06-01-2019, 12:42 PM
(06-01-2019, 11:50 AM)pekingduck_imp Wrote: QUINTastic, hope the ongoing problem with the engine is resolved. Is it as smooth now as it originally was? Did they say conclusively what the cause was, or if it could re-occur?
Pulling an engine out usually means it's way beyond the top end and into the crank, rod, or counter balancer area. And when you described a squealing sound....
As regards the scratches, if the areas are sanded, prepped and masked off, a professional painter can touch up those spots easily. Their paints will have a hardener mixed in that spray cans won't have.
It’s not as smooth as it was, but I’m getting used to it. It’s okay now, but not insanely smooth like these bikes are supposed to be. The vibes are an unusual frequency which is more bothersome than a vintage bikes typical vibes. But, oh well.
They don’t know why the carbon built up on the pistons. But I’m guessing that’s why an exhaust valve hit and why the cylinder walls were gouged up. So yeah it could reoccur but.. I just drew the short straw. They didn’t replace rods but they replaced a bunch of bearings, reset the balancers, replaced the cam Shaun tensioner, and trued the crankshaft. Although there was DEFINITELY some shady business when they measured the crankshafts specs. And some info Honda didn’t want me to know as it apparently wasn’t my business. I believe the crankshaft was worn or damaged but Honda did not want to pay for a new crank. So, it is what it is. Maybe one day I’ll buy another CB1100. I don’t like any other modern bikes!
Thanks for the paint tips. We shall see what Honda wants to do and if I have to go to court..
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