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Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-08-2015, 09:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,144
Posted By jimjr21
Any of those products will work to seal the...

Any of those products will work to seal the crankcase.

As others pointed out the gray is a good all around choice.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-07-2015, 04:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,144
Posted By jimjr21
I have never seen teflon tape used in this...

I have never seen teflon tape used in this capacity in over 30 years of engine rebuilding.

Personally I use Wurth brand Flange Sealant Green. It was developed for Rolls Royce aircraft engines to...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-11-2015, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5,437
Views: 11,901,367
Posted By jimjr21
I can't wait to get into the mountains like you...

I can't wait to get into the mountains like you guys to really push the RX-3. Too much pavement around here.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 06-15-2015, 02:39 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 22,419
Posted By jimjr21
Yours is less than .5mm. Hammer is quick and...

Yours is less than .5mm.
Hammer is quick and easy. I had one over 1.0mm. It took stand grinding.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 06-15-2015, 11:00 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 22,419
Posted By jimjr21
I had the same clearance issue on 3 of the bikes...

I had the same clearance issue on 3 of the bikes I assembled.

The frame tabs are designed to be cut off at the factory after assembly of the motorcycle. They used to build the bike. CSC is using...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 06-01-2015, 10:20 AM
Replies: 5,437
Views: 11,901,367
Posted By jimjr21
I finally measured how much fuel it took to cover...

I finally measured how much fuel it took to cover the fuel pump. Starting with a completely dry empty tank filled to cover pump while on center stand. It took just over 1 quart or little less than...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-28-2015, 09:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,201
Posted By jimjr21
On Plexiglass apply heat to smooth out rough...

On Plexiglass apply heat to smooth out rough edges. If the appearance is milky white it is quite rough. Change to more translucent and there will be a lot less chance for cracking.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-22-2015, 04:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,617
Posted By jimjr21
Co2, Are you saying the valve face was...

Co2,

Are you saying the valve face was damaged from too much clearance?

Or some other issue?
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-22-2015, 11:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,617
Posted By jimjr21
1,3, 5, radius are all the same effort. Just...

1,3, 5, radius are all the same effort. Just change the cutter.

I have a Sunnen VGS-20 in the shop. Makes this operation so easy.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-22-2015, 10:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,385
Posted By jimjr21
The center tube is the overflow from the fuel...

The center tube is the overflow from the fuel tank fill cap
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-22-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,617
Posted By jimjr21
Forged stainless steel

Forged stainless steel
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-21-2015, 05:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,617
Posted By jimjr21
Performance parts

Just got my prototype valves in.
Next up flow bench testing, then dyno.

More goodies on the way.
...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-21-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 5,437
Views: 11,901,367
Posted By jimjr21
I spy: beefy case guard 4 spot lights neat...

I spy:
beefy case guard
4 spot lights
neat seat cover
Stainless steel front brake line
handguards without interior mount
nice wrap on a white bike
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-21-2015, 11:50 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,138
Posted By jimjr21
Acetone test Acetone will continue to...

Acetone test

Acetone will continue to dissolve the plastic indefinitely. Minimal color change. Used a cloth towel and by rubbing the surface finish changed a lot. Much much smoother.

I will...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-21-2015, 10:21 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,138
Posted By jimjr21
Most plastics have a mold release on them from...

Most plastics have a mold release on them from manufacturing. Try acetone to clean the plastic and see if you can get something to stick (like tape) then apply reflective material.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-19-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,697
Posted By jimjr21
Valve Clearance

What clearance have you checked and set your valves to? How many miles on bike at time of service?

Factory spec is .04-.06mm.

I feel this is way too tight of clearance. Any thoughts from...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-18-2015, 12:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,093
Posted By jimjr21
There is a difference in the additive package....

There is a difference in the additive package. The problem lies in the wet clutches on motorcycles. The anti-friction additives in automotive oils can cause issues with the clutches. The diesel oil...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-18-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,772
Posted By jimjr21
If going to that level, why not send to a powder...

If going to that level, why not send to a powder coater? Have sand blasted clean then very durable powder coat painted for less than $100. Should be done in a week or less.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-18-2015, 09:17 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,093
Posted By jimjr21
Changed at 175 as it was a good day to do it....

Changed at 175 as it was a good day to do it. Raining and a weekend of riding planned thereafter.
Changed to 10w40 Synthetic Yamalube.
Factory oil was very clean.

I store in multiple 55...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-18-2015, 09:12 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 27,057
Posted By jimjr21
The very best way to find your roll out is what I...

The very best way to find your roll out is what I call the oil spot method.

On a clean surface put a single drop of oil (any liquid will do) on your front tire. Roll bike straight and upright to...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-17-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 27,057
Posted By jimjr21
I am in for 2 minimum. Have to talk to the other...

I am in for 2 minimum. Have to talk to the other local owners. Maybe 4.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-14-2015, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,740
Posted By jimjr21
It took me about 3 minutes to add my RX-3 full...

It took me about 3 minutes to add my RX-3 full coverage for less than $100/ year. American Family has coverage for all my personal vehicles.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-11-2015, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5,437
Views: 11,901,367
Posted By jimjr21
Also remember that as part of a typical dealers...

Also remember that as part of a typical dealers PDI they will check these items that we are finding loose and tighten them. We are each dealing with it individually. Not the outside of public eyes...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-08-2015, 03:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,820
Posted By jimjr21
Cone wrenches are readily available at all...

Cone wrenches are readily available at all bicycle shops if you need one in a hurry. 14 is a common size for them so shouldn't be an issue to obtain.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-08-2015, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5,437
Views: 11,901,367
Posted By jimjr21
Two curves at the bottom deal with fuel. ...

Two curves at the bottom deal with fuel.

Straight upwards is amount of fuel used.

Inverse curve shows efficiency of transferring potential energy of fuel into mechanical energy.
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