Assuming the mechanic is correct - and it isn't something simple such
as a valve adjustment (I'd think that was unlikely - but I'm not an
expert) it could be a lot of things. Head gaskets can cause that, but
I'd think considering the age of these bikes, piston ring replacement
is not out of the question. If the cylinder is scored, it could cause
this as well.
I'm afraid I can't help with the dollars and cents point
of view much, but I can tell you stripping an engine down and
rebuilding it is time consuming, if you do it or a mechanic does.
-Joey
On Thu, Mar 1, 2012 at 6:00 PM, Stefano Ascari <[email protected]> wrote:
> Hi Everyone,
>
> So went in and spoke to the mechanic in person. It seems the pressure on
> cylinder #3 is 70 pounds (should be in the 140 range according to mechanic).
> He said for 300$ he could tear it apart and then he would be able to
> determine more exactly what was the cause.
> The motorcycle is in pristine condition overall. Both the front and rear
> tires are brand new and everything else has been well taken care of. At this
> point I think I'm looking at two options:
>
> A. Have the mechanic tear it apart and determine the problem with cyl #3 and
> then re-build it myself over the summer (I don't know anything about
> mechanics or how motorcycles operate).
> B. Sell the bike for parts.
>
> I have a working space in my garage and I'm ok learning new things. But like
> I've said, I have no previous experience with this kind of stuff. Is
> re-assembling an engine terribly complex?
>
> You guys have been extremely helpful in the past and I find this email list
> an invaluable asset. Thank you for all the informative emails!!
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Stefano
>
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