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Sunday, February 20, 2005

Engine refitted

Once again I've cleaned the outside of the X3 engine. There are lots of hiding places for dirt. Not really a good thing for an off-road bike.

I removed and replaced bubble wrap on the frame so as to provide protection and yet allow access to the engine mounting plates. I put a piece of cardboard on the base of the frame. I checked the clearance of all the holes and lightly emeried a high zone on the lower rear plates.

That meant I was ready to refit the engine. As usual it was placed in the frame from the right side, rear cylinder first. The upper rear point then slide into place and a bolt fitted - new stainless of course! Then some of the protective wrap had to be removed to allow the engine to tilt downwards. The area at the oil filter had to be cleared. Amazingly the engine dropped into place without any drama. Finally it was a simpel matter to fit the front engine plates - just a few wobbles needed. All that needed to be done was progressive tightening of all the bolts.

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