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Thread: Keister's 400X build - VIDEO - Page 8

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    Keister's 400X build - VIDEO - Page 8

    After snapping my frame again on the last Hatfield McCoy ride, I decided it was time to tear the 350X trail bike down and finally make it a 400.
    I bought a big bore 400 kit from ATC-Eric a while back for exactly this purpose.
    I will keep this thread updated as the build progresses, and will certainly have some questions for the 3WW experts as I go.

    First off, special thanks goes to atc350xer (aka. Matt, aaka. "The Enthusiast") for GIVING me this frame to start with.
    Also, thanks to Good Time Charlie at UP Chuck Racing (of "Trish" fame) for welding, blasting, gusseting, drilling, tapping, CNC cutting, and powdercoating it.

    Here are some pictures of what I have to start with.

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    Here is a better close-up shot of a properly gusseted 350X frame.

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    I have made a list (big surprise) of the parts I want to replace while I have the motor apart:

    Valves
    Valve seals (seats)
    Valve springs
    Timing chain
    Copper (exhaust) crush gaskets

    Now a couple questions:
    1. How does my list look? What am I missing? Any other "must haves" that are relatively inexpensive and worth replacing while the motor is apart?

    2. Can anyone recommend a source in which to purchase all of these parts together?
    I can obviously buy them one at a time on eBay, but hopefully there is a single stop shop where I can buy all these items together.

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    i dont have feed back on the list, but after riding Eric's 400x kits in his bike I can say I would LOVE to own one! I will be watching this build for sure. Frame looks cherry as hell, gussets look stock on it !
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    Well done peeps! those 400x's are monsters! cant wait till its done.
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    Mint Peeper's!!! How big of a beer rack will be on the rear?? You better add some gusset's to it also.. Will it be ready for Icefest???
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    PRM rear grab bar / rack. Fits 18 on ice in a soft cooler or a 30 pack still in the case. This is a trail bike. I will be running the R at RaffaFest.

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    I am really watching this Build! looking good!

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    While you are in there - might as well add an oil pump to your list. It is my understanding that you can use a 300EX one - new from Honda. This is what Louis Mielke did with the one he sold me. Someone else can maybe confirm this information is true.
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    Here is some inspiration for ya Keister!



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    gonna be a sweet build. i thought i read awhile back that you had to do a slight mod to run the 300ex pump? grind something maybe?

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    Louis is always grinding something, but I think this one is more straightforward. I will post pictures when it happens. Thanks, Lou.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mondexbrute View Post
    Here is some inspiration for ya Keister!
    Wow!!!! Color me inspired! Looks like we have similar taste in trikes. I too, have a swamp ready Big Red.

    Next question to one and all. What to do for a pipe..... New chromed out DG's are readily available on eBay. They are very loud and over $200, but what are my options for a 400X of this nature???

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    Bill I'd opt for a TRX 450 muffler, You can still open (HRC Tip) them up when you want or keep them stock quiet when you need. Should still flow more than the 400 can put thru it. Tappers 600 works well with it and they look good.

    Ross..
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    1985 250R original (Garage Queen)
    -under restoration

    1985 250R black and blue full rebuild ( Daily Rider)
    -Paul Turner pipe
    -+2" Westcoast

    1985 Red and White Tecat-EH Sold

    1985 Green Tecate Sold

    My Wife's Ride
    -2003 Suzuki LTZ 400 Showroom fresh and completely stock

    My Kids Ride
    -2004 Yamaha Blaster, Completely Stock
    -2006 Yamaha Blaster, Completely Stock

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    Love the shot of it on the coffee table buddy... I will be watching this build as well... from your garage! Got any mini beers?

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