1995 CR250 Honda of Troy Replica Build

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Glen 8/16/2016 6:51pm
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Hey, any updates? It's been a month already, damnit! I'm dying for updates! (Sorry to be a jerk, but I love this build and need to see how it's going).
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mark1960 8/25/2016 5:49am
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Slosh 112 wrote:
I have heard this also, but it was more like a thin coat of soft seal to prevent corrosion during transport across the sea from Japan...
I have heard this also, but it was more like a thin coat of soft seal to prevent corrosion during transport across the sea from Japan, not paint. They dont do this anymore though.
CamP wrote:
You are probably thinking of Cosmoline, with which the manufacturers use to coat new bikes for rust prevention during shipping. The clear coat that Honda use...
You are probably thinking of Cosmoline, with which the manufacturers use to coat new bikes for rust prevention during shipping.

The clear coat that Honda use to apply to raw engine cases is a clear lacquer type finish.
The cases are dipped in a loctite type solution that seals any minute porosity defects in the casting.

It is also used in the auto plants where the cast cylinder heads and intake manifolds.

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barkhard696 8/25/2016 6:18am
8/25/2016 6:18am Edited Date/Time 8/25/2016 6:19am
Another inspiring build, Col! You have really become the go-to guy on amazing 92-96 projects.

I didn't see if you'd done some parts trading with DJ like on the 96 but I know he mentions how great this project is shaping up when I talk to him. I sold my '95 earlier this year; I'm getting a bit older and that bike went to a much better home.

So I guess now comes the "squawk -- I'm a parrot!" part -- but more project pictures are always eagerly anticipated and most welcome.

Seems like everything is going really well for this project and you also! All great to hear amigo!
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MCfan4life 3/18/2017 3:44am
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So I just realised I haven't updated this thread in a while.

I actually got the bike finished





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MCfan4life 3/18/2017 3:47am
3/18/2017 3:47am Edited Date/Time 3/18/2017 3:48am
Or at least I thought I had it finished. I put transmission oil in it and unfortunately it started dripping from the bottom of the motor where the cases meet.

Gutted.

The bike sat for 6 months before I even pulled it apart. But the other day I finally removed the motor and split the cases again.

Found the problem. Obviously I wasn't careful enough when putting the cases back together and bumped the gasket out of alignment.



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MCfan4life 3/18/2017 3:50am
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I thought no problem I have a spare centre gasket. So I careful put it in place and started to reassemble the cases. Then this Blush





So that's where I'm at currently. I've sent the case away for repair and hopefully it comes back in a useable state...
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689 3/18/2017 4:02am
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Awesome build. How did you source the disk cover? Chasing one for my 125
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Rockinar 3/18/2017 10:27pm
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MCfan4life wrote:
I thought no problem I have a spare centre gasket. So I careful put it in place and started to reassemble the cases. Then this :blush...
I thought no problem I have a spare centre gasket. So I careful put it in place and started to reassemble the cases. Then this Blush





So that's where I'm at currently. I've sent the case away for repair and hopefully it comes back in a useable state...

I call dibs on the pipe when the case comes back as unbuildable. Cheerful
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MCfan4life 3/19/2017 8:17pm
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I call dibs on the pipe when the case comes back as unbuildable. Cheerful
Haha no chance, It's gonna come back mint

I have a spare PC works pipe tucked away for safe keeping also Cool
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MCfan4life wrote:
So I just realised I haven't updated this thread in a while. I actually got the bike finished [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2017/03/18/182115/s1200_IMG_4877.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2017/03/18/182116/s1200_IMG_4893.jpg[/img]
So I just realised I haven't updated this thread in a while.

I actually got the bike finished





Wow that is a beautiful bike! I loved those back then. Team had like 5 250 riders all in AXO gear, they looked great.

It's hard to believe you took that scud in the first picture to this. Well done!
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MCfan4life 3/21/2017 12:44am
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Wow that is a beautiful bike! I loved those back then. Team had like 5 250 riders all in AXO gear, they looked great. It's hard...
Wow that is a beautiful bike! I loved those back then. Team had like 5 250 riders all in AXO gear, they looked great.

It's hard to believe you took that scud in the first picture to this. Well done!
Thanks Ramrod. Looking forward to getting it finished so I can start my next build...
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sandman768 3/21/2017 7:00pm
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The build is beautiful.......just a little set back, will make it even more rewarding when completed. Almost every build I have done, has had some kind of issue when completed. Having to split the cases again is a bummer but it"s all a learning process. I had a similar setback on my 89 KX build, I see it as a challenge to get the build completed correctly.
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vmxracer 3/21/2017 10:31pm
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MCfan4life wrote:
I thought no problem I have a spare centre gasket. So I careful put it in place and started to reassemble the cases. Then this :blush...
I thought no problem I have a spare centre gasket. So I careful put it in place and started to reassemble the cases. Then this Blush





So that's where I'm at currently. I've sent the case away for repair and hopefully it comes back in a useable state...
Mate, you need to give that case a proper clean after its fixed, its bringing down the rest of the bike Tongue

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MCfan4life 3/24/2017 6:10pm
3/24/2017 6:10pm Edited Date/Time 3/24/2017 10:24pm


This is the finished product. Not too bad considering. He left the inside like this for added strength. I may hydro blast the outside again to even it up a bit.



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MCfan4life 3/24/2017 6:11pm
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vmxracer wrote:
Mate, you need to give that case a proper clean after its fixed, its bringing down the rest of the bike Tongue

I know right Laughing
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Crush 3/24/2017 7:18pm
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Will save a few CC's of oil each time Nelso! haha
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Tenacious P 3/31/2017 10:41pm
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MCfan4life wrote:
Or at least I thought I had it finished. I put transmission oil in it and unfortunately it started dripping from the bottom of the motor...
Or at least I thought I had it finished. I put transmission oil in it and unfortunately it started dripping from the bottom of the motor where the cases meet.

Gutted.

The bike sat for 6 months before I even pulled it apart. But the other day I finally removed the motor and split the cases again.

Found the problem. Obviously I wasn't careful enough when putting the cases back together and bumped the gasket out of alignment.



Ouch that's rough!
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MCfan4life 6/12/2017 12:15am
6/12/2017 12:15am Edited Date/Time 6/12/2017 12:16am
So I FINALLY got around to putting the cases back together after sending the repaired case away to get hydro blasted.
And discovered that the repair job has warped due to the heat. Back to square 1... Angry



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thereal87 6/12/2017 4:23am
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Do you have any more details or pics about using the later model rear master? Pretty interesting in having a look so I can do the same, sweet build mate I'm super jealous
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22Ryann 6/12/2017 5:43am
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think he may have welded it out of plumb by a mm? but by the time it met the flat face it was 4mm? either way that sucks mate. I'd try and bend it out lol
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sandman768 6/26/2017 5:40am
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MC fan4life.....Do you know what years left side engine cases interchange?
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roofmc79 7/8/2017 6:25am
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Really nice build bud. Not sure if its just the way it looks on my computer but I love the way the cases came out from hydro blasting. I have my own now but it seams my parts come out a little shinier. Your cases have a flatter look to them which I love. Possibly different abrasive ???
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JKRacing 8/3/2017 10:32am
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Okay Guys, can somebody help me. Where can I find a troy graphics kit?
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medina1209 8/3/2017 11:28am
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MCfan4life wrote:
Late model Ti YZF footpegs have replaced the stockers. Picked up the very lightly used pair off eBay for $20 B) [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/07/02/141989/s1200_IMG_4227.jpg[/img]
Late model Ti YZF footpegs have replaced the stockers. Picked up the very lightly used pair off eBay for $20 Cool

What year Yzf foot pegs fit? and does it require any modification? I need a new set for my 94! Thanks in advance!

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