Must have Top End rebuild tools?

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Hey guys,

What are your guys' must have Top End rebuild tools? (I have an 09 CRF450)

Thanks!
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walent215 2/19/2017 7:01am
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Calipers , quality torque wrench, flywheel puller if replacing cam chain, good pair of needle nose, quality gasket scraper and shim kit. That's my list besides the basic sockets etc.
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A factory service manual. Recommended lubes, sealants, thread lockers etc.
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CC268 2/19/2017 8:38am
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walent215 wrote:
Calipers , quality torque wrench, flywheel puller if replacing cam chain, good pair of needle nose, quality gasket scraper and shim kit. That's my list besides...
Calipers , quality torque wrench, flywheel puller if replacing cam chain, good pair of needle nose, quality gasket scraper and shim kit. That's my list besides the basic sockets etc.
Yea I really do need to buy a nice set of Mitutoyo calipers and two decent torque wrenches
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CC268 2/19/2017 8:39am
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captmoto wrote:
A factory service manual. Recommended lubes, sealants, thread lockers etc.
Yup got the service manual coming!

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Slosh 112 2/20/2017 1:14am
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Feeler Gauges, Good verniers (Mitutoyo), 3/8" torque wrench, service manual, Single hex 3/8" socket set, Paper workshop towels.

I'd make a little engine stand so you can work on the engine on a bench without it rolling around, can buy purpose built engine stands but they are $500 + can make a good enough one out of some flat bar and a welder that will be good enough if you aren't rebuilding engines everyday.
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CC268 2/20/2017 7:03am
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Thanks guys
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I would recommend a degree wheel, too. I don't trust my eye 100% for lining up timing marks and counting chain pins, so I use wheel to verify my timing before everything gets buttoned up. Also, copious amounts of Lucas Assembly lube on new components
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A parts Washer and access to hot water to wash the solvent from everything, Cleaniness is Key to longevity.

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