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pgreenlaw
Just a couple of questions for the guys that have done a complete bottom end rebuild. Here's the situation: 2006TRX450er locked up from big end rod bearing failure. I have the cases split and COMPLETELY bare. Every single bearing and seal will be replaced.

1) Will the Gasket Kit "B" be everything I need as far as the bottom end goes?? Keep in mind I need every single gasket/seal for the entire bottom end.

2) Reed Valve looks to be in perfect condition. Would it be worth replacing this anyways?

3) Already have a new balancer shaft lock nut purchased. Do you think I can get away with using the gator grip socket to get it torqued down?

4) Any tips on installing the tranny and crank before putting the case halves back together? They were both a PITA to get out, so I'm expecting even more hassle getting it back in.


Lastly, if anyone has pictures of the 06+ cases assembled can they post them up? I just want to use them as a reference to make sure I install the seals and what not in the correct configuration.
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I am pretty sure that Gasket Kit B is every gasket, seal, and washer for the bottom end. But I am not positive. Hopefully someone else will help here.

I used a lot of brake cleaner to clean out my reed valve and just reused it. No problems after 55 hours. It should be fine.

I am not sure what the "Gator Grip Socket" is but I would use the correct tools.

Here is a picture of the socket I bought:



Here is a picture of the left side of the engine. Notice how the metal side of the seal is facing out. I put it in backwards the first time and destroyed the seal when trying to put in the primary drive gear. On the clutch side, the main seal is the other way... The metal side facing in.


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pgreenlaw
Thanks for the response. You wouldn't happen to have a part number for the socket, would you. I don't want to spend 30-40 bucks on a tool that I will barely ever use. Do you remember where you picked it up from? Thanks
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Thanks for the response. You wouldn't happen to have a part number for the socket, would you. I don't want to spend 30-40 bucks on a tool that I will barely ever use. Do you remember where you picked it up from? Thanks[/b]
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rent it from him... 20 bux!!!
i would.
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pgreenlaw
rent it from him... 20 bux!!!
i would.[/b]
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:thumbdown: 20 Bucks??? That is probably 4X the original cost of the socket. As long as they had a good rep on this site, I would send it if the other guy paid for shipping both ways. Try and help out another Honda rider get his stuff back together. That's just me though....
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rent it from him... 20 bux!!!
i would.[/b]
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:thumbdown: 20 Bucks??? That is probably 4X the original cost of the socket. As long as they had a good rep on this site, I would send it if the other guy paid for shipping both ways. Try and help out another Honda rider get his stuff back together. That's just me though....
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o shoot, i thought u said in the previous post that the tool was 30-40 bux, must of been a diffrent one.. sorry dude.
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pgreenlaw
What about the gear holder tools?? I used an impact to get the gears off, but obviously want to set specific torque settings when I put it back together. I have heard of the penny method. ANyone know where to get the M1.5 and M2.5 gear holder commercially?
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:sorcerer: and you can save .28 cents!! lol

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or you can get a hammer punch, and a penny and do it like I do... lol

caveman style

you will also need the flywheel puller, see woodwards, I bet its less than 30
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pgreenlaw
Thanks. I already have the puller. 20mm spanner socket from Motion Pro is on it's way. I am just gathering the tools needed for the assembly. No way im paying close to 100 bucks for some stupid gear holders. If I cant find them for a reasonable price, I'll just use a penny. Seen it done before and it wont hurt the gears because they are so soft.
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