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Author: | murph4478 [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 10:56 am ] |
Post subject: | FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Hello to all.......I'm new to the site, TPReed turned me on to it....THANKS!!!! I'm going to be starting a project involving a complete frame up build. I have a liquid cooled 340 Engine I plan on grafting into an old fl250 frame. I will be need many used parts as time go on....anyone got old used 250 parts out there? Going to need a complete axle setup, roll cage, ect.....all I have now is the bare frame and front suspension....BIG PROJECT!!!! Thanks!!!!! |
Author: | DMoneyAllstar [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 12:02 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Are you the same guy that was over on MB.net? And are you the same one who has the frozen J-arms? If so, I'm the same DMoneyAllstar that was advising you to sell it and buy something more complete. ;) You need steering wheel/stem, seat, axle, tires, cage, clutch, brakes, skid-plates, drive-train, fenders...which is like 85% of the buggy and 90% of the cost. I've done a Yamaha 340-twin swap on an FL250. It was a fun intro to buggies and ran awesome, although it sure was fugly. There are pics of it on my MB.net profile. It took a total of one sled and two partial FL250's to complete, plus a roll racing cage I found on CL. But some advice... > Honda doesn't keep this stuff around, so the 2nd-hand market is your only source > Build a make-shift base for your Engine and make sure it runs before you go spending time & $'s on stuff > Decent fab skills and basic tool set are a must (welder, metabo, wire wheel, etc) > Your best bet for drive-train for your 340 is the stock FL250 axle, pillow block, e-brake, and CVT gearbox. > Stock rear brake caliper may be pricey to find in good working condition > Spend a lot of time fitting the Engine in the rear as LOW as possible in the chassis > Make sure you have room for the sled exhaust pipe, as there isn't much real-estate behind the seat > Make sure you have the clutches aligned perfectly AND that both clutches accept the same width belt. Plenty of choices out there for belth length, but they don't make one in two widths! ha > If you have the sled primary clutch and it works out, the stall RPM may not be right where you want it. > If you use a racing seat or seat from a car...note they don't offer much clearance for your legs under the steering wheel. > Use a YFZ350 Banshee radiator -- they're a dime a dozen. > I'd get the Engine & drive-train installed and running before going crazy on an elaborate cage. > If using the stock steering wheel with throttle, you will need a custom throttle cable made. > Repair any rust cancer on the parts you do have. Good luck with it, and be sure to post pics! |
Author: | DMoneyAllstar [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 12:46 pm ] | ||||||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | ||||||
Not to hijack your build log, but here is how mine turned out...just HATED the cage thanks to my buddy's poor decision making. But she ran good and sold for $850 after 3-weeks on CL. =)
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Author: | Tpreed [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 1:08 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Hopefully I will be getting you the Frame, Steering wheel(still have to check on this), Steering Stem, and some other parts this week! -Tim |
Author: | murph4478 [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 1:21 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Thanks Tim.......I'll give a call in a little while. THANKS AGAIN ON THE HEADS-UP WITH THIS SITE!!!! |
Author: | DMoneyAllstar [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 2:19 pm ] | |||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | |||
And here is what it looked like with the Summit Racing seat, rear fenders...plus a heat shield (actually a vent off a filter test stand).
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Author: | bighead [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 3:03 pm ] | ||||||||||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | ||||||||||
Here is one I built last year. And some vids on how I did it. Take your time and get the Engine as far forward and as low as you can. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpk5imxxqQ4" .".." .".." .".. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6iiN3sL8xA" .".." .".." .".. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-RXoEyzYjI" .".." .".." ."..
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Author: | bighead [ Thu Mar 01, 2012 3:28 pm ] | ||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | ||
I probably have most everything you will need. Can you find a basket case? This is what I do....
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Author: | murph4478 [ Fri Mar 02, 2012 12:10 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Hey Tim....THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE FRAME AND PARTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, I WILL KEEP IN TOUCH AND LIST SOME PICS SOON!!!!!!!!!!!! CAN'T WAIT TO GET STARTED!!!! |
Author: | Tpreed [ Fri Mar 02, 2012 5:37 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
murph4478 wrote: Hey Tim....THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE FRAME AND PARTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, I WILL KEEP IN TOUCH AND LIST SOME PICS SOON!!!!!!!!!!!! CAN'T WAIT TO GET STARTED!!!! No problem sir. I will check on the rear rims and roll cage parts as soon as I get time to run over to the barn. |
Author: | murph4478 [ Sun Mar 04, 2012 10:07 am ] | ||||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | ||||
WELL, HERE IT IS....WHAT A BASKET CASE...I MUST BE ABSOLUTELY CRAZY TO BE DOING THIS!!!! THE Engine IS A KAWASAKI 340 LIQUID COOLED, THE TRANS YOU SEE IS FROM A POLARIS QUAD WITH A REVERSE GEAR...GOTTA HAVE REVERSE!!!! I PICKED UP A COMPLETE J ARM SETUP FROM A GUY FOR 20 BUCKS, EVERYTHING IS THERE AND IN REALLY GOOD SHAPE. I HAVE TO FIND A REAR AXLE AND WHEELS TO CONTINUE MY MOCK AND FAB WORK, SO SHE'S GONNA SIT UNTIL I FIND THESE ITEMS. IF ANYONE KNOWS WHERE I CAN FIND A COMPLETE AXLE, BEARINGS, HUBS AND WHEELS, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I'M AT A STANDSTILL UNTIL I CAN GET THE AXLE SETUP. THANKS!!!!
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Author: | murph4478 [ Fri Mar 09, 2012 8:14 pm ] | |||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | |||
JUST A COUPLE OF NEW PICS.....I INSTALLED GREASE ZIRTS FOR THE UPPER J-ARMS, THOUGHT IT MIGHT MAKE LIFE A LITTLE EASIER!!!
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Author: | Tpreed [ Sat Mar 10, 2012 3:32 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
murph4478 wrote: JUST A COUPLE OF NEW PICS.....I INSTALLED GREASE ZIRTS FOR THE UPPER J-ARMS, THOUGHT IT MIGHT MAKE LIFE A LITTLE EASIER!!! Looks like your almost done Murph! ;) Lemme know when you get all those parts in... I'll try to find time to swing up there. Ill bring some beers and check this bad boy out. |
Author: | bighead [ Sat Mar 10, 2012 3:57 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Make sure you grease fitting do not hit the foot tub if your using one. Or make sure you can get to them with the tub on. I have not sone any grease fitting but when I was looking to do so I notice they have to be in the correct spot. |
Author: | bighead [ Sun Mar 18, 2012 3:27 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Mods to fit larger sled belts. I quess you can use spacers as well. I think a member on this site sells them or has some. But this is what I did. Out lots of hours on the setup and works great and shift great as well. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6iiN3sL8xA |
Author: | murph4478 [ Sun Mar 25, 2012 4:03 pm ] | |||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | |||
Just a progress report....Got the trans and axle in along with the steering. (thanks Bighead). Still waiting for my tires/wheels and seat to come this week. Then I sould be able to finish building my Engine mounts and get the Engine in place and secured....gonna be tight because I'm trying to keep that anchor as close to ground as possible and still be able to get the recoil off, just in case. Decided to nix the Polaris trans for now, going to look for a Sportsman or Explorer model, they're much tougher than the one I currently have. more to come.........
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Author: | fl250540 [ Sun Mar 25, 2012 7:37 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
No rear suspension? |
Author: | murph4478 [ Sun Mar 25, 2012 11:07 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Not in the budget right now....someone cut down the money tree......stay tuned. |
Author: | Tpreed [ Mon Mar 26, 2012 1:33 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
murph4478 wrote: someone cut down the money tree......stay tuned. haha awesome |
Author: | murph4478 [ Mon Mar 26, 2012 3:01 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Well, my tires/rims and seat bottom came today...have to send the tires/rims back, idiot sent the wrong ones!, I AM NOT HAPPY!!!!, what a moron. Seat is pretty rough but I'll get her covered and working. Now waiting to see if the moron sent the correct rear tires.....can't wait!!!! |
Author: | murph4478 [ Sat Mar 31, 2012 11:17 pm ] | ||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | ||
This is the seat my 3yr old wants on it....what do ya think???....I kindda like his taste!!!
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Author: | Tpreed [ Sat Mar 31, 2012 11:32 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
hahahaha looks perfectly safe |
Author: | DMoneyAllstar [ Sun Apr 01, 2012 11:13 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
Kid-friendly... |
Author: | murph4478 [ Wed Apr 04, 2012 9:20 am ] | |||||
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP | |||||
Well, this is what I came up with for my Engine mount. It's made of 1' box that will be gussetted and plated when complete. Using the smaller tube allwed me to keep it lower in the chasis and much lighter than going with larger tube. After it's all done it will be plenty strong!!! I used an Engine plate from an old go cart for the adjustable (slide) mounts for a little belt adgustment forward or back, worked perfectly.........now all I need to do is figure exact placement and find a belt that will work, have a shout out to Dayco for help on this. All in all, it fit well.....stay tuned!
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Author: | Tpreed [ Wed Apr 04, 2012 9:40 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FL250 PROJECT----340 SWAP |
I'm loving how low it sits in the frame.. Now all you need is to find out the correct belt size :) |
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