I've been building a little cut down 45 flathead and just found a motor from a guy outta state for a good price(and he threw a trans in for free!). I wanna do some hopping up on the motor, but am not very experienced and only really know of getting a bigger(wla) manifold, port the heads, bigger valves and heavy duty springs, maybe lighten the flywheel. I don't want a racer, just a 45 with a little more pep.
I am thinking about sending it to Steve Lemay, but am unsure if I can get away with doing more at home, or if I should just have him do it all. Ive never rebuilt anything and am not sure what to expect, or how I can possibly save a little cash. I got the 45 to have a more hands on bike, but also don't wanna lose my head on it cause I wanna get it going and am busy working on everything else for it. But I want a really solid bike when I'm done.
Any thoughts appreciated.
I am thinking about sending it to Steve Lemay, but am unsure if I can get away with doing more at home, or if I should just have him do it all. Ive never rebuilt anything and am not sure what to expect, or how I can possibly save a little cash. I got the 45 to have a more hands on bike, but also don't wanna lose my head on it cause I wanna get it going and am busy working on everything else for it. But I want a really solid bike when I'm done.
Any thoughts appreciated.
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