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Offline andy007007

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Noob from New Zealand
« on: June 05, 2014, 04:30:02 PM »
Hi to all, I've been a lurker for a while,  I'm on the lookout for a new project, and am thinking a cb may be the way to go. 
a couple of questions
1. can you fit a 750 SOHC head to a DOHC, or is it possible to fit both the cylinder and the head to the DOHC bottom end, Happen to know where there is a 750 DOHC engine in pieces for the right price.
2. does the 650 SOHC head fit on the 750 SOHC,

many thanks for your help

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Re: Noob from New Zealand
« Reply #1 on: June 05, 2014, 04:55:54 PM »
Welcome Andy... ;)

No. No, and NO.... ;D
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Re: Noob from New Zealand
« Reply #2 on: June 05, 2014, 06:59:22 PM »
Welcome Andy... ;)

No. No, and NO.... ;D

Retro - you surely know how to oblige folks! Welcome, and smack! Smack! Smack! Bet you run about at Xmas telling little kids to pull on Santa's beard too.

Seriously though, Andy, Retro's 100% correct as he usually is. Perhaps another Aussie will have a decently priced motor available that can be sent or shipped to you. Terry? A long as Andy doesn't purse SP with it  ;D
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Re: Noob from New Zealand
« Reply #3 on: June 05, 2014, 11:17:27 PM »
Didn't think it would work but figured it would be worth an ask
Am I right in assuming the stud spacing on the 750 shock block is wider than that on the 650 so that they won't lignin up or is it the shame of the cam chain housing

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Re: Noob from New Zealand
« Reply #4 on: June 06, 2014, 03:59:13 AM »
I'll let one of the 750 experts answer that specifically, but, the 650 head is often paired to the 550/500 block as an upgrade. So overall, it might be a completely casting platform.

The SOHC and DOHC engines are quite different, so there's not a good chance of mix-match there.

If you have a good 650 head, seek a 550 motor lower end. The 650 is a bit of a performance upgrade and the 650 cam is often sought for its improvements also. If you're focused on a 750 frame and engine, you'll need to stick to that series. There are quite a few differences between upper and lower heads/motors within the 750 line too.

There is an Oz member, Terry, who has an enormous wealth of knowledge, and may also have some spares that are sellable. I know he recently offered something to another builder out that way. He also has enormous experience in shipping about the globe, so may have some insights in that as well. Perhaps he'll stop in and lend some additional guidance.

Retro knows his stuff very well too, and many others from your hemi who are active members here.

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Re: Noob from New Zealand
« Reply #5 on: June 06, 2014, 05:40:04 AM »
Welcome Andy... ;)

No. No, and NO.... ;D

Retro - you surely know how to oblige folks! Welcome, and smack! Smack! Smack! Bet you run about at Xmas telling little kids to pull on Santa's beard too.

Seriously though, Andy, Retro's 100% correct as he usually is. Perhaps another Aussie will have a decently priced motor available that can be sent or shipped to you. Terry? A long as Andy doesn't purse SP with it  ;D

No such thing as Santa, the Easter bunny told me... ;D :o

650 shares a bit  with the 500-550, and virtually nothing with the 750, I'm a 750 guy so i'm sure one of the 550-650 guys will chime in with the rest... ;), I don't have a spare 750 engine at the moment either.... ;)
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Re: Noob from New Zealand
« Reply #6 on: June 06, 2014, 02:59:07 PM »
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Re: Noob from New Zealand
« Reply #7 on: June 06, 2014, 04:35:56 PM »
I did wonder that myself, can't remember whether it's Brisbane or London that is our third largest city population wise
From experience it's always been more expensive to get stuff from oz than from the US

Many thanks for they replies.  I like to get my head around things and formulate it all in my head before I start anything