In this video I demonstrate the repair of a drain plug in a cast aluminum motorcycle engine case.
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@markrich32712 жыл бұрын
I'm a machinist by trade too . You did a awesome job. I would of not done anything differently if it was my repair. That repair will last a lifetime.
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Thank you I appreciate that. Thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@oscarhokensoke-jn4lz2 ай бұрын
Mike I have a KX250 case that needs that drain plug repair and the boss broke off that holds the pin that brings the shifter back to center. Not tech savvy enough to figure out how to DM you. Thank you, Gene
@zmotorsports622 ай бұрын
Sorry, I'm buried for the next several months at least and not taking on any more side work until I get caught up. I appreciate your thinking of me though and thank you for taking the time you watch. Mike
@bmxbarron3 жыл бұрын
the time you take, the attention to detail shows your experience, great work
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate that. Mike
@martymcmannis65815 ай бұрын
Great job with the repair. Some people are convinced that it can't be done. You just proved them wrong. Thanks for sharing this information
@zmotorsports625 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. Mike
@Jursaw5 ай бұрын
Just stumbled across your channel and found this gem of a video
@zmotorsports625 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words and thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@benwright8132 Жыл бұрын
Super impressive. I weld piles of cases for guys. I wish I had the machine shop access like you do, unfortunately space and funds just aren't there 😂. Welding old oil soaked cast aluminum is an art.
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate the comments and thank you for watching. Your right, oil soaked cases are not for the novice. 😄 Mike
@snakepliskin5415 Жыл бұрын
where are you located and how much to weld a place on a 2002 kx250rt side case i can send you pics if you give me an address
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com I don't quote prices because I generally have to see the item as I've gotten burned in the past. I am in northern Utah and did side work when I have time. Thanks. Mike
@BunnyMasterYT10 ай бұрын
Why have I not found your channel before? Your masterclass is awesome!
@zmotorsports6210 ай бұрын
Thank you. Glad you enjoy the content and thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@stanthology3 жыл бұрын
I don't have a surface plate so I used a big old mirror. (thick glass, plywood backing) and taped some wet dry to it only on one end. (it won't buckle the paper, but your strokes can only go one way) Then put soapy water on it . I used this setup to save from having to buy a water pump for my 5.9 Mopar. Because every penny counts and anyway I'm a cheapskate. It seemed to take forever but I finally got a gasket surface. Good information on your channel. Thanks for posting it.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching. Mike
@waltp33733 жыл бұрын
Years ago, I had a primary chain break and crack open my housing. I had no idea how to fix it at the time so I sold the bike cheap. Thanks for showing this.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome. Thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@gunnerwilliams15973 жыл бұрын
Very well descriptive video learned a lot about my heat and my amps definitely tuning in to see more of your techniques just cracked the oil filter case on a 2012 Suzuki S 40 went into a little panic mode until I watched your video very helpful and descriptive thank you for that you're a man who really knows his trade highly impressed
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comments and thanks for taking the time to watch. Glad it was helpful. Mike
@briantayes2418 Жыл бұрын
That was a beautiful repair! I hope your customer appreciates your no shortcut approach.
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I'm sure he appreciated the repair. I received great feedback on it. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and for the comments. Mike
@Fluckor6664 жыл бұрын
After watching this I am not afraid to fix my own. Good video. Thanks.
@Vikingman20243 жыл бұрын
Excellent, very informative video and expert job of repairing oil plug hole! Thank you!
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the feedback. Thank you for taking the time to watch and thank you for the comments. Mike
@shjones272 ай бұрын
Nice work, clean shop, great tooling!
@zmotorsports622 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comments and thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@manchetti8851 Жыл бұрын
That wrist rest bar bench clamp is awesome
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. It gets used quite a lot. One of those shop tools that I should have made many years ago. Thank you for watching and commenting. Mike
@jaycarva Жыл бұрын
First class repair sir and Wow you have a VERY nice shop!
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and I appreciate your comments. Mike
@harrywehrman530811 күн бұрын
Nice job.
@humourless68210 ай бұрын
Cut a slot out of the side of the drain plug boss, so its possible to get in to weld up the drain hole. Weld the drain hole up using mixed AC/DC wave form, then machine down the weld flat, drill and tap the drain hole. Takes a 1/4 of the time of messing about like shown on the video, welds arent riddled with inclusions, and the case doesnt get distorted due to the large amount of heat put into it.
@AskingForAFriend Жыл бұрын
Nice clean job. Was thinking about attempting a small repair on my 49 triumph cases but I’m a little gun shy.
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Just follow the process that I outlined and you should be fine if you are familiar with welding aluminum. Also keep in mind that not all cast aluminum is created equal as some have more porosity or less porosity than others so some adjustments on the fly are often required. Good luck in the repair and don't rush it. Thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@raulmarin8704 Жыл бұрын
My respect for this gentleman
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you and thank you for watching. Mike
@aukanmeister3 жыл бұрын
Good workmanship! Thanks for sharing😊👍 It's all in the details.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I couldn’t agree more about the details. Thank you for watching. Mike
@tylermegehe3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Great talent. Thanks for sharing.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate that and thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@bradybell61294 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed watching this, even though I'm not a weldor. I get the impression that you like to do this kind of work. :=)
@jgreen47155 ай бұрын
A very GOOD job!😊
@zmotorsports625 ай бұрын
Thank you. Mike
@rocketmangaming6183 жыл бұрын
Was only here for any tips to repair a racing mower gear box but oh boy you grab my full attention and sub something tells me you would have a good go at this without all the fancy equipment if only the workmen ship here in the uk was as good 😎👍
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. I’m flattered by your comments. Thanks you for taking the time to watch and best of luck in your repair. Mike
@j.w.33453 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Subscribed. Truly impressed with your skills! I will be telling my fellow builders about your channel. Thanks for your videos! J
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the comments and for subscribing. Glad you enjoy my videos. Mike
@nikko73623 жыл бұрын
Great job! What a clean shop!
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching. Mike
@cecilveley5722 Жыл бұрын
I’m doing it, the three quarters tang for the return spring broke “that’s cheap” three quarter of material wide by three inches high and was only like a couple sixteenths thick “just a tab” for an arm off the back of like a,,,,,,, fork return piece. kick shaft return
@sasngang2 жыл бұрын
Nice clean shop! Well done.
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching. Mike
@carlb11204 жыл бұрын
Mike Excellent Repair Carl Bullock Newtown, PA
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Thank you Carl. I appreciate that. Mike
@mikeevans13554 жыл бұрын
Great Job Thanks for sharing
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@allanmudge6200 Жыл бұрын
Very impressed, nice job! What type of lathe are you running?
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have a Precision Mathews PM1340GT lathe. I have a full review of it way back in my video library. It was one of my first videos on KZfaq. I also have a review video for my PM935TV milling machine about the same time frame. Thank you for watching. Mike
@bluesman69558 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for making a well produced video and explaining your thought process. I have used WD40 with my carbide burrs on aluminum. I looked at the Formax products and there seem to be different types available. Can you tell me the type you use? Thank you so much.
@zmotorsports628 ай бұрын
Thank you for the comments. I have been using Formax F-200 for many years. However, I recently tried CRL Tube Wax and actually prefer that, especially on abrasive discs, but also on rotary bits. Mike
@bluesman69558 ай бұрын
Thank you@@zmotorsports62
@MH-qq4ym3 жыл бұрын
Nice work and thanks for the video!
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@tedmagnum6968 Жыл бұрын
Lovely work. Nice one.
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@vincentrobinson9325 Жыл бұрын
NICE JOB✌🏻😁
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching. Mike
@alljproductsbigbearsjeepsh51464 жыл бұрын
Nice job Mike!
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Thanks Quinn. I appreciate you watching. Mike
@wadeymcr4454 жыл бұрын
Great content dude i am also a fabricator by trade great job 👌
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I wish I was a fabricator or a machinist but I’m just a mechanic who’s expanded his skillset a bit. Thanks for watching. Mike
@DCweldingAndArt3 жыл бұрын
Ya, I enjoyed this thoroughly. Cant believe the dickhead who commented on your choice of words of all things. Why dont we critique his videos...oh nevermind, we cant. Lol great job my man, nice shop!
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and especially for the comments. I don’t get some people with their comments but I appreciate your feedback. 🤔 Mike
@paulsimpson22323 ай бұрын
Hi great job, may i ask what sort of welding rod you use for this job ?
@zmotorsports623 ай бұрын
For many years I used 4043 but the last several years I've been using 4943.
@3r4s3 жыл бұрын
Great work.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Thanks for watching. Mike
@johnarchibald37363 жыл бұрын
There's not many engineers who can do what you do Mike i.e. diagnose, weld and machine to a very high standard. Wish you could do some welding on my honda cb900 crankcase. But I live in the UK and a long way away.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you John. I appreciate the kind words. Thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@CarlosAlberto-bq9fn3 жыл бұрын
😁😁😁👏👏👏👍👍👍muito bom parabems um abraço.
@brunomorao13873 жыл бұрын
Great work Man👌
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching. Mike
@mikedahoe2251 Жыл бұрын
Man I wish I had your skills ....neat stuff
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for taking the time you watch. Mike
@dcxplant Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, do you do customer work? I have a Honda Z50 case that is matching number to my bike which needs case repair.
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
I do take on side jobs when time allows. Thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@kelseyfuboyd Жыл бұрын
Very nice repair. I currently have a cracked case I would love to have you fix it for me. If your interested I can send you pictures and maybe you could give me a price.
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
I would be happy to look at it. My email is zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com Mike
@gussfoundry7600 Жыл бұрын
What type of filler wire are you using Mike? - Great presentation by the way?
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. On that particular engine case I can't remember if I used 4043 or 4943.
@josephnovakjr8198 Жыл бұрын
Was curious on two things Sir, what Formax grease is your tube that you had used on the carbide Burr tool? Formax has different item numbers Also, after you applied the dycem, you sprayed some type of lubricant on the sandpaper.. what did you spray on the sandpaper and what grit did you use for the aluminum? Thank you very much very informative video I appreciate it ! I definitely would love to invest in some of the machinery that you have I just have welding equipment no , Mills or lathes.. unfortunately I can't do repairs as precise but thank you
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comments and for taking the time you watch. I am glad you found it informative. As for the Formax, it is #200 and the grit that I used on the surface plate was 220-grit. For lube on the surface plate I just used some JB-80 Liquid lubricant. I don't necessarily think the lube matters all that much, the JB-80 was what I had readily available but I do find myself using it quite a bit for things like this. Mike
@dominicw88682 жыл бұрын
I have an Rm85 (2 stroke) that has a hole on the very edge of the crankcase (where the two crankcases meet a gasket) I hope that makes sense. I was planning on trying to repair it with jb weld but I now know that’s not very wise. Should I just cut my losses and take the motor apart, send the crankcase in now? Or should I try to fix it myself with the jb weld? I appreciate the knowledgeable video, stay safe
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Personally I have not seen much success using JB Weld. I know a lot of people use it and have heard of mixed success but I have the capabilities to fix it the proper way by welding and machining so I opt to go that route. I've had to remove a lot of JB Weld by the time it comes through my door over the years if that's any indication. Good luck and thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@dominicw88682 жыл бұрын
@@zmotorsports62 Since I’m young and broke, I figured I’ll try to patch it myself, if I can’t fix it myself I’ll reluctantly send it in somewhere. Thanks for the luck and for the information, you are awesome. Stay safe, Dominic
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
I completely understand. Mike
@scottbrown81423 жыл бұрын
Well done....
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate you watching. Mike
@columbanusismycopilot10705 ай бұрын
I have a cracked case on a 1979 Honda CBX. I want tonget it fixed. How can we connect??
@zmotorsports625 ай бұрын
I'm sorry, at this time I am buried and I'm not taking on any additional side until I get caught up with what I have already committed to. Thank you for your interest and thanks for taking the time to watch my video. Mike
@corylangille18697 ай бұрын
I have a 2004 TRX450R that the cases are warped and creating a problem when putting the two half's together, they teeter when they are aligned together. I am wondering how much work will need to be done and if it is a costly fix? I have a lot of time/money into this bike and don't want to give up on it. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
@zmotorsports627 ай бұрын
If the warpage is too severe it may mean the cases are trashed. When lapping cases some material removal is acceptable but too much and it will reduce crankshaft and countershaft endplay creating a rotating assembly that is way too tight. I would suggest a little lapping at a time with test fitment to measure endplay along the way. Mike
@corylangille18697 ай бұрын
That's what I'm afraid of, I bought one case half new from a dealer and the bike had no issues the first couple years and then out of nowhere the transmission failed as I was driving it, I was in fourth about to switch into 5th and there was no fifth gear it was like neutral so I geared back into fourth and tried to go right down to neutral but it wouldn't. It turned out that it ruined the middle shift fork and burned up a gear but after I got a new shift fork and gear I was putting it back together I noticed the warp issue. It doesn't look like a lot of material would need to be shaved off but I'm in a bit of a pickle and need an expert to look at it.@@zmotorsports62
@imdathussain63583 жыл бұрын
God job sir👍
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Mike
@rorypower5443 жыл бұрын
superb!
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching. Mike
@franciscoromero26323 жыл бұрын
I have a quadracer that experienced what you mentioned about the chain. Can i ship my case over to you for repair?
@polok8902 жыл бұрын
Too bad the case savers are taken off
@leopoldovecchione885511 ай бұрын
Hello Mike, I really like your jobs. My motorcycle case needs some repairs. Can you assist?
@zmotorsports6211 ай бұрын
Thank you. Sorry, at this time I'm buried with work and don't have time to take on any more right now, but thank you. Mike
@alfredocuomo1546 Жыл бұрын
The only thing that would have been better is some close up of when you were driving the impurities to the surface but good video none the less.
@spsfish19 ай бұрын
@zmotorsports I had a crack on the inside of my dirt bike case that I had welded. I haven't put it together yet because I just want to be sure or at least more confident that it has a good chance at holding up. Is this something you'd consider looking at and potentially I could mail it to you for your expert eye on it? Or maybe a recommendation on someone who I can send this off to. Much appreciated in advance. I will pay for the work and shipping as well.
@zmotorsports629 ай бұрын
You can check the cases' mating surface easy enough with a straight edge and feeler gauges to ensure it is true and flat.
@tomhanley95752 жыл бұрын
Hard to see it in the video but Ive gotta ask.... Does the slug you pressed in stand a little proud on the inside of the case??? If so wouldn't this prevent a full draining of the case when the plug is pulled?
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
No, the insert is flush with the inside of the case. I also blended it a little with a rotary bit before sending it back to the owner. Thank you for taking the time to watch. Mike
@gorgesswg2 ай бұрын
would you have interest in a 1986 Honda 250R 3 wheeler left side motor case - i need some expert welding help?
@zmotorsports622 ай бұрын
If I wasn't so busy and backlogged for several months maybe. Unfortunately I simply don't have time.
@stealhty1 Жыл бұрын
Less of this 👄 and more of this ✊....good work
@chadf4i2 жыл бұрын
I'm in the process of repairing my cases off of my yz250 after a connecting rod let go and cracked the bottom front of both sides as well as gouging the inner perimeter of the case where the crank is. I have had success so far with depositing clean Tig welds, now am going to clean up the inner perimeter first with a die grinder. I then plan on taking the mating surfaces close to flush with a file as I don't have access to use an end mill like you did. What would be best for finishing it off once I get it to within 1/16" of flush with the file? Keeping in mind that this is the mating surfaces of the crank on a 2 stroke with no gasket.
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Whenever I repaired a case at the split where the case halves met I used I file like you then when I was within about .020”-.030” I would apply bluing and lap the case halves on my surface plate, but any large flat surface would be sufficient. Best of luck and thanks for watching. Mike
@chadf4i2 жыл бұрын
@@zmotorsports62 as I'm not a machinist by trade abd don't have experience with lapping, what kind of sand paper did you use in the video? And what fluid did you lubricate it with?
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
I used some 220-grit followed by 400-grit wet sandpaper to lap the case half. I used some WD-40 as lubricant if memory serves and move the case in a figure 8 until all bluing was gone.
@nitramh2411 ай бұрын
Great work! Can I ship a crankcase for my Honda CR500 to you for some repairs? Anywhere I can contact you if possible? Martin, Norway
@zmotorsports6211 ай бұрын
I am buried at this time but if you're not in a hurry and can accept the shipping charges I would be happy to do it. You can email me at zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com Thanks. Mike
@grandcrappy Жыл бұрын
Cost of this particular job? Great work.
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I can't remember what I charged off the top of my head. About a couple hours of work so in the $160-$200 range.
@RoyaEnfieldBSAman3 жыл бұрын
How would you go plug welding a stud hole in aluminum crank case so that it can be drilled and re tapped?
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Are you referring to a threaded boss? If so, in those applications UCD machined a new boss roughly the same size as the one cast into the case. Then before cutting the damaged boss off of the case built a small fixture to hold the new boss in the correct position for welding. Cut the damaged boss off and weld the newly machined boss in its place. I hope that is what you were asking. Thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@Zt3v33 жыл бұрын
How about welding cast aluminum without tearing the motor down? Think you can get it clean enough from the outside to weld up a crack?
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
It’s possible as long as you could get it clean enough and there aren’t any seals or other rubber/plastic near the weld area that could be damaged. Mike
@user-no3xg9bw7z7 ай бұрын
Are you still doing case repairs? I have a case that needs repaired from chain damage.
@zmotorsports627 ай бұрын
I do occasionally when I have time. Currently I am quite backed up work though. Thanks. Mike
@tylerortegon1447 Жыл бұрын
Hey Mike I have a 2003 gasgas wild 300 hp that has a crack on the left case half from the top to the bottom of the case (chain popped of and slapped the case will I was 5th gear pinned) I was wondering if you might be interested in repairing it for me.
@tylerortegon1447 Жыл бұрын
I have search for one on line but it's a very rare atv and they do not make cases for it anymore. I also used jb weld on mine but it didn't work just like you said
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
I would be interested in taking a look at it and trying to repair it. My email is zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com to contact me. Thanks. Mike
@mfmonthefmf4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, fun watch! I have a dented & cracked case on my RM250. Ignition side, on the bottom close to the cover. Not sure its repairable, kinda thin right there. If I posted a quick vid to my channel could you lend your advice? BTW - Nice Shop!
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comments. Sorry for the delayed response. If you want to post the video I will take a look at it next week when I have time. Thanks for watching. Mike
@mfmonthefmf4 жыл бұрын
@@zmotorsports62 Hi Mike, thanks for taking a look! Here is the link kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qchyhLN0v9-ddYk.html Super cool to watch you work, technical, clean, and precise. I used to work in a bronze art foundry back in the day, did a lot of TIG welding on large monuments (not so technical, clean, or precise). Even helped with the MGM lion in Vegas right before I got fired :) I blame the girl. Good stuff amigo.
@jimoliver57584 жыл бұрын
Great video! Do you have a hard time seeing the puddle while tig welding. Do you have any tips on helmet selection. Right now I have a Miller elite that came with the welder. Thanks
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I’m not a big fan of the digital helmets. I realize they have a huge following and are all the rage but I still prefer a fixed lense. I don’t really like tools that require batteries for some reason although I do have a Miller Big Window Elite that my wife bought me about ten years ago but I just use it in tight spaces when I can’t flip my fixed lense helmet easily. I use a #10 gold lense with a clear protective lense in front on both of my fixed helmets and can see very well. I’ve found that the gold lense seems to reflect some of the light back into the work. Thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@NOWELLSBLESSEDADVENTURES4 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike you just continue to impress me with every project I see you do. Great video.
@user-pm9lj1ih1k Жыл бұрын
Hi do you heat the bike cases or just weld?
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
I don't pre-heat. Just prep, clean thoroughly and weld.
@danholmes53724 жыл бұрын
I have a question about some work, is there a way I could get a hold of you? Awesome video by the way, makes me feel better about my bike ha
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I don’t give out email or phone openly but I’m on garagejournal.com quite a bit. You could send me a private message through there. Mike
@josiahwright71142 жыл бұрын
Good work. Correct me if I'm wrong, but this repair was only worth it because it was for a friend, right? If this was a paying customer, it's gotta be cheaper to replace it than repair it.
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Thank you. No this case was sent to me buy a viewer from back east somewhere. Thanks for watching and for the comments. Mike
@rezyiceproductions76083 жыл бұрын
Can you fix my case it’s a 2006 crf450r and it blow a connecting rod so it slapped the counter balancer and broke the hole shaft and the bearing keeper fell of I want to repair it because on eBay there cases for sale gust I don’t want a jb welded case for $500
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
I have several other large projects I have to get done but if you’re not in a hurry for it I’d be willing to take a look at it and see if it’s something I could repair. Mike
@jackryan25 Жыл бұрын
Hey Mike If you have answered this question I apologize but how can we get in contact with you to do some work? I have a cracked engine case off a Ktm 300 I would like to have repaired. Jack
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
My email is zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com
@CABohol3 жыл бұрын
Nice
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching. Mike
@adriandurant50685 ай бұрын
Do you still do these repairs? I have a case with a fracture, its actually not as bad as the one you did in the video
@zmotorsports625 ай бұрын
I do on occasion when I have time. However, I am buried currently. Thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@caucasoid56453 жыл бұрын
How do you feel about the case warping when welding on only one side while not bolted to the other side case?
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
No issues as long as you don’t camp out with the welder. There’s plenty of webbing and support in the case plus the aluminum dissipates the heat so quickly it hasn’t been an issue. Although when I was doing a lot of the Yamaha Banshee cases back in the 90’ through 2000’s when they’d lose a chain and blow the countershaft out and wrap the sprocket into the mix, I would bolt the cases to help with keeping the countershaft aligned and running true when welding back together. I also lap the case on the surface plate when complete to ensure a flat sealing surface. Thanks for watching and hope that helps. Mike
@benjaminbutler57392 жыл бұрын
How much will you charge to repair my yz250 drain plug?
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Depending on just how bad they're damaged I generally charge $100-$200 as it takes anywhere from 1.5- 2.5 hours to do these.
@Steve-bl8rxАй бұрын
I have the same issue on my BMW 1200RT. How do I get a hold of you?
@zmotorsports62Ай бұрын
Sorry, I no longer have my speed shop. I just posted the video showing how to repair these cases. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to watch. Mike
@Steve-bl8rxАй бұрын
@@zmotorsports62 Thanks. What you did to fix that, is exactly what I need. If I use JB Weld just to hold me through riding season, does this really screw the machine shop in the repair?
@zmotorsports62Ай бұрын
It will add another level of difficulty to the repair so the machine shop may charge additional if it's been gooped with something.
@Steve-bl8rxАй бұрын
@@zmotorsports62 can I ask what was the cost for the work you did in the video?
@zmotorsports62Ай бұрын
I can't remember that one specifically but most take a couple of hours or so. They run in the $200-$250 range normally.
@JustSharetheStoke Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike! Amazing work man. That was awesome. I’m in NC as well and have a similar crank case problem. How could I reach out to you for your business? What’s your website or Facebook?
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
I don't have my business any longer but do an occasional side job as time allows. My email is zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com Thanks for watching. Mike
@danielmorales95482 жыл бұрын
My comment will be how much for a similar job
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
A job similar to this would be approx a couple hours so probably in the $150-$200 range. Thanks for watching. Mike.
@MauricioSerrano-qx8it Жыл бұрын
how do i contact you in regards to repairing my case?
@zmotorsports62 Жыл бұрын
zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com
@ShaneOBrien4 жыл бұрын
Hello Mike, that is a very good example of a case repair for sure. I have photos of the right side case to my Electra Glide that needs repair somewhat similar in nature to your work in this video. Is there any chance that I can forward these three or four photos to you for you opinion and thoughts that would come to mind once you view them. I believe that the case is repairable as long as close attention to every detail, just like what you show here in this video repair. Thanks for posting such a bitchin' video and opening up a door of possibility
@ShaneOBrien4 жыл бұрын
Ok, I just read that you don't do much in repairs since you closed your doors in 2017. Actually I want to do the repairs on my own. I am asking if you could see what I see in the photos, which is, if it's a possible repair or not. That would boost my confidence a ton or bring into reality if its too much to ask for in performing the repairs. I tried searching for a replacement right side case for a 1991 FLHS and always land on pages the want to sell an S&S lower end for $4,500.00
@smittysmat78264 жыл бұрын
Mike, do you do these repairs commercially? I have a clutch side trans case from a quite rare 1971 Carabela 125 MX bike. One of the collars that holds in a gear bearing in, is broken cleanly all the way around. At some point, before I got it, someone attempted to repair with a globs of what looks like white JB WELD. Would love to get it repaired. You seem to have the patience and care to do it properly. Thought I’d ask.
@smittysmat78264 жыл бұрын
For clarity sake.....by “collar” I mean, the little edge in the outside of the case, that prevents bearing from sliding out.
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comments and viewing George. I don’t do much work for clients since closing my business down in 2017. Mike
@smittysmat78264 жыл бұрын
zmotorsports Oh ok. Apologies, I was thinking the vid was new. BTW:Your work looks great! Thanks Mike.
@dayinieves18073 жыл бұрын
I have a rm 85 same exact issue as this video, how can i contact you?
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
I am very active on either garagejournal.com or irv2.com where you could send me a private message. I think you can also email me via KZfaq by going to the “about” section and hit contact. Thanks for watching. Mike
@rogerjones35042 жыл бұрын
Anyone near wrexham uk doing this
@kevinhumphrey9323 жыл бұрын
How much does this repair cost thank you
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Back when I had my business and was doing a lot of powersports work, a repair such as that would be approximately $125-$200 depending on extent of damage. I’ve repaired quite a few over the years where the sprocket on the transmission countershaft came apart and tore the side of the case out. Those required more time and therefore could potentially be upwards of $300+. Thanks for watching. Mike
@MrC8674 жыл бұрын
Fellow GJ Here
@devshewitt48094 жыл бұрын
Wish you were near me I have a hole in mower engine block everyone’s scared to touch he’ll I don’t care if it fails again but at least try
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
Yeah, most shops won’t touch such repairs. Thanks for taking the time to watch. Mike
@Cody963 жыл бұрын
How can I send you mine to get done.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
I am very active on garagejournal.com and irv2.comb You could send me a private message on either of those. Thanks for watching. Mike
@RohanForest2 жыл бұрын
I must know how much you would charge for such a repair, you know your shit. Great professional repair. where are you located?
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comments. I am located in Northern Utah. For a repair such as this they run in the $100- $200 range sure to taking about 1.5- 2.5 hours depending on the extent of the damage. That particular case half was only the drain plug and relatively easy so $120. Thanks for watching Mike
@deranbrooks28192 жыл бұрын
Where are u Located ?
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Northern Utah.
@jerome77523 жыл бұрын
how much would this repair cost?
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Please reference back about 6 comments or so as someone asked already. Thanks. Mike
@Rafiktadavi19936 ай бұрын
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@tjs_welding_and_fabrication3 жыл бұрын
I can't stand jb weld. I causes such havoc when tigging.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Thanks for watching. Mike
@G1bson2582 жыл бұрын
How can I send my case over to get it welded up too, lol
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
I've done a couple now for subscribers but I'm sure shipping costs outweigh finding a good local shop. If you really can't find anyone else and don't mind the cost of shipping plus the repair I guess we could make it happen. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. Mike
@G1bson2582 жыл бұрын
@@zmotorsports62 awesome, where do I send pictures of the piece needing repair? It’s an inner casing I was told it can be welded and told by others it can’t so I’m not positive but I can send you a few pics of it and even a video to show you the damage
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Send them to zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com and I'll take a look. Thanks. Mike
@snakepliskin54152 жыл бұрын
CAN I SEND YOU A KX250 CASE THAT NEEDS REPAIR
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
Sure. It may be a little bit before I can get to it because I'm buried but I can try to fit it in. Mike
@snakepliskin54152 жыл бұрын
@@zmotorsports62 CAN I SEND YOU PICS OF MY CASE SO YOU CAN GIVE ME AN ESTIMATE THANX BY THE WAY WHAT STATE ARE YOU IN IM NEAR ATL GA
@zmotorsports622 жыл бұрын
I am in Utah. zmotorsportsjkur@gmail.com Thanks. Mike
@TMC-ATV-Motorcycles3 жыл бұрын
Is there anyway you can give me a business name for you if I could get a quote from you or just explain what I would have done from you if you still do this type of work please.
@zmotorsports623 жыл бұрын
I don’t have my business any longer but I still do some small projects for people from time to time. The easiest way to contact me is private message through garagejournal.com forum where I am quite active. Mike
@bobmccann18863 жыл бұрын
In this video I demonstrate the repair of a drain plug in a cast aluminum motorcycle engine case, CORRECTION, I TALK ALOT ABOUT HOW TO REPAIR THIS BUT SHOW YOU NOTHING!
@motoz39393 жыл бұрын
Tons of info and examples here. Maybe you should watch the video with your eyes open.
@brandonparnell81834 жыл бұрын
How can I contact you
@zmotorsports624 жыл бұрын
I am quite active on garagejournal.com. You can send me a private message there under username zmotorsports. Mike