Pullstart 64,798 #151 Posted April 23 I made a list of things to accomplish on the belt guard. One major issue is the air filter. There is about 7/8” between the carb top and the hood. I have an idea. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexR 1,506 #152 Posted April 23 1 hour ago, Pullstart said: I made a list of things to accomplish on the belt guard. One major issue is the air filter. There is about 7/8” between the carb top and the hood. I have an idea. My thought on a airbox would be make a fairly large square box that is only 3/4-7/8" thick. With a hole in the center for the air intake. And then attach a external air filter to that how ever that would have to work with space. But it will be interesting to see what you come up with. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #153 Posted April 23 3 hours ago, AlexR said: My thought on a airbox would be make a fairly large square box that is only 3/4-7/8" thick. With a hole in the center for the air intake. And then attach a external air filter to that how ever that would have to work with space. But it will be interesting to see what you come up with. Surprisingly, a PTO clutch plate perfectly bolts to the top of the carb. I found an air filter that will fit down over the carb. So, a little cutting and welding magicery should allow it all to work in conjunction with each other. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
p38js 423 #154 Posted April 23 Looks good Kevin, can’t wait to see it! I did hear the engine run before I bought it, the gentleman I got it from started it on the floor of his shop. But that has been several years ago. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #155 Posted April 23 1 hour ago, p38js said: Looks good Kevin, can’t wait to see it! I did hear the engine run before I bought it, the gentleman I got it from started it on the floor of his shop. But that has been several years ago. Great news! It’s got enough compression to break my wrist! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 58,191 #156 Posted April 23 2 hours ago, Pullstart said: break my wrist! had to figure this thread would wind up in the 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 58,191 #158 Posted April 25 Here is what I would do for the air filter, The top could be an old hubcap ore something else that would be interesting. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #159 Posted April 25 23 minutes ago, 953 nut said: Here is what I would do for the air filter, The top could be an old hubcap ore something else that would be interesting. Yes Mr. Richard, that’s pretty much my plan. check out how perfect this PTO clutch plate fits that carb! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #160 Posted April 25 As for a lid, I really think the hood might become the lid! This filter is rated for 27 hp. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #161 Posted April 25 Yay! I found the stock air cleaner, dash, the Bud Andrews muffler (not sure if we will use it yet) and some other goodies! The stock air cleaner looks like it just needs to be trimmed down, then it’ll be an open element machine. Pretty ok for a mostly show cruiser! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #162 Posted April 27 I have to admit. I never actually tried to back this pipe out. The way it moved so quick, it could have been able to twist out. But it was a great opportunity to make a video and explain the idea of tightening might work when loosening does not. 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D_Mac 9,182 #163 Posted April 27 Kevin you can try they way my old homemade was done. Had like rubber gasket on both sides of the hood. Air filter went through the hood and when hood open and closed it fit tight over the carb. Hard to see from pictures i have but it worked well. in my opinion looked pretty good too. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #164 Posted April 27 I think I have figured a way to conceal it. Just a little trimming of the stock components and a little welder grinder work should get it. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #165 Posted April 29 I am no betting man, unless it’s loading a trailer or something easy, but I think this will sound great! It’s just tacked up. I want to get some rear hangers, square it up and level it, then final weld it. 1 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 13,860 #166 Posted April 29 That will help warm the hydro in cold weather! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 70,960 #167 Posted April 29 29 minutes ago, Pullstart said: this will sound great! Refresh my memory. Is there any muffling in this system? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #168 Posted April 29 2 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: Refresh my memory. Is there any muffling in this system? There is a set of two convoluted and twisted 1/2” washers inside the pipe. They are from my original “Steve” C-81 long tube exhaust system. 4 minutes ago, kpinnc said: That will help warm the hydro in cold weather! I am hoping the distance to the hydro components will allow some heat dissipation. If not, some cool heat shields on stand offs might be in order. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 13,860 #169 Posted April 29 7 minutes ago, Pullstart said: I am hoping the distance to the hydro components will allow some heat dissipation. If not, some cool heat shields on stand offs might be in order. Oh I was joking. I'm sure it won't hurt anything. ...Maybe if you lived in Australia or somewhere crazy hot. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 70,960 #170 Posted April 29 2 hours ago, Pullstart said: There is a set of two convoluted and twisted 1/2” washers inside the pipe. They are from my original “Steve” C-81 long tube exhaust system. I remember that. Sounded good on video. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullhosen’s Pony Express 54 #171 Posted April 29 49 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: I remember that. Sounded good on video. I remember it sounded pretty good in person. Ive been concerned that the pipe wasn’t large enough. Then I finished the dual exhaust today with a stick of pipe I recall running under a 2.3l 4 cylinder powered Ford Ranger. Ok, it should be alright for 16 Horse Powers… 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #172 Posted May 1 I made noise yesterday! It sounds great! IMG_1125.mov 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 58,191 #173 Posted May 1 Sounds good now to move on to wiring and a carburetor. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #174 Posted May 2 Today I finally nailed down an intake/air filter. I started with an idea, and held the filter in place for concept. It’s very GT14 like, eh? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 64,798 #175 Posted May 2 Lots of chopping, and welding, and fitting, and a few bumps and bruises finally, and I got an intake built. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
