Author Topic: Project Trailer Trash 02 Laeger wide (Read 29732 times)

tretimit16 · « **Reply #75 on:** August 02, 2013, 06:19:00 PM »

Looks awesome! That sure went together fast. Did you get the ok to go racing next weekend?

05450r · « **Reply #76 on:** August 02, 2013, 06:42:12 PM »

Thank you! Yeah she went together pretty good,only a few minor issues. I didnt change the mechanical water pump seal and that came back and bit me,new one on order. Other than a bunch of trips to Ace for stainless hardware I had everything ready. It took 4 weeks for powder so I had plenty of time to get ready..lol.. As far as racing goes I almost got her talked into it!!

05450r · « **Reply #77 on:** August 03, 2013, 02:54:37 PM »

Yeah I will get some,I need to sells some stuff first. I will get a set of the 86' style from Motofool,but not sure if I will use them on this build or not. Im working with designs with another member,but I have to get my butt in gear on this. If nothing else for the time being I will call Andy at Maul Tech for some since I already have the seat cover.

05450r · « **Reply #78 on:** August 05, 2013, 10:52:18 AM »

Of course,on the 3rd heat cycle the mechanical water pump seal started leaking,it was the only seal I didnt replace. Should've known. New one will be here tomorrow. Got the brakes blead and alignment done yesterday. Started setting up the sway bar,need to make another trip to Ace. Motor sounds really good,shifts through all the gears(lol) and starts easy. Hoping to race it Friday night if all goes well!

trx88 · « **Reply #79 on:** August 05, 2013, 06:04:18 PM »

did you notice the lower rad port curves toward the frame, so does the upper left, im having the same problem.. how did you deal with it? cut/ weld?

05450r · « **Reply #80 on:** August 05, 2013, 06:34:30 PM »

Yeah I had this radiator in my 86' stock frame as well. The lower one was the only one that caused an issue,upper was fine. All I did was gently pry the outlet towards the motor with a pry bar while it was mounted in place,didnt take much. It fit great after that,fits great in the Laeger as well. I also had to trim the tab on the front side as it rubbed the steering shaft. I only paid $99 shipped for it and the hoses. Hoses fit with some trimming,but I feel that some of the bends werent correct,but they fit. I had to add an inline cooler when I went to the pro-x cylinder as the upper hose wasnt long enough.
This is how it fit in my 86' before:

After bending

It fits with more clearance in the Laeger,overall for a cheapy radiator Im happy with it.

05450r · « **Reply #81 on:** August 07, 2013, 05:18:57 PM »

Looks like its going racing Friday night,eveything is buttoned up,mechanical wp seal is fixed. Have to scale it tomorrow night and put another heat cycle on then double check everything. I will have my buddy try to get some video,it sounds like there will be sime fast quads running so Im not expecting much. Mainly want to make it through the night safely with no damage to me or the quad..lol

red88r · « **Reply #82 on:** August 08, 2013, 01:08:59 AM »

Good luck man! I think everyone is going to want a vid also!

trx88 · « **Reply #83 on:** August 08, 2013, 09:12:26 AM »

yeah i have the same radiator, i had to cut the tab also but havent thought about the curved ports until now..

the rock guard mounts were a little off center also, but you cant tell on the frame..

05450r · « **Reply #84 on:** August 08, 2013, 09:31:24 AM »

Thanks Red! Yeah the side mounts were off just a little,very minor bend there. It didnt take much to bend the outlet though,but Im sure a good weld shop would have no problem cutting and welding if you wanted to go that route. Also these radiators are the same size as stock.

05450r · « **Reply #85 on:** August 08, 2013, 09:58:59 PM »

Test ride went great,really pulls for a little 265! Had to step up the main from a 175 to a 182,I think it would pull a 185. Setup the front end and the sway bar on the ol trusty bathroom scales. At full race weight it comes in at 369lbs. Yeah thats kinda heavy,with different wheels and tires I could shave atleast 10-15. As is it would be a very nice mx setup..lol Honestly setup on the scales went alot better than we thought. Front side to side was within one pound and rear was within 2lbs. Front to rear around 15lbs,not having heavy beadlocks and those hoosiers would've got it alot closer,but I cant complain at all!

etccb · « **Reply #86 on:** August 09, 2013, 10:05:55 AM »

Looking good. Yes those tri tracs and beadlocks can add up in a hurry. Have fun!!

Rupp250 · « **Reply #87 on:** August 09, 2013, 10:22:42 AM »

Looking good. 369lbs, damn I wonder what my ride weighs.

05450r · « **Reply #88 on:** August 09, 2013, 10:24:38 AM »

Thank you! Yeah they sure do,probly pretty close to the weight of Hipers..lol.. I have a set of .125's with rear Hoosiers and front American Racer,plus another set of Razor TT fronts. But the set on it now has the best tread. Rear tire (18/9/10) have a 56" diameter. 13/36 gearing is all I have to play with tonite,if those rear tires dont work out I will have a few other choices as well,in different diameters. Guess we will see tonite,there will be a few fast 4 strokes to compete with. My main goals will be to stay safe and not damage anything too bad. I really only have about 10 minutes seat time on it,in grass and pavement. Getting traction on dirt,on a banked oval,will be a true test. If the track is packed nicely and not to rough the pro-trax will be "ok",I have my stick damper all the way stiff just to slow the steering down some.

Robbie · « **Reply #89 on:** August 09, 2013, 02:49:58 PM »

Quote from: 05450r;7846

Thank you! Yeah they sure do,probly pretty close to the weight of Hipers..lol.. I have a set of .125's with rear Hoosiers and front American Racer,plus another set of Razor TT fronts. But the set on it now has the best tread. Rear tire (18/9/10) have a 56" diameter. 13/36 gearing is all I have to play with tonite,if those rear tires dont work out I will have a few other choices as well,in different diameters. Guess we will see tonite,there will be a few fast 4 strokes to compete with. My main goals will be to stay safe and not damage anything too bad. I really only have about 10 minutes seat time on it,in grass and pavement. Getting traction on dirt,on a banked oval,will be a true test. If the track is packed nicely and not to rough the pro-trax will be "ok",I have my stick damper all the way stiff just to slow the steering down some.

please tell me your going have some Go-pro footage for us