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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Aug-2005, 18:09
Replies: 8
Views: 1,490
Posted By DC
Hello Yeti, Yep, lots of advice. Scanned all the...

Hello Yeti,

Yep, lots of advice. Scanned all the Ducati engineering sites. And have reseached all the figures for cam timing, squish and all the other bits and bobs.

I hope to end up with a very...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Aug-2005, 11:23
Replies: 8
Views: 1,490
Posted By DC
Big thanks

Once again,

I fire loads of questions and get lots of helpful answers back.

Top Forum. As some of you may have noticed in my recent threads. I will be re building a 996 lump from the ground up....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Aug-2005, 11:13
Replies: 21
Views: 3,233
Posted By DC
Cheers mate. I have those in the workshop, so I...

Cheers mate. I have those in the workshop, so I will take your advice. Got most tools just not the Ducati ones!!

Micrometers, dail gauges, Timing disc, Torque wrenches, pullers and air tools...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Aug-2005, 01:16
Replies: 21
Views: 3,233
Posted By DC
[quote]Originally posted by nelly There's 4 holes...

[quote]Originally posted by nelly
There's 4 holes in the cam pulleys that the factory tool locates on. I'd try and use these rather than hold the pulley teeth. If you mark them you'll cut the belts...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Aug-2005, 00:55
Replies: 21
Views: 3,233
Posted By DC
Cheers Nelly, I have been looking on line at...

Cheers Nelly,

I have been looking on line at various tools and had thought of the crows head tool as well. I may do a bit of spanner bending and welding!

I see the other threads on this site about...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Aug-2005, 00:00
Replies: 21
Views: 3,233
Posted By DC
cheers chaps, I will keep my eyes peeled on flea...

cheers chaps, I will keep my eyes peeled on flea bay.

DC.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Aug-2005, 23:10
Replies: 21
Views: 3,233
Posted By DC
Ducati specific engine tools.

Hello guys, got a few more questions for ya,

I am looking at getting the Ducati tools that enable you to:

1/ Undo the pullies on the timing belts, take off and do up.

2/ Undo the cylinder head...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Aug-2005, 20:59
Replies: 14
Views: 3,348
Posted By DC
Cheers for that chaps. What about getting my 748...

Cheers for that chaps.

What about getting my 748 bodies bored out at the 44mm restriction?
Is this straight forward? Can any engineering firm do this or is it best left to a Ducati specialist?

DC.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Aug-2005, 20:11
Replies: 14
Views: 3,348
Posted By DC
916 injectors/throttle bodies.

Hello peeps,

Quick question. Would the injectors/throttle bodies from a 916 be suitable for a 996 engine. By this I mean the bore size of the throttle bodies.

I assume that if the single injector...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Aug-2005, 00:56
Replies: 2
Views: 1,106
Posted By DC
Thanks for that Nelly, Read and noted for future...

Thanks for that Nelly,

Read and noted for future reference........;)

DC:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Aug-2005, 00:16
Replies: 11
Views: 2,478
Posted By DC
Hello mate, Hows that bike of yours...

Hello mate,

Hows that bike of yours going?

Shipping from the states, who said anything about that?;)

DC:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Aug-2005, 00:14
Replies: 2
Views: 1,106
Posted By DC
Engine timing/996 Bip

Engine timing,

I have looked through the Haynes manual with regards to engine timing/Dialing in cams etc, but they do not quote it. Other than contact your Ducati dealer..............

Is there...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Aug-2005, 00:07
Replies: 11
Views: 2,478
Posted By DC
cheers for that guys. The engine I am looking at...

cheers for that guys.

The engine I am looking at is from the states so the engine number is totaly different to the DUK stampings. Guess an e mail or two will have to do.

DC
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Aug-2005, 17:25
Replies: 11
Views: 2,478
Posted By DC
engine identity/size

Hello,

Right, this may be a stupid question but is there any stampings on a 996 engine that states that it is 996?

I have looked for displacment stampings on the cases and barrels but I cannot see...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Aug-2005, 18:00
Replies: 18
Views: 3,682
Posted By DC
If it was me, I would get the original engine...

If it was me, I would get the original engine looked at. You would then get the worn parts replaced, ( At the most pistons, rings re bore etc) Even get it bored out if that was your thing.

And you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Aug-2005, 02:25
Replies: 18
Views: 3,682
Posted By DC
My engine burns a bit on 300 etc mile trips...

My engine burns a bit on 300 etc mile trips where I hold prelonged stints at 120-150 MPH. ( motorway trips)

I guess it would be less than 250 mls. Say from the upper level to nearly the lower...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jul-2005, 14:44
Replies: 22
Views: 3,398
Posted By DC
:o I have taken a look at the rear master...

:o

I have taken a look at the rear master cylinder when the pedal is pressed. You can see that the master cylinder moves by a heck of a lot.

It appears that the bracket that holds the master...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jul-2005, 19:07
Replies: 21
Views: 3,817
Posted By DC
Ill second...

Ill second that............................................:rolleye:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jul-2005, 18:54
Replies: 31
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Posted By DC
:o cor, this thread has got a lot of attention...

:o

cor, this thread has got a lot of attention over nothing.:lol:

Including me.....................................:P

DC:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jul-2005, 22:20
Replies: 9
Views: 2,020
Posted By DC
works for me too.;) DC

works for me too.;)

DC
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-Jul-2005, 22:48
Replies: 21
Views: 2,219
Posted By DC
:D nice clutch cover...

:D

nice clutch cover Dibble..........................;)

DC:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2005, 00:02
Replies: 37
Views: 6,050
Posted By DC
I know u were not having a pop mate and I did not...

I know u were not having a pop mate and I did not take your post in that way.;)Just trying to say that each person takes their own route and has reasons for doing it. Thats all.

For me its boils...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jul-2005, 19:58
Replies: 37
Views: 6,050
Posted By DC
Hang on a minute, What I am trying to say...

Hang on a minute,

What I am trying to say is,............... the bike that I now have is good enough on the road, or I like the power that it makes. Its enough to stay with most bikes on the road...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Jul-2005, 21:20
Replies: 37
Views: 6,050
Posted By DC
:D Well now.............. I had my 748...

:D

Well now..............

I had my 748 converted to an 853 by Neil at Sigma. I do not regret it one bit. It is an absolute hoot to ride on twisty or fast sweeping roads. You know, the ones that are...
Forum: Stolen Bikes 12-Jun-2005, 00:39
Replies: 21
Views: 20,693
Posted By DC
:( Sorry to hear of the loss of your bike by...

:(

Sorry to hear of the loss of your bike by scumbags. As I was reading your story I was thinking that the guard/s may have been involved even before you suggested it.



:puzzled:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jun-2005, 14:32
Replies: 6
Views: 1,562
Posted By DC
What side are you after as I have some spare...

What side are you after as I have some spare lenses?

DC:bouncy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jun-2005, 14:29
Replies: 11
Views: 2,379
Posted By DC
Um, I think that its 96. The front sprocket is...

Um,

I think that its 96. The front sprocket is 14. The rear is 38. I could be wrong though, as I cant be bothered to count the links at the moment.:P

DC;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Jun-2005, 22:11
Replies: 11
Views: 2,379
Posted By DC
yep, got one of those. Like I said, just waiting...

yep, got one of those. Like I said, just waiting for the chain to wear out as I would probably have to get a longer one to accommodate the bigger sprocket. Ohh errr!:P

DC:roll:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jun-2005, 20:34
Replies: 11
Views: 2,379
Posted By DC
;) The thing is I have often thought about doing...

;)

The thing is I have often thought about doing this to my bike. My engine is an 853 and gets a shift on very nicely so i reckon it would turn my bike into an animal.:devil:

Perhaps i will do this...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jun-2005, 00:53
Replies: 11
Views: 2,379
Posted By DC
Out of interest, what has this gearing change...

Out of interest, what has this gearing change done to the bikes top end?

DC.:bouncy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jun-2005, 00:14
Replies: 6
Views: 1,562
Posted By DC
I thought it was 7:puzzled: ;) DC:burn:

I thought it was 7:puzzled:

;)

DC:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jun-2005, 00:39
Replies: 6
Views: 1,562
Posted By DC
Standard Mirrors/748-916.

Hello peeps,

right before I go breaking my mirrors, how do you get the glass section out from the case. I know that there is a small screw underneath that tightens up the movement of the...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 01-Jun-2005, 22:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,234
Posted By DC
:devil: Already done it mate.;)

:devil:
Already done it mate.;)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 31-May-2005, 00:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,234
Posted By DC
Moto GP4

Oh yeah,

Moto GP4 on the playstation. I just got it. Its coool. Much better that the TT game. It even has a progressive throttle so you cant give it too much berries in the corners or you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 19:38
Replies: 15
Views: 2,415
Posted By DC
cool pics mate.

cool pics mate.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 18:46
Replies: 11
Views: 2,969
Posted By DC
I wonder what 14/36 would be like on my 748/853??...

I wonder what 14/36 would be like on my 748/853?? Since It is putting out about 105-108 BHP.

DC.:devil::burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 17:47
Replies: 13
Views: 2,777
Posted By DC
:( EEEK!

:(

EEEK!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 17:46
Replies: 16
Views: 1,717
Posted By DC
Cheers DIBBLE. I will have a think. DC.:burn:

Cheers DIBBLE. I will have a think.

DC.:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 17:42
Replies: 16
Views: 1,717
Posted By DC
Thanks for the response so far, I was under the...

Thanks for the response so far,

I was under the impression that the standard filters in the air tubes were the best option. I have read several threads on this including Shazams.

When I had my 853...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 15:57
Replies: 16
Views: 1,717
Posted By DC
mmmmmmm, seems like I may be looking for a while...

mmmmmmm,

seems like I may be looking for a while yet then as I do not want to fit the under take air filter. And as for the carbon headlight support. If thats the case I think that I will leave well...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 11:57
Replies: 16
Views: 1,717
Posted By DC
carbon air tubes

:)

I am after a set of carbon air tubes for my 748. I want to know what other people think, such as quality etc and what firm they have bought theirs from.
If they exist, I am after the set that let...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-May-2005, 19:34
Replies: 18
Views: 3,904
Posted By DC
;) So it seems that the 350 996R machines for...

;)

So it seems that the 350 996R machines for the public had the plaque on them for the bling or pose value down the pub. The 150 for racing were just that, racing!

The bling dont count, just the...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 09-May-2005, 16:54
Replies: 7
Views: 1,356
Posted By DC
Yep, same here. DC.:burn:

Yep, same here.

DC.:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-May-2005, 15:26
Replies: 12
955
Views: 1,775
Posted By DC
3K eh?:devil: Dont tempt...

3K eh?:devil:

Dont tempt me!!!!!!!!!!!!:devil:;)

DC.:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-May-2005, 23:58
Replies: 12
955
Views: 1,775
Posted By DC
Hi Keefer, I hear what you are saying and I...

Hi Keefer,

I hear what you are saying and I agree with you. I do not want an engine that is a race unit. If the 955 ones are pure race spec then if would be a no no for me I guess.

Perhaps I will...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-May-2005, 23:30
Replies: 12
955
Views: 1,775
Posted By DC
I was under the impression that you could convert...

I was under the impression that you could convert a 916 engine to 955. I suppose that what you say is correct though, in that you would still need all the valves and gubbins that goes with the 916sp....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-May-2005, 21:59
Replies: 12
955
Views: 1,775
Posted By DC
955

Anyone here had a 955 or a 955sp? ( If that is correct??)

I am interested in any owners thoughts and views. I have a few ideas for the distant future concerning my 853. I may well end up either...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-May-2005, 23:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,285
Posted By DC
:o Chill pill bro:lol:

:o

Chill pill bro:lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-May-2005, 18:04
Replies: 10
Views: 2,261
Posted By DC
The oil seal behind my clutch went as well. It...

The oil seal behind my clutch went as well. It didnt affect the working of the clutch but it sure looked pretty horrible. It was more like a heavy residue that a leak. It would only really do it when...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-May-2005, 11:00
Replies: 13
Views: 1,921
Posted By DC
I must have just missed you because he was still...

I must have just missed you because he was still there when I arrived. I didnt say anything though. I was too busy trying to speak to the guys at Pro Twins. Its a busy place there innit!!

DC.:burn:
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