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The trumpet rides again

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    The trumpet rides again

    Thanks to a bunch of folks, especially Michael wyent #434, the trumpet has undergone a heart transplant and is ready for the classic

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    Re: The trumpet rides again

    I'll do my best not to fire this one into orbit

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    Re: The trumpet rides again

    What are the speculations to why the other one went caboom??? just end of a race bike motor?

    congrats man way to get that shit together quick

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    Re: The trumpet rides again

    The triumphs are notorious for weak valve trains which can lead to valve float. After taking the top off the motor it's clear that was the culprit.

    Motor was stock and only had 5000 miles on it when it grenaded

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    Re: The trumpet rides again

    anything done to this motor to strengthen it?

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    Re: The trumpet rides again

    Glad to hear it buddy! See you in a few days. Go fast, etc.

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