ACT Race manifolds and race cats

Fed up with my crap manifolds leaking all the time - I took the plunge bought a set of ACT Products Race manifolds and race cats.

http://www.actproducts.co.uk/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=65_67&products_id=313

I also had to purchase a gasket/bolt set http://www.actproducts.co.uk/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=65_67&products_id=318

Fitting was a doddle, they look awesome in the engine bay



I'll try and record the exhaust note if I can get the video camera working.

Lazy cam follower

Looks like the source of all the tapping was a lazy cam follower.
All the valve train gear is in remarkably great condition given the age/mileage of the engine.

We've checked all the rockers, lifters, push rods valve seats, guide and the camshaft and nothing is overly worn. Decided to clean out and refit the followers.

Restarted it last night - god awful clatter for about 10 seconds then the followers pumped up with oil pressure and things were much better. I used a mechanics stethoscope to have a listen to the rocker covers and there's a massive difference. The engine is quite and all I can hear is the faint (normal) tapping of the valves. Oil pressure is much better now too. There is still a minor tapping which I think is an exhaust manifold - got a set on order.

The reassembly went well with the exception of one water hose that was a bit loose causing a minor water leak.

Tonight I'm going to replace the oil pressure sender and do a full oil change. Also going to try and get the motorbike up and running and ready for sale.