Re: Engine upgrade
My newly acquired Fordor has those upgrades and more.
In my opinion the high compression head is a good upgrade. The larger valves will help too. A higher lift and higher duration cam will is another good upgrade.
I like my counterbalanced crankshaft. I think this is a great upgrade. The engine is almost vibration free and the main bearings have less stress.
I also like the high volume oil pump and oil filter. I can go longer between oil changes. Better for the environment and better for the pocketbook.
I have insert bearings but some owners feel the babbitt bearings will last longer, especially if taken up periodically. Although the insert bearings are easier to change. The babbitt bearings have to be done right or they will fail and they require special tools for pouring and machining.
I am not fond of the lightened flywheel but the later clutch is nice.
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