Engine Swap - From 06 RS Vector into 05 RS Venture

[HatchetJack]

Hello Yamaha 4 Stroke Engine guru's,
My 05 RS Venture 973cc engine threw a rod (about 11000kms) and I'm swapping in an engine from a 06 Rs Vector (about 10000 kms). I bought the Vector complete as a running/trail ready machine at the end of last season but I'm parting it out for the engine and any other better parts I can, to put into the Venture.

I have some parts left from my 05 blown engine. Already swapped the starters since the one from the blown up engine felt and looked better.

I have the engine on the skid in my garage, is there anything I should check over before I pop it in my RS Venture chassis? Anything a DIY weekend warrior could handle to improve reliability/preventative maintenance and performance?

thanks!

 

[maim]

while it is apart, make sure the carbs are clean and i would change the filters in the tank as well.

 

[MrSled]

Hello Yamaha 4 Stroke Engine guru's,
My 05 RS Venture 973cc engine threw a rod (about 11000kms) and I'm swapping in an engine from a 06 Rs Vector (about 10000 kms). I bought the Vector complete as a running/trail ready machine at the end of last season but I'm parting it out for the engine and any other better parts I can, to put into the Venture.

I have some parts left from my 05 blown engine. Already swapped the starters since the one from the blown up engine felt and looked better.

I have the engine on the skid in my garage, is there anything I should check over before I pop it in my RS Venture chassis? Anything a DIY weekend warrior could handle to improve reliability/preventative maintenance and performance?

thanks!

Dive in and have fun with it. Should be an easy swap.

 

[maim]

btw how much do you need for the vector chassis as a roller? got an rx engine that needs a better home.

 

[HatchetJack]

It's been a fun little project so far. Looking forward to getting that engine in the venture this weekend. fingers crossed that it will fire right up.
MAIM - The plan was to part out the vector to recoup the cost of replacing my blown up engine. I have the vector all torn apart, so I'm not sure what you consider a rolling chassis. I have removed the skid and already sold the track. The handlebars, seat and windshield are sold too. I was going to keep the clutches/voltage regulator/starter for now. The tunnel w/ heat exchangers and front suspension and skis are what I have sitting as a 'rolling' chassis at the moment if you are interested in that. I have everything else to build it back up , other than the sold items. Let me know. I'm located near Woodstock, ON which is a bit of a hike from you.

 

[maim]

ok. a bit much missing for what i want/need. the rx i have the only thing that is good is the motor components/wiring. track, tunnel, bulkhead, front suspension, rear suspension, bars, hood, steering post/hoop and all the coolers are toast. thanks though.

 

[pdiddy]

Make sure you have the updated cam tensioner before you install.

 

[HatchetJack]

pdiddy - I just saw your comment now What's the updated cam tensioner? I will have to look it up.

I got the Vector engine installed into the Venture. Just need to change the fluids and a few more connections to go. Think I might paint the windshield.

Wish I noticed this earlier (maybe BEFORE I INSTALLED THE ENGINE) but I realized my Secondary shaft/jackshaft bearing is cracked on the secondary side. Will need to get the bearing changed out and I heard it can be a PITA! I have a replacement from last year when I changed all the other bearings, including the chaincase ones. Anyone have any good ideas to remove the bearing without opening the chaincase?

 

[HatchetJack]

The swapped engine runs and purrs nice. I researched into the cam tensioner update and mine has the orange dot. It's not making any 'chainy' type noise so I think I'm okay for now. I'll have to do the update later.

Now I need to crack the chaincase again, and replace the Jackshaft bearing. That should be fun. Luckily I work at a weld shop, so I should be able to make up a tool to get on that dang nut.