Big's 2004 Z400 Project - Page 3

TuckerHardRide · 11-29-2011, 07:33 PM

Can't wait to see you rip into her!

bigbambizzle · 11-30-2011, 11:18 AM

bigbambizzle · 11-30-2011, 11:34 AM

I was thinkin about how the front fenders have slots open on either side of the headlight and I got to lookin.... there's a nice place to mount to the frame just inside both openings of the fenders. I think it would look cool to add auxiliary lights (nothin big, maybe 3 to 4 inch lights max) just an idea.... I'm gonna comb through advance auto and see if they got anything decent.

TuckerHardRide · 11-30-2011, 12:20 PM

I like how all of us cover up the main light then end up putting lights somewhere else lol. Also I think you should get a nice set of aftermarket handle bars.

bigbambizzle · 11-30-2011, 01:16 PM

Blue accent lights ooooo spiffy. Lol I was thinkin that too.... id live with the bars if I could find a foam/velcro type dash cover to hide the stem bolts. But I spose protapers would probably come with one. I'm more worried about the 1/2" play I have at the moment on my steering stem. It's not solid, and I am sure its coming from the very bottom bolt on the stem. Bars are on my list of cosmetics which is further down the road than preventative engine upgrades.

bigbambizzle · 12-13-2011, 12:51 PM

I'm putting a parts list together to get organized for stage 2 of my rebuild- engine mods. The intake is complete, and my suspension is done for now and I think I got it so it is not lean. Hope between now and then my air box don't melt. Anyway here we go:

Jet kit
CW 434 BBK
NSHC in/ex cams possibly webcams? 539/540
DRZe kit
Ferrea Valves
Kibblewhite valve springs
Dyna FS programmable

I need prices for each to estimate a total project cost. I'm expecting a 2500$ limit. If I'm under I can use the extra funds for stage 3 of my rebuild- cosmetics. I may need to pay for labor unless someone wants to help walk me through the steps. I have never opened a carb or a case in my life but id give it a go with the right direction. I do need a clymer.

bigbambizzle · 12-13-2011, 03:35 PM

I come up with
Jet kit- 55$
CW bbk 434- 534$
NSHC 235$ or webs 539/540- 564$
Dyna FS-178$
Ferrea valves- 140$
Kibblewhite springs- 135$
DRZe kit- 180$
Cam chain tensioner-30$

So that's just eBay prices on new mods.1,487$ w NSHC or 1,816 w webcams.
Anything else I need for the job? Isn't there a special tool for the valvesprings? Are the eBay prices reasonable or should I look elsewhere... Should I go with the expensive cams? Whats an estimate on improved horsepower with these mods?

Tmeder511 · 12-13-2011, 03:48 PM

You dont really need a DRZe kit since you are already getting kw springs and if you get a big bore it will come with the gaskets you need. All you need from the DRZe kit is the cam chain, clutch cover gasket, and valve guide seals; which you can get for alot cheaper than $180.

bigbambizzle · 12-13-2011, 03:55 PM

Excellent. Good lookin out. I knew that some of these kits have some of the same parts included.

bigbambizzle · 01-14-2012, 11:54 AM

Please relocate to the new "builds" section ty

bigbambizzle · 02-09-2012, 09:45 AM

So i decided since my z runs perfect to put money into other things. I did manage to pick up new protaper metal mulisha fat bars, pro armor bullhorn bumper, blingstar rear grab, new pmadds, and grips. Ill post pics as soon as i get everything installed

bigbambizzle · 02-10-2012, 10:40 AM

bigbambizzle · 02-11-2012, 11:06 PM

11-29-2011, 07:33 PM	#31 (permalink)
TuckerHardRide :::Official Spammer::: Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: PA Posts: 3,247	Can't wait to see you rip into her! __________________ 2006 LTR450 Engine Mods: Yoshimira Cherry Bomb - RS-5 Full Exhaust - Inspection Plug Choke B/O Nut - Start Button JE Piston Suspension, Steering & Chassis: Flexx Bars w Turner Clamps - Precision Damper - Tag Skid Plate Powermadds - LT Fox Evol w FuelATV A-Arms - Fox Podium Rear Pro Armor Grab Bar - IMS Roll Nerf + Heel + Bumper Misc: DID X-Ring Chain - Sprocket Guard - Frame Guards - ProDesign K/S Hiper Tec 3 - ITP Beadlock Rear Rims Parted Out: 2004 LTZ400 - September 2011 QOTM

11-30-2011, 11:18 AM	#32 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	__________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

11-30-2011, 11:34 AM	#33 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	I was thinkin about how the front fenders have slots open on either side of the headlight and I got to lookin.... there's a nice place to mount to the frame just inside both openings of the fenders. I think it would look cool to add auxiliary lights (nothin big, maybe 3 to 4 inch lights max) just an idea.... I'm gonna comb through advance auto and see if they got anything decent. __________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

11-30-2011, 12:20 PM	#34 (permalink)
TuckerHardRide :::Official Spammer::: Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: PA Posts: 3,247	I like how all of us cover up the main light then end up putting lights somewhere else lol. Also I think you should get a nice set of aftermarket handle bars. __________________ 2006 LTR450 Engine Mods: Yoshimira Cherry Bomb - RS-5 Full Exhaust - Inspection Plug Choke B/O Nut - Start Button JE Piston Suspension, Steering & Chassis: Flexx Bars w Turner Clamps - Precision Damper - Tag Skid Plate Powermadds - LT Fox Evol w FuelATV A-Arms - Fox Podium Rear Pro Armor Grab Bar - IMS Roll Nerf + Heel + Bumper Misc: DID X-Ring Chain - Sprocket Guard - Frame Guards - ProDesign K/S Hiper Tec 3 - ITP Beadlock Rear Rims Parted Out: 2004 LTZ400 - September 2011 QOTM

11-30-2011, 01:16 PM	#35 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	Blue accent lights ooooo spiffy. Lol I was thinkin that too.... id live with the bars if I could find a foam/velcro type dash cover to hide the stem bolts. But I spose protapers would probably come with one. I'm more worried about the 1/2" play I have at the moment on my steering stem. It's not solid, and I am sure its coming from the very bottom bolt on the stem. Bars are on my list of cosmetics which is further down the road than preventative engine upgrades. __________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor. Last edited by bigbambizzle; 11-30-2011 at 01:22 PM. Reason: grammar

12-13-2011, 12:51 PM	#36 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	I'm putting a parts list together to get organized for stage 2 of my rebuild- engine mods. The intake is complete, and my suspension is done for now and I think I got it so it is not lean. Hope between now and then my air box don't melt. Anyway here we go: Jet kit CW 434 BBK NSHC in/ex cams possibly webcams? 539/540 DRZe kit Ferrea Valves Kibblewhite valve springs Dyna FS programmable I need prices for each to estimate a total project cost. I'm expecting a 2500$ limit. If I'm under I can use the extra funds for stage 3 of my rebuild- cosmetics. I may need to pay for labor unless someone wants to help walk me through the steps. I have never opened a carb or a case in my life but id give it a go with the right direction. I do need a clymer. __________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

12-13-2011, 03:35 PM	#37 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	I come up with Jet kit- 55$ CW bbk 434- 534$ NSHC 235$ or webs 539/540- 564$ Dyna FS-178$ Ferrea valves- 140$ Kibblewhite springs- 135$ DRZe kit- 180$ Cam chain tensioner-30$ So that's just eBay prices on new mods.1,487$ w NSHC or 1,816 w webcams. Anything else I need for the job? Isn't there a special tool for the valvesprings? Are the eBay prices reasonable or should I look elsewhere... Should I go with the expensive cams? Whats an estimate on improved horsepower with these mods? __________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor. Last edited by bigbambizzle; 12-13-2011 at 03:41 PM.

12-13-2011, 03:48 PM	#38 (permalink)
Tmeder511 :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: St. Louis MO Posts: 264	You dont really need a DRZe kit since you are already getting kw springs and if you get a big bore it will come with the gaskets you need. All you need from the DRZe kit is the cam chain, clutch cover gasket, and valve guide seals; which you can get for alot cheaper than $180. __________________ QUAD HUB

12-13-2011, 03:55 PM	#39 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	Excellent. Good lookin out. I knew that some of these kits have some of the same parts included. __________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

01-14-2012, 11:54 AM	#40 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	Please relocate to the new "builds" section ty __________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

02-09-2012, 09:45 AM	#41 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	So i decided since my z runs perfect to put money into other things. I did manage to pick up new protaper metal mulisha fat bars, pro armor bullhorn bumper, blingstar rear grab, new pmadds, and grips. Ill post pics as soon as i get everything installed __________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

02-10-2012, 10:40 AM	#42 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	__________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

02-11-2012, 11:06 PM	#43 (permalink)
bigbambizzle :::Mini LT80 Rider::: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harbor Beach, MI Posts: 167	__________________ 2004 jetted, DMC Alien full exhaust, Regina chain and sprockets, ITP Holeshots, 09 reservoir shocks front & rear, K&N Powerlid and outerwear, Tusk case saver and hanguards, ALBA Pro Elite steering stabilizer, EBC brakes, smoked out headlight cover, shaved front fenders, modquad oilstick, skull handgrips, full armor, DG front bumper and Nerf bars, heel guards, relocated lights/key Also riding an 03 Bombardier Rally Fitting a 300ex with a 1970s CB500 motor.

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