I don't know about the rest of you, but it seems like I always end up spending way more on my engines than I intended too. That isn't going to be the case with this one. The point of this build is to have an engine I can safely spin to around 7000 rpm without breaking the bank. I was recently on ebay looking for a shroud, for 5hp I/C that I was rebuilding, and I found one for $12, and the listing also said he had the rest of the engine, and if you needed other parts to ask, well I asked. He said it was an I/C engine with compression, and he would take $20 for it. Sold! When it got here I was very pleased as it was a true I/C with cast iron bore, and dual bearings. The cylinder looked fantastic, so I gave it a very brief 5 second hone just to check for any scratches, and there were none to be found. I also picked up a used Wiseco STD. forged super sock piston for .99 cents, and a used ARC billet rod for $25. My plan is to use a 03-ss Dyno cam, and a billet flywheel, which OldMiniBikes sells an ARC billet non-adjustable for $99, but I'm hoping to find a used one. I know some of you may laugh at this build, but I thought it might be fun to try, and make some horsepower on a tight budget. Thanks
Matt
Matt