89 Blaster Project

[Petas]

I bought a project 89 Blaster about two weeks ago. This is my second Blaster now. It needs some work. I traded a PS3 for it. It had no cylinder or head. I also found out, after I got it, the bearings in the carrier are completely shot to the point that I think the carrier is shot too. Also the upper a-arm bushings are in pretty bad shape.

I've bought some some parts from yamaha28 in the parts section. I bought his complete rear axle with carrier, reed cage, and cylinder head(Everything looks good by the way I gave him some rep and tried to reply in the thread but it wouldn't let me). All I need now is a cylinder for a decent price. They sell on eBay for crazy prices. Haven't pulled the trigger because I'm trying to find one for a good price(and I'm broke).

The bottom end seems to be in good condition. No visible cracks in the case, rolls over freely, and the rod looks to be in good shape(other than a little surface rust in the wrist). What else should I check before I go any further? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I think I'm on the right track but I know some of you guys have lots of experience rebuilding the top end on these blasters.

 

[Petas]

Sorry, I forgot to post the pics:-[

 

[mud runner]

http://www.blasterforum.com/sale-18/lots-stuff-sale-all-best-offer-auction-type-listing-46890/

 

[blasterdemon7]

Looks like you have some work ahead of you.

 

[mud runner]

r u sure it is a 89 mine came with red shocks

 

[Petas]

Already got my bid in on that cylinder

Is it an 89? I'm 99% sure. I looked up the VIN# the day I got it. 10th digit tells the year. It's possible the shocks are not original.

 

[yamaha28]

I got some front tires, a-arms, and possibly rear tires for ya when you have the money boss!

 

[Petas]

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. I want to get the engine running right first before I put any more money into it. I think I can just replace the UCA and LCA bushings. The ball joints appear to be in decent shape. I'll be needing a couple plastics eventually too. To be honest things like that are last on the list.

P.S. The parts you sent me look good. Thanks again

 

[Blaner]

i would suggest a bottom end split, just to be sure all is well ther, could have some water damage, I dont know, id do it for peace of mind.

 

[yamaha28]

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. I want to get the engine running right first before I put any more money into it. I think I can just replace the UCA and LCA bushings. The ball joints appear to be in decent shape. I'll be needing a couple plastics eventually too. To be honest things like that are last on the list.

P.S. The parts you sent me look good. Thanks again

I got plastics too! haa

No problem man, glad they went to good use

 

[JonS]

man, i wanna beater blaster that color. my cousin had one like that when we were coming up.

 

[Petas]

i would suggest a bottom end split, just to be sure all is well ther, could have some water damage, I dont know, id do it for peace of mind.

I'll be honest, that scares me a little. I would need a gasket set huh?

Yeah it looks a little rough. I'll be painting it at some point. New seat cover, paint, new tires, and a little elbow grease she'll look good I:I

 

[mud runner]

iv got tons of plastic for sale and a couple of spindles and some other parts

 

[Petas]

What brand of gaskets should I buy?

 

[blowncash]

Cometic or factory Yamaha.