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« Reply #300 on: October 29, 2014, 09:50:47 AM »

Quote from: Rudemouthsky on October 29, 2014, 07:06:40 AM

You're saying it *has* to be oxy free for an A/V application, right?

Seems to me that Motolectric uses the phrase "oxygen free" as a marketing shtick...oxygen free is "better" wire in the sense that less oxygen = more copper and more copper = less resistance, but if 4 AWG welding cable does the job of being your starter circuit just as well, I don't really see an advantage to going with their oxygen free amp wire at over 10x the price and without the added benefit of the ultra tough abrasion and heat resistance of the welding cables insulation.

There's a huuuuge thread on Ducati.ms about the Motolectric cables that almost lured me into buying one of their kits until I realized I was being seduced by the hyperbole of it all. What he kept going back to was the video proving the kit was vastly superior to the OE wiring, which was true...but when challenged as to why his was better than any other aftermarket or home made solution that used superior quality material than the OE stuff, he had to rename marine grade heat shrink; "dual wall mil spec shielding with hot melt sealant" to get his point across. It was all BS. Clever BS, but BS none the less.

Since I am lazy and I like the quality and every little thing you need in the package convenience I would consider buying Motoelectric cables. Yep, a lot of BS going on there, particularly oxygen free copper. Regular copper? about 2% oxygen. Oxygen free? about .5% oxygen. Better conductor? Yes. Will that reduction of .00000whatever voltage drop help you start the bike? Doubtful. More corrosion resistant? Yes. How many centuries are we worried about


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Re: M944SS build

« Reply #301 on: November 24, 2014, 11:44:22 AM »

I got some more crap powder coated. The finned valve covers to match the barrels and engine covers, fuel cap flange, a coil bracket I chopped and lightened, rear caliper hanger, and Oberon turn signals. Oh and my alloy swingarm which came out great! But I'm most excited about the turn signals...I love these little guys but the black anodizing scratches if ya look at it cross eyed. All this stuff looks dripping wet and I bet I could shave with my swingarm....


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« Reply #302 on: November 24, 2014, 12:31:11 PM »

Very nice. A fine effort on the coil bracket too waytogo

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A most anticipated build.


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« Reply #303 on: November 24, 2014, 01:43:40 PM »

Quote from: koko64 on November 24, 2014, 12:31:11 PM

Very nice. A fine effort on the coil bracket too waytogo

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A most anticipated build.

I just...need...this...damn engine which is waiting on ONE ridiculously hard to find part...


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« Reply #304 on: November 24, 2014, 04:53:13 PM »

Which would be...?

The suspense is killing me!


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Re: M944SS build

« Reply #305 on: November 24, 2014, 05:45:53 PM »

Quote from: thorn14 on November 24, 2014, 04:53:13 PM

Which would be...?

The suspense is killing me!

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« Reply #306 on: November 24, 2014, 06:18:46 PM »

http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/CI-axle_large.jpg

Invest to keep that swingarm tasty.


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Re: M944SS build

« Reply #307 on: November 24, 2014, 09:44:37 PM »

Quote from: Grampa on November 24, 2014, 06:18:46 PM

http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/CI-axle_large.jpg

Invest to keep that swingarm tasty.

Already have em, got from Cody @ Corsair waytogo


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« Reply #308 on: November 25, 2014, 01:16:56 AM »

spill the beans...
what part?
I may have it! Wink


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« Reply #309 on: November 26, 2014, 03:04:53 AM »

You better take some freakin hi res pics of this puppy once it's built! I wanna be able to perv on all the minute details you've gone full-Rudemouthsky on bacon


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Re: M944SS build

« Reply #310 on: November 26, 2014, 10:09:36 AM »

Quote from: howie on October 29, 2014, 09:50:47 AM

No, what was said specifically was to NOT use aluminum clad copper. Use SO cord, use welding lead, use industial structure grounding cable, but for god's sakes don't use aluminum clad cable.

I love that motor. It could be art in some gearhead gallery somewhere. Can't wait to see it done.


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« Reply #311 on: December 12, 2014, 05:28:40 AM »

A few people have asked about my IMA triple clamps...well I just wanted to post a heads up that they are for sale in the classifieds along with brand new Speedymoto and Cycle Cat clip ons...I've decided to go with an IMA setup that doesn't utilize the risers. They are in perfect condition...


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« Reply #313 on: December 12, 2014, 07:19:22 PM »

I thought the belts were on the right side Wink


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Re: M944SS build

« Reply #314 on: December 12, 2014, 08:02:57 PM »

Quote from: thorn14 on December 12, 2014, 07:19:22 PM

I thought the belts were on the right side Wink

i think he's conditioning the engine for wheelies! Dolph


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