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360 rt2 con rod kit

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Seen some con rod kits available in the UK for 50 ish quid, some images show the word ROYAL on the con rod, I'm a weekend rider and not racing so wonder if it's worth fitting one ?   all advice greatly appreciated. 
26 Dec 2023 09:00 #1

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Replied by MarkT on topic 360 rt2 con rod kit

Not a bad idea if you're in the engine... I wouldn't reuse an old rod if you've gone that far. Rod, bearing, pin and washers should always be replaced as a set.

I also wouldn't buy a cheap kit. Quality is often suspect and the rod is a critical part.

Places like Vintco www.vintco.com/Yamaha-YZ250-1983-89-YZ36...3-Connecting-Rod-Kit and Bike Buzzard on ebay (US) have kits.
1963 YG1-T, 1965 MG1-T, Allstate 250, 1970 CT1b, 1971 R5, 1973 AT3MX, 1974 TS400L, 1975 RD350, 1976 DT175C, 1976 Husqvarna 250CR, 1981 DT175G, 1988 DT50, 1990 "Super" DT50, 1991 RT180, 2017 XT250
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26 Dec 2023 12:21 #2

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Replied by Paul@PJME on topic 360 rt2 con rod kit

I have sold and fitted 1000's of Royal rod ktis with no issues. I have had special rods made by Royal for me for 125 cc Engines with a genuine 40 BHP at the crank, Zero issues.

They make rods for other brands, some are mentioned here in this thread.

The rod will be a YZ250 rod of some sort

They are a very good quality product
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26 Dec 2023 13:32 #3

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Replied by Steve F on topic 360 rt2 con rod kit

I just got a kit for my DT3 project from Bike Buzzard. Looks to be of great quality. I contacted him before I purchased it. Asked my questions. And promptly ordered the correct kit for my project. Good Luck.
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27 Dec 2023 09:03 #4

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