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Old May 31, 2004 | 11:35 PM
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If i installed a big bore kit in my ex should i have any problmes with it later on???
 
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Old May 31, 2004 | 11:43 PM
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It highly depends on whoever designs the big bore and what parts they use and how good of a mechanic they are.
Lot of variables...
 
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 03:01 AM
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Never bore over a 400EX, you will be only looking for trouble. My friend did it and he had nothing but problems after that. If you want more power, get a Predator or Raptor. Don't bore over the 400EX.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 10:01 AM
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As with any engine, if you bore it over, you will get more power. More power means more stress on the engine. The more stress on the engine, the faster it will wear out.

That said, as long as you do frequent oil changes, and you don't ride the **** out of it, it will probably last you quite a while. Keep in mind, once you bore it over to about 440, there is no more room to bore it again, and you have to get a new cylinder. Depending on how long you intend to keep it, this may or may not be an issue.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 02:12 PM
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Ive had my 440 kit installed for almost 2 years now with no troubles.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 04:10 PM
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powroll did my 440 stroke and it is fine no problems at all
 
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 05:45 PM
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i wouldnt go over 440, i seen some companies with some kits but there like random no name companies. the 2 comp. i trust or wesco and powroll
 
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 06:45 PM
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I have heard bad things about big bore kits. Personaly I wouldn't put one on. Just my opinion. I thought about doing it too but all my friends said that I shouldn't do it so I never did.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2004 | 06:44 PM
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I want to put a bore in my 300ex but i here that you shouldn't go in the mud with them is that true or was someone just jokeing [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif[/img]
 
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Old Jun 2, 2004 | 07:08 PM
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mines a 416 with JE piston and no problems
 
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