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Author: Subject: 2003 R1 & VortX Bodywork: Thermostat cut?
JoaoCaldeira

posted on 19/6/06 at 01:03 PM Reply With Quote
2003 R1 & VortX Bodywork: Thermostat cut?

Hi all.

Those of you building a VortX with a 2002 / 03 R1: what have you done to the protuding thermo housing?
Unlike the previous R1 incarnations, you can't relocate easely the housing ans is hard plumbed to the engine blok...

Joao






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chockymonster

posted on 19/6/06 at 01:05 PM Reply With Quote
Joao,

cut the hard pipe in half.

Put a silicon hose between the 2 halves to move the thermostat to where you want it.

Paul

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GregMcN

posted on 20/6/06 at 09:07 PM Reply With Quote
Hi Joao

As far as I know we are the only 2 MNRs with 2002/3 R1 engines. My bonnet fits over the thermostat OK though not sure how much clearance i have and whether it will be a problem when I plumb in.

Cutting the metal pipe seems like a reasonable solution.

Cheers Greg

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chockymonster

posted on 20/6/06 at 09:16 PM Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by GregMcN
Hi Joao

As far as I know we are the only 2 MNRs with 2002/3 R1 engines. My bonnet fits over the thermostat OK


*cough, cough*

There's no way the stat on mine will clear the bonnet, it actually protrudes over the top chassis rail.

Chris Gamlin has done the same Top hose plumbing
Top hose plumbing

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