I'm trying to install a Hawk driveshaft adapter on an '01 YZF R1. There is a recess on the adapter that the sprocket nut needs to fit in and the
recess is only a few mm larger than the nut so there is no way I can get a 36mm socket on there. Before I go searching for a different nut that will work, I
figured I would ask to see if someone else has any suggestions on where to find one. I'm sure I'm not the first to run into this.
Looks like I need to have the oil seal sleeve machined down too. Hopefully that doesn't mean opening up the tranny.
Thanks,
Hawk driveshaft adapter and 2001 YZF R1
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 Darcane |
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Posts: 4 (03/10/08 10:07 AM) |
Mike Lackey
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Tim F4 |
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Posts: 172 (03/10/08 12:54 PM) |
I had the same problem until I got a driveshaft adaptor from Dwarf Car Company in AZ for around $50. It consists of the actual sprocket with a ring welded to
it. The driveshaft bolts to this ring and there is PLENTY of room to get the socket in to tighten it. I ran it all last year with no problems whatsoever. I had
heard horror stories about people tightening the nut with a chisel, etc. I'm not sure if Hawk is aware of the problem, I would think they'd fix it if
they were.
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Posts: 551 (03/10/08 01:10 PM) |
Hey Tim: I have a heavy duty adaptor by EXTREME. It has a 17mm bolt and heavy washer and will not strip out like the HAWK. It is steel instead of aluminum.
They sell new for $50.00 new plus shipping by it is yours for $40.00 shipped. Vaughn at starterman96@aol.com
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Tim F4 |
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Posts: 174 (03/10/08 01:37 PM) |
Hey Vaughn, I don't need one, I already have one! Reread my post, I was telling Darcane what I did.
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starters96 |
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Posts: 552 (03/10/08 03:18 PM) |
Sorry Tim, I meant Darcane. Another option. Just trying to help. lol Vaughn
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Twister Chassis |
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Posts: 185 (03/10/08 03:21 PM) |
600 racing have heavy steel ones with the set screw. I think there $60-$65 I think
Twister chassis
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Darcane |
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Posts: 4 (03/10/08 10:37 PM) |
starters96 - email sent
Thanks for the help. I'll look into a different adapter before I go any farther.
Mike Lackey
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Posts: 5 (03/10/08 10:50 PM) |
The adapters from 600 racing... anyone know how many splines and what diameter shaft? Those are intended for an FJ1200, but I haven't figured out if they
have the same 30mm 13 spline shaft that the R1 has.
Mike Lackey
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Twister Chassis |
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Posts: 187 (03/11/08 08:21 AM) |
Yes 600 racing adapter for the F. J. will work on the r1 . For the hawk you can buy a spatial socket that is turned down. I think I got one
from snap on. And we have had a cheap socket turn down to fit the hawk adapters
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03/11/08 08:26 AM.
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Darcane |
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Posts: 6 (03/11/08 10:00 AM) |
Looks like I've got another option available to me. This morning I recieved an unexpected call from Hawk Machine. He stated that he was unaware of the
problem and that he only finds out about issues like this when customers report it to them. He graciously offered to build a prototype that should fit my R1
output shaft that would have sufficient clearance for a normal socket and send it to me free of charge.
I say the call was unexpected because I am so used to poor customer service these days that I hadn't even contacted them and talked to them about it yet. And really, I don't have any problems with the quality of the initial part, it's just that it doesn't easily bolt on to my application. Anyways, he went out of his way to track me down and call me. To say I'm impressed would be an understatement.
Mike Lackey
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Tim F4 |
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Posts: 177 (03/11/08 10:09 AM) |
Darcane, that is really cool. It's really nice to know there are still companies with good customer service.
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Invade Modlite Parts |
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Posts: 4 (03/11/08 10:24 AM) |
Yes,
Dave at Hawk Machine is a stand up guy. We need more people in the racing community like him. Invader Modlite Parts is proud to be a dealer for Hawk Machine CO. If anyone needs any Hawk Parts email me at Invaderparts@gmail.com or call me at (315) 243-9865. Call after 4:00 pm EST. Tommy Felicia |
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kasey2020 |
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Posts: 367 (03/11/08 01:27 PM) |
That is so refreshing to hear! That's why I love this site and it's sponsors. Good people trying to help each other out. Keep up the good work Hawk,
and everyone else who makes this board what it is.
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Posts: 913 (03/12/08 12:11 AM) Administrator |
Dave Is one of the original DCR sponsors! He is and will always be on of the best people you will ever deal with.
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Darcane |
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Posts: 7 (03/30/08 09:53 AM) |
Well, Dave made good on his word and the new adapter showed up about a week after he called me. It's been a busy couple of weeks for me, so I just now got
the new adapter installed. It fit perfectly and had plenty of clearance for the socket. I'm definately a happy customer!
Mike Lackey
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