85 tri-z engine...What's it worth?

[zmpolaristech]

I recently picked up a pair of tri-z's (85 & 85 1/2) and a spare 86 engine. Both bikes run, but the 85 definately needs more work than the 85 1/2. so, i was going to sell the complete running engine out of the 85, and keep the chassis for spare parts.Engine: .020 over, boyesen reeds, could use new clutch. I would like to keep the stator and fly wheel for my 86 project engine. so, what would be a good asking price for the complete engine? :wondering

[honda250sx]

hmm where are you at in southwesten ny? I cant be far from you

[zmpolaristech]

I am located in jamestown NY. about an hour and a half south of buffalo.

[honda250sx]

oh yeah right on. I go down to that snowmobile junkyard on fluvana st (spelling) a few times a year down there

[zmpolaristech]

Oh yeah... Deans snowmobile shop. You should come down and go riding some time this spring. so, were you interested in the motor? Or maybe give me a better idea on what it's worth? thanx

[J.D.]

I sold mine on ebay a couple of years back for about 250-270, don't remember exactly. It had a fresh topend, boyesen reeds, new crank seals, new waterpump impeller. Only problems were the clutch cover was cracked on the top right corner and the shift shaft was stripped out.

[erikb45]

i would say about 250 for that motor. are you selling any other parts from the z's if so pm me. i need rear plastics and some other stuff. post some pics we like pics :beer

[zmpolaristech]

OK, herei s an update. i tore into the 86 engine (the spare) tonight... not good. turns out i can't get rid of the other 85 engine because i am going to need ALOT of parts out of it for the 86 project engine. the kicker gear came apart at one time and pretty much destroyed alot of expensive stuff. I decided tonight that i am going to keep, and build, both tri-zs. two is always better than one... right? I'll get some pics up soon. thanx guys.