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Title: upgrading the engine sprocket 98' 500E
Post by: robb472 on August 09, 2011, 05:27:38 AM

It's time for a new chain so both sprockets getting done as well. I would like to go up a tooth or two on the front to increase speed at lower RPM but I'm not sure if I can get the larger sprocket without having to change out the drive shaft creating a whole new project! can anybody shed some light? To be more specific, where might I find a 17-18 tooth sprocket that would fit the stock driveshaft? what cross-model and year would I look to if necessary?

Title: Re: upgrading the engine sprocket 98' 500E
Post by: the mole on August 09, 2011, 05:33:05 AM

I went from the standard 16 tooth to a 17, didn't even have to change the chain length.

Title: Re: upgrading the engine sprocket 98' 500E
Post by: robb472 on August 09, 2011, 05:59:58 AM

Thanks Mole, I at least now know it can be done.

Title: Re: upgrading the engine sprocket 98' 500E
Post by: gsJack on August 09, 2011, 06:06:24 AM

http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=47925.msg566400#msg566400

Title: Re: upgrading the engine sprocket 98' 500E
Post by: robb472 on August 09, 2011, 07:25:18 AM

Jack, the link is perfect! thanx... :thumb:

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