Fan shroud and clutch bell rubbing

[Hendo67]

N5C/ OS55- new build
The front of the fan shroud is sitting about 1/2mm higher than the back which is causing it to rub on the clutch bell. The carb is very close if not touching the fan shroud- possibly holding it up. I'm planning to relieve it a little hoping it might help, but doubtful since the front mounting bolts are in. Has anyone else ran into this? If so what is the cause and the solution?

[p johnston]

No doubt that its a tight fit in there. I did find that I had to trim the fan shroud a bit to get it to clear the carb intake. Do this first and then see if it fits properly.
If not take a look and engine alignment. The clutch stack is probably tilted a little toward the tail. This would look like the shroud is up higher in the rear.

Let us know if this helps
Paul

[Tommy Wagner]

there is some adjustment on the fan schroud it will move front and back and a little up and down. hope this helps

[Hendo67]

Thanks guys- I'll give both a shot.

[Hendo67]

It actually was a combination of 3 things done incorrectly and 1 modification.

1. The fan shroud did need a little trimming at the carb opening.
2. The engine/ clutch stack was tilted a little.
3.  I didn't squeeze the starter coupler and start shaft together before tightening the grub screw.
4. The real head slapper.... I didn't put the engine shims in correctly.

It's all sorted now and looking like it should.

On another note- I'm enjoying this build about as much as my Kasama. Very high quality parts and excellent fit (if done right!).

[p johnston]

  Good to here!

[Ross Lawton]

Good to hear you got it sorted! 

[Tommy Wagner]

Good deal now get out there and break that baby in pics vids

[Hendo67]

I'm itching to get it done and go flying, but it's a little chilly up here in Minnesota. Forget dumb thumbs- now its numb thumbs! Hopefully we will get a break in the winter weather sometime in March.