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Post by tsimi on Mar 23, 2018 7:56:19 GMT -5
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Post by tsimi on Mar 23, 2018 8:04:44 GMT -5
There was no "original" Roost cylinder box or package, not a big deal though. It was all wrapped up in bubble plastic. No instruction manual, no install instructions, no info what so ever. And the screw cap that covers the hole (sensor hole? ) on the cylinder head was not included. Considering that I paid quite some money for this stuff and waited 5 months the least I expected was a manual with port maps, install instructions, squish info, peak power info, maybe even a recommended ignition setting. This is my first LC rodeo and a hyper race on top of that and no manual kinda.... sucks.  I contacted the store regarding that missing screw cap and manual story. Let's see what they say. All this Roost stuff is exciting and all but the experience acquiring one wasn't a real blast. And the missing info and manual is just bad coating on this. Guess next time I better stick with a Polini Evo or Malossi MHR with their bad English manuals but at least that is something. Wonder how the 2Fast cylinders are in this regard. |
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Post by 'O'Verse on Mar 23, 2018 8:46:46 GMT -5
 1st member with a genuine Roost cylinder.  I bet it's gonna give my Testa Rossa a run for its money when your done. Congratulations Tsimi. Well worth the wait. Ba-bye regular A/C cylinders, and other Scooters!  ... Ba-bye!
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Post by PIG on Mar 23, 2018 10:42:34 GMT -5
Looks awesome man, but ya that sucks there’s no manual or paperwork on the cylinder. My S6 r/t cylinder came with very detailed instructions and port layout.
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Post by benji on Mar 23, 2018 11:08:15 GMT -5
There was no "original" Roost cylinder box or package, not a big deal though. It was all wrapped up in bubble plastic. No instruction manual, no install instructions, no info what so ever. And the screw cap that covers the hole (sensor hole? ) on the cylinder head was not included. Considering that I paid quite some money for this stuff and waited 5 months the least I expected was a manual with port maps, install instructions, squish info, peak power info, maybe even a recommended ignition setting. This is my first LC rodeo and a hyper race on top of that and no manual kinda.... sucks. You don't need that stuff Tsimi. You got this. Squish at less than 1mm, torque the head down at 7-10 ft lbs, start your jetting fat. Just like usual haha, just mo' powa. |
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Post by tsimi on Mar 23, 2018 11:20:42 GMT -5
benji Yeah I know most hyper race stuff have similar settings. But I'll be damned if they are not able to include a damn manual or spec booklet for such a pricey product. And I would love to know how much squish "exactly" is recommended by Roost to get max performance out of it? 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9??? What about the ignition? How much and where should I grind off on the case? I know I can hold the gasket on and just mark the area but I just don't want to do it "just about" style. This is hyper race stuff. Sport cylinders are very forgiving this stuff is not. One mistake and kiss $400-500 dollars good-bye. Well, it doesn't surprise me now why there is so little information out there about those Roost cylinders. If they don't include any manuals with layouts, diagrams and numbers. I hope I was an exception otherwise Roost won't last long out there on the market.
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Post by benji on Mar 23, 2018 11:41:16 GMT -5
Remember to take a rubbing of the cylinder walls and measure the port timings if you can please! Oh, and maybe try emailing roost directly? roost.si/ |
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Post by Lucass2T on Mar 23, 2018 12:26:38 GMT -5
Beautiful!
And yeah what Benji says. Instruction manuals are for beginners, you're way beyond that man! You'll be alright, do the basic preparations and go from there.
Although it's nice to have a leaflet or something with some pics and numbers and stuff...
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Post by spaz12 on Mar 23, 2018 14:47:08 GMT -5
Good God that is sexy! Can't wait to see her run  |
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Post by benji on Mar 23, 2018 14:53:38 GMT -5
Beautiful! Although it's nice to have a leaflet or something with some pics and numbers and stuff... Right? Something that proves you bought it maybe haha? Like a warranty card... But still, it's cool. still do-able. |
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Post by benji on Mar 23, 2018 14:55:16 GMT -5
 Even weed comes in some sort of packaging these days. |
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Post by 190mech on Mar 23, 2018 16:35:09 GMT -5
Not if you grow your own....
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Post by Lucass2T on Mar 23, 2018 18:06:09 GMT -5
Watch out! I Don't think uncle Brent want these pics on his boards.
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Post by tsimi on Mar 23, 2018 18:19:40 GMT -5
Remember to take a rubbing of the cylinder walls and measure the port timings if you can please! I will. Port timings will have to wait though till I am at that stage of the build where I actually can ckeck them. |
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Post by tsimi on Mar 23, 2018 18:22:26 GMT -5
I received a message from the shop saying that it is recommended to put a temp sensor into the head. Well that is true still doesn't explain why there wasn't any screw cap on it. Also received a pdf page with data and install diagram for the previous gen/version. Should work for the new gen too but he'll check with Roost again to see if there are newer instructions available.  |
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1st member with a genuine Roost cylinder. 
I bet it's gonna give my Testa Rossa a run for its money when your done. Congratulations Tsimi. Well worth the wait. Ba-bye regular A/C cylinders, and other Scooters! 
... Ba-bye!
