ttr230 from hell (Florida)

MercMenace

Mountain Man
Apr 27, 2014
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Bought an 06 ttr230 for 500 bucks sight unseen. Hoping for a cheap quick flip.

Motor was seized. When I got it home I took the head off. Got the piston freed and took off the jug. No problem so far.

Pulled the side covers off to inspect flywheel and clutch. This is what I found.





 
My best guess is that it is a combo of sand, sea water and oil. It is nasty as all hell.

Oddly enough all the bearings spin smooth and are rust free. At least from the outside. Won't know til I split the cases.

Guess my cheap flip will be a full restoration. Hope I like a 230 4 stroke. Lol.
 
Then add sand and salt to the mix and you get the leftovers from a baby goose with an intestinal parasite.

The smell!!!! *heave*