new to site. anybody ever install a 540 srv motor in an exciter chassis, '77-'81? would think it would be a noticable power increase and a pretty fast sled when done. foresee any issues with install? thanks
opsled
Active member
Completely different engine mounting systems so you will have to fab all of that. Spark plugs and fan tower will be poking through the hood when you're done.
Phazer/Exciter hybrid engine is a much better choice. More power than a stock SRV, fits like a glove and look OEM if done right.
opsled
Phazer/Exciter hybrid engine is a much better choice. More power than a stock SRV, fits like a glove and look OEM if done right.
opsled
thats what i was looking for, thanks. any write ups on the phazer/exciter hybrid?
I have the 540 mounted in my SS440 chassis which is lighter than the SRV . It looks factory and surprises quite a few people. Since they think it is a 440. I plane on putting dual flatslides and performance pipe next.
opsled
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I don't know of any step by step write ups but here is a thread from Vintage sleds with some pics that will give you an idea of whet the final could look like.
Basically here is the deal.
Exciter 440 bottom end. The top of the crankcase must be flycut (opened up) to allow the Phazer cylinders to drop in (Phazer sleeves are slightly larger in OD). Easy job.
Phazer cylinders can then be used but some of the cooling fins must be trimmed to match the Exciter cylinders so the Exciter tin work will fit. The cylinder mounting holes on the Phazer cylinders must also be bored out to match the Exciter. Again these are not hard jobs. Lastly the Exciter head needs to be cut to match the Phazer bore diameter. The Exciter head is used to match the tins and spark plug holes in them.
You then use the Phazer intake/carbs or some like to used Vmax 500/600 flatside carbs as they are just a better carb. SRX 440 airbox and an Aaen Phazer pipe and you will has an approximately 70hp Exciter that looks like the factory built it.
Real cool and real fun ride.
opsled
my 86 srv has dual 38mm flats with a reichards pipe. i have no problem keeping up with buddys l/c 600's. had to swap an xtra 10 rear skid to help. fyi, there is a couple srv pipes and a set of duals with intakes on vintage sleds right now for sale. i believe they have a reichards, dg and a psi pipe, $200 each shipped.
that would be a bad *** sled
Eric_04
New member
How much power would be possible with some porting with this setup? I am considering doing this, would like to use it for the vintage 660 ft drag races around here. With pipes, some porting, and 36 flatslides, would 80 hp be out of the question? I dont know the potential of phazer cylinders, I have never seen a set. I would like it to have the potential to run mid 80s in 660 feet. Only problem is I think thats asking for quite a bit for this setup. I would really like to get a gpx 433, but the prices are through the roof on them.
opsled
Active member
Thought I posted a link to a thread with some pics? Maybe I forgot or maybe it got deleted as it is on another forum.
Here it is. Cool sled.
http://vintagesleds.com/bs/index.php/topic,37749.msg437943.html#msg437943
Many ways to do this but basically any level of Phazer hp is available in an Exciter with the addition of the Phazer top end.
I know 80 hp is available from a Phazer. Trailable?? Pushing it.....
70,, yes.
opsled
Here it is. Cool sled.
http://vintagesleds.com/bs/index.php/topic,37749.msg437943.html#msg437943
Many ways to do this but basically any level of Phazer hp is available in an Exciter with the addition of the Phazer top end.
I know 80 hp is available from a Phazer. Trailable?? Pushing it.....
70,, yes.
opsled