[PeterJ]

Originally Posted by SS5150

Ok guys I finished my Command 18 swap on my 782, and it seems to be running pretty well, but I've got a few questions/issues.

1) My engine has a mechanical pump on the left side valve cover. My side shield contacts it when installed. Could I use a pump from, say my 1861? It has a pump on the back side of the firewall. Then I'm thinking I can get a standard type valve cover & eliminate my clearance issue?

2) I used a generic aftermarket throttle cable, and adapted it to a throttle lever from an 1811. Basically the entire lower 1/2 of the throttle travel does very little- all the rpm adjustment is in the upper 1/2 of the travel- anyone have a cable recommendation? I have a WF, QL, and the 2185 cable, and none of them are long enough, and the OEM 782 cable is too short as well. Additionally, if I pull the throttle down quickly after WOT it'll backfire. If I gradually bring it down it's fine.

3) Anyone have a tach recommendation? I tried using the inductive pickup on my DVOM, but I don't think it's working (my DVOM/or pickup). Seems as though it is getting rated rpm (based on seat of the pants/cut quality/engine power & response) but this thing is quite a bit quieter than the old KT17II, and I'd like to verify where it's at.

Other than these things I'd say I'm pretty happy with the swap. Sounds way cooler than the KT. Seems to handle the 50C pretty well too. Thanks for the help.

Do you have any pictures that you could share?