Top end undertaking

Posted by nilsthenomad on
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Well I've been plagued with problems lately on my '81 750K and after a somewhat extensive carb problems I have lost compression in cylinders 2&3. Consequently, I have managed to deduce from friends and posts on this site that I'm most likely going to have to tackle my valves, rings etc. This would be my first of any such undertaking and while I'm mechanically savvy, I have zero experience with this kind of work. I spoke to my Honda mechanic and he quoted me about $500-$700 just in labor, which is something I can't afford to dish out for right now. My question is: Is valve and ring replacement something that is relatively easy to undertake with limited experience? I have the shop manual and have studied it, but unfortunately it's still a little vague and limited with certain points. Any recommended sources (videos/step-by-step guides) to this kind of work? Looking for any advice or suggestions. Thanks!