@@Powerbrickperformance Ya, i'm rebuilding a R1100RS with much of the parts of a R1150RS (gearbox, swing arm, wheels, brakes, front fork) and a telelever "wishbone" of R1150 rockster, a final drive of a R1150GS. to have more acceleration.
Yes we cure the paint using heat prior to assembling the engine. This only applies to the cylinders and engine head. the rest is powder coated and does not require curing.
Before we start the painting process, our engines are overhauled professionally to restore cylinder walls, replace piston rings and bearings, surface the head and restore valve seals. This is outsourced and once the engine comes back, we install cams, timing chain and followers. I am planning to do a video on this later!
