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When I first saw that pic I automatically thought back to my BMX days for some reason

I mean, even if you dont ride much, how tough is it to start a bike every couple weeks or so :? Lets see some pics when you get a chanc!

In that second picture down, why does that car have "lice" on the side of it :-k ................... :stickpoke:

Id hit it.

During the summer, my temps (on o1) are in the mid 180's at highway/freeway speeds. I just did a trip a few weeks back on the freeway. I would say temps were between 50-60 F. and the temperature was pegged at 176 F. Only moved when I made a pit stop.

And there are also a lot more who would like to learn something new!

Cool, I was wondering the same thing. The one on my left lower all the way by the kickstand is shot. Looks like the chain oil took its toll on it :?

There is a good shop in town that has tinted the windows on both of my vehicles; they really do a good job. The point is, maybe take it to a local shop that tints windows You could get some seriously dark tint professionally done, and I am sure it would not cost too much. steve

That color will definetly please one particular member Randy, I noiticed you put a couple things (about your car and bike) below your name in a previous post. If you want to keep those things there permanently (like the stuff in mine and others' signatures), just go to the profile button on the top, and part way down it will say signature. Just add your stuff in teh box to the right and it will show up every time under your name. Steve

Ok. Thanks again. And yeah, will have plenty of stuff available for the antifreeze

:lmao: That was some funny shit man. I would nominate that for the next QOTW And yes, you will find that others have/did have this same problem. I only ride one up, so I will obviosuly let them answer as I have never had a problem with it.

Rich, Thanks a lot for posting that; always nice to get a second opinion. I saw the drain bolt for the cylinder head, but the picture is not too good in the manual that Joe posted. I mean, it cant be that hard to see it when the plastic is removed, right? I am sure it is the only bolt sticking out on the left front-side of the cylinder head, no? Also, did you keep the cylinder head bolt out when you did the blowjob, or did you put it back in and just leave the water pump drain bolt out? Thanks again. Steve

Well, this will be my first time doing this, so I did a search and read through all of the other posts concerning this topic. I also read Dale's FJR post about a thousand times Unfortunately, I did not gather all the information I needed on my initial search, so that is why I am posting this. To reiterate, this is my first time doing the coolant, and I am FAR from being a gearhead like many of the riders here :oops: So, go easy on me Ok, I have Dale's post up along with the manual (thanks Joe!). I have reread and looked at both many times, and I think I got it, but am hoping that anyone out there can correct me, or provide better advice/assistance where you see fit! From the looks of it, I have to remove both the left and right lowers. The right (as sitting on the bike) to access the radiator cap and siphon hose (for the reserve tank), and the left to access the water pump coolant drain and cylinder head drain bolt. I dont have my bike with me at the present time, but the cylinder head drain bolt appears to be on the left side kind of behind a bend in the lower radiator hose. Am I correct here (as the diagram is kind of sketchy to me)? Also, it says to replace the sealing washer; can I just get this at the dealership? I should also replace the sealhing washer on the coolant pump, no? If anyone has them, would they be so kind as to provide part numbers and sizes for these items? So it then looks like I need to replace the OLD drain bolts and washers and then do the blowjob action with the distilled water (as per Dale's article). I take it that I need to take out both drain bolts again, or just the water pump one? Ohh, I guess I am supposed to drain the reserve prior to the blowjob action. When the flush is done, just replace drain plugs (with the NEW washers) for the last time and fill coolant and reserve to the proper level, right? Then do the start and warm up followed by the throttle blips to get rid of any bubbles. Let cool and then check levels, and refill if necessary. Well, I think I got it all. Could anyone provide a tool/parts list if its not too much trouble? I would like to make just one trip to the dealership if possible. I think I know them all, but just want to be safe! Thanks a lot for any and all help 8) Steve

Thanks a lot man :wink:

I really would appreciate it; there are so many times when I need it!! I hope just providing a link to where I got it will work! Thanks. Steve

That looks really good Pete; really like the first picture 8)

Glad to hear you got her running! Very informative post and I learned a lot :wink: steve

I have to agree 100% here! Not many people mention them, but I think they are of superior quality. I have had my nice little (id say about 30-35 piece) ratchet set for about 12 years. I am using them ALL of the time for work on my cars, past/current bike, and everything else. Come in a nice black plastic container with clear plexi glass top. The ratchet and all the sockets and extensions are really top-notch; never an issue with them. Seeing all these tools reminds meof when I was in the Navy. I worked in a tool room and we had thousands of all kinds of tools Drawers of torque wrenches and micrometer sets.....very informative job; learned a shit-load. Very nice set-up you got going there Nik steve

Are we talking Hardly loud?

Every time I hear V-Max I think of "Re-Max(sp)" the real estate agency steve

Spot on! I take great pride in being apart of this site. I have been a member on a Mustang site for many years and use to like it. Now I just go there to piss people off because they are nothing but immaturekids. And the moderators are chomping at the bit to lock threads Another one. Joe (Rockme) sent out like $50 worth of shirts that I ordered last year and I sent out the money order before receiving them. I didn't even think twice about it :wink: There is no other site in which I would even think about doing that. I can never say how great this place is. Carlos, Joe and all the other moderators do a great job; and the members are the best :cool: steve

Are you sure it is not just the turbo that was installed by the previous owner :razz: :poke: Sorry, I could not help it :grin: I hope you are able to find and remedy the problem though. Steve

Well, I dont have a torque wrench unfortunately. Someone should be able to just go to Home Depot or Lowes and get one of these, correct? I am sure it is not just a specialty motorcycle washer. I will change it next time though, just to be safe :wink: Steve

Thanks Hobicus. Going to Schucks right now! Steve