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Started by Firehawk068, May 12, 2015, 10:31:58 PM

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Firehawk068

May 12, 2015, 10:31:58 PM
Upon checking my notes, I found that I have gone way to long on the current oil and filter.
I used full-synthetic Mobil-1 last time, but still went way beyond what I normally change it at. Way beyond!(shame on me!) :negative:

I got some fresh supplies.



Since I have to pull the Kerker system off to get to the drain plug, I decided to change the gaskets.
I also got new nuts to replace those factory barrel-nuts.



While I was at it, I also replaced the repeatedly-crushed o-ring on the filler cap.



All finished! :good:



While I was in the garage, I also put the new odometer reset knob boot on, that I had bought from Randy when I got the exhaust gaskets and stud nuts.
My original one had deteriorated, and was falling apart.
Alan H.
Denver, CO
'90 FJ1200

X-Ray

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May 13, 2015, 03:48:13 AM
 :good2:  Sweet as! It's good when you do some maintenance and you know it's done right !
'94 FJ1200 Wet Pale Brown
'93 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver
'84 FJ1100 Red/White

'91 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver ( Now Sold)
'92 FJ1200 Project/Resto Dark Violet/Silver (Now Sold)






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Capn Ron

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May 13, 2015, 05:44:16 AM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on May 12, 2015, 10:31:58 PM

While I was at it, I also replaced the repeatedly-crushed o-ring on the filler cap.




That's got to be the coolest o-ring spares setup I've ever seen!   :good2:
Cap'n Ron. . .


There are two types of people in the world...Those who put people into categories...and those who don't.

Firehawk068

#3
May 13, 2015, 04:42:39 PM
Quote from: Capn Ron on May 13, 2015, 05:44:16 AM
Quote from: Firehawk068 on May 12, 2015, 10:31:58 PM

While I was at it, I also replaced the repeatedly-crushed o-ring on the filler cap.




That's got to be the coolest o-ring spares setup I've ever seen!   :good2:

I've got more!  :good2:

Alan H.
Denver, CO
'90 FJ1200

Mark Olson

#4
May 13, 2015, 05:16:29 PM
sweet set up Alan , great to get something done.
Mark O.
86 fj1200
sac ca.

                           " Get off your ass and Ride"

Sabre093

#5
May 14, 2015, 11:21:37 AM
Finally did my oil change today too...I'm late this year do to modding the Mistress... :good:
2009 FJR 1300
1992 FJ 1200
1987 FJ 1200 Sold
1986 FJ 1200 Sold
1985 Venture Royale
1976 GoldWing
1986 FZ 750
1986 GPZ 900
1984 Honda Nighthawk S 750
1982 Honda Nighthawk 450

movenon

#6
May 14, 2015, 12:13:59 PM
Quote from: Sabre093 on May 14, 2015, 11:21:37 AM
Finally did my oil change today too...I'm late this year do to modding the Mistress... :good:

That's today's activity here.  Yesterday did a valve clearance check and checked the TQ on the cam covers and head.  Found 2 head bolts out of spec..  At any rate today is oil and filter change that's pretty much the last bit of work until after the Central rally.
George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

paulfj03

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May 14, 2015, 12:47:50 PM
Quote from: movenon on May 14, 2015, 12:13:59 PM


and checked the TQ on the cam covers and head.  Found 2 head bolts out of spec.. 
George

Thankyou, George. Thats something I dont think to do while I have the tank off... I'm afraid to check...  :biggrin:

Paul


movenon

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May 14, 2015, 04:05:45 PM
Quote from: paulfj03 on May 14, 2015, 12:47:50 PM
Quote from: movenon on May 14, 2015, 12:13:59 PM


and checked the TQ on the cam covers and head.  Found 2 head bolts out of spec..
George

Thankyou, George. Thats something I dont think to do while I have the tank off... I'm afraid to check...  :biggrin:

Paul

I just had the to end apart 500 miles ago, new rings, new gaskets etc.. I was just checking how it settled in.  All done now, new oil, filter, and carbs balanced.


The oil I removed was nice and clean so I will assume everything from the refurbish is good.  TQ on the head bolts is 25 ft lbs for those that want to check.
George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

paulfj03

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May 14, 2015, 06:39:24 PM
Quote from: movenon on May 14, 2015, 04:05:45 PM
Quote from: paulfj03 on May 14, 2015, 12:47:50 PM
Quote from: movenon on May 14, 2015, 12:13:59 PM


and checked the TQ on the cam covers and head.  Found 2 head bolts out of spec..
George

Thankyou, George. Thats something I dont think to do while I have the tank off... I'm afraid to check...  :biggrin:

Paul

I just had the to end apart 500 miles ago, new rings, new gaskets etc.. I was just checking how it settled in.  All done now, new oil, filter, and carbs balanced.


The oil I removed was nice and clean so I will assume everything from the refurbish is good.  TQ on the head bolts is 25 ft lbs for those that want to check.
George

Ahhhhh. ..followup re-torquing. Thats a big job... Good on ya.  .... Still, its a great reminder... ie: during an oil change check those pesky lower frame rail bolts, and any other nearby bolts/screws.

Paul

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