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Post by new2scooters on Mar 19, 2012 18:50:10 GMT -6
I had a "squeek" in the rear clutch of my QMB 50cc engine. I pulled the CVT to investigate but didn't really see anything broken or unusual. Bearings seemed smooth, not gritty, shoes were worn but still had pads, etc...I did put a little grease on the needle bearing rollers and lubed the clutch shoe pivots/springs to see if it would help but it didn't so I replaced the CVT with a new unit and the "squeek" is gone so obviously something was worn out.... My question is do I need to routinely service the CVT needle bearing with grease? If so, how often is recommended?
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Post by roketafan on Mar 19, 2012 20:34:53 GMT -6
I would say every 2000 on a 150 and 1000 miles on a 50 this way u can check belt wear and rollers
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Post by Bashan on Mar 20, 2012 5:22:55 GMT -6
The belt can squeek and the pads can squeek if they get glazed. If everything looks and operates OK I wouldn't worry about it except for normal maintenance. Rich
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Post by new2scooters on Mar 20, 2012 5:43:51 GMT -6
The belt can squeek and the pads can squeek if they get glazed. If everything looks and operates OK I wouldn't worry about it except for normal maintenance. Rich Thanks for the reply. What exactly is "normal" maintenance? What and when.....? Bill |
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Post by sprocket on Mar 20, 2012 14:08:22 GMT -6
I change my belt every spring and sand the pulleys with 200 grit emery cloth and deglaze the brake pads and clutch bell...Keep the old belt as a back-up...belts are useless after about 3 years the rubber dries out...
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Post by new2scooters on Mar 20, 2012 18:17:28 GMT -6
I change my belt every spring and sand the pulleys with 200 grit emery cloth and deglaze the brake pads and clutch bell...Keep the old belt as a back-up...belts are useless after about 3 years the rubber dries out... OK, maintenance timeline is noted and I certainly thank you for your input. Bill |
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Post by Bashan on Mar 21, 2012 13:55:27 GMT -6
I would say every 2000 on a 150 and 1000 miles on a 50 this way u can check belt wear and rollers [/b][/quote] I agree with this schedule, pull it apart and check everything at 2K and change the transmission oil. A seasonal eyeball like Sprocket said is a good idea too. I change my engine oil, check the air filter, and plug at 500 miles. If the oil looks or smells hinky when you check it...change it, it's 750ml, no big deal. There's a maintenance schedule for you, good luck. Rich |
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