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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 13, 2015 16:05:53 GMT -6
crwford Good question! I don't know! Probably, California has a problem with EVERYTHING.
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by: olivertwisted - Nov 13, 2015 16:00:25 GMT -6
Post by olivertwisted on Nov 13, 2015 16:00:25 GMT -6
rapidjim , And you deserve SO much more than the thanks, and warm and grateful thoughts going your way for the sacrifice of self and risk that you decided upon ... "There is no greater love than that one would sacrifice himself for another". And those whom recognize love, know yours. It was a tragedy, the shame associated with Vietnam that was displaced onto our Vets. May we remember where any shame truly belongs, with those whom would misuse their position to carry out hidden and selfish goals. May we work against it, and always remember where the gratitude belongs. Keep heart Jim, and stow in it the awareness that , even those that once were deceived in past, are no longer deceived, and are with you !
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 12, 2015 18:15:48 GMT -6
Haha, cyborg! I just saw your reply  I'm starting the sand-down right now so I searched "Paint" and came back across this. Yup, that's where I'm keepin' the bodies nowadays!  |
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 12, 2015 7:02:30 GMT -6
Okie doke, thanks again Alleyoop. That's more like what I was originally thinking. I probably will use his idea of heating the gear in the oven first since, I don't have a torch. Good thing that I don't have a wife to upset when I take my toaster oven out to the yard with me  As for tightening the bolt, I will use a combination of what you suggest and also reinforce my hold by reversing the direction of the setup I rigged to hold the variator and use my torque wrench. I read to torque it at about 25 Ft Lbs. I'm thinking RED loctite too. |
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 11, 2015 20:40:59 GMT -6
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by: olivertwisted - Nov 11, 2015 15:58:07 GMT -6
Post by olivertwisted on Nov 11, 2015 15:58:07 GMT -6
EXACTLY! With all of this increased buzz about veterans in Washington these days, I hope some of them actually mean it and work hard to finally show some honor to those whom have shown it for us! Thank you!
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 11, 2015 15:38:13 GMT -6
AHA!!! Simple as that! I laid it back on ya, richardv !I tried to lay one on you, Alleyoop but it says I have to wait till tomorrow, lolol! Oh boy, I sure hope that "Lay one on" means what I think it does, lolol! HA, cyborg ! Thanks, guys! |
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 11, 2015 2:20:07 GMT -6
Of course, when I use the search box and type in "Pistons", I get a barrage of posts to sort from, lol! I can't seem to track down an explanation for what they are. I clicked on it to see what I might see and was notified in a pop-up that I can't give or take them, even though it is noted near the "Give, Take" |
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 11, 2015 2:03:45 GMT -6
I stand complimented richardv , thank you! I appreciate you all so much too, and appreciate our differences . You wouldn't believe how many times I couldn't understand something, until my brother put it to me, in his words. For some reason, he and I think alike in many areas Let me get outta here, before I start hugging everybody! Lol! |
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 10, 2015 19:58:18 GMT -6
That kickstart gear just comes off of the shaft with a puller,yes? then I should be able to tap it back with a large socket or something, with the punch mark horizontal on the right side until it seats, and no grease? I've looked for a video but haven't found a one that deals with more than aligning the gears . Can anyone confirm ? Tanks! |
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 10, 2015 19:52:20 GMT -6
Ha! I see that "Diehard" Alleyoop is chiming in and typing quite a bit, even after hand surgery Lol, yeah, Florida |
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 10, 2015 19:38:49 GMT -6
rosiemoto, Until now, I've never had to think of DOT4 fluid. I understand that it has a higher boiling point which, is good. You can mix small amounts of DOT3 and DOT4 . I'm not sure what is in there now but,just bleed thoroughly till you are sure you have mostly DOT4 in there then, stick with that from here on.
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 10, 2015 19:34:39 GMT -6
rosiemoto , 1/4 inch is fine, as long as you can fit it tightly on the end of the bleeder nipple. You don't want it to slip off while the bleeder is open because it could suck air in instead of fluid, and you'll have to bleed that air out. Try a small zip tie if you have one, to keep it tight on there. When you pull that rubber cap off of the top of that fitting, you should see a nipple with a hole in the center, and that's the one! It is preferable that you use the soap and a rag / lightly toothbrush, on your painted areas. The cleaner won't do any great immediate damage but can discolor and degrade the finish. Just never use anything harsher than it takes to do the job. You DO want to use the cleaner on your rotors to remove brake dust and road grime. Oil transfers from the road and reduces friction that you need for stopping. Yup! My reservoirs look like that too, the weather gets to them!
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 10, 2015 16:32:09 GMT -6
rosiemoto, You're welcome . I'm still learning TONS in here too You got it yes, do the soapy water wash (Thorough but, not rough, around the edges of the pistons, where the rubber seals live) then, hit em it with brake parts cleaner Also, as in the video that Alleyoop posted above, DO take your time getting the screws off of the master cylinder. I bought what Alleyoop calls a "Rust Animal". lol! The screws hadn't been out of it in, well forever! What I needed to do was hold my screwdriver in the screw heads and smack the hammer down into them (smack em once then, see if they will turn, repeat)until it loosened up any crud that surrounded and froze them into place. You could also trace the heads with a razor blade to loosen it. I think, on one screw, I had to actually use the hammer directly and flat on top of the screw (No screwdriver) but, just increase pressure until it works, and don't hit it with the edge of the hammer, flat. You don't want to hit so hard that you crack the lid, either. It's very possible that you won't have any trouble at all, getting yours off. As far as fluid level goes, I didn't notice any markers in mine but, mine are pretty old looking right now. It seems that about 1/4 inch from the top was about where I topped mine. If you're very nervous about spilling, wrap a small towel around the handlebar or even hang a small cup or something, (Surround and cradle the master cylinder with it but leave access open to the top) to catch any drips or , in case of overflow. You always want to be sure that your reservoir (Master cylinder) does not run dry either because then air will be in the line and bleeding the line again will be unavoidable. You really should bleed them every time you service your brakes, and any time you feel a loss of hydraulic pressure in the brakes. You can do this
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Post by olivertwisted on Nov 10, 2015 4:06:24 GMT -6
rosiemoto, it's normal to fear what we are unfamiliar with yet, brake fluid isn't particularly dangerous. You may have heard or read many warnings about being VERY careful not to spill it, but the reason for that is because it eats paint. There is no particular danger to you. Just treat it as you would any other chemical, in regards to not leaving it on the skin for long periods. Although, countless times, while working on my vehicle , I have had plenty of it on me up to my elbows for longer than I cared to, without any ill effects. So, take courage. You can do this without fear, just don't get it on your paint Also, I would have to 2nd Alleyoops assessment that you are probably hearing your "Wear indicators" that exist for specifically that reason, to squeal and get your attention when your pads have worn out. Do as the video that you posted shows to remove the "calipers". You asked... " (So from what I understand from the video, you take it all off, clean the big metal piece (called...?)", that metal encasement is called the " Caliper". It encases the pistons that are pushed by the brake fluid pressure behind them (When you plunge the fluid with the brake lever) they then push against the brake pads to press them against your rotors (like a rotor sandwich !), causing enough friction to stop your scoot.) and when you have the pads removed ,assess if they have any wear left to them (Post a pic in the forum if you are unsure). Also, always check that your brakes are operating correctly afterward before "Hittin' the road" again. The worst that could happen in general is that if your fluid level gets too low, you could suck air into the system and need to "Bleed" the brake line to remove it. A small hassle, that is not overly complicated. Spraying the calipers down with cleaner is not that risky. It's just that such cleaners can be drying to rubber seals around the pistons. When you clean around the pistons just be sure not to ever use anything sharp or hard, a toothbrush is fine. Bleeding brakes/changing fluidYou wont want or need to go this far but, good references here... Brakes, major servicing
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I'm starting the sand-down right now so I searched "Paint" and came back across this. Yup, that's where I'm keepin' the bodies nowadays! 
As for tightening the bolt, I will use a combination of what you suggest and also reinforce my hold by reversing the direction of the setup I rigged to hold the variator and use my torque wrench. I read to torque it at about 25 Ft Lbs. I'm thinking RED loctite too.