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Post by steelblade on Nov 1, 2014 15:05:52 GMT -6
Alright, if you look back at the first photo, you will see the overflow tank right to the left of the stripped screw.
This is important, because I canNOT access said tank without removing said screw. I CAN do this, I have the 'reverse' drill bits for doing just that but it looks very much like this is a 'programmed' service call. Something easy to do that is deliberately made difficult in order to generate service fees.
I'm contacting SYM on this.
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Post by steelblade on Oct 30, 2014 12:50:52 GMT -6
Why didn't I invent that a couple decades ago?  |
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Post by steelblade on Oct 30, 2014 10:06:53 GMT -6
The screen plug is mostly clear, but not completely. The center stand is the one that's in the way. I immediately thought of using the other but it makes no difference; the stand is in the way up or down. Maybe less while up, but not much. I was looking at the wrong light. I'll check again after work. I also have some missing body screws, but can't seem to find out what size they are. I took one in to the Lowe's to try and compare, but just couldn't be sure. No luck on the SYM site. Now to refill the water lever on Saturday. Hopefully no more drama. |
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Post by steelblade on Oct 30, 2014 9:27:44 GMT -6
Changed the oil last night. It was dark but not too bad with a flash light. Only real problem was something built in, daylight wouldn't have helped.
The kickstand is in the way of the oil flow. When you take out the oil drain bolt, it splashes directly on the kickstand. Which means 15-20 shop towels on the ground to soak up the mess.
Next time I'll spend the $60. Unless I can find a less expensive place closer.
The oil change light seems to still be on. Does anyone know about that?
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Post by steelblade on Oct 28, 2014 16:44:38 GMT -6
Yeah, the vid was clear, just time consuming. Since Im just refilling some lost fluid it shouldn't take as long as it shows, there.
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Post by steelblade on Oct 28, 2014 14:19:06 GMT -6
Yeesh! Vespa Dallas wants $60 for an oil change! And $125 for the radiator to be flushed and filled! It that high? Or is it just me?
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Post by steelblade on Oct 28, 2014 13:00:12 GMT -6
Right you are. Not sure the filter was done, or even the oil was changed at purchase.
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Post by steelblade on Oct 27, 2014 15:49:29 GMT -6
There is the video I mentioned.
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Post by steelblade on Oct 27, 2014 8:24:57 GMT -6
The oil shouldn't take long, but I need daylight. I think it'll hold out for Friday or Saturday. I was going to do it this last weekend but time didn't allow. Found a video on changing the water, don't have to take off the front but WILL have to 'pull' a bit to access the radiator. I bought a real live tarp this time. $8, large enough to cover and I use $1 store carabiners to hold it on. Fully covered! |
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Post by steelblade on Oct 26, 2014 19:52:58 GMT -6
Saw a vid online. just to access the overflow tank I have to remove 16 screws and the bag hook. Too late to do it tonight, but I will look into a local shop and let them do it.
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Post by steelblade on Oct 26, 2014 19:27:14 GMT -6
Mine doesn't open like that.  |
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Post by steelblade on Oct 26, 2014 19:20:46 GMT -6
It's water cooled, and I plan on changing the oil next weekend.
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Post by steelblade on Oct 26, 2014 16:44:37 GMT -6
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Post by steelblade on Oct 26, 2014 16:39:19 GMT -6
But I can't get the body work open to access it. There are 2 screws underneath next to the front wheel that are stripped, and it seems deliberate. Is there another way to access the radiator to put more water in?  |
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