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Post by DaveC on Apr 12, 2013 10:37:09 GMT -5
I can help you with the grease question after a little research for a high drop point grease [melting point] I found Lucas Red "N" Tacky 540 degree drop point can get it at auto zone. Kool I had one of them mini grease guns, but can't find it. May be time to get a new one specifically for the scoot. Autozsone loves me, and my 10% discount Thanx |
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Post by DaveC on Apr 12, 2013 10:23:12 GMT -5
I can't see a trunk making any significant difference in speed on anything under 50/60 MPH.
Seriously, does anyone think that a trunk is gonna slow ya down when you're on a 50cc scoot?
Just put the damn thing on, use it as you will, and ride.
The drag coefficient ain't gonna make no difference on a 50cc scoot gong 24 MPH
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Post by DaveC on Apr 12, 2013 10:06:51 GMT -5
Alley - this is a question for you As I had mentioned, I believe the four larger bolts (top of the axle on attached pic) need to be loosened, then the 4 eye bolts (below the axle) need to be adjusted, equally, to loosen the chain. My questions is: should the rear end be off the ground, to reduce any tension/pressure, or should the rear end be on the ground? Or does it make any difference? Also, I see a greese zerk in the middle of the differential/housing. Can I assume Chinese grease is as bad as chinese oil, and slam some grease in there? Is there any way to tell when enuf grease is in there? I know, too many questions, but I wanna get this thing right BEFORE I strarting putting some serious miles on it. And, making everything is tight/solid/lubricated as it should be to prevent any premature breakdowns. Other than that, I do like the bike and hope to ride as soon as it quits raining Tanks Dave Attachments:
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 21:36:34 GMT -5
Here's a pic of the new bike! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Nice good job |
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 21:29:55 GMT -5
Awesome but how often do you have to adjust the chain? My guess is initially, and monitor for potential stretching, then twist n go. |
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 20:09:44 GMT -5
Next Project: Yea, I think the chain is too tight. It has like no movement at all, and it should be like 3/4 in. I THINK i can see where there are 4 heavy duty bolts that can be loosened, and I see 4 eye bolts that appear to be adjustable to bring the swing arm IN to loosen the chain a bit. Pics, when I get back to the geerege and start that task. Unlewss , you, alley, can confirm or deny my hypotheses. , what ya think old man??? (LOL) Alley Thanx for confirming Tomorrows project Got the time while awaiting registration Dave You got it BRO right on the money  Alleyoop |
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 14:39:05 GMT -5
That sucks $15,000 / 80 = 187.50 Not a bad price for a MC engine Stored at your expense destroyed or returned. Seems you lose eihter way. Good luck and I hope you prevail yup thats about the price we pay for each engine. But thats because we buy a certain required amount. Agreed, buy in bulk for a better discount. Yea, what was the problem? There goes US and China business relations!!! (LOL) |
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 14:32:30 GMT -5
thought I'd post a pic of my real trike, vs the dealer foto (In the background you can see the wrecked magna I was riding when I had my accident. A constant reminder to always wear a helmet) And, I'm getting a candy apple red modular full face Sat. Attachments:
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 14:30:31 GMT -5
thought I'd post a couple pics of my reaql trike, vs the dealer foto
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 14:29:03 GMT -5
Next Project:
Yea, I think the chain is too tight.
It has like no movement at all, and it should be like 3/4 in.
I THINK i can see where there are 4 heavy duty bolts that can be loosened, and I see 4 eye bolts that appear to be adjustable to bring the swing arm IN to loosen the chain a bit.
Pics, when I get back to the geerege and start that task.
Unlewss , you, alley, can confirm or deny my hypotheses.
, what ya think old man??? (LOL)
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 14:21:14 GMT -5
Then, I look for the Trans Fill Plug. I look everywhere, except where it said on the side of the engine "OIL .75L" But, if you notice, it's right behind that dern plate. And an open end 17mm didn't work, nor did a box end 17mm, so I went to get a crows foot. Didn't have just one, so had to get the set. Oh well., may need em later in life. But, that didn't work either. Eventually, I had to cut open an area from the plate, around the fill plug, to get a 17mm socket in there. What a PITA. But, where there's a will.... so, now next time it'll be a whole lot easier. Next Project!!!! Attachments:
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 13:53:08 GMT -5
after having looked a little further, what to my wondering eyes should appear but: :a sign from above sayng' DRAIN PLUG' ---> Attachments:
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 13:52:32 GMT -5
after having looked a little further, what to my wondering eyes should appear but: :a sign from above sayng' DRAIN BOLT' --->
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 13:51:14 GMT -5
I've got my new 300cc Icebear Zodiac the other day and been going thru it to make sure all is as it should be and to familiarize myself with the undrpinings of the beast while I await the papework to get it registered. I did the engine oil change with ease, but then moved on to the trans/rear gear/rear end oil change. Looked underneath (after having looked all over) for the drain plug. But, I see two drain plugs. Question now is which one is the trans drain plug. Attachments:
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Post by DaveC on Apr 10, 2013 12:21:30 GMT -5
in lean
out rich
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