Hey Freddie: You running that 60 wt oil in the engine or trans? From your post I assume it is in the engine, but I was thinking of something like that for the...
I've been thinking about oils myself and I don't even have my bike yet. After break in the engine definately gets synthetic, possibly Mobil 1, possibly BMW's...
I wouldn't use synthetic oil in a CJ (or a BMW for that matter) Yes, you will destroy your seals in no time. Plus CJs use oil. You don't mind topping off...
Hey Phil, Yes, I'm still running single 60 wt. oil in the engine of my grey bike. I haven't had any problems since San Jose, California climate allows me to...
Then it should be interesting to see what happens when I run mine on synthetics. I'll take your advice and break it in on straight 40 dino Fred. Remember the...
I have been using synthetics in my bike for 3 years and I don't think it has caused any problems. seals seem OK, i can't say if it has helped any, but i get it...
i live in new jersey, and i ride it quite a bit, mostly in the hot summer months, it is a solo so i don't have the weight of the side car, i put the time in to...
Thanks, I'll look for the pix. I was figuring on isolating the carbs a bit but I have ordered Mikunis and I'm not sure if they are as prone to the problem. ...
yo Jim, where you getting synthetic oil for $6.00 a quart ? I pay $9.00 to $10.00, even when I buy it in the big gallon jugs. and I swear by the stuff. of...
I'll be using synthetics also as soon as the rings seat a little more. As far as the Germans using synthetics. the Germans and Japanese were running all kinds...
Just goes to show how long it's been since I last used synthetic oil. I was racing back then. Regds, Jim ... to $10.00, even when I buy it in the big gallon...
Do CJs have roller bearing bottom ends, like the Urals/Dneprs? Here's an extract from a Dnepr & Ural guide I found a while ago (I don't remember where -...
These guys have thier own axe to grind but rear the motorcycle oil white paper for fun. Regards, Richard ... From: cdfps750 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com> To:...
My understanding is that modern motorcycle multigrades are designed with roller bearing wear in mind. This may not have been the case years ago. Regards, ...
yea the tittle of "hey Clay" when dealin with synthetics was a misnomer..why heck..I don't like fake anything...I don't even like fake brea....well if they are...
Some aftermarket oil temp meters have adapters that is M14 x 1.5 on the outside... ... From: siggybarbarian To: thechangjiangexperience@yahoogroups.com Sent:...
Ahhh! Those pictures bring back fond memories of my Dad's circa 1950 Triumph upon which I spent dozens of happy hours on a pillion cushion attached to the rear...
Several weeks ago, actually around Nov. 19, I received another CJ from Mr. Li http://www.750sidecar.com also known as the " Great Chinese 750 Sidecar Web...
I have burned 2 exhaust valves in the last 3 years, both on the left side. I had all 4 valves replaced and the seats done by a machine shop about 12,000kms...
If it were my bike I'd increase the valve clearance and be sure to use the large oil pan for increased cooling. I'd also want to be sure I compensated for the...
Hy guys i was searching for a drawing of the electric wires in the head light i tried cju but did not see it if you could give me the link or a drawing it...
