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I use wd40 to clean the chain after a ride/commute then wipe down with cloth, spray some wd and then add some chainlube. I do this every other week with the occasional additional lube in the week, depending on weather conditions. So far I have travelled 7k miles in sine the end of may with the bike completing a total of 14500 miles and would be expecting to change the chain within the next 2/3 months. Daily return commute 110 miles (95% motorway) - should really get a scottoiler
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GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
So, after 280 odd miles the bandit is no longer smoking from the engine. This is mainly after taking the cam cover off, cleaning, checking head bolts, applying sealant and snapping a banjo bolt for the cover!! Argh!!! Anyways, after a frantic search for a replacement I was able to ride the bike to work on Monday - with no issues. However, i have now noticed that the bandit is getting louder with the tappets. They where adjusted to Haynes manual suggestions (thickest feeler gauge size - 0.15mm for In and 0.25mm for Exh i think). What makes tappets tap? Is it the distance/gap, should they be the smallest gap? This would 0.10mm for In. I do need to change oil (looking quite dark), this gets done every 2 months/4000 miles. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
new head gasket and tensioner Maybe the o'rings etc? -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Look at it this evening (from 7pm onwards....fading light) and after about 10 mins the engine block started to smoke. But then the smoke died. However after a twists on the throttle the engine block started to smoke again.....on investigation it looks like oil is seeping from the front - middle/top of engine. Now...if this was the head gasket leaking , would this make the engine run rough? At present no smoke is coming out of exhaust on or off throttle and drives/rides ok. -
Yep, we will be going, not sure what day though.
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GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Update - engine back together, took majority of the day to do but managed to get the bike started at 2030 hrs. Got slightly worried when it wouldn't start after a few turns - turns out the carbs have 2 vacum pipes, 1 to the tank and the to the PAIR. My only other concern now is the engine block is smoking after about 5/10 mins from starting. I will check tomorrow during the day as it was daylight was fading. I suspect this is just oil/dirt etc.. that is burning off? -
You can always check http://www.Fuelly.com I know its a different bike I get 170 - 230 out of my GSF 600.
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GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
No sorry, defo will not hit piston - the other way I just dont wont to waste half day on rebuild to then find out, but you are the second person to say it should be ok/no difference. Thanks for your help, always good to get another opinion . -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Its not going in as far as the others. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
To me, its as if the insert has not been drilled in further enough to allow the plug to sit lower. At present, and if i fitted this, the engine would not run correctly as chamber 3 has a less/weak spark...being further away compared to other 3 sparks? -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
I've tried to be generous with the camera angle. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
I would say its about 2 - 4 mm different compared to the other 3 spark plugs. The other 3 plugs housing sit flush with cast with electrode out. The drilled hole plug makes the housing of plug sit under the casing thus making the electrode only sitting a few mm out of the chamber.....if that makes sense. Pictures dont really show it - but its the left hole/plug is the drilled one, which you can see just sits below the right one. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
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GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
The easy-out got to a point that I could not turn it any more. With no clamp or additional muscle power (i have small guns) the easy-out was stuck. Dont know what had happened to the previous spark plug but it was not shifting for me. Today, the head was ready for collection - collected by the old man with the old spark plug. However, I return home from work to start the rebuild and install the new plugs (all the same size etc). The drilled and inner plug now sits lower (not protruding as the other 3 chambers/pots). Now I'm slightly concerned if this will be ok? 3 sparks plugs protruding with electrode and tips but drilled spark plug now sit lower. Will try and upload some pics. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Update - Easy Out purchased and arrived but got it stuck Decided to take the head (with Easy Out) to Engine specialist in Carmarthen to help....now waiting for the phone call to say it's ready. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
The story so far: Cylinder 3 Tried to nudge the plug outer but am worried of damaging the bottom of the head....now ordered a bolt removal tool. Got a sore and enlarged thumb today as well.... time for some wine! -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Spark plug rubber things?? Where are these located...I have the head off but don't remember seeing any rubber things for the spark plugs. I did see rubber o'rings under head. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Right, the head is now off (came off yesterday PM). Sparkplug inner has been removed and now I'm waiting for an "easy out" tool bit to arrive - also that I'm in London until Wednesday PM. Other parts are now on order as well: Head Gasket Gasket for cam tensioner 4x new spark plugs All should arrive by Wednesday/Thursday....hoepfully. Do I need anything else???? Also, any advice on what to look out for during rebuild? Many thanks. Will try and upload some pics tonight. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Similar to the one in the picture, it needs to be a nice tight fit. Similar to this http://www.amazon.com/Pcs-Easy-Out-Scre ... B000W2950W -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Okay, thanks, what size would you recommend? I now have the head off and now only have the outer core of the spark plug. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Taking head off now - well....in the process of removing camshafts....scary stuff -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
If I was to purchase a Helicoil set what would be the MK size needed? Also, tempted to take the engine out then take head off, seems to be a lot of crap down the chamber - hoover at the ready. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Any advice on how to take the head off.....what I need to look out for etc? Haynes manual ready for reading tonight -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
Chamber is now soaking in WD40, will give it a go tomorrow with the chisel/screwdriver but access is limited. -
GSF 600 - Spark Plug snapped - bottom half in engine
chalkmyster replied to chalkmyster's topic in Pitstop
The better half https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2168611/2012-0 ... .14.17.jpg It could still work.....right????