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Post by FrankenMech on Oct 3, 2022 11:03:37 GMT -5
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Post by milly on Oct 3, 2022 12:02:22 GMT -5
Who used the long ass screws?[/quote]
Um, um me. ☹️ when I changed the lenses over but had originally been put in one the first scooter by the previous owner.
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Post by aeroxbud on Oct 3, 2022 14:53:09 GMT -5
On that's not good Milly
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Post by milly on Oct 3, 2022 15:24:54 GMT -5
Indeed it wasn't just going to look at the link FrankenMech posted see if I can get it over here.
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Post by FrankenMech on Oct 3, 2022 19:22:22 GMT -5
Try looking for teks buildex #21404 roofing screws with neoprene washers. www.hardwareandtools.com/itw-buildex-21404-teks-drill-point-roofing-screws-9-by-1-1-2-inch-metal-to-wood-neoprene-washer-100-pack-ejla-9083.htmlUse that with a heavy coat of the Aviation form a gasket. The neoprene will hold up to petrol and I know the Aviation sealer will.
BTW, use SHORT screws and panel clips when you put the indicators back on. Check for clearance and any fuel tank or plastic movement that could puncture the tank. Could be a hazard in a crash.... You should be able to get some sort of neoprene washer sealing screws over there. The #9 by 1-1/2" screws are long but could be shortened. PM me if you can't find any and I will send you a dozen or so.
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Post by jackrides on Oct 4, 2022 15:27:20 GMT -5
FrankenMech, do you have experience with the Permatex Aviation form-a-gasket? Do you think it squeeze thin enough to be used between engine cases that clamp ball bearings?
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Post by FrankenMech on Oct 4, 2022 18:55:37 GMT -5
I have had experience with using it since 1975 on engine intakes and seals but not on your application. I think there are specific sealants for that application used on motorcycles and stuff. As to whether it would squeeze thin enough, -it is a liquid material so it probably would if enough pressure was used but I could not guarantee the result. When sealants sqeeze out they make little bubbles or balls that can clog passageways which is why sealants are never used on carbs. Use the stuff that is made to use as a crankcase seal (maybe Yamabond?).
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Post by chiph411 on Oct 4, 2022 21:51:10 GMT -5
My Black Widow hydraulic cycle lift came in this weekend but weather here on the coast has not been very cooperative in getting it assembled and up and running. Wanted the lift since my 72 yr old body is not as flexible as it used to be. Hopefully it will make working on my Roughhouse a bit more comfortable.
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Post by milly on Oct 5, 2022 9:48:03 GMT -5
Removed old tank awaiting the new one now. No more long screws for indicators.
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Post by FrankenMech on Oct 5, 2022 13:01:46 GMT -5
The screws with washers could not be used to seal the holes?
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Post by jackrides on Oct 5, 2022 15:05:05 GMT -5
FrankenMech, Thanks for the background! I've always used Kawasaki Bond for that, as I learned in K school about the deficiency of silicone. In about 1990 there was a small airplane crash in NC, and it later came out (NTSB report) that the engine locked up when the bearings had beat themselves to death from crankcase sealer keeping the cases apart. Another reason for me to detest airplanes aside from the cattle chute passenger care and possible nasty search. Rant done.
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Post by milly on Oct 6, 2022 1:37:30 GMT -5
The screws with washers could not be used to seal the holes? Morning FrankenMech I have a good second hand tank on order for the 125 the 50 will be done like that when get chance but may have to remove tank due to lack of space.
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Post by FrankenMech on Oct 6, 2022 4:16:52 GMT -5
FrankenMech, Thanks for the background! I've always used Kawasaki Bond for that, as I learned in K school about the deficiency of silicone. In about 1990 there was a small airplane crash in NC, and it later came out (NTSB report) that the engine locked up when the bearings had beat themselves to death from crankcase sealer keeping the cases apart. Another reason for me to detest airplanes aside from the cattle chute passenger care and possible nasty search. Rant done. Experimenting with crankcase sealer on aircraft is not a wise thing to do since they fall down, go bang... Did the report name the sealer used? Did the mechanic not notice the radial play? I don't do airplanes anymore, I have no wish to submit to body cavity searches or insane passengers. I have dug a lot of silicone and other sealants out of dead engines. People overuse that stuff. Gaskets are generally enough to seal, the engine or gasket manufacturers list recommendations. I have even seen a tiny particle of gasket sealer jam a gear type oil pump, twisting off the pump drive shaft. The van engine and pump survived due to quick reactions by the driver or computer, don't remember which. Replaced the hex drive shaft after a pump inspection and the engine ran for years. An airplane would have crashed.
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Post by milly on Oct 7, 2022 13:39:16 GMT -5
Tank changed road test tomorrow, we appear to have the leftovers of one of the hurricanes from across the pond. Plus I double checked the screw lengths this time. I sure won't be doing that again.... I hope 🥺
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Post by milly on Oct 14, 2022 11:21:52 GMT -5
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