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Monday, March 2, 2009
Friday, February 27, 2009
Removing and protecting painted and chrome parts
When removing painted parts it is a good idea to make a trip to your local auto parts supply store first to purchase some masking tape, the kind thats easily removed without leaving residue, for instance there are different colors of tape the blue and green colors are kind you need to be looking for, once again they will not leave residue.
What you want to do first before disassembly is to use the tape in areas that come into close contact with something else, for instance, if you are removing the front fender, you will want to tape the fender in the area close to the fork legs and down the edge of the fender. this will prevent scratching during removal if the parts would happen to come in contact with each other, or if by some reason you slip. This technique is also helpful when repairing your motorcycle, to prevent slipping with a wrench and smacking the paint or chrome causing a chip or dent. Just basically use it as a protective surface to save on costly paint repair or chrome replacement.
What you want to do first before disassembly is to use the tape in areas that come into close contact with something else, for instance, if you are removing the front fender, you will want to tape the fender in the area close to the fork legs and down the edge of the fender. this will prevent scratching during removal if the parts would happen to come in contact with each other, or if by some reason you slip. This technique is also helpful when repairing your motorcycle, to prevent slipping with a wrench and smacking the paint or chrome causing a chip or dent. Just basically use it as a protective surface to save on costly paint repair or chrome replacement.
cleaning tips
When cleaning your bike, you always want to be careful not to scratch any of the surfaces!! Don't be afraid to keep old non printed cotton t-shirts, cotton socks etc. They make great cleaning rags. Also the old fashion cloth diapers that mom or grandma used to use are also great polishing rags. You can use Q-tips to get into tight areas, also the use of a soft bristled tooth brush works for crevasse's. I have also cut up old cotton bed sheets into strips about a foot long to use for cleaning spoked wheels or any other round surface you can wrap it around. There are several complete cycle cleaners out there available to use that wont harm any surface on your bike. you don't want to use any dish soap for this may leave a residue and won't properly clean your bike. If you use a complete cycle cleaner be sure to follow the directions to avoid any unwanted water spots.
An easy tip for cleaning you chrome after the bike is washed is to use a good glass cleaner, it wont leave a film or residue, and leaves your chrome shiny and looking new. It is also a good thing to at least at the beginning of the riding season to put a good coat of wax on all painted and chrome surfaces, this will not only protect your paint but will also aid in the cleaning process the next time you get caught in the rain. To include your windshield, if you have one, it will aid in the removal of those pesky bugs that never seem to come off. Talking about you windshield DO NOT use news paper on it, it will damage the protective surface and scratch it.
Always remember to use something soft and non-abrasive when cleaning and polishing your baby.
An easy tip for cleaning you chrome after the bike is washed is to use a good glass cleaner, it wont leave a film or residue, and leaves your chrome shiny and looking new. It is also a good thing to at least at the beginning of the riding season to put a good coat of wax on all painted and chrome surfaces, this will not only protect your paint but will also aid in the cleaning process the next time you get caught in the rain. To include your windshield, if you have one, it will aid in the removal of those pesky bugs that never seem to come off. Talking about you windshield DO NOT use news paper on it, it will damage the protective surface and scratch it.
Always remember to use something soft and non-abrasive when cleaning and polishing your baby.
T&T-1
The most important thing that you can do is find a good synthetic based oil. Natural oils are good, but synthetics offer so much more lubrication and hold up better under severe conditions, IE-sitting in traffic when that motor is building ALOT of heat and not dissipating it fast enough.
I have no connection to any company for profit or otherwise, but I have found I have had really good luck with Lucas brand oils. I had problems with my cam bearings a few years ago and ran Lucas synthetic oil in my motor and was able to sqeak another ten thousand miles out of the motor before disassembly. Synthetics also help with the wear of the cam chain tensioners, since they are made of plastic, and the cost of new ones are about 65.00 a piece. Cam chain tensioners are another subject we will cover later.
I have no connection to any company for profit or otherwise, but I have found I have had really good luck with Lucas brand oils. I had problems with my cam bearings a few years ago and ran Lucas synthetic oil in my motor and was able to sqeak another ten thousand miles out of the motor before disassembly. Synthetics also help with the wear of the cam chain tensioners, since they are made of plastic, and the cost of new ones are about 65.00 a piece. Cam chain tensioners are another subject we will cover later.
Initial tips and tricks
I am starting this to help the average person with repair and maintenance tips or tricks for Harley Davidson Twin Cam. Because we all know what H-D stands for, Hundred dollars, every time you have to deal with the dealer. With today's economy and job predicaments, I want to, as much as I can, Help out the average person that can't afford the dealers.
I worked at a dealer for a while and learned that they are not at all what they are cracked up to be, and the prices they charge are for their own benefit. In my own opinion, they could care less about the average person that's on a tight budget, and worry more about the fat daddy that has money to burn.
If you have questions about something, feel free to ask and I will, to the best of my knowledge, help you out. If you have knowledge and want to share, please feel free to post and help each other out. We as a biker community have to stick together and help each other out. Any suggestions are welcomed.
Thank you and I will get some tricks posted soon!!
I worked at a dealer for a while and learned that they are not at all what they are cracked up to be, and the prices they charge are for their own benefit. In my own opinion, they could care less about the average person that's on a tight budget, and worry more about the fat daddy that has money to burn.
If you have questions about something, feel free to ask and I will, to the best of my knowledge, help you out. If you have knowledge and want to share, please feel free to post and help each other out. We as a biker community have to stick together and help each other out. Any suggestions are welcomed.
Thank you and I will get some tricks posted soon!!
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