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1981 gs550 leaking oil can I use stop leak?
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Originally posted by GSX1000E View PostOr just stuff in some Maxi Pads and continue to ride. (Ask Basscliff for that explanation )
I see enough women's personal stuff on TV. I don't believe Massengill will take care of it either.
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Fix it correctly and don't add any stop leak, as you have a wet clutch and it is hard to say what it may do to your clutch. Adding additives, and other things other than the recommended oil is not recommended on these bikes as you can cause more damage to the motor. Also an oil leak, as you say getting your shoe wet can be very dangerous on a bike. Imagine that oil on your tire in a corner.I personally have never experienced it, but have seen the results.1984 GS1100GK newest addition to the heard
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Do not put that junk fix in your motor-
As stated, isolate the leak and fix it- The only way to learn is to try. Don't be intimidated by the work.
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I'm getting set to replace the top-end gaskets on my 850, it will be my first time doing such a thing too.
Don't be intimidated by the work involved, these old GSes are a breeze to work on. (Most of the time.) Take the time to study the parts and procedures, set up a clean work area, make sure you have all the necessary tools, have a well-stocked fridge within walking distance, and the work will pretty much do itself. Invite someone over to hang out with and heck, you might even have FUN fixing the thing.Last edited by eil; 03-18-2014, 11:52 AM.
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Originally posted by eil View PostTake the time to study the parts and procedures, set up a clean work area, make sure you have all the necessary tools, have a well-stocked fridge within walking distance, and the work will pretty much do itself. Invite someone over to hang out with and heck, you might even have FUN fixing the thing.
First, how certain are you that the base gasket is actually leaking? Hot oil in the wind will migrate everywhere.Last edited by tkent02; 03-18-2014, 12:10 PM.
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Originally posted by eil View PostInvite someone over to hang out with and heck, you might even have FUN fixing the thing.
Let me know when you want to bring it down.
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