| Author | Message | ||
     Cataract2 |
Does anyone know the size of the o-ring used on the oil filter cover? | ||
| Two_seasons |
http://www.americansportbike.com/shoponline/ccp0-p rodshow/18009-O-Ring.html | ||
| Craigsmoney |
I wouldn't buy what they say about the oring. I have changed the oil and filter on my bike several times, and never replaced the oring. Just make sure it is clean. And if you are in a bind and need one because it is leaking or broken. just take a sample to your out parts store. The should have something that will work. | ||
| Two_seasons |
So one buck breaks the bank? By the time you realize that the o-ring is compromised, maybe you'll also be hearing some strange noises coming out of your engine/transmission!  | ||
| Cataract2 |
Well, I do know they can be reused as the one I'm using is on round 2 and holding strong. Just figure I should replace it now that the next change is coming due. Though I would normally order from American Sport Bike, the problem is I don't want to pay shipping for a $1 part. Might go check the local auto parts store or ACE to see if anything matched up. | ||
| Zac4mac |
Essentially, if an o-ring is still pliable and not shredded or its shape squared, it's re-usable. Same with the thick seals on the rocker box etc. Navy - If it ain't broke don't fix it. Army - If it ain't broke, we'll fix it 'til it is. I have a used paper gasket in my ignition cover right now. it's fine. Like the time I pulled the very bald tires off my Fiero's wheels and smeared RTV all over the insides and got another 300 miles... Good ghetto fixes really tax the creative mind. Zack | ||
| Jdugger |
I bought 50 of them back in 2008 when I first got the bike and started using HF filters at half the price of the dealer. I want to say it was something like $10 for the package, but I don't remember. I've got more than I could ever use now. I don't change the ring very often, actually. I've never had one fail. Maybe once a season I'll change one... and I change my oil a LOT. I don't have the part number for them anymore, but I can look next time at the shop. | ||
| Sir_wadsalot |
I agree on the O-ring....it's just an Oring, not magic. Inspect it when you change the oil, replace annually. Who is HF? $25 a pop from the dealer ain't hittin' on shit. Was gonna try to find a K&N or something. | ||
| Jdugger |
> Who is HF? http://www.amazon.com/Hiflofiltro-HF564-Premium-Oi l-Filter/dp/B002KOJO7O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373 385055&sr=8-1&keywords=hiflo+564 Half the time they come in a HiFlo box, you open it up, and it's stamped ROTAX. | ||
| Hybridmomentspass |
soo any word of o-ring size? | ||
| Cataract2 |
Not on my end, but since it turns out I needed a new belt for the XB (original with 60K on it is starting to crack on the outside) I went ahead and order 4 of them for future changes. | ||
| Jdugger |
I'll look it up when I'm at the garage next. Since it's been so long, it's not in my mcmaster order history. | ||
| Kevmean |
for 'o' ring sizes etc check here http://ukbeg.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=9556 | ||
| Hybridmomentspass |
wow some really good info on that link! | ||
| Jdugger |
Found the McMaster part number: 9452K147 McMaster-Carr. $7 for 50 of them. | ||
| Cataract2 |
Thanks J. |
