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  1. Part 2 here -->https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hJU112oUg8 A few things I forgot to mention in the video: 1. There are links in the description for everything I used to change and sample the oil. 2. I've never needed to add oil between changes. This engine doesn't seem to burn or leak a significant amount of oil. 3. Regardless of how much you drive, the oil should be changed once per year to remove moisture and contaminates. OR SHOULD IT? See Part 2 to see how my 2 year old sample compares to these! 4. Every motor is a little different depending on its health and how it has been maintained. Your results may vary drastically. Also, many commenters have pointed out that somethings seems off with the 10k mile sample. I am currently running these tests again with Long Life oil, and you can help! It takes a lot of gas to drive 10k miles or more and this channel isn't making much money yet, so any support from you will be HIGHLY APPRECIATED and will help get these test results (and others) done much sooner. There are links in the description for donations, merch, Patreon, and SubscribeStar. Thank you for watching - you are the reason I do this.
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  2. Very good to know! Thanks for sharing.
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  3. Part 3 here --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caBVbGYHB4k I have more oil analysis videos in progress but it takes a lot of gas to drive 10k miles or more and this channel isn't making much money yet, so any support from you will be HIGHLY APPRECIATED and will help get these test results done much sooner. There are links in the description for donations, merch, Patreon, and SubscribeStar. Thank you for watching - you are the reason I do this.
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  4. I just replaced the oil with Castrol Edge Euro formula which is supposed to be good for 15k miles. I will probably send in a sample at 10k first and see how it looks.
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  5. Part 2: BMW Two Year Oil comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hJU112oUg8
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  6. That's a really good point.
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  7. The alternator will have a short life span? How short? It's lasted 24 years and 290,000 miles so far.
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  8. Oh wow, you're right! I had only read that BMW recommends Castrol 5w-30 or comparable oils that carry the LL-01 rating, but the type I am using in the video does not have the LL-01 rating. Looking at my Amazon purchase history, I did use the correct oil in 2017 and 2018, but I bought the 5w-30 US the last couple of times. I bet I could get more mileage out of the A3/B4 version. I will use that at my next oil change and then send it in for analysis at 10k miles to see what the differences are. With that said, I am surprised at how well the 5w-30 US performed in these tests. Thanks so much for bringing this to my attention. I am always trying to learn more, and I am by no means an expert.
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  9. So far so good.
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  10. Thank you. It's really hard to find used cars that have been taken care of. Most people just haven't been taught to take care of them. If I have kids, they will learn young.
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  11. Oh, I did not know that, so thank you for pointing that out. You don't want to leave a bunch of hose water in there. The motor in this car seemed to be heavily rusted inside the coolant passage ways, but anyone who wants to make one of these cars last should flush the coolant regularly and thoroughly. Thanks again for the helpful comment :)
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  12. I've gotten some great suggestions for redoing this test in a more official way and am thinking I will do it again on a different car soon. I'm not driving much these days but I change the oil for someone who does. Thanks for the ideas and good luck with your tests too!
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  13. Thank you, and I completely agree. The recommended intervals for fluid changes set by BMW only make sense from a marketing standpoint and will not maximize the life of the components. They have changed their priorities significantly over the last few decades.
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  14. You're welcome! Just trying to make things clear for as many people as possible.
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  15. Dang, you drive a lot! Good to hear though. The girl drives a Yaris with about 280k miles and it's still running well too. Just gotta stay on top of that scheduled maintenance.
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  16. And it loves me back (I hope)
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  17. Honda and many other manufacturers recommend kerosene for cleaning chains. It does not harm rubber.
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  18. I agree, a good motor should be able to handle going to the redline. I don't do it until the car is fully warmed up from 30-45 minutes of driving, but I do it almost every time I drive the car. I think it keeps the engine healthy. And if anything goes wrong, it will be during a redline run, not on a road trip or your morning commute to work. Thoug, I've never actually had anything go wrong during a redline run that I can think of.
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  19. Wow, cool car! I believe on those older cars the oil should be changed every 3k miles or once a year, but I'm not 100% sure. Four years is a long time... Hope everything goes well!
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  20. Ours doesn't like to shift into top gear until it warms up but I agree on not changing the fluid since we don't have any records for it. Hopefully it doesn't get worse anytime soon.
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  21. I just ordered a quick shifter. Looks like a simple installation so I should be able to get a video up pretty quickly. Thanks again for the idea!
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  22. I think BMW says 2 years is okay on oil that meets the LL/01 requirement, but 1 year is the general rule because oil absorbs moisture over time.
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  23. These tests aren't free, but if anyone wants to donate to help pay for this I'll do it.
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  24. That's awesome, I don't think we can expect that from many modern cars. Thanks for watching!
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  25.  @MrCt333  Yeah, it seems like a very common complaint with the e46, especially the later ones with the M54 engine that has bad piston rings. I don't know if I got lucky or if it's the way I drive or what oil I use, but this engine really holds its oil. It has been very good to me in general.
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  26. Thanks for the confirmation! The M54 has a little more power but I wouldn't trade my m52 for one. I also prefer the 5 speed over the 6 speed transmission whether that's a popular opinion or not. I don't have to commute anymore so my oil changes will be much more frequent mile-wise from now on. Thanks for watching.
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  27. Part 1: BMW 5k, 7.5k, 10k comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1ZJJyfph4M
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  28. Yep, in the last year I've driven this car 1,000 miles or less as well. It's a relief to know I don't need to replace perfectly clean oil once a year.
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  29. I'm not sure you understood the video. I changed the oil each time I took a sample. I reused the oil filter because they can last much longer than 5,000 miles, and that's also what the lab recommended after analyzing the second sample. The results from the third (and best) sample confirm that the filter was still functioning as intended. Thanks for watching!
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  30. Makes sense to me. If I send in another sample I might try that combo. Who makes a filter rated for 20k miles?
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  31. Sounds like you've been doing it right then! Keep it up
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  32. Well, I included all the data they sent me. I agree, 10k miles is too long unless perhaps it's almost exclusively highway miles. One thing I didn't mention is that until the first oil sample was collected, I had been changing the oil with a vacuum pump instead of draining it from the pan. I think this may have caused a high reading for some contaminates in the first (10k) sample. I would do another 10k sample but I work from home now and hardly drive the car, so it would literally take 5 or 6 years to hit 10k at the current pace.
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  33. No, I don't.
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  34. Yeah, you don't wanna spend more time than I do making things things haha... Thank you for the very kind compliment.
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  35. Good question! There is not a one-way-valve in either of the brake lines because the fluid needs to be able to move into the caliper when you squeeze the brakes, and back out of the caliper when you release the brakes. So, if you don't close the bleed screw before releasing the brake lever, it will suck air back up into the brake caliper. At least, that is my understanding of how the system works.
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  36. Nice choice! I love my 500r even after owning it for almost 6 years. It will always be lacking in power but I'm okay with that, personally. Might get a 2nd bike someday but I'll never sell my 500r.
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  37. Great idea, I will certainly do that. I have two different types of motorcycles I can test as well. Thank you.
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  38. Thank you! I've owned this car since 2007 and have tried to take care of it as well as possible. I love this car. Working on a 15-year e46 review video right now.
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  39. Factory lube was probably better in the past. These days I wouldn't even call it lube. Just a thin layer of sticky junk that is great at attracting dirt. I always clean an lube new chains these days for peace of mind.
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  40. That's what I'd probably go with if I were still driving the car regularly. I'm not putting down many miles right now so I'll be changing the oil once a year instead.
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  41. Honda says either oil is okay for the 500r, but the 10w-40 should be more protective in hot climates. Honestly, I think I went with the 10w-40 because it was a bit cheaper. I'll do an oil analysis on my next oil change to see how it's holding up.
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  42. Thank you! I really appreciate that. I just wanted to find an answer once and for all, and it only cost $90 for all 3 tests. Wish I had done it 10 years ago.
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  43. Glad you found a way to make it work! I don't have a way to troubleshoot issues like this so I pinned your comment to help others.
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  44. D4 ATF is BMW recommended, and could be the most widely used fluid in these transmissions. I've tried other fluids including MTF/MTL, but ATF is the only one that makes my transmission shift smoothly, so that's why I've been using it for most of the 14 years I've owned the car. Just hit 278k miles and the transmission shifts like new.
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  45. Everyone seems to have strong opinions about oil and they're all different.
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  46. No, it does not direct air to the radiator. It allows more airflow to the cold air intake I installed as well as the entire engine bay to help cool the engine.
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  47. I changed the oil again yesterday and replaced it with the more expensive Castrol LL-01 euro formula. Planning to do some comparisons to the tests in this video.
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  48. Procedure taken from e46 service manual.
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  49. This car is 21 years old. There is not much new news. I'm just trying to make better videos than what's available.
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  50. I also used a fluid extractor for at least the last 10 years before filming for these tests, but I wonder if that's why the first sample I took (10k) was worse than expected. I'll be doing another 10k sample for comparison.
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  51. The bike arrived this way.
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  52. Those hoses are finicky. They have to be pushed in 100% completely or they will leak. Happened to me once too with a different hose but that's the first thing I'd check.
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  53. What do you base those numbers on?
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  54. They do offer a sticker type mount with 3M adhesive. I got one to mount my GoPro on this and it's very strong.
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  55. Once a year should be fine for you unless your motor has any problems that would cause the oil to get contaminated faster. These are great motors when maintained well, it's just everything connected to them that seems to fall apart.
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  56. lmao chill
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  57. Thank you. I agree with all that. The 500 is enough bike for me... 95% of the time. I'll never sell it. Thanks for watching and let me know if you have any 500r video ideas. Take care!
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  58. That question has been asked and answered in the pinned comment.
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  59. Lol, I crack me up. Thanks for watching!
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  60. I am currently redoing these tests with better oil that meets BMW's LL/01 requirement. I'll send in a 15k mile sample if all goes well up to that point.
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  61. That's a pretty good idea.
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  62. UPDATE: After installation the Jeep had an intermittent "Check Gauges" warning which at which time the battery gauge would shoot up to 19+ volts. I fixed it by cleaning all the ground points and coating them with dielectric grease. Here's a short video showing how I did it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8ZjDEEcDdQ Also, in the video I said my alternator puts out 300 amps but that was a mistake. It puts out 200 amps. 300 was the price of the rebuild.
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  63. True, but I'm not about to disassemble my engine at nearly 300k miles just to check for sludge. These tests are the next best thing and will definitely let you know if there's a problem.
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  64. I'm currently testing some long life Castrol against the previous samples. Videos on that coming in the future.
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  65. That is true, never cheap out on oil, but no need to waste it either. My car has averaged about $1,000 annually in maintenance and repairs over the last 15 years
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  66. Both are due at 16k miles. You're right, I need to go back in for the valves but I don't have shims on hand and wasn't ready to park the bike while waiting for parts. I will probably make that video in the near future.
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  67. False. If you measure chain slack on the side stand vs on the rear stand you'll find little to no difference. The weight of the bike is still in the rear suspension while using this type of stand. Thanks for watching!
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  68. Thank you!
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  69. Yes, this is the carbon fiber R77 with no baffle. I put a link to it in the description. Installed it in early 2018 and I'm so happy with it. Glad I didn't settle for a cheaper option. It gets as many compliments as the bike itself. Glad you like the video! I think I'll make more like this but a little shorter. Ride safe!
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  70. It always bugs me when DIY videos don't say what tools they are using or what the torque values are. That's important info! I try to include that stuff in all my videos when possible. Glad to hear you found it helpful!
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  71. Everything takes much longer when I'm filming but I could probably do this job on this car again in less than an hour. It's a little fiddly removing the old wires as they ripped apart easily. Mechanic shops will charge you "book time" which is basically how long their manual says the job should take. It's often longer than the actual time a job takes an experienced mechanic to complete but I think it's like that because jobs often take longer than anticipated due to seized fasteners and other problems. Find a mechanic you trust and pay whatever they ask, or learn to do it yourself and save a lot of money in the long run. Just don't offend a mechanic by saying you know someone that can do it "cheaper". Experienced labor isn't cheap and cheap labor isn't experienced.
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  72. I forgot to mention that the two Phillips screws at the throttle grip are different lengths. The longer one goes on top.
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  73. Okay, but you'll never have a real Corvette or a girlfriend that loves you and all your friends will secretly laugh at you behind your back. It's in the product manual.
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  74. That's a really good suggestion and would have been worth the extra effort. At the time, I was in a hurry to get the car back on the road. I had to call off work because the brakes were locked up so bad :/
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  75. What the previous owner did or didn't do is irrelevant at this point. I bought the car in 2007 with 82k miles, now at 282k miles. However, the PO did have the car serviced by the dealer until sold to me.
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  76. That could be a future test.
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  77. The owner's manual says it's for the bead around the visor. I just double checked.
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  78. Moving cross country really threw me off track for a while but I think I'm ready to start uploading weekly again. Thanks for watching, glad you like the videos.
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  79. Yes, they are stock bars. I forgot to mention I removed the bar ends in the hand grip replacement video. They don't have to be drilled out. You might be able to adjust the clutch lever inward if it makes contact with the handguard, but it shouldn't. Here you go: https://youtu.be/SAaePLL0QNo
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  80. When I said to replace them I meant to put them back. Not to buy new ones.
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  81. That's a lot of oil! Some people have recommended I try Valvoline Restore and Protect oil. It's supposed to clean the carbon out of the rings and can help reduce oil consumption. The results will be in an upcoming video.
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  82. I'm not sure one way is better than the other but I usually put the flat side against the engine for whatever reason. It's just a side effect from the cheap process of punching o-rings from a sheet of metal. O-rings that cost more and are sold individually are usually uniform.
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  83. The owners manual says to use kerosene for cleaning the chain. Honda is not alone on this. Grease is sealed inside the chain with o-rings. If your o-ring seals have gone bad, the grease will be flung out at speed. No need to worry about diluting grease that doesn't exist anymore. Once the o-rings start to fail, the chain will need to be replaced. A discussion on where to measure the chain has already been covered in the pinned comment.
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  84. Every engine will have different results but I'm not surprised your Matrix has done so well. Toyota knows how to do it. I don't drive much anymore so I'll be changing the oil once a year to keep moisture out.
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  85. Thank you for the suggestion! 2013-2015 bikes do not have the LED but 2016+ bikes do, like mine. A lot of people do upgrade to LED on the older bikes but I wouldn't be able to demonstrate that with my bike unfortunately.
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  86. Thanks, I had no idea! I never heard of it before getting my Jeep but I could recommend it to anyone, really.
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  87. Crush washer: "A washer made of soft metal such as aluminium or copper. Used to seal fluid or gas connections such as those found in hydraulic systems and in internal combustion engines."
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  88. Yes, mine has definitely loosened up over the last few months too. Still a little tight but I think it's the appropriate tightness now. Thanks for the input! Looking forward to getting that new Sena one day. This is my first Shoei so I appreciate the info. Ride safe!
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  89. lol
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  90. Hard to say what the problem is without seeing it. The smaller adapter should easily expand to the size of the larger adapter that you say is too big. Make sure to expand it as much as possible before installing so it doesn't spin freely inside the bike.
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  91. Yeah, the extra airflow seems to help a lot. The owner will be installing another vent soon where the front license plate goes. He plans to do autocross racing so needs all the airflow he can get.
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  92. Yes, I used regular Castrol Edge for these tests. The LL formula is quite expensive but I would like to test it for comparison. There are links to both oil types in the description.
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  93. Thanks for watching!
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  94. Oh, this video is by no means the best way to change a tire. I tried to make that clear but guess I failed. I almost scrapped this footage all together but just put it out there for entertainment. I think I'll make an updated video next time I need new tires so I can show the correct way. The 500r is not a super sport bike in case you didn't know, so the wheel balancing probably doesn't need to be quite as precise.
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  95. Good explanation of how you got to it! I'd bet money that my wires weren't routed or secured correctly. I'll pin your comment to help others.
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  96. I only have an e46 to work with for now but I would like to do more videos like this. I haven't learned any BMW coding yet.
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  97. Thank you so much! My goal is to make the best DIY content available.
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  98. Working on that...
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  99. Some people have recommended I try Valvoline Protect and Restore to clear out any carbon in the rings. From what I've read, it sounds like it works pretty well but will need more frequent oil filter changes due to the carbon coming loose. Hopefully the cylinders are still in good shape, but we still suspect worn valve seals on this engine. Will be interesting to see what works. Thanks for the input!
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  100. Without the field replacement module you'll likely get a check engine light on the dash, but I can't say for sure so it might be worth a try.
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  101. I didn't notice any difference in clutch after installing these. They feel more comfortable than the stock levers to me, that's about it.
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  102. Those old CSIs are really popular with BMW geeks. I don't know much about them, personally. My first BMW was a 1991 318is, and I also had a 1995 318ti. Four cylinders just isn't enough, but they were both really fun and good looking cars. I've been very happy with my 328i though, and will probably never sell it.
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  103. @ricardomaldini6508 that's great news! Good work, and I'm glad I could help.
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  104. That's a good tip. Thanks!
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  105. And thanks to Bali for laying it all out. I just made it into a video. Happy to help!
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  106. Not yet but I've been meaning to do that. Pretty sure I know whats rattling so I'll try to get on it soon. Thanks!
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  107. If you buy a new clock spring it will either come calibrated and secured so it can't rotate, or it will come with instructions on how to calibrate it. Calibration is just rotating the clock spring all the way one direction, then back the opposite direction a certain amount to make sure you install it centered. Either way, it should be a piece of cake. Hope that helps!
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  108. Still working really well so far. So well that the sunshade slides halfway back when I punch the gas. I'll try lithium soaped lube next time if this doesn't last. Thank you.
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  109. I would carefully wiggle and twist it for a while trying to loosen it up. You don't want to rip it apart unless you have to. When it comes off, apply a little dielectric grease to the connection to keep it from sticking next time.
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  110. I wait until the engine is fully warmed up after 30-40 minutes of driving. Redline on a cold engine is a bad idea. I typically start slow in 2nd gear which redlines at about 60 mph, then I switch to 5th gear and drive like normal. I will sometimes do 2nd and 3rd gear redlines when I can safely hit 90 mph.
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  111. No, not at all. There is a lot of mass to these hand guards which I think helps take the place of the bar end weights as far as vibration dampening.
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  112. How many open connections do you have that this sensor fits into? That wire was tucked back pretty far on my Jeep which is why I went underneath to plug it in. Sorry for the camera malfunction on that shot! That sucks!
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  113. Yes, it is a Corbin seat. Corbin is a little slow at incorporating new models, and I'm not sure if your 2019 is the same as previous years or not, so you'd need to contact Corbin directly to confirm fitment. They have a tool on their website that lets you design your own saddle, which is pretty neat. HOWEVER, I waited 3 months for mine to be made, and when it arrived it did not fit my bike. I had a pretty difficult time with their customer service, but it turned out that my 2016 was a new design and they hadn't made one before, so they accidentally sent me an earlier version that I had to return. The next one came much faster and fits right. Also, make sure you choose wisely the colors you want - I'm not really happy with mine after all this.
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  114. German cars certainly require more maintenance but mine has only left me stranded once in 15 years from a bad fuel pump at over 200k miles. Japanese cars require little maintenance, but those cars are obviously not made for driving enthusiasts. Two different machines with two different purposes.
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  115. At the time of filming I was driving 400 miles per week. So, about 3 months to drive 5k miles, or 6 months for 10k miles. I don't believe the age of the oil plays a significant role until it's been left in the engine for over a year, but that is certainly another factor to consider.
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  116. What do you mean by "European standard"?
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  117. Great idea! I was trying to think of some kind of quick disconnect for the seat and that's perfect. Guess I'm not the only one.
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  118. I bet your motor will last forever with that kind of care! I didn't buy mine new but I've had it since 2007 and will hold onto it as long as possible. These cars are definitely worth the effort. Thanks for the comment and hello from Oregon, USA!
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  119. In that case the 500r might be perfect for you. Take a test ride if you get the chance.
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  120. Oh, that's a cool idea. I would have thought the filters were made with aluminum, which is non-magnetic. Good to know.
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  121. Thank you! I'm hoping to finish the 16k mile service video within the next few months. Ride safe!
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  122. Thank you, I really appreciate that! I haven't worked with an e90 but it's probably a similar design. You'll figure it out. Take your time and enjoy the zen. Thanks again!
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  123. The answer is complex. You should watch the video to get an understanding. It's a good one.
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  124. I never would have believed it before getting these results but I think you are correct.
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  125. Thanks, I hadn't heard of that before. I'll definitely look into it!
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  126. I had to unplug one connection with the bumper halfway pulled off. I show it in the video.
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  127. 5w-40 does not drop to 5w-30 when hot. It's viscosity is 5 in cold weather, 40 at operating temperature.
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  128. Scotty inspired the name for this channel. Anytime he's talking about BMWs he calls them endless money pits, and he's right.
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  129. Sorry to hear that but I don't blame you either. It's not easy working in that little space where you can't see anything, especially in the cold.
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  130.  @TheCraveFeeds  I'd love to have an e39 in good shape. Enjoy the car :)
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  131. There aren't a lot of aftermarket options for these bikes, but you can find some good stuff out there if you look hard enough. Thanks for watching!
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  132. Didn't realize that but thanks for the tip! The owner wanted a custom seat with more grip anyway but removing the strap is a good idea.
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  133. Hope it works out! Good luck
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  134. It's supposed to help cool the brakes, lower air pressure in the wheel well, AND make the doors dirtier.
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  135. Part 2: Change the Oil or Keep Topping Off? Yaris Oil Analysis Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pgw8NsaMB34
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  136. Alright, I wasn't sure which one to work on next. I think I can finish that one by Friday.
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  137. Finally, a GMBN fan! I love that channel.
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  138. Ouch! Yeah, I think a most people put off replacing these because they expect it to be complicated or expensive. Takes 5 minutes and $20 or less! Thanks for watching!
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  139. I think views are low because my channel only has about 65 videos so far. I'm putting them out as fast as I can but it's a long process. Thank you for your support!
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  140. Thank you, I really appreciate that. This video took a lot of time to make. I'm hoping to make some videos about actually using this software but I haven't had time to do much with it myself yet. Thanks again!
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  141. I'm just a DIY guy too. Owning this car for 15 years has forced me to learn a lot about cars. There's no better car to learn with! I'm glad to hear the videos have helped keep your E46 on the road. That's my mission. Enjoy the car!
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  142. They are built into the hoses
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  143. Yep, I figured that out later. I'm currently running these tests again with the right oil.
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  144. Hi, Nick. This is a very complex and controversial subject, so I’ll try to keep my opinion brief. For starters, I believe oil should be changed once a year at minimum, even if you ride zero miles that year. I am reading that some manufacturers even suggest replacing oil twice a year because synthetic oil and its detergents break down rather quickly – so, changing it every 2,500 miles is probably a smart move for you. With that said, metal shavings will still be produced during normal riding no matter how fresh your oil is, and they will not completely be removed by simply draining the oil. *In my opinion*, a magnetic drain plug will be beneficial to your engine health regardless of how often you change the oil because it quickly captures a great deal of the metal shavings. Now that you’ve got me thinking about this, I’ll consider sending in a sample of used oil for analysis when I change it again next winter, and maybe another the following year after riding a season with the normal drain plug for comparison. Thanks for the interesting comment!
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  145. @ya472 I'll have a video specifically on that coming out in a few months.
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  146. I try to avoid short trips, so usually 20-40 miles at a time. The car just sits a lot. I've started driving it again recently so I can do more oil tests.
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  147. I'd be happy to redo these tests in a more official manner one day when the channel is bigger and can fund something like that. Thanks for the input!
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  148. I remember a teacher in middle school said something like this would happen one day and we would need to stay calm and help those involved. Still got me a bit shook up. I'm glad it wasn't worse.
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  149. Thank you, I try to make all these videos as clear as possible. Glad you found it helpful!
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  150. Most stock seats seem pretty bad these days.
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  151. It sounds like this version of INPA may not support the e89 chassis. I'd recommend contacting Bali directly on the e46fanatics forum to confirm this and see if he knows where to get a newer version of the program. He usually responds pretty quickly.
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  152. I tried that but it did not work. The part that should have moved inward was seized.
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  153. Insanity!
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  154. I believe burning a lot of oil will eventually clog the catalytic converter.
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  155. Yes, I just need to order a couple of things. It's overdue.
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  156. I struggled with the same issue off and on until recently. I cleaned the grounds a few times which seemed to help temporarily. Most recently, I removed the bracket that supports the alternator and AC compressor and cleaned all the contact points, which are basically grounds themselves. Many were very corroded and cleaning them did help. After that I had to turn down the voltage regulator one more time and now the Jeep runs great. Just drove over 2,000 miles to Arkansas with a full load and pulling a trailer with no issues. For the record, there are two grounds on the front passenger side fender, one on the engine block behind the ignition coil, and one on the engine block under the AC compressor behind the support bracket. Then there is a braided ground between the firewall and rear of the engine that is easy to find. There are also grounds under each front seat that I cut through the carpet to check, but those ones were very clean. Hope this helps!
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  157. I have seen pictures of filters break apart like that. Scary.
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  158. Thank you! Good luck with your car and feel free to ask if you have any questions. I'm not a professional mechanic, but I know some things.
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  159. I put it off for a long time because I thought it was harder than this too. Nine years is a long time but it probably won't have damaged anything. Enjoy the improved braking!
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  160. All the wires are the same. It sounds like you may have a loose connection somewhere. Press in all connections firmly, clear the forest and retry.
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  161. Correct, I don't do much fabricating. I'm also not the person who fabricated the grills. This is a DIY channel that I film in my garage, by the way. The owner didn't mention the utters until after I finished this project, and I don't have time to research every little thing about each car I work on but I do my best to help people figure this stuff out. Hope that makes sense.
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  162. Extremely consistent.
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  163. Done deal
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  164. I actually haven't seen an increase in oil prices here. Weird because everything else seems to have gone way up.
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  165. All videos should.
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  166. It's the IDEA branded one on Amazon. Yeah, I think that would make for a good video. I'll put it on the list, thanks!
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  167. I forgot to mention in the video that your car will likely need an alignment after altering the ride height. Alignments aren't cheap but they're a lot cheaper than replacing tires that are worn out from being misaligned. Also, don't forget to break the lug nuts loose before jacking up the car if you're not using an impact wrench.
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  168. Check part two for the answer.
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  169. I see, you are correct. How should it actually be used? Sorry, I'm really not good with electrical stuff.
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  170. Thank you. This jeep still has an electrical issue and now you have me thinking it could be from too much dielectric grease. I'll be cleaning some connections on Monday...
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  171. Yeah, maybe I should treat the rust soon. I didn't because it seems pretty superficial but it certainly could get worse if neglected. I'm not familiar with 303 so I'll look into that, thanks. I did not notice any difference in the swingarm movement after this but I replaced the rear brake caliper at the same time and have been focused on the difference made there. This bike was scary to ride when it arrived but it's come a long way. Just a couple more things to do...
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  172. Tried 10w30 but didn't help. Going to try 5w40 or 10w40 next. Lucas is an interesting idea, thanks!
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  173. I wasn't looking forward to taking it off either but now that I've done it once I'd say it would be very easy to do again. I'm glad the video helped - this bumper is probably a little more simple to remove than others but I don't think I had ever fully removed a bumper from any car before this now that I think about it. Good luck, and feel free to ask if you have any questions.
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  174. I think my bike topped out around 105-108 mph with the stock sprockets. Accurate speedometer checked by GPS. The new gearing is slower but I haven't topped it out.
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  175. It helped with my oil change anxiety too haha. Glad you like it!
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  176. Thank you for the constructive feedback! I am always trying to improve these videos, and it's hard without any outside opinions. I did find out that NGK are more popular, which I mentioned in the previously pinned comment but I had no idea that modern spark plugs have an anti-seize coating already. That is good to know and I'll stop putting that in my videos. I think I mentioned in the video that my car is a 2000 328i, but to be more specific it has an M52 engine with a production date of February 2, 2000. I should probably clarify that in videos where it would make a difference. I wasn't aware of a change in the coils on the M54, but I don't doubt that there are many minor differences. Oh, and I was taught to keep the coils in order when I was young, but I'll have to look into why I was told to do that and when/if it ever actually did matter. Glad you brought it to my attention. Thanks again for the feedback, I appreciate it very much.
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  177. It would be interesting to see an oil analysis from an e46 diesel at that mileage. I wonder how they compare.
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  178. BMW's motive for extending oil change intervals is to sell more cars by making them appear to be lower maintenance. Maybe 15k mile intervals are okay on a new engine, but these oil analysis from the video prove it's not a good idea on my 20 year old engine.
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  179. Sorry, I know I should have been more clear on that. 1. The seal skin cover completely kept our all water. 2. No scratches that I've noticed. 3. No new mold even though I didn't fully dry out the interior between covers. Happy guy here!
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  180. Great choice! Thank you, I appreciate it!
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  181. Yep!
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  182. I am a big fan of Scotty! I don't agree with everything he says, but it's inspiring how he takes the time to share his knowledge with the world.
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  183. Glad you like it! This was my first time replacing levers too.
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  184. My understanding is that the computer needs one sensor before the cat and one after it. Without that configuration you're likely to keep tripping the check engine light. Even if it doesn't trip the light, your air/fuel ratio will be wrong and could diminish fuel efficiency and power, and possibly clog your new cat with carbon if the mixture becomes too rich. I'm not a certified mechanic but I think they would give the same advice.
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  185. @real100talk5 imagine getting a notification anytime anyone comments on any of these videos... and reading all of them. Send beer.
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  186. The screen I removed didn't seem clogged up with debris, so it's probably okay to skip changing it once in a while. This is a friend's bike and I don't remember what his service manual says about the screen, but the kit comes with a new one and it's good practice to change it as often as you can. I've seen motorcycle shops do much worse and I really believe it's best for us to learn to do this stuff ourselves.
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  187. Not a bad idea!
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  188. Thank you! Yep, I have the same stands in the link but my front stand is red. I don't think they had a black one available when I bought it.
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  189. Sorry for the low volume on this video! Here's a link to a louder version if you need it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HYsW7EacFU&feature=youtu.be
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  190. If the crank sensor is bad it can throw off the tach, but I'm leaning toward fuel pump the more I think about it. It makes sense to me that the electric motor in the fuel pump could be struggling at idle but seems to operate fine when given more power. I would check the fuel pressure to be sure. Unfortunately, to replace the fuel pump you have to drop the fuel tank or carefully cut an access hole in the cargo area floor. If fuel pressure is good, then I'd probably go back to thinking about sensors.
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  191. I made the video to dispell myths like this. You should watch it.
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  192. I can get on board with a lot of electric things that finally seem up to par, but there are aspects of electric cars that I don't feel comfortable with. Specifically the ability for them to be controlled remotely. Nothing crazy is happening yet, but between self driving cars, robot police dogs, letting our rights slip away, and AI becoming more widely used, we are setting ourselves up for a dystopian future. You probably won't have to worry about it, but I'm a little worried about where we are headed.
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  193. Very true. I should have mentioned that too.
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  194. I try to pick the best 'free to use' music available from YouTube but theres a reason it's free. I'm always looking for new tracks.
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  195. That seems odd. What year is your bike? I've read that the maintenance schedule vary by year, but I don't know why it would be different in the UK vs. USA. I'm not sure if there is a perceivable difference between the 10w-30 and 10w-40 oils, but the '40 is recommended for warmer climates and harder riding. Either oil should be fine unless you are racing your bike or live in an extreme climate.
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  196. Yeah, I felt dumb for not using dielectric grease on all the plugs. My mistake. I'm not sure what you mean by "shielding over the wire connector". An air compressor would be good for dirty engines. I didn't think about it because this one is kept so clean. Good tips, thank you!
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  197. What is bad about Castrol? I use it because that's what BMW put in these cars from the factory. Never heard anything bad about it.
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  198. Yes but I've found putting the bike on a rear stand makes a negligible difference, if any.
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  199. That is not true for all motorcycles. The XT250 I have been working on requires the rear wheel to be elevated while adjusting the chain. The suspension is still under load the way I did it in this video because the swingarm is on the stand as opposed to hanging freely. This is common practice among street bikes, but the type of bike makes no difference.
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  200. This engine doesn't seem to burn any oil, miraculously. It leaks a bit but the oil level on the dipstick never drops. I need to fix those leaks...
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  201. Yes, they will. Ford used these 9007 bulbs in the Taurus until 2008.
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  202. 6 miles is a pretty short trip. You need to drive 30-45 minutes to fully warm the engine.
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  203. Holy moly, that's terrible! I'm glad to hear you weren't worse off, and I'm sure the Shoei did contribute to that. Hopefully you are on the road to a full recovery. And yes, highways at night always make me feel uneasy.
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  204. All four brakes have been working flawlessly since I rebuilt them for this video. I agree, the pistons didn't look very good but it's really only the outer portion that is exposed to the elements. New pistons would be good for peace of mind but I haven't had any problems here.
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  205. I thought about that but you run the risk of cracking the cast alternator housing if the washer setup isn't perfect (this is a DIY channel for novices). It can also alter the belt alignment. Honestly, I would not trust a mechanic who takes shortcuts to make faulty parts fit.
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  206. Yes, I agree it is a very nice area. This was mostly a test for my new camera but I might make more videos like this once I get the settings right. These roads are on the outskirts of Sheridan and McMinnville, Oregon.
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  207. I have started filming a review video and it should be out in the next month or two. I've had the bike 5 years now so I have a lot to say about it. Today when I was riding, I was thinking this bike is super fun for running errands and scooting around town, but I think something with more power would be more fun on the highway. I've been drooling over the Aprilia RS 660 for about 6 months now, but I don't think I'd ever sell the 500R.
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  208. I think you're probably right about that. If not, we're all screwed.
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  209. Lemforder may be the best available. They make many of the best suspension parts for the e46. I had trouble with getting the shocks into and out if of a set of control arms once because they were designed wrong. I think they were Meyle HD arms but I can't find any records to confirm this. I currently have Rein control arms which fit well but I don't see them for sale anymore. I don't replace arms at regular intervals - I replace them as a set only when damaged or bent from impact.
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  210. Happy to help! Those camera views were not the easiest to get :)
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  211. The oil additive is like very thick oil that is supposed to provide additional protection against wear on metal components, but I think this is still being debated. I have seen numerous service manuals that warn against using additives, so only use them at your own discretion.
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  212. Nice, I'm glad you like them enough to keep watching. Feel free to ask any questions. I'm happy to help anyone who cares to learn.
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  213. The lab says it doesn't matter how late you take the sample, but not to take it early because you could collect dirt from the outside of the oil pan.
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  214. The owner of the bike says it didn't seem to make much of a power difference, but it sounds better. I think you'd probably see more of a performance gain when pairing this mod with an aftermarket exhaust and maybe an ECU flash but I can't say for sure. We might be doing those things next summer.
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  215. I've heard that some new BMWs don't even have an oil dipstick that you can check. They just rely on sensors. I will never own a car like that.
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  216. Sure, feel free. I have not been able to find out any information about what happened after the accident.
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  217. Thanks, I'll add those to the list of video ideas.
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  218. That's what I'm here for! Good luck with the installation.
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  219. Thank you! I have tried to take care of the car as well as possible. I also use a vacuum pump to remove the oil via the dipstick tube, except when draining the oil for these tests. I filmed a video a few days ago comparing how much of a difference it makes using a pump vs. draining the oil with the front end lifted and I think you will be surprised, so stay tuned...
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  220. The wheels aren't bare aluminum. They are painted or possibly powder coated, I'm not sure.
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  221. Thank you for saying that. My goal is to make these videos as helpful as possible, so please let me know if there is anything I could improve.
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  222. Yes, there is a hole in the skid plate to access the drain plug.
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  223. Thank you. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  224. I'm currently running a test with our Toyota Yaris that goes through oil pretty quickly. Like your Audi, it's always getting fresh oil so I'm not sure if it ever actually needs to be changed. I'll be sending in samples as we reach certain intervals but I won't change the oil until we start getting questionable results. Should be fun so stay tuned.
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  225. I agree, it was a stress test and I still think these jack stands are pretty solid. Gotta love Project Farm's thorough testing though.
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  226. I agree, I'm just not sure how it happened. I am currently running these tests again with better oil.
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  227. I went by the Yamaha Service Manual which says to measure from the bottom.
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  228. Peace of mind is priceless.
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  229. Project farm did a great video showing that penetrating lubricants don't really do anything, which is disappointing but good to know.
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  230. Happy to help!
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  231. I honestly can't tell much of a difference in torque but my MPG dropped from 70 to 60.
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  232. I just added amazon links for both stands in the video description. Hope that helps!
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  233. Thanks for the input! I just have a CBR 500r so I haven't been able to do any crazy speeds with this helmet. Good to know it's not the best choice for the track.
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  234. What I told my friend who owns the bike in the video is this: If you just want to ride on the street then carbon fiber is the way to go. It looks impressive and cleans up easily with soap and water. Just don't let it sit in the sun all the time because the finish can become dull and yellowed. If you want to ride dirt and gravel too then you should go with the stainless steel because the carbon could easily get damaged from rock chips or dropping your bike. I'm not sure I see a reason to go with titanium unless it looks really good or is significantly lighter than the steel version. I have a carbon Yoshimura and people compliment it all the time.
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  235.  @Geo_Okami  My friend wants to do some gravel riding eventually but went with the carbon exhaust anyway. You should do whatever makes you happy. That's probably the reason you got the bike in the first place ;)
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  236. I thought about a tent or something like it but the winds here would sweep it away. It would work for a lot of people though.
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  237. I didn't notice any difference but I always wear ear plugs when I ride. I've heard those complaints too. Some people say a rubberized coating helps.
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  238. I'm glad you found it helpful!
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  239. I don't think I'll ever buy another Bell! Not sure about the chin button. Maybe it's just to keep the clipping part from wearing out? I don't know but this helmet is a big step up.
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  240. I only reused the filter after the 5,000 mile test. All the others were fresh.
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  241. True
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  242. Wow, that is odd. I have no idea.
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  243. I just sent in a two year old sample with 7,600 miles on it. Can't wait for the results but I think your mechanic is probably right.
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  244. I covered exactly that in part 2!
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  245. Thank you so much. This motivates me.
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  246. When the gear oil on this car is overdue it feels a little more difficult to shift gears, and sometimes it's a lot harder to get into 1st gear when I come to a stop. I always notice how much smoother it feels after changing the gear oil, but only when using the Redline fluid I showed in the video. Other fluids do not make the shifting feel smooth in my car. Is your transmission having any symptoms?
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  247. The best resource to verify things like that would be a service manual for your car. Sometimes you can find a used one on eBay for around $15. When I don't have a manual handy I will check with at least 3 sources online (videos, articles, or discussion forums) and make sure they all agree. There is definitely bad info out there, so always verify.
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  248. 112 is the stock chain size. The blue chain I installed with a bigger rear sprocket should have been 114 links including the master link, but they sent me 114 links plus a master link which is why it came out too long.
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  249. As the filter picks up debris and the smallest passages become blocked, it should actually filter better than new until it fails. I haven't seen a filter fail in this car yet, which I believe would be indicated by the filter basically ripping apart because there is no filter bypass on this engine. Canister type filters with a metal housing (used in many other cars) will open a valve that bypasses the filter completely when it becomes too clogged up. In my experience, mechanics don't really know how long a filter (or oil) should last because they all have different opinions, and engineers are kind of the same way but they're much more opinionated. Personally, I think it really depends on how fast the oil in your car becomes contaminated, which can vary wildly based on engine overall engine health and how well you maintain it. Good question, thanks!
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  250. I wish I could test that. The only time I was around an LPG car was during my internship at PG&E in Sacramento. Never going back lol
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  251. Links don't last forever. Thanks for letting me know. It's fixed now.
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  252. Is this what you're looking for? http://chiptuning.pw/ecu-files/bmw-original-ecu-files/
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  253. I've been looking everywhere and can't find it either. I'll ask Bali about it but it might not be a fast response.
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  254.  @zvonimird.9288  Alright, Bali says the PRG files for various ECUs are part of the “sp-daten” files, and can be downloaded from here: https://www.bimmergeeks.net/downloads He's the expert on this topic, so I hope that's what you need. Let me know.
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  255. I think so but I'm going off what Bali said. Let me know if it works.
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  256. I can't troubleshoot this for you but I think Bali can. You should message him on E46fanatics.com. There's a link to the DIY he posted in the description of this video. He's the expert on this topic and I'm just starting to learn. Sorry I can't help more.
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  257. Can't or won't?
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  258. I've always heard that if they're cracked they should be replaced but this would be an interesting topic to look further into. Thanks, I'll add that idea to the list!
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  259. I would be down, but we moved to Arkansas a year ago.
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  260. I just changed the oil again with the European formula that is supposed to last longer. I'll probably do a 10k mile test first before trying a full 15k.
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  261. Interesting, I didn't think any of my Corvette viewers would be interested in this. It really is a good little pump. Make sure to keep your spare tire inflated to the proper PSI (or slightly higher) if you haven't thought about it lately.
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  262. Probably darker and less viscous due to the long run.
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  263. I've been buying the same oil from the same source for a very long time, but anything is possible.
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  264. I ordered the copper washers from the partzilla website. Part number 90463-ML7-000. They are $2.57 each plus shipping, and shipping can be expensive so I waited until I was ordering other parts at the same time. However, I bet I could find something very similar at the local hardware store about ten cents. It was worth the extra price to make sure I had the right part and didn't have to wait around if I couldn't find it locally, and I like to use the proper parts in my videos when I can. If it's copper and the inner and outer diameters match the factory washer, it should work.
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  265. I've read every comment on this video. Everyone "knows" how long oil lasts here.
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  266. I haven't tried removing the main panels on the 500x but I imagine they would come off fine. By the way, on the 500x there is just one small panel to remove on the inside of the front wheel well that allows access to the radiator fill cap.
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  267. lol I'm glad you caught that
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  268. European cars seem to carry more oil. Mine holds about 7 quarts.
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  269. Thanks, glad you like it. I wish I had a diesel engine to play around with. Maybe one day down the road...
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  270. I went through the menus pretty thoroughly and didn't come across anything like that. It tells you the battery voltage at the top of the screen at all times but that's it.
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  271. I don't remember off hand but I tell you the size in the video. At the beginning where I show the tools used.
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  272. I'll be testing Mobile 1 in an upcoming video. Just got back from the store with it. Will be in a different car.
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  273. Good tip! Thanks!
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  274. Thank you!
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  275. I'm happy to help! This is the kind of stuff every driver should be able to do themselves, but car manufacturers make it so difficult. I hope you are encouraged to learn more :)
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  276. Sure, I'll put that on the list.
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  277. Meh, it's free music provided by YouTube. Better than dead silence.
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  278. The car will be here next week for a brake job and new trunk struts but we haven't talked about doing the coolant or diff yet. I'll put it on the list, thanks!
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  279. Thank you. Sorry, but I have no idea what the C6 suspension is like. Hope you find what you're looking for!
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  280. The car belongs to a good friend of mine but he hasn't had any complaints. He uses the car for autocross and drives it pretty hard, and still seems happy with it.
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  281. This does not apply to every engine.
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  282. Your car's rough idle will improve.
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  283. Good luck with the purchase! Honda nailed it with this bike, as usual.
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  284. Interesting, I hadn't considered oxidation. Who are they supposed to be certified by?
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  285. Use an OBDII scan tool to see what code was tripped. Scan tools are very cheap now. I suspect the belt may be loose which might trip a low charging error.
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  286. Not track cars.
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  287. Nice modification! That's a pretty good idea.
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  288. Thanks for watching! Ride safe.
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  289. I agree, but now I think I need to test each brand to find out which ones really are good and bad.
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  290. Thank you. I will see how far we can go with this.
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  291. I think it has to do with European vehicles having a larger oil capacity. My BMW with 2.8 liter engine holds 6.9 quarts of oil while my Jeep with a 5.2 liter V8 only holds 5 quarts.
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  292. On this car we didn't notice any difference by leaving them out. On some vehicles it might cause a rattle at low speeds or a clunk when braking in reverse as the brake pads shift a little inside the calipers. In either case, it does not appear to be a safety concern but I'm not a certified mechanic so I'm not qualified to give a definite answer on safety.
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  293. Modern spark plugs have an antiseize coating on the threads from the factory, but a little dielectric grease on the rubber spark plug boots wouldn't hurt. Just don't get any on the actual electrical connections.
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  294. Thank you! The 10w-30 we're running now hasn't helped much and I was thinking of trying 5w-40 next. Thanks for the recommendation.
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  295. In part 2 I sent in a 2 year old sample, and in a later video I sent in a 10 year old transfer case fluid sample from my Jeep. Time doesn't seem to have much of an impact if contaminates aren't getting inside.
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  296. Thank you! Yes, I will be doing that at some point but the clutch in my 500r doesn't need to be replaced yet. I'll make that video as soon as the clutch starts slipping.
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  297. Heck yeah! Glad to hear that!
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  298. Sorry, I didn't read the whole comment. Just want to clarify that these tests results only apply to my car, the way I drive it. Not yours.
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  299. All of the samples were done at a time when I was consistently driving 400 miles per week for work. Mostly highway miles but some city mileage as well. If you are talking about the age of the oil since it was produced, then no. I purchased all of this oil from the same listing on Amazon and it doesn't stay on my shelf long. Hope that answers your question!
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  300. I explain the service intervals in the beginning of the video in both km and miles.
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  301. Good point
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  302. I don't know anyone who has tried it on windows 11. If you give it a shot please report back and let us know if it works.
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  303. That sounds like good news. I have a feeling it will work on windows 11, I just can't say for sure. Thanks for being the test subject!
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  304. Yes. Kerosene is safe to use on rubber parts.
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  305. Thanks, I'll look into that!
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  306. I believe it. The ones I pulled off didn't seem that bad but the steering tighted up a little after installation. I think the car mostly just needed an alignment this time. Oh well.
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  307. Our retaining clips have been slowly disappearing. I haven't been able to find replacements, so zipties are in place for now.
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  308. There's an Amazon link for it in the description.
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  309. Thank you for the advice! I actually am having a strange electrical issue since installing this thing and think it's a bad ground or connection somewhere. I will replace those tap connectors and see if that resolves the issue. I hate when I make mistakes like this in my videos but I'm thankful that viewers like you seem to always help me learn without being mean about it. I'm always learning new things. Thanks again for the informative comment!
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  310. Since installing this kit everything seems to function fine as far as adequate voltage to charge my batteries, but after a short drive I get the "Check Gauges" light on the dash and the voltage gauge goes 19+v. The warning goes away and comes back every 5-10 minutes while driving. I recently contacted the manufacturer of the regulator and they suggested I have a bad ground somewhere, which I think makes sense, but the grounds seem okay so I'm not sure where to start. I originally thought it might have something to do with the upgraded alternator and dual AGM battery setup but they didn't seem to think so. Any ideas? UPDATE: I fixed the "Check Gauges" issue yesterday by cleaning all the ground points and coating them with dielectric grease. Here's a short update video showing how I fixed it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8ZjDEEcDdQ
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  311. These motors were built for it.
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  312. Thanks, I am currently running a new test with Castrol Euro formula and will be sending in samples at 3k, 5k, 7.5k, 10k, and possibly up to 15k miles without changing the oil.
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  313.  @Vass046  I have run the NGK iridium plugs twice before. Pushed them to 70k miles the first time and noticed some misfiring, so I changed them after 50k miles the second time around. They seem to be good, long lasting spark plugs. The harder the metal on the electrode, the longer lasting they should be: copper<platinum<ruthenium<iridium<tungsten. Thanks for your input on the video format! I'm glad you didn't hate it. Yes, removing the O2 (Lambda) sensors would trigger the check engine light, and you're probably right that it could be resolved with an ECU flash. I never learned much on the programming side of things but that's something I should do, and it would make for a good video too! I'll look into it soon. Thanks for the comments!
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  314. Thank you!
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  315. Thanks! I'll be doing some shorter videos on all the mods I've done pretty soon.
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  316. Thank you! I think I'll be doing the valve adjustment video at the end of this riding season.
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  317. No, I'm pretty sure the mounting points are all different.
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  318. Thank you. I think we finally found a really good house to rent. Should hear back soon...
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  319. I try to avoid short drives with this car. That is one thing I should mention in the next video. Thanks!
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  320. Yes, but there are no dots on these tires. Haven't had any balancing issues.
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  321. Bleeding the abs requires a dealer level scan tool. I got one recently and plan to make a future video on this.
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  322. Thank you. It's what I enjoy doing for some reason.
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  323. Awesome! I hope you find it helpful. I have some other videos on the 500r you might like including how to change the oil, air filter, flush the coolant, bleed the brakes, and more. I plan to keep the bike long term, so more videos will come. Thanks for your support.
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  324. Wow, low miles on that thing! Mine is the same year and just hit 265k miles! Keep up on all the preventative and regular maintenance, and that car will last you a very, very long time.
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  325.  @leandrobellsola8736  I rarely see them in that condition here in the US anymore. Enjoy!
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  326. Wow, I'm really sorry to hear that. I did get lucky. At least it didn't end your life.
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  327. Those are some really good ideas for breaking the bead! Now that I think about it, I think my Hi-Lift jack can be inverted so it compresses, which might also work for this. I greased the axles when I greased the wheel collars and I did briefly mention it. There are so many things to cover in a video this long, it's hard to make all the info stand out. Interesting tip on greasing the threads. I understand how that changes the torque value - I've seen wheel hub lugs that were stretched because of either some type of lube or anti-seize on the threads. I don't think that's an issue with the 500R axle but you could end up crushing the swingarm, I bet. The tires have been really great so far. No complaints at all, and I really like how much visible tread there is without seeming to weigh down the bike. Definitely a top-tier touring tire! I think you are right about not needing to heat them up, too. They slipped onto the rims very easily.
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  328. I believe there are some comments here from people who were able to make that work. Take a look and see if any of their suggestions help.
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  329. Mah nah molybdenum!
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  330. It's true, I made a short video about exactly that recently.
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  331. It's not a conspiracy theory, it's the way capitalism works. The only car manufacturers that seem to care about longevity these days are Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Japanese culture is very different.
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  332. I lived in Lafayette for 25 years until recently. Thanks for watching!
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  333. I cover that in Part 2: https://youtu.be/7hJU112oUg8
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  334. You might be right! I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  335. Yes, the case does need improvement. I wouldn't say it's difficult to get in and out of my pocket though. It's actually quite a lot easier than it was with the OtterBox case I had before because the rubber was much grippier and clung to my pocket. Also, the "bump" on the back of the Quad Lock case does not stick out far. It looks to be about 2 mm and the case is very thin and smooth. Also doesn't need to be waterproof because it sits in the dry spot being the windscreen.
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  336. Currently testing this with our Yaris that burns oil. Stay tuned.
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  337. That's one of the nicest compliments I've received. Thank you.
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  338. Nope!
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  339. I tried the MTL and it made my shifts feel clunky. I've also tried a couple other brands over the years but Redline ATF is the only fluid that gives me smooth shifting. I've talked to people in forums who agree, and some who disagree, but it's also what BMW recommends.
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  340.  @dejanfilipovic6369  The Redline oil I used is red in color. Other brands can be different colors.
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  341. That's a good point. Where do you stash your gloves?
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  342. I forgot to mention that the chain slack should be checked at the tightest spot in the chain, and the slack should be measured from the swingarm, not from the chain slider. Rotate the wheel and keep feeling the chain until you've found the tightest spot, then adjust.
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  343. Thank you and have fun! Take the time to do it right so you don't have to do it again.
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  344. It looks like they changed the engine in 2008 and I have not worked on one from that era, so I can't say for sure. However, I have never seen a car with more than one coolant temperature sensor and I'm not sure why it would need more than one. Most cars seem to have a coolant temp sensor and a coolant level sender. They are usually about the same size and both mount to the cooling system lines, but the temp sensor is solid brass and the level sensor has a thin wire attached. I hope that helps a little.
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  345. I bought a used service manual on eBay for about $35. Not sure where you can get the PDF.
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  346. Thank you so much for the support! I would not still be making these videos without comments like yours.
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  347. I just sent in a 2 year sample with 7,600 miles on it. Comparison video coming soon.
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  348. Yes, the throttle cable needs to be the correct length and also needs to be routed correctly to work.
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  349. No problem, I'm just sitting here working on the next videos. It took a couple more adjustments to get the alternator voltage output exactly where I wanted it, but now everything is working great. I should have done this mod when I did the dual battery mod because now I think both batteries are damaged from neglect as they won't hold a charge higher than 12.25v :/
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  350. Thank you for the support! I started this channel because I was tired of videos that left out important information like that. This is the way I think it should be but most channels probably don't have the time and patience for it. Thanks again!
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  351. Already in the works and coming to a YouTube channel near you soon (not that soon).
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  352. I didn't notice any difference while draining, but I should have taken a closer look at the color and how slippery they still felt. I will try to do that next time.
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  353. False. It just takes more pressure.
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  354. Hmm that's no good. I would restart the computer and try again. Windows updates may be needed but that's just a guess. If it does the same thing, see if you can connect to the car anyway. If you can't get it to work, I would try a different computer. I can't really help beyond that. I'm not sure what would be causing this problem.
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  355. That is a question only Bali can answer. He's the guru with this software. You can contact him on the e46fanatics site I linked to in the description. Wish I could help more but this is too technical for my experience.
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  356. Thank you! I will post more videos as I continue to own and work on this bike :)
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  357. Very nice! Wish I could ride a new one to see what the updates are like. Thanks for the sub and feel free to suggest any 500r video ideas!
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  358. Oh, that's a fun idea!
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  359. I don't see the harm in that. They will start misfiring when they're done.
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  360. Thank you. I am working on more videos like this. I agree, getting under the car regularly is important. A lot can happen to a car in 6 months.
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  361. Dyalla - ILY Baby
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  362. Yep, I was just looking at the rear ones last night while doing the brakes. Shouldn't be any more difficult than the front. Have fun!
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  363. We're getting there...
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  364. That's the plan ;)
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  365. Thank you. I always wanted a 540i too, but I love the front end of the e34 which is the previous generation. It's probably not easy to find a good one anymore, and the prices on these older cars are going up now.
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  366. Nice!
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  367.  @chadedwards5316  It looks to be the same parts diagram on the West Coast Honda site. You have to look very closely, #4 goes on the brake side, and #5 which is the asymmetrical spacer goes on the chain side. That's the way I installed them. https://www.westcoastmotorcycles.com.au/partFinder/fiche/honda/2014/cbr500ra/rear-wheel#next
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  368. Yes, that's the way I said they should go, or at least that's why I've been trying to say. Sorry for any confusion.
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  369. Happy to help! Ride safe out there.
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  370. How about changing oil every day?
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  371. Yes, I am currently running these tests again with European formula for comparison.
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  372. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  373. It has come to my attention that a lot of people dislike the Bosch spark plugs and have had issues with misfires. That hasn't been my experience, but those people tend to recommend NGK spark plugs in the E46 instead of Bosch. I have used both without any problems, but I believe NGK are at least as good, if not better than the Bosch plugs.
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  374. Try driving up and down some steep hills to dislodge any air pockets in the system and bleed it again after it cools down. You could also try bleeding the system again with the front of the car slightly raised.
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  375. Probably one of the hose connections. They can be difficult to fully snap into place. Check what you can see with a flashlight and be careful around hot parts.
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  376. I hope all goes well! Let me know if you have any questions.
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  377. It's in the video. 4:35
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  378. I found a video where they slide a flathead screwdriver into that hole and press on something to release the airbag. I haven't done it myself.
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  379. Yep, sorry about that! This was the first video I ever made and I actually filmed it several years before I started a YouTube channel. I recently did a high quality video showing how to install the software. You can see it here: https://youtu.be/4lWWG1hAVp0 I'll add a card to this video so people know about the installation video. Thanks for the heads up and sorry for the confusion.
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  380. They make a big difference in how safe I feel getting under cars. Definitely worth it. Thanks for watching!
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  381. No, it wasn't your fault. The 2AZ-FE is the worst engine Toyota has ever made. It's in our Camry, which has been taken very good care of, but still burns oil like crazy. It is an engineering flaw, not your lack of oil changes that ruined that engine. Do some searching online and you'll see this is a very common issue.
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  382. I can't be sure but it sounds like you might have a vacuum leak somewhere.
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  383. Yes, that is how I did it. The coolant should end up at or near the top mark after warming up and pushing out the overflow. The fluid will contract once it cools but I don't remember exactly how much it settles.
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  384. Thank you. All the links could find are in the video description.
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  385. I hadn't even considered the PCV valve. Good idea! Thank you.
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  386. Thank you!
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  387. Im currently testing LL-01 oil for comparison. Also, I sent in a 2 year old sample for Part 2 of this video which has been out for a couple months now.
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  388. About 20,300 miles right now.
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  389. Thank you. I just had to watch this video yesterday when I was flushing the coolant on my friend's cb500x. These videos help me too haha
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  390. Interesting! I will look into this more. Thank you.
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  391. It never ends. I've been putting together a BMW brake bleed video, so that should be up soon.
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  392. Thank you! No, I have not yet but maybe someday. The bike got a little scraped up during our move so I need to find some touch up paint if possible.
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  393.  @rototh2971  Glad you got it figured out! Don't worry about it.
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  394. Do it before the rust gets out of control. The rust inhibitor I used in the video didn't work very well :/
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  395. Only if the new oil I'm testing can safely take us that far. We will see.
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  396. I'll be doing tests on the new oil every 5k until the results start going downhill.
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  397. Glad to hear it!
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  398.  @shinobi_ryder  Honestly, there is not a significant difference in comfort. It is more noticeable on longer rides, but on short rides it feels pretty similar to the stock seat. If I were shopping for another custom saddle, I would see what else was out there.
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  399. No, there should not be anything to reset for that. I hope everything is working out but let me know if you have any more questions :)
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  400. I'm definitely a fan of German engineering. Always wanted a BMW motorcycle too. I'm sure they are a joy to ride.
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  401. Sorry, I really can't say for sure. Can't even seem to find a good video showing the hoses. It's probably not too difficult but you might need to jack up the front of the car to replace the lower hose.
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  402. Everyone likes a good striptease.
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  403. No, it has never been replaced. Usually, it should only need to be replaced if the engine has been severely overheated. Current mileage on this car is 283,000 miles.
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  404. Thank you! I have tried to take good care of this car since I bought it in 2007. It really hasn't needed anything major except a new clutch a few years ago. Preventative maintenance, especially cooling system parts, will keep these cars running for a long time.
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  405. Hey there! I'm not a real mechanic or anything but I think it could be several things. Voltage dropping while trying to start sounds normal. High oil pressure is a good thing so I wouldn't worry about that too much unless you think the gauge is wrong. If it's stalling and having problems starting I would check or replace the air filter and spark plugs. It could be a clogged fuel filter or dying fuel pump but both are inside the gas tank so the best way to check them is with a fuel pressure test. Assuming your 94 has a valve on the fuel rail to hook up a pressure gauge, you can usually rent one at your local parts store. Look up videos on how to do that if it gets to that point. Of course, it could be countless other things but I think these are most likely. To me, it doesn't sound like a crank sensor issue, at least from what I've experienced with mine, but I could always be wrong. Hope that helps.
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  406. I was also just thinking that it sounds like it might have old gas in it. If that's the case, then put some fresh gas and injector cleaner in it. Siphon out the old gas if there's a lot of it. Gas can go bad after 3 to 6 months from what I've heard.
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  407. Not yet but I certainly will at some point. It's probably never been done on this bike.
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  408. Yeah, this definitely wasn't normal. Could have been a defect, no lube from the factory, or too much tension, but my favorite theory is that the bike was stuck on a cargo ship out at sea for several months when all the ports were backed up last year. We will never know for sure.
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  409. Thank you for letting me know! I have replaced the link.
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  410. I don't see why not, but it would be messier and harder to work with since everything will be slippery.
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  411. Enjoy that scenery! We moved to Arkansas one year ago and it's not quite the same...
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  412. False, but a common mistake. Google summarizer explains it well: A socket wrench is a tool that makes it easier to rotate nuts and bolts than a regular wrench. Its ratcheting feature keeps the wrench in place on the bolt and removes the need to reinsert it after each turn. Ratchets are distinguished from other wrenches because their handles can be repositioned without letting go of the fastener, something traditional wrenches cannot do. The combination of socket and ratchet allows you to turn a nut or bolt without repositioning the tool on the fastener, making the work quicker. Socket wrenches are mainly used to tighten bolts and nuts in very narrow places or bolts or nuts in deep places. Ratcheting wrenches can provide access to fasteners where sockets cannot fit, but they don't work on as many fastener locations as sockets because of increased bulk directly adjacent to the fastener head.
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  413. lol!
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  414. I forgot to put a link for that in the description. Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NBIXM6U/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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  415. ​ @thomasshelby576  Thank you! I'm glad I have been able to help. I'm planning to do the coolant video this summer when I finish school and leave my job. I will be putting a lot of time into making more of these videos in the near future, so keep checking back!
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  416. Yes, I am currently running these tests again with European Castrol and better methods.
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  417. I'll start thinking about it again soon. Trying to organize a move from Oregon to Arkansas. Think my Jeep will make it?
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  418. Don't worry, the French Dip is an American invention. Only called that because it's on a French roll. I just checked the source of all sources, Wikipedia.
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  419. Sure, I don't see why not.
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  420. No, it looks like I did not film repairing the worst caliper. I do believe the piston in the worst caliper did have the most pitting of all but it's been 3 years since I uploaded this video and all the brakes are still working great.
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  421. It's synthetic oil.
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  422. It feels like a normal helmet to me now that it's been broken in. Maybe slightly on the tight side still but I'm very happy with it.
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  423. Nice, this is the first I've heard of a 2024 update. The difference between your 390 and the 500 might not feel very significant. I'd also consider something in the 650 class, but I do love my 500r.
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  424. Thank you, happy to help!
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  425. Scientists and their science words! Am I right?
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  426. Thank you!
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  427. That was the standard in the past. It doesn't correspond with my results because technology has gotten better. I'm not even using longlife oil in these tests, so I expect to see even better results in the next round.
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  428. They may have been able to bleed the brakes without taking off the wheels if they had the car up on a lift. You can probably reach the brake bleed screw from the back side of the wheel. Check your brake fluid reservoir under the hood. It should be full of clear fluid. If it looks dirty or low, then I would worry they might not have changed the fluid. Hope that helps!
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  429. It's an edited repost. Nobody was watching the last couple of minutes which included my merch promo and blooper reel, so the video completely stopped getting views a few days after I uploaded it. I've made the video shorter in hopes it will gain more traction. It was doing really well otherwise. Sorry for any confusion.
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  430. I'm glad to hear it! I'll be putting out videos a lot more frequently now, so stay tuned.
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  431. What is your question?
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  432. 282k miles on this 23 year old car. In 16 years of ownership I've never come across anything under the hood that broke just because it was plastic. They did it right on these cars.
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  433. I don't have any experience with Mercedes but I've seen nothing but trouble with VW / Audi. Terrible cars and hard to repair.
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  434. I just started the new round of tests a couple weeks ago so it will take some time to reach 10k. I plan to send in a sample every few thousand miles without changing the oil this time.
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  435. Yes, I'm really interested to see how the results compare. It will be a while before that video is ready but it should be more conclusive than this set of tests.
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  436. If you don't find the answer quickly, just call your local Honda motorcycle dealer and they should be able to tell you.
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  437. Changing oil can be like meditation
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  438. Make sure the bars are all the way left and push the key in while turning it. You might have to jiggle the bars a bit. If the key still won't turn you could try some graphite lubricant in the key hole.
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  439. You could be overfilling the engine with oil, which will cause it to foam up as it interferes with the crank. Also, you could probably add more anti-foam agent but I haven't looked into that for engine oil.
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  440. 2, 2, 2, 3. Mostly.
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  441. There are too many factors to assign an oil change interval that would cover all cars. The motor, the type of oil, the oil capacity, the amount of time idling, the amount of time driven at high RPMs, the condition of the motor, the local environment, etc. The results from this video only really apply to my car, the way I drive it.
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  442. I've heard the vibration damper is more important for iPhones because they have really sensitive cameras. I didn't get the vibration damper and haven't had any problems with my Samsung Galaxy nor have I seen any of the screws come loose since I installed it. I don't remember if they had thread locker from the factory but you could add some if you're worried about them coming loose.
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  443. The last iPhone I had was the 4S, so I'm no iPhone authority.
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  444. Lead was banned from gasoline but I'm not sure about engine components. Batteries definitely contain lead.
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  445. The lab results do not show the oil quality has diminished, and also shows there is 0.0% fuel in the oil.
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  446. This was the 4th analysis I've had done on this car. What are the chances they are all wrong?
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  447. There should be a link to it in the video description but let me know if it's not there and I'll fix it.
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  448. Thank you. My car is a 2000 328i. The "rebuilt" calipers I bought for it were worse than the originals, which I should have kept. Sorry you're going through it again. This procedure takes a long time but should get your brakes working like new. I haven't had any trouble with mine since filming this video. Good luck!
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  449. You're right, it should be a riveted link. I already have a new chain and sprockets that I will install in an upcoming video.
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  450. I actually used Mobil 1 for a long time. Changed to Castol probably 10 years ago because that's what BMW put in at the factory. I think both make good oils.
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  451. Interesting! I wouldn't have guessed that. Thank you for the tip.
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  452. Thank you and good luck with your project!
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  453. That is definitely a test I will be doing for an upcoming video.
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  454. Oh, I probably should have mentioned that. My laptop only has a USB-C port, so the white thing is an adapter for this laptop that connects to USB-A, HDMI, and another USB-C. You do not need it as long as your computer has a USB-A port, which most do. I'm happy to help when I can, so feel free to ask if you have any other questions, and thanks for the support!
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  455. I have ordered the TBN for my more recent tests. It costs an extra $10
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  456. I'm happy to help! A lot of bigger jobs become pretty simple when you look at them one step at a time. That's the only way I get through it, really. Good luck with the Vette!
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  457. The 17 is the upper bolt, it doesn't go in the long hole. Use the original bolt for the bottom mount, it is a 14mm. If you installed a skid plate that uses the lower bolts too, you need to buy longer ones like I talked about in the video but with 14mm heads.
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  458. Thank you. I relocated the oxygen sensors there after installing catless headers. I was supposed to do some sort of modification to trick the sensors but the car never got a check engine light so I just left them there... 15 years ago.
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  459.  @dejanfilipovic6369  I spent some of my free time over the last two days trying to find the answer for you - apparently this info is not easy to find! I have learned that the transmissions used in diesel BMWs are NOT the same as the transmissions in other BMWs. From what I read, Redline MTL 75w80 is the best fluid for the manual transmission in your 320d, but I COULD BE WRONG. Please try to verify this, but I think this is the right answer. Let me know what you find out.
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  460. Yes, I'll put that on the list. I could probably do that when I do a valve adjustment in the future. Thanks for the suggestion!
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  461. I agree and am currently running these tests again with better oil.
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  462. European formula Castrol that meets LL-01 requirements
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  463. That's so good you were able to do it yourself! Glad I could help :)
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  464. That's really great to hear! I've been meaning to make this video for over a year and I'm surprised that nobody else got to it before me. I tried to find a way to explain how to remove the fairings on your bike, but wasn't able to without having one here, so I hope that part wasn't too hard yo figure out.
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  465. Thank you. These bumpers have been great.
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  466. Hello!
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  467. You are at the great crossroads. Are you going to be the man that has tools, or pay the man that has tools?
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  468. Thank you! To be honest, the lenses have been replaced, hood repainted, and the wheels are from a newer BMW. But I do try to keep the car nice and clean.
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  469. I don't have any control over which ads you see. Best you can do is get a YouTube subscription that removes all ads.
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  470. The video shows two different kinds of stands so I've added links for both in the video description. Thanks for watching!
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  471. I didn't get it at the time because it was an extra charge but so many people have asked for it that I started including the TBN results in my newer oil analysis videos.
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  472. I show how they're oriented right before putting them back on the bike. Don't remember off hand.
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  473. Update coming soon...
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  474. Yes, all the spacers go back where they came from.
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  475. Thank you and keep taking good care of those cars!
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  476. 2:20 small metal circle between the front wheels on the subframe brace.
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  477. Yeah I don't ride as much when there's a lot of bugs out but it wasn't a big problem in Oregon. I just moved to Arkansas so I'm curious how it will be here this summer. Glad the video helped!
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  478. Yeah, you'll want to replace it soon. I've even heard of old coolant causing weird electrical problems in vehicles because the molecules in the coolant loose ions over time and develop a negative charge. I put it off for too long too, but it turned out to be a lot easier than I thought it would be.
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  479. That's the factory tinted glass. There's no film over the defroster.
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  480. Thank you. More videos like this are in the works.
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  481. I always take the long way home if doing a short trip for the same reason. Seems to pay off.
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  482. "done in 1 minute" after a trip to the hardware store.
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  483. Yeah, that was weird. I think my version of Windows has an unzipping tool built in. WinZip was in the official write-up I followed so I included it in the video.
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  484. Yes, it looks like the r125 would fit this type of mount. As long as you can pop off that cap in the middle and there's a place for the mount to slide in, it will work.
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  485. I wish it were magic.
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  486. A case or an adapter.
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  487. As long as the Amazon reviews are good there shouldn't be a problem. The procedure is likely the same for the Corolla as well but I don't know for sure.
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  488. I appreciate the kind words, and thanks for the info - I wasn't aware of that.
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  489. I'd bought 7 other vehicles via private sellers and have helped friends and family do the same. Never encountered any criminal activies until this. If this is how you do business, stop.
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  490. I'm glad you like the video! Good luck with your project!
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  491. Google assistant
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  492. I had no idea those trucks had such long oil change intervals! It makes sense though - they can't be stopping for an oil change every week or two.
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  493. Yeah, something is up with that sample. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and methods.
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  494. Thank you! If you selected English when installing the programs then there may not be another way to get the errors in English. I haven't actually used these programs lately but when I used INPA years ago (before making this video) the entire program was in German and was difficult to install. It is German software, so I'm really not sure if it's even possible to get the errors in English. Sorry I'm not more help.
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  495. Oil change intervals given by auto manufacturers are heavily influenced by marketing and EPA regulations.
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  496. The dual front brake looks nice. ABS is the way to go too. They are great bikes, hope you enjoy it!
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  497. It was hard narrowing down the list. Apparently, I like tools more than I even knew. Thanks for watching!
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  498. I didn't notice this until after filming, but also discovered I wouldn't need to make a correction. This is because the manual also shows measuring to the center of the chain, not the top of the chain as I stated in this video. Measuring from the top of the swingarm to the center of the chain is approximately the same as measuring from the top of the chain slider to the top of the chain, so there is little to no difference in the two methods unless your chain slider is worn down to nothing. Good catch, and thank you for pointing this out.
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  499.  @SHOINOFF  Well, Honda recommends oil changes every 8,000 miles or once a year, but in the video I changed my oil after riding only 4,500 miles for the year. I agree, 8k mile oil change intervals are not a good idea, and are probably designed to increase sales - not engine life. I would never go that long without changing it on a bike I care about, but somewhere between 3-5k miles is probably reasonable. Again, it's a complex topic and I am not an oil expert by any means.
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  500. It does seem to be the best of the best based on my limited exposure to the wide variety of helmets out there. Glad you're happy with it too!
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  501. Thank you! More E46 videos coming soon!
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  502. Personally, I would change the oil and filter after the first 1,000 miles.
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  503. I'm glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment.
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  504. I removed them because I was also installing Barkbuster hard guards at the same time. I made that portion into a separate video but wanted to show how to remove the inner weights just in case someone needed the info.
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  505. It takes a little patience. I think the ground wire is giving me problems off and on so I'll be replacing it today with something more substantial, but I think that's because I have the extra battery and high output alternator.
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  506. No, they aren't replaceable but they do last a very long time, they're cheap to buy, they use a lot less electricity, they're a lot more durable, and the light is much higher quality than fluorescent.
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  507. Thank you. I see what you are saying. That bolt has a built-in spacer for the factory handguard. After I removed the handgaurd and reinstalled the bolt, you are able to see the spacer. Hope that makes sense!
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  508. Just use the links I posted in the description and the instructions from the video. There's no trick to it.
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  509. Oh good, that's something I wanted to try next since I saw the brake bleed option in the menu. Glad it worked for you!
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  510. Yes, but don't leave them in too long either. I have seen photos of people pulling chunks of crumbling filters out of these cars after not being changed for a long time. I'm not sure how long they can be used safely, but 15k miles is probably okay.
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  511. The oil and filter were replaced before the 5k mile test.
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  512. Oh, I see what you mean. Yes, I agree with that. The 5k mile sample would have been cleaner if it hadn't followed the 10k mile test. Maybe I will do a follow up 5k sample...
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  513. From what I understand, that should work. I have not tried it personally, so no promises. Please let me know if you try it.
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  514. Thanks for the input! I have never worn track gloves but I assume they are thicker and stiffer than street gloves, so that makes sense.
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  515. I'm currently running the tests from Part 1 again with long life oil. It will be interesting to compare the results.
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  516. You could be right. I am currently rerunning these tests with better oil and better methods.
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  517. It's perfectly fine to flush the engine with water from the hose if you let it drain out, but don't mix coolant with it for refilling the system. You should only mix coolant with distilled water, but the coolant used in this video was premixed so you don't even have to worry about it ;)
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  518. There is no malware in the files I've provided. Been up for years.
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  519. I really appreciate that, sincerely. Comments like this really motivate me to keep going. Very happy to help.
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  520. 2013-2016 as far as I know. Probably newer models too.
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  521. Thank you, I really appreciate that! I've subscribed to your channel as well. Jealous of your Bendpak lift!
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  522. Thank you. You might like the 500r then. Permanent chill mode.
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  523. I believe it is mostly carbon from combustion that turns oil black. I've also heard that engines with turbos get black oil very quickly.
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  524. I don't think so. I'm not seeing an option for that car in the software.
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  525. Sorry, I am not familiar with software for that car.
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  526. I bet the iridium plug will last much longer. The service manual doesn't mention it but I'd be interested in seeing how long the iridium plug lasts.
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  527. Thanks! I adjusted it years ago but it might be due for another. Good reminder!
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  528. It's in the works...
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  529. You're quite welcome :)
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  530. This video just isn't getting many views for some reason. It's a good idea to change all fluids when you buy a used car. You never know what you'll find...
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  531. Thanks for the suggestion. I will redo the thumbnail too.
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  532. It's a love/hate for me
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  533. Sorry, it looks much different than the 2007 motor. You'll need to find a different video for that model.
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  534. Are you talking about the silver cap I pulled off? It's called a Steering Nut Cap, part number 53232-MJW-J00.
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  535. No? I'm confused.
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  536. Glad to hear it helped you! Considering how tricky the fairings are, a shop could just as easily mess this up, so I'd rather do it myself. Ride safe!
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  537. Glad it was helpful for you!
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  538. A regular wrench would probably work fine here. I do think the s-wrench is better for brakes sometimes because of the confined spaces, so I always use it by default, but it isn't required. Good question! Thanks
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  539. I think I watched a video where they were 8mm on that car too. I can't explain that one but thanks for mentioning it for the comments.
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  540. Thank you! One of the reasons I started making these videos is because so many DIY videos out there have way too much downtime and go off into random tangents. My goal is to make videos that are clear and straight to the point. Thanks for the comment!
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  541. Replacing parts as they go bad as well as doing preventative maintenance will greatly extend the service life of any vehicle.
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  542. It should fit. They haven't changed the xt250 in decades.
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  543. I'm hoping to make some more videos with the Kawasaki this season. Any requests?
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  544. Sorry guys, it came with the adapter when we ordered it. I will look for a link to a different antenna that says it includes the adapter.
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  545. I totally understand! Maybe watching the video a couple more times would help? I'd be happy to help if you happen to live near Salem, Oregon. Basically, you just need to loosen the axle, then tighten the chain adjusters equally until the chain slack is within spec. It took me a couple tries to get it right.
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  546. Here are the directions I found for resetting the idle on Hybrid Toyotas: 1) Make sure the vehicle is fully warmed up. Do the procedure immediately following a long drive that runs the engine (highway speeds are best - not long gliding stealth runs at low speeds with the engine off). This will insure the coolant temp is at FULL operating temperature - it is not necessary to actually measure the coolant temperature if you warm up the engine sufficiently and don't let the engine shut down too long and cool off before doing the procedure. 2) With the vehicle stopped and in drive, press firmly on the brake to keep the vehicle from moving and then step on the accelerator while watching the power meter (to the left of the speedometer). Press down on the accelerator to keep the needle between 1/2 and 3/4 up the scale. You will find that the engine management system will automatically limit the engine load no matter how far you press down on the pedal so the amount you press is not critical as long as it is either 1/2 scale or to the engine's self-limiting load value. Keep the engine loaded for a full 30 seconds but not longer than 40 seconds (this procedure brings the hybrid battery up to a maximum state of charge - if you watch the battery symbol, you willl see it tick up to a "full" display). 3) Shut off the engine and place it in park 4) Wait 5 seconds. 5) Turn the ignition key back on to display "ready" 6) make sure the A/C and heater system controls are set to off 6) Lightly step on the accelerator pedal until the engine starts -then immediately take your foot off the accelerator and let the engine run until it stops by itself.
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  547. I thought about trying it that way but after looking into it, it's really not hard to remove this bumper. Glad you found it helpful. Hope you're doing well, Bat.
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  548. The exhaust is stock except for the yoshimura slip on.
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  549. I think the plug is on a wiring harness that runs from the top of the engine down to the transmission. It's been a while since I did this.
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  550. I should have done that! I will do that on the next test, thanks!
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  551. Transmission every 25k miles
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  552. Sounds like you have a loose belt if it's not old. I show how to tighten the belt in the video. If the belt looks old and you don't know how old it is, you might as well replace it before it breaks and takes something else out with it. They are pretty cheap.
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  553. Fitting, isn't it? 😆
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  554. I just sent in a 2 year old sample for comparison. Video on that coming soon.
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  555. I don't think anything has changed.
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  556. I'm happy you found my video helpful! Good luck with the job.
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  557. I would typically agree but these sprockets only had 400 miles on them and looked brand new. Decided to just do the chain this time.
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  558. Thank you!
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  559. To increase viewer retention rate. Nobody pays attention in school.
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  560. Very good of you.
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  561. I'm surprised to hear that! I did swap out the levers during this install but I had no idea the factory levers were too long. Didn't try mounting the hand guards until after I installed the Zeta levers. Sorry about that!
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  562. Thank you
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  563. Thanks for the suggestion! I'll have to look into how to do that.
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  564. Getting there... Thank you
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  565. Good! Glad you got it done. I remember struggling with the interior temp sensor too. Had to use a little more force than I wanted to but it went in without breaking anything. I don't remember exactly how the dash comes apart off hand, but take off extra parts if you think it's necessary to get the sensor back in.
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  566. I'm currently running these tests again with that oil. Stay tuned!
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  567. Interesting, I will look into that. Thanks!
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  568. Yes, we still have it. I've been testing different oils and additives, and I think the problem is 90% resolved. Been thinking of trying Restore & Protect depending on the upcoming results, which I should have in a few more weeks. Thanks!
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  569. The man, the myth, the me. Happy to help, thanks for watching!
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  570. Thank you! I try to show everything that might be helpful.
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  571. Thanks for the info, I really don't know much about this car to be honest. Changing all the fluids and filters after buying a car is a great idea and more people should follow that advice. It seems like a lot of people don't understand the importance of keeping those things in good condition, treating cars as disposable items. Maybe that's why manufacturers make disposable cars these days? Thanks for the insightful comment!
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  572. Nice work!
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  573. That is an awesome compliment - thank you! I am kind of a perfectionist, so I spend a lot of time making these videos. Thanks again!
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  574. Gearbox. If measured at the wheel then my speedometer would still be correct after making this change, but it's off by about 8%
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  575. One on each bulb, I believe.
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  576. Impressive! And thank you.
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  577. If it's the same motor as the 2007 Camry then I think you're doing a very good thing. Our Camry has a lot of blowby and it is a common problem with the motors in this generation Camry.
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  578. Thank you. I may try this!
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  579. The car was already doing the hyper flash because of the front LEDs. Sorry, I should have mentioned that. We have not done anything to resolve it yet because it doesn't seem to bother the owner of the car.
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  580. I talked to the owner today and he will be ordering a relay to fix the hyper flash issue. I should have that video up within the next few weeks. Thanks for the suggestion!
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  581. Thank you. Nice when it's running, at least lol
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  582. You're too kind, my friend.
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  583. Yes, it sounds like this would work for you.
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  584. I do it to keep the engine healthy. Seems to be working. Has nothing to do with showing off as I only do it when nobody is nearby. Fuel consumption of one redline pull per day is negligible.
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  585. I sent in a 24 month sample in Part 2. Go check it out! https://youtu.be/7hJU112oUg8
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  586. Hi there! The video answers the oil change interval questions in the first 30 seconds. Personally, I don't ride more than a couple thousand miles per year, so I change the oil once every year before putting the bike in storage for winter, and the filter can stay in for up to 16,000 miles but I changed it when I bought the bike and again for this video without putting down a whole lot of miles. Check out my winterization video for more info on storing the bike if you don't ride year-round.
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  587. I did use the same oil for all three tests but a lot of commenters think there was something wrong with the first batch that went 10,000 Miles because the results were so different. I'm not sure, so I'm running these tests again with better oil and better methods. I think the knocking that they're referring to is from the hydraulic lifters. I've heard that hydraulic lifters won't operate properly when the oil gets really dirty. Hope that helps!
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  588. You could get your own oil analysis if you want to know for sure. The current price is $35.
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  589. Happy to help!
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  590. I don't think that's necessary and I've never heard of anyone doing that. Too much pressure could certainly blow a seal somewhere, but I'm not sure how much it would take. I think your best bet is to make sure the oil is warm so it drains out well, and change it at least once a year so carbon doesn't build up or seep into the bearings and seals. If you ride a lot then you should change the oil more often. You can get an oil analysis done for about $30 if you are curious about the condition of the oil when you change it, and there are "oil flush" products you can buy for an extra deep clean, but you shouldn't need that unless the engine has been neglected. I have a video about having oil analysis done on my BMW, so check that out if you are curious about what the lab would be able to tell you.
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  591. There's a link in the video description
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  592. Thank you for the tips for improving these tests. I am running these again and am keeping a list of things like this for next time. This was one of my early videos and I did not expect it to get so much attention.
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  593. I completely agree
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  594. Sounds like your laptop was hanging on by a thread. Hope you get it fixed up!
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  595. Nope. I didn't realize they at the time. Currently running a new test with LL-01 grade Castrol.
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  596. An oil change is the most important thing for now anyway. I'm finishing a video on winterizing right now. Should be ready today if all goes well!
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  597. Thank you. I'm almost done with the next oil analysis video. Stay tuned...
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  598. Very good! I'm running these tests again with better oil and better methods. I think my 10k sample was messed up somehow.
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  599. I've owned this car for 16 years. Just hit 282k miles. So far so good!
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  600. Thank you
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  601. Sure, you can share this video with your channel. It's a good lesson to learn. Always remember to stay calm and act quickly, and don't get yourself hurt in the process. Accidents happen to everyone.
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  602. Yep, one or the other. I listed both because T30 is the better choice but many people don't carry them. Everyone has an 8mm socket.
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  603. I'll put it on the list but I don't have any experience with NCS yet. I'll start learning about it soon. Thanks for the suggestion!
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  604. Not directly but it seems like they should, doesn't it?
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  605. Others have suggested 10,000 km too. I'll add it to the list for my next test since it's been requested so many times. Thank you for the suggestion.
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  606. That is good practice if you aren't putting down too many miles between changes.
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  607. I covered that in part 2. Go check it out!
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  608. Thank you. My next Toyota video will probably be an oil comparison video.
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  609. I agree! This bike still runs great and my friend is signing over the title to me soon so I'll continue working on it in future videos. Great little bike.
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  610. lmao
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  611. You're welcome!
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  612. I could see this being a common ZJ owner thing lol
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  613. I'm glad this video helped!
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  614. I like that idea. There's more done to it than you might expect. I'll put it on the list. Thanks!
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  615. Hahaha thank you!
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  616. I don't think winterizing for a year would damage anything as long as you keep it in a safe place away from moisture and rodents. I would also do a thorough inspection before riding it again.
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  617. Thank you! I put this off for a long time because it didn't sound like much fun, but none of this is hard with the right tools. Follow the video and you shouldn't have any trouble, but feel free to ask if you have any questions.
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  618. On newer cars with that system I believe the idle will reset itself over time. To speed up the process you could make a lot of short drives turning off and restarting the engine more often. As a last resort you could try disconnecting both battery terminals from the battery and holding them together for 30 seconds. This will drain residual power from the computers to reset them, but may not work to reset the idle.
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  619. That is a really good question! I don't know the answer, but I suspect letting the car idle in 1st gear on an empty road might work.
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  620. Fixed it! Thanks for letting me know.
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  621. Thank you. There is a link in the video description for the spark plugs I used. Honda OEM.
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  622. Thank you so much. I do every bit of this on my own.
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  623. Thank you. I'd like to help but I just moved to Arkansas a few weeks ago.
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  624. Thank you! I am working on at least a dozen more E46 videos right now that will be released throughout the year.
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  625. Thank you! This video has suddenly taken off after two years and people seem to enjoy the scientific approach. I'll have to come up with some more video ideas in this style. Thanks again for the support!
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  626. You are right. I would get more views and more subs if I stuck to one vehicle. That is something I have thought about a lot but it's really difficult to come up with that much content on one topic especially because I have limited resources and I am not an expert on any particular vehicle. But the channel will continue to evolve and it will be interesting to see where it takes us!
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  627. I'm sorry but this isn't my motorcycle and I haven't done that job yet so I'm not sure how it is done either. You should look for a service manual for that bike. It should explain the whole procedure for you.
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  628. Thank you. Yes, chains do require a lot of maintenance, especially if you ride a lot, but you'll find a routine. Thanks for watching!
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  629. Glad you like it!
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  630. This is a friend's truck. He uses it to tow an excavator from site to site. No problems so far.
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  631. At least 5k seems fine for this car. I will try 7,500 miles next and if the lab says to go further, I will.
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  632. Not a bad idea. Maybe I will have that done with the next round of samples I'm currently working on. Thanks!
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  633. That's awesome! I'm redoing these tests with better oil. My 10k sample seems off.
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  634. The temp actually got up to 234 as I was arriving back at home, so something is definitely wrong. The owner wants to try a new thermostat then a new radiator if that doesn't work, but he's not concerned about throwing parts at the car. I suspect it is a combination of the new front splitter, a clogged radiator, and the cold air intake I just installed.
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  635.  @raymondshartrand40  I agree the radiator is probably clogged up and that would help. I really like your idea of setting the fans to come on sooner. I'll have to look into that.
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  636. Thank you. I often feel like I'm putting too much time into these videos so it's good to hear they are appreciated. Thanks for the encouragement.
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  637. No room
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  638. It's not too tough but you do have to make sure you don't force anything plastic that might break. Follow the steps in the video and there shouldn't be any problems, but let me know if you have questions. I replaced both headlight bulbs when I made this video and neither side is more difficult than the other. Let me know how it goes!
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  639. If the bottom bolt feels stuck, try using a breaker bar. A cheap one from harbor freight should work fine.
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  640. Yes, something seems odd about the 10k test. I changed the oil last last weekend with Castrol Edge Euro formula and will be comparing it to these samples in future videos.
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  641. Sure, as long as you aren't putting any part of your body under the car. Scissor jacks are probably the most dangerous. I would remove the wheel, then place it under the car near the jack to keep the car from falling all the way to the ground in a worst-case scenario. Ideally, you'd want a rolling floor jack and a set of jack stands for this, obviously.
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  642. I went over lab results from a 2 year old sample in Part 2 of this video, and am currently running a 15k mile test with better oil. Stay tuned...
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  643. You must put down a lot of highway miles, which means you could more safely go longer between oil changes than 5,000 miles.
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  644. 16 years in this car and I finally have the right tools for this. Priorities are stupid.
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  645. Thank you
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  646. They are powder free nitrile gloves.
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  647. Yes
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  648. Thank you!
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  649. That's a good idea. I should have a compression test kit anyway. I'll look into trying that wheel polish on the headlights too. Thanks!
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  650. I think the owner got it from that CRFs Only website.
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  651. I had to look it up to be sure lol
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  652. Yeah it's hard not being able to see anything you're doing when replacing this sensor. Wish I could help more but you'll get it.
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  653. Ha! Thank you
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  654. I'm not sure how the exhaust changes the sound between sport and naked. That's not an opinion I'd ever heard before. This engine is always going to sound like a parallel twin. Personally, I'm really happy with the Yoshimura both for the sound and looks. It makes sense what you said about this motor not being ideal for a shorter gearing compared to other bikes. I bet it will do just fine when I go to longer than factory gearing. The person who suggested shorter gearing does own a 500r, but he probably got the idea from other bikes that are more suitable for this change. It just doesn't seem like this motor needs any extra leverage to accelerate faster - there's plenty torque. Best of luck with your upcoming purchase! You can't go wrong with a Honda motorcycle.
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  655. The spring connects to the inside of the filter cover. I regret not getting a good shot of that but you can briefly see it when I pull the cover off.
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  656. I wish! You have to remove the radiator cap to drain and refill with new coolant, and I couldn't get to the cap without removing the right side fairing. I could reach the cap without removing the fairing, but couldn't find any way to twist it off. Getting it back on would be even harder. I tried, but let me know if you come up with another way that works.
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  657. Nope, haven't ever had to replace mine. Thank you.
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  658. Yes! I am currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods. Stay tuned!
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  659. Happy to help! Make sure the tires aren't cracked and all the lights work, and it should be good to go. Have fun!
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  660. I have the pads and it's on the list! Thank you for the kind words.
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  661. Thank you! I have more xt250 videos in the works.
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  662. I am currently running these tests again with better oil. Can't wait to compare the results...
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  663. Glad you found the video helpful! You should also make sure to change the transfer case fluid, power steering fluid, coolant, and possibly the transmission fluid - that's something you should look into first if you have an automatic.
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  664.  @99AmethystZJ  I forgot to mention brake fluid. It's good you got a well maintained one - peace of mind is very valuable. Have fun!
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  665. It works with Volkswagen cars and it reads the transmission on my BMW. It probably does work with your transmission but you would need to contact the company directly to confirm this.
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  666. My first thought is that it could be a small vacuum leak. You could get a "paint can smoke tester" on eBay for about $25 and use it to find vacuum leaks. There are many places where there could potentially be a leak. Also check the simple stuff like making sure the air filter isn't clogged and the fuel is fresh.
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  667. Happy to help!
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  668. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil. Seems like something was wrong with the 10k sample.
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  669. You're very welcome!
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  670. That's the thing about customizing your own car - you can do it the way you want to. Everyone has different tastes and priorities. The owner had me install these for performance, not aestetics. Honestly, nobody is ever going to see them anyway so it doesn't matter how they look.
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  671. You said I "really should use a different lab". I just want to know which one you recommend and why. A list of labs is not particularly helpful.
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  672. Just tell them they are wrong show them this video :)
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  673. Well, you can choose where you want the installation files to be during installation, but the shortcuts to open the programs will go to the desktop by default. As long as they are shortcuts, you should be able to move those to any folder you want but the installation files have to stay in the location where they were installed.
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  674. Glad you got it sorted out!
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  675. I don't have any experience with that code yet but I just read that it it could be caused by carbon buildup in the idle control valve on BMWs. You probably already tried cleaning it since that was the first thing I found. Wish I could help more.
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  676. The only other things I can think of are dirty fuel injectors or old gas. Did the car sit for a long time recently?
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  677. Alright I'm out of ideas anyway. Yes, please let me know what you find out, and good luck!
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  678. There aren't enough in depth videos out there so I decided to make my own. This was a ton of work to put together by myself, so it's really encouraging to hear when people find them helpful. Thanks for your support!
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  679. I know finding the right helmet can be really hard for some people. I've been really lucky to have purchased 3 helmets online over the years and they have all fit well. Hopefully you can find the perfect helmet soon.
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  680. I believe for manuals it is the same except you leave the car in neutral. Please let us know if that works.
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  681. Right, not an e46 my mistake.
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  682. I'm not sure about Mac but I've run INPA on a PC from 2004 running Windows XP. These are old programs.
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  683. Hard to say. I don't drive much anymore either so I just sent in a 2 year old oil sample to see what the lab makes of it. I should get the results any day now if they haven't lost it...
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  684. Paint wont stick very well but maybe there is some kind of dye that might work? I think you can purchase just the plastic parts as well, which would be a lot easier.
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  685. I agree with that. I just uploaded a new oil analysis video a few minutes ago you might like. I sent in a 2 year old sample to see how it compares to a 6 month old sample.
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  686. The Honda has a linear power band. The Ninja has all the power in the high rpms. The choice is yours.
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  687. Yep, pretty much! Good luck!
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  688. Looks like it's out of stock on Amazon but you can find it on ebay and probably some other places. Powerbronze 301-H110-603 Thanks for watching!
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  689. Sounds like the caliper has rust round the bore for the cylinder that has made its diameter slightly smaller. If that's the case you could try cleaning it off with steel wool or sandpaper, maybe a Dremel if you can get it in there but dont make the bore bigger than it should be. And no, I would not reassemble it the way it is because it will just get stuck again. Hope that helps.
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  690. Good, glad you got it figured out!
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  691. A young woman (probably in her late 20s) and a 2 year old girl.
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  692. It looks like #8 in this diagram, which is listed as 6x25 https://www.partzilla.com/catalog/honda/motorcycle/2016/cbr500ra-2ac-cbr500ra/water-pump
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  693. It's a good idea to do shorter oil change intervals with your m54. The rings in those engines are known to clog up if you don't change it often enough.
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  694. I don't think you should need to drain the coolant fully, just make sure to bleed it properly when you're done. There's not a way to loosen the belts unless you mean to pull them off one pulley for slack. I would remove them completely so coolant doesn't spill all over them. It's pretty easy to take them off and put back on, and if you're planning to keep the car it's something you should get familiar with. Just my two cents but everyone does things differently.
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  695. The kits are free but you'll be charged $30 for each analysis once you send them in. Well worth it for a car you want to keep long term.
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  696. Yeah, I only did it to figure out how often I should be changing the oil. Might send in another sample when I hit 300k miles or later just for a checkup, but it doesn't need to be done every time. I'll probably end up doing the same with my Jeep and motorcycle.
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  697. I work on a flat surface with very stable jack stands, so I don't often use wheel chocks.
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  698. I know I didn't feel nearly as safe with my old jack stands, so I'd sometimes chock a wheel with those. Thanks for watching, I'm running tests for videos part 3 and 4 now.
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  699. That's a pretty accurate statement.
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  700. Unless I made a mistake, they're called the front sprocket fixing plate bolts and are listed at 10 Nm.
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  701. For example, he did a video saying to use NuFinish car polish on your windshield instead of Rain-x because it works better. I tried it and had issues with glare, and the water beading effect didn't last very long at all. Rain-x is great, I've used it for around 20 years now.
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  702. Got mine used on ebay.
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  703. I plan to test Amsoil in the future.
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  704. I agree, the fairings are definitely the hardest part but I hope the video makes it as clear as possible. $300 savings is worth a little effort for sure! Thanks for watching.
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  705. Wow, that's a real test. Let us know how the results turn out!
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  706. I do the transmission fluid in this car every 25k miles. Any longer and shifting starts to feel notchy. 288k miles on it now and works like the day I bought it.
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  707. Thanks, Mario! Welcome to the channel. I'm in Oregon but I've always wanted to visit the greatest state in the nation. Stay tuned, I have more C5 videos filmed and ready for editing.
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  708. I put some thought into it
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  709. Thank you so much. Glad you found it helpful. Hopefully the views will come in time.
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  710. That wouldn't be a real world test. Nobody does that.
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  711. That is true. I am currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods because of that, but I'm not going to do an engine flush between each oil change.
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  712. Yeah, it's a really strange design isn't it? I'm glad to hear the newer Fords are better.
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  713. He's got one of the best channels out there! Thanks for watching my silly videos too.
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  714. I'm not sure about either of those, but I've heard very good things about Valvoline Restore & Protect. I might give it a try on the next oil change.
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  715. There's a link to the belt in the description below the video.
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  716. Windows 7 or higher. 32 or 64 but should work.
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  717. I talk about that in Part 2. Check it out! https://youtu.be/7hJU112oUg8?si=6vxp9IP6HEFzTjD-
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  718. All I can say for sure is that it wasn't a problem for my car. If you're engine is in good shape without need for maintenance or repair, then I'd think there should be no problem with the oil after 11 months.
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  719. I wouldn't worry about another 500km in that case. Happy to help!
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  720. Wow, I didn't know the Rebel was so similar but that would make sense. Glad it helped!
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  721. Thank you
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  722. It looks sweet. There isn't much you can do to get more power out of these bikes.
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  723. I'd be concerned with losing viscosity over that much use, leading to more wear, but to what extent? I'm already working on this test.
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  724. I started working on it again yesterday but I need some good weather to finish filming. Should be ready soon ish...
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  725. Thanks for the motivation! Here you go: https://youtu.be/JNm_E8J_nnE
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  726. Right? The way it's spelled!
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  727. Wow, really? Glad to hear the video was helpful!
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  728. The point was to find out if it's really a risk. Apparently not.
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  729. There is no loss of stability or added vibration. The weight of the handguards more than offsets the bar end weights. I would not recommend mounting the handguards to the weights (if that's even possible) because the weights spin freely. Handguards need to be mounted to a stationary object.
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  730. Happy to help!
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  731. Happy to help!
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  732. Yes, I still have the bike and don't think I'll ever sell it. I think you're right about the fuel pump having the only filter but I'm not sure how often it needs to be replaced. It's not mentioned in the service schedule, but I'll have another look in the fuel pump section to see if it mentions anything. My bike is only at 16k miles and I think it can go a lot further, but I'll look into it. Thanks for the suggestion - I hadn't thought of that.
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  733.  @kevinsaint20  I added an in-line fuel filter to my last motorcycle but I'm not seeing a good way to do that on this bike because of the pressurized fuel line. There might still be a way, which would be a really good thing to add, but I'll have to look into it.
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  734. Thanks, man!
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  735. Probably true. I am running these tests again with better oil and better methods to find out.
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  736. Thanks, David. It's a good one.
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  737. Probably.
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  738. There's a lot of different opinions about that, I found. That's why I wrote "opinion*" on the screen when I said it. Also, motorcycle tires should be changed more often than car tires for added safety. What is the official source you go by?
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  739. That's an interesting idea! I will put that on my list - thanks!
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  740. I didn't forget you! Sorry it's been so long, but life has been crazy. I just posted a video on flushing the coolant and checking the cooling system. I remembered your suggestion and added some footage of cleaning the radiator and straightening the bent fins. Do you still have the bike? Here's a link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA72LgXtM7Q
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  741. Don't ask me I'm 5' 10"
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  742. lol
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  743. There's a link for the rear tire hugger in the description along with links for the other mods I've done.
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  744. That was my point.
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  745. Thanks for the input, and I agree. I am in the process of redoing these tests with Castrol Edge Euro formula.
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  746. There is no drain bolt for the reservoir. There isn't much coolant in there, so it shouldn't matter to mix it with new coolant. You could always suck out the old fluid with a hand pump if you want to get rid of all of it. Hope that helps!
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  747. Very impressive! We also refuse to buy a newer car because they're disposable.
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  748. Hey there, small world! Yes, these engines are great and definitely worth taking care of. It's already been 15 years and I plan to keep my 328i as long as possible. 7.5k seems like the ideal interval if you drive regularly. I hardly ever drive now that I'm doing YouTube full time so I'll be changing the oil once a year instead. I'll be doing an oil change video using a vacuum pump though the dipstick pretty soon. Thanks for watching and feel free to say hi if you ever bump into me.
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  749. It's true
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  750. I've always been interested in that cam swap and what kind of results it produces. Subscribed!
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  751. Thank you for the info! This is starting to sound like a real possibility in the near future. the b28 has good power but I'd love a little more, especially after owning it for so long. Needs a tune anyway. Thanks again, I might contact you with more questions on this down the road. Take care!  @moneyshifters 
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  752. Thank you. Yes, it is a 5 speed. Owned since 2007 and I will never sell. @moneyshifters 
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  753. Thank you
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  754. Thank you. Yes, people keep asking for that so I'll have to do it.
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  755. Rear should be fine. Just double check the oil level with both wheels on the ground. It will probably make a small difference.
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  756. Not really. If the jack fails, the car could fall off the jack stands. Game over.
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  757. Thank you. The fairings took some damage on my recent move cross county so I'm looking for some white paint to match. Not real happy about that but I'll do my best to repair it. I think that scorpion exhaust is the one I put on my friend's 500x in another video. Sounds great.
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  758. Thank you. I had someone pump the brake pedal while I operated the bleed valve.
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  759. Good question! I have seen photos of filters falling apart in these cars 15 years ago, but I think that problem was resolved some time ago.
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  760. I don't recall if it can read that data and I'm out of town right now. Your best bet would be to contact Foxwell directly. It is supposed to do everything a dealer tool can do, so I would assume it can probably read injector values but I can't verify that right now.
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  761. Classic Toyota reliability
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  762.  @fhtrucker62  As long as it's motorcycle oil and not car oil, Honda says 10w-40 should not cause any problems. If you really want an in-depth answer, send an oil sample to Blackstone Laboratories for analysis. I sent in a couple samples recently from my car and the results have been very insightful. They will also tell you what most other people use and what oil may be best for you.
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  763.  @kevinbodnar3246  Thank you!
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  764. Thank you. Yes, I believe you would need a dealer-level tool to properly bleed the ABS system. It shouldn't be a big problem if you do basic bleeds every couple of years. A lot of people never change the brake fluid but I don't recommend that, especially on a motorcycle.
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  765. Soot and particles are in the "Insolubles" category.
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  766. It could indicate the filter is catching those particles.
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  767. I cover this in Part 2. Make sure to check that out.
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  768. I'm planning to test that next. Currently testing Castrol European formula that meets LL-01 specs
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  769. Bikes are awesome! Have fun and stay healthy.
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  770. I'm not sure what combination of factors the computer uses to determine oil life but that is a really good question.
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  771. If you're not sure, you can send in a sample for analysis. It only costs $35 and will tell you a lot more than I can.
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  772. I would remove the battery and drain the gas. And expect to replace the tires before riding again. Thanks for watching!
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  773. What I mean is that the tires may need to be replaced due to age after 5 years.
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  774. Cool bike! To be safe, you might want to add fuel stabilizer and run the bike a little before draining the fuel so that any fuel left behind will not gunk up or corrode the fuel system. That would be my biggest concern with such a long storage period. Out of curiosity, why will you be storing it for five years? The brake fluid should be fine, and the oil (if clean) shouldn't cause a problem either. I hope everything goes well!
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  775. Hello! The mirrors I mounted are linked in the description. I don't see any size option for them. The arms look like they are about 6 inches long, if that's what you mean.
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  776. Yes, these ones seem like a good option. I hope they work out for you! Thanks for watching!
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  777. Must be a newer model. What year is it?
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  778. My Honda is due for a valve adjustment now. I just need to order a gasket and then I can get to it. Already have everything else I need, just been putting it off. This is a good time to do it, so thanks for the reminder. I'll order that gasket today. Thanks for watching!
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  779. Yeah, I'm fine. I was working on some BMW videos and ran into a couple roadblocks keeping me from finishing them, and then it got too cold outside to work in the garage much. Things should get back to normal pretty soon. Thanks for asking.
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  780. Sorry, I do not know.
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  781. Thank you for the super nice comment. It's always good to hear from viewers because it keeps me motivated. Many of these videos take 40+ hours to create so it's nice to know the work is appreciated. Good luck with the CBR project, they are great bikes. I plan to film some more maintenance videos with mine at the end of the riding season. Ride safe!
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  782. There's so cheap it's easy to keep a stash of extras.
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  783. I completely agree. Must have been a slightly cheaper way to do it?
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  784. Different part. Same procedure.
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  785. Definitely not electric on this car. I don't think any e46 has an electric water pump.
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  786. Postage for samples is prepaid by the lab.
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  787. It's unclear at this point. I'm running more tests...
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  788. Didn't notice any difference. The weight of the handguards is a good substitute for the bar end weights.
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  789. There's a link for the rear tire hugger in the description. If it's not currently available on Amazon you can usually find it on ebay.
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  790. I did mention that it rains a lot here but I should have been more specific. The humidity changes a lot throughout the year, but I'm in a valley surrounded by temporate rainforest, so it's pretty wet where I live.
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  791. Nah, he's a good guy.
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  792. It's best to just accept it.
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  793. Sometimes I wonder why I spend so much time on these videos but I'm glad people appreciate them. Thank you.
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  794. The owner says: "...really hard to tell. haven’t ran a track yet but i will this sat. normal driving seems to be quieter and I have noticed less of a bumpy ride 'from turbulence'. I’ll give more feed back once I get back from the track on Saturday."
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  795. Yes, this should work with the E39 chassis.
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  796. Problem? This engine is super healthy, apparently.
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  797. Being on a rear stand instead of the side stand does not compress the suspension signifcantly and the specs I gave are from the service manual.
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  798. I will start thinking about filming part 2 now that we're settled into the new house. Thanks!
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  799. I'm glad to hear that! Wish I had rebuilt mine from the start instead of buying those "remanufactured" ones. If you want something done right, you gotta do it yourself.
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  800. Small world! Watch out, she's an impulsive driver.
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  801. WJ started in 1999.
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  802. I lube it with silicone grease in the video. Works very well.
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  803. Every car is different and I can only say these results apply to my car, the way I drive it. The lab increased prices recently to $35 and for $10 more you can get a TBN test included.
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  804. I am out of town but will make a note to check the resistance of the FRM when I get home and will let you know. Thanks for watching!
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  805. Just checked and the FRM resistance appears to be at 10 ohms. I'm guessing you know a lot more about electrical stuff than I do.
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  806. Oh, very good! That's very handy of you. Glad I could help a little!
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  807. Haha, I guess I have to keep going with comments like this! Thank you so much for the support!
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  808. Wow, I didn't think anyone would ever see that. Thank you for reading the description, and Happy New Year!
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  809. You're very welcome! If you'd really like to help the channel there are links in the video description to donate, subscribe to my patreon or subscribestar, and to buy merch. Thank you so much!
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  810. I have not. I recently reduced the oil consumption problem on this car significantly with an oil additive. Video coming soon.
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  811. I think it became required on vehicles manufactured in 1995 and later, and I know early Grand Cherokees did not have OBD2.
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  812. It should all work as stated in the video. The files are on my Google drive and I haven't changed anything since uploading.
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  813. That's a lot of very short trips so I can't say my test is a good representation of that. It would be interesting to see an analysis of that oil.
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  814. I'm not sure. I recommend contacting Foxwell about this.
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  815. Thank you, I really appreciate that. I will be filming a couple more videos with the CB500X next week and I just finished filming videos on replacing the tires, chain, and sprockets on my 500R. I'm glad you like the vids, I put a lot of time into them. Ride safe!
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  816. You're welcome :)
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  817. Yes, that could be true. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil.
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  818. If you've already gone through the FAQ at the end of the video, check the comments here for ideas.
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  819. A friend of mine had a ~2005 Toyota Celica with the same issue. The valves wouldn't float at high RPM with dirty oil.
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  820. Yeah, pretty confusing without instructions. I had to figure this out on my own but I think this is the easiest way to do it. Glad you found it helpful!
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  821. I'm happy you enjoyed it! Am currently working on more videos like this.
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  822. Thank you. The hood, front bumper and front fenders were vandalized about 12 years ago so they have newer paint. Other than that I just try to avoid crashing the thing lol
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  823. Thank you
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  824. Thank you!
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  825. I'm glad to hear the video has been helpful for you! I didn't remove the tank in the video because I didn't have the tool to disconnect the fuel line. The tank was full of fuel anyway, so it would have been a pain. 3 years is a long time to sit, but it's a Honda so I bet it will be fine once you replace all the fluids and put a new battery in it. I just got home from taking my 500r for a relaxing ride through the hills. Have fun and let me know how it goes! -David
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  826. Next time!
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  827. Thank you! I appreciate you saying that. Good luck Monday!
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  828.  @melvinlucas6147  Good to hear! Thanks for all the encouragement. I will be focusing on this channel full time starting in mid June, so we'll see if it goes anywhere. I love making these videos and being able to help people. Honestly, I watch my own videos when doing these jobs again. Saves a lot of time and helps me remember little things I might have forgotten. Thanks again for your support!
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  829. I got them from a Chinese seller on ebay in 2017 for $54 USD. I just looked to see if they are still available but I can't find them anymore. There are other designs that are just as good or better, but these are the only ones I've used personally.
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  830. Sure is.
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  831. Then tell Shoei to edit that out of the instruction manual.
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  832. Standard size. Link in the description if you want more info.
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  833. You don't have to, but more coolant will come out when you disconnect the reservoir if you don't.
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  834. Nice! Enjoy that bike. I will try to finish this series within the next few months.
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  835. I've been meaning to give you guys a shout-out for a long time now, but this is my first BMW video in 6 months! My channel isn't very big either, so it might not help too much. Keep making great content!
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  836. They blink red and a hyper flash harness is needed to make them operate at normal speed but I haven't installed it yet. I will be covering that in an upcoming video.
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  837. Hyperflash harness installation video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKkT3UrJtAA
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  838. Pretty sure it was the 1.5 gallon version. I don't have it anymore so no way to check.
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  839. On ours, the valve cover gasket needs to be replaced because it leaks oil onto the belt, which causes it to squeak. Could be the same with yours unless the belt just isn't tight enough. If it's leaking, you could also try re-torqueing the valve cover bolts. I should try that too...
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  840. About 214k miles now. I believe the engine and transmission are original but am not 100% sure. Runs really well except for an electrical issue I've been chasing for years...
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  841. Thank you! I learned to use Photoshop just to make these thumbnails. I knew what I wanted to do and I watched YouTube videos to learn how to do it. What I do is pretty simple. I use the quick selection tool and mask to get rid of backgrounds in photos, add some text, outlines and/or outer glow and put it over the logo for that vehicle to make my videos easy to identify. Maybe I should make a video on it sometime.
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  842. They know nobody wants to pull those fairings off. Glad you are gonna save a bunch of money doing it yourself!
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  843. That works too, just takes a little longer. Good job!
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  844. The software and files provided in the video description are all I have. I'm not sure about the K-DCAN software you are asking about. Sorry I can't be more helpful. BMW has been cracking down on sites supplying these files so that's why they may be hard to find.
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  845. Thank you so much!
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  846. Thank you!
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  847. It's a 2000 328i with sport package.
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  848. Yes, it is an M3 replica bumper. Some people hate it but it looks good to me.
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  849. Oil from the cylinder head is entering the combustion chamber through worn valve seals.
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  850. Yeah, it can be done at home but I haven't done them because it is A LOT of work. Maybe I'll do them eventually...
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  851. Mine always come out that way. I've seen some e46 with a slightly different cooling system design but I'm only familiar with the design on my car. You'll have to take a close look and find a way to get that sealed. Sorry I can't help from here.
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  852. Yeah, I think I will still do that. In the middle of moving cross country at the moment but I'll get back to filming in a couple weeks.
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  853. That video is coming shortly. I just got the coolant in the mail.
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  854.  @gomorragustavo9699  Thanks for the suggestions! I will keep them in mind when planning that video. I have had my fairings off once before and it was very difficult, especially to get them back on. I'm in school right now, so I probably won't have time to do that video for another week or two when summer break starts. Thanks again for your input :)
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  855. That's so nice to hear! I'm glad the videos were helpful. I just recorded some more 500r videos, so stay tuned. Ride safe, my friend.
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  856. Thank you
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  857. Probably, but you'll have to try and let us know if it works.
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  858. I never considered buying the cheap stuff but in this car it would probably be fine. maybe I'll do a comparison video.
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  859. You're quite welcome!
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  860. Thanks! Glad you find the videos helpful. I installed a brake light flasher module I found on Amazon for about $25. It's a little confusing to program because of the poor instructions but it's highly customizable. Makes me feel a lot safer when riding in traffic. I just added it to the links in the description. Thanks for watching!
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  861. Apparently not true.
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  862. I live in a temperate rainforest.
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  863. Glad I could help!
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  864. I got the Yoshimura on Amazon. There is a link to it in the video description. If you use that link to purchase it, I get a small cut at no cost to you and I really appreciate it. Thanks for watching!
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  865. It does go out of stock sometimes but it will be back. Hope you can get one soon! Definitely my favorite choice for the 500r.
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  866. Dang, I'll try to find another link. I paid around $520 on Amazon.
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  867. Sounds like the unit you got has enough resistance for one bank of turn signals at a time but not enough resistance for all of them at once. I am not familiar with the Alla brand.
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  868. There's essentially no difference between adjusting the chain with the bike on a side stand vs rear stand. I checked.
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  869. I just googled it and Dr Gini appears to be BMW software that works with EDIABAS. Didn't show up as a virus on any of my computers.
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  870. Kind of disappointing, eh? I'll have to try this repair again with a more reputable product.
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  871. Thank you!
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  872. Lo siento verdad pero no tenemos el Mercury Montego. No sé cómo sería en ese carro. Debería haber videos en YouTube para eso pero no te puedo ayudas con este problema :/
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  873. $22 would be nice.
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  874. It looks like those cars use the enet cable with a different program called E-Sys. I have not worked with that program yet.
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  875. Happy to help!
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  876. Thank you
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  877. Has probably gone up in value since I bought it lol
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  878. Same as the other side. I did not need to remove the throttle tube. I have a video just on removing the bar ends but I don't remember if the footage is any different.
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  879. High quality jack stands work fine.
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  880. Who told you jack stands aren't safe enough?
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  881. Seriously, who told you jack stands are dangerous? This is not a common belief.
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  882. I believe in gravity. I don't believe in comments that make no sense.
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  883. I've never heard of good jack stands failing. We are all told to use jack stands for safety. I'm really confused as to why you think that they're dangerous. If you could just explain where you heard this or why you believe it then maybe it would make more sense to me. If you can't explain it then perhaps you should reconsider holding such a strong opinion.
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  884. Using only a Jack is unsafe. Jack stands are how we stay safe under a car. If you want to pile more junk under the car then feel free but it may impair your ability to do the work.
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  885. Either bushings or tie rods. I've never had to replace the tie rods in 18 years of owning this car, though.
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  886. Modern engines are pretty well sealed but I would be worried about transmissions and differentials that vent to atmosphere.
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  887. Thank you for the input, and I agree on many points. I am currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods, and will also be opening the valve cover periodically for a peek inside. Mann filters are common in Europe, I believe, and they are the only oil filters I have ever used in this motor. I also plan to run future tests with Amsoil and a better filter that I haven't chosen yet. Thanks again for the comment and the sub!
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  888. You'd have to talk to your dealership about that.
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  889. Thank you. Good luck with the analysis!
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  890. Maintenance is key.
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  891. The oil in your engine is not the same as what's pulled from the ground. It has been refined and received additives.
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  892. I'll send that suggestion to the owner. Is it a common thing to replace on this car?
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  893. Thank you! There will be more to come.
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  894. Thank you!
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  895. Matt says he bought them from Rally Raid, but later he found out they are cheaper from Revzilla. Looks like Rally Raid has a photo of black bars but Revzilla shows aluminum. Revzilla also offers more colors for the plastic parts, so they may be a different model - I'm not completely sure.
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  896. riiiiggghhhtttt....
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  897. Never! This is a friend's bike. I went down to California for a few weeks to work on his 3 motorcycles.
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  898. Maybe!
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  899. The plugs were torqued to spec.
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  900. This mount probably won't work with your bike.
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  901. I'm not sure. Are there?
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  902. You're right, I thought this was a Yamaha video at first glance. Looking at the video again, it looks like the slit in the chain guide is directly next to the spot I measured and is also over the chain slider, so I am not seeing how it would change anything. Is there a different slit you are talking about? Sorry if I'm missing something here.
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  903. Yikes, I hope your day gets better. I didn't measure from 2 inches ahead of the slit so I can't agree with anything you've said. Really hope you don't find my tire change video... lol
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  904. Chain slack is the distance the chain can move up and down. If you measure from the swingarm then you aren't measuring the chain slack anymore, you are measuring the chain slack plus the thickness of the chain slider. The chain does not travel down into the chain slider, so I'm not seeing why you would include the thickness of the slider in the slack measurement. You are correct that I should have mentioned measuring from the tightest portion of the chain. I will add that to a pinned comment.
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  905. Okay, that makes sense the way you've explained it but I still hate it. I will add another note to the pinned comment about this. Thanks for clarifying this.
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  906. Thank you
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  907. Hmmmmmmmmmmm...
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  908. Yes, many people have commented on both of these points. I am currently running these tests again with better oil and I will request TBN for all samples.
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  909. No, I did not have to remove that. Haven't noticed any clearance issues.
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  910. lol
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  911. Did you ask what was wrong with their equipment?
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  912. I plan to go back to stock or possibly longer gearing than stock once this set wears out.
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  913. They say oil breaks down faster with more heat. Maybe you should get an oil analysis done and see if there is a difference in your climate?
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  914. Happy to help!
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  915. I am happy to help! Ride safe, friend.
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  916. Yeah, for the street it's been absolutely great. I've only used a handful of helmets on motorcycles but this one is easily my favorite so far.
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  917. If it works, it works!
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  918. I would do it more often if I had an s54 too.
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  919. Let me start by saying I am not very good at diagnosing electrical problems and I have never tested the amperage of my system, but here are my novice thoughts. If amperage from the alternator with the engine running is low then you may have an alternator issue. Increase idle speed to 1,500 RPM and see if it improves, which may be normal. Disconnect the battery and test it separately. If amperage at the battery is low you may need a new battery despite it showing good voltage. You can have it tested somewhere that sells batteries. I would also check for and clean/replace any corroded grounding points and damaged battery cables. I wish I could give a better answer but this is a topic I don't understand very well.
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  920. Geez, thank you. I'm finishing a chain and sprocket replacement video at this moment so I hope you like that one too. Thanks for watching!
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  921. I don't know what the best oil is for your car but it shouldn't develop sludge unless you're using lower quality oil than recommended or not changing the oil often enough.
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  922. Every turbo and diesel engine owner will quickly refute this. Their oil can turn black within a few hundred miles.
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  923. I'll see if I can find some
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  924. I'm not seeing copper or a spring on the bottom of the tank.
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  925. I wasn't looking forward to this job but it was easier than I expected. Wish I could have gotten the camera in there better but you have to replace the sensor blind anyway. Just take your time and make sure you have the right tools.
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  926.  @levigardner1151  I didn't run into that problem on my Jeep. It has a 5.2l V8 - does yours have the same motor? What year is it?
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  927. I can't find any diagrams that show what's going on here but my best guess is that the design changed between 1996 and 1998. Some people delete the EGR but my jeep was bone-stock when I bought it, so I assume it's in there somewhere. I watched a couple other videos before I made mine and I didn't see anyone else have this issue. I wish I had a better answer for you, but please let me know if you find the solution.
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  928. Might need cleaning while it's off. Good luck!
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  929. Oh, that makes sense that your Jeep is different because of California emissions regulations. That sounds like a big pain. Was it difficult to remove the EGR tube? Glad you had help from small hands! Thanks for the update, it could help someone in the future.
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  930.  @levigardner1151  Doesn't sound too bad. I'm glad you were able to get it worked out. Now, onto the next thing!
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  931. @robbrown20 it's possible your Jeep needs a different sized socket.
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  932. Not really necessary since you aren't working with any live wires for this but you can never be too safe. Also, it's best to disconnect the negative terminal instead of the positive one to prevent a short circuit.
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  933. So far so good 🤷
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  934. Hopefully I can do that someday. These results really only apply to this car.
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  935. The owner provided me with a Hiflo Filtro HF141. I included a link in the video description for a K&N filter because I couldn't find the same one on Amazon. Enjoy the new bike!
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  936. Thank you
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  937. Thank you
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  938. Thank you. The minor flaws are hidden well in 1080p.
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  939. That's the Internet for ya...
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  940. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods. I think I can get better results with the next 10K sample.
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  941. I just do the regular maintenance you're supposed to do. Seems like most people don't.
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  942. Happy to help!
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  943. This car does not have an electric water pump.
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  944. The painters tape kind?
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  945. Thank you for clearing that up. I had never heard of frogzskin air vents. Looks like they would work better than the vents I used.
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  946. Can't help it, I've lived here nearly my entire life. Funny how so many people get it wrong.
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  947. It's not mine and I haven't checked it since I made the second lowering video but I know it's not perfectly level.
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  948. Nice! I'm glad to hear this worked for you.
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  949. I cover exactly that in Part 2. Check it out! https://youtu.be/7hJU112oUg8
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  950. Okie dokie doo!
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  951. Gear oil might not have the same results because differentials are vented, but I'm really not sure. The front diff fluid in my Jeep is 5.5 years old with only about 10k miles on it. Maybe I should send a sample of that in for analysis?
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  952. Thank you. I plan to make more videos like this.
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  953. I grew up with people calling it Pensludge. Sounds like they've improved lately but the stigma remains...
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  954. Thank you, I will forward that info to him.
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  955. That is common and I believe it is either the differential mount or transmission mount. I don't remember which one is most often to blame. I had that clunk when shifting for years but finally had those mounts replaced when I had the clutch done and the clunk went away too. By the way, if those mounts are worn then it's probably time for motor mounts too. I did those myself before I started making videos and it was a little tricky but not hard.
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  956. That won't hurt the engine, but it will definitely hurt your wallet.
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  957. Yep.
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  958. I'm not sure but please let us know if you find out.
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  959. All links are in the video description.
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  960. That makes sense but I would think that larger particles increase proportionally with smaller particles. Any labs you recommend?
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  961. That stuff drives me nuts too!
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  962. That's correct. I am currently redoing these tests with LL01 grade oil.
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  963. Make sure your computer has no pending updates, all connections are secure, and you've gone through the FAQ at the end of the video. Also, check the comments here for more tips. Other than that, I'm out of ideas.
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  964. Not sure what "ramps" you are talking about. I don't have any ramps.
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  965. Happy to help! I don't think I'll ever sell this bike.
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  966. Dang, that's a huge bummer. Sorry to hear that.
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  967. Never had rust issues on any of my vehicles here in Oregon. No salt on the roads here in the winter.
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  968. That's terrible. Same reason I won't move back to the coast. My parent's cars were always rusting out when we lived there.
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  969. I'm not sure but it sounds like the program didn't install correctly. I would try uninstalling and starting over. If that doesn't work I would try it on another computer. There shouldn't be any problems like this.
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  970. That's a good question.
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  971. I'd be interested in hearing the results from your analysis! Love those cars.
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  972. Which country?
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  973. This bike doesn't have ProTaper bars so it takes standard size grips. If you aren't sure you can measure the bar width with a caliper micrometer.
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  974. I didn't think about hard water being a problem for some people. Thank you for bringing that up and for your suggestions on how to deal with it. I agree that you wouldn't want to flush the engine with hard water. Thanks again and Happy New Year!
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  975. Sounds like either the part that connects to the track is broken, or there is something behind it jamming it up.
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  976. Funny, some people say I'm using the best filter available for this car. Fram certainly makes some of the worst.
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  977. Holy cow, those are BMW washer prices! lol thanks, Honda...
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  978. After reading these comments the owner of the car has decided to drill some vent holes in the front lip, and will replace it with a different one eventually that has an air scoop built into it. I haven't heard the results yet but we really appreciate all the input in trying to figure this out.
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  979. I would trust the manual. There should be a sticker on the swingarm that also says how tight the chain should be.
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  980. The owners manual for this car actually says to change the oil every 2 years or 20k miles. If I listened to that, I don't think my engine would still be with us.
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  981. Yes there is.
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  982. Yes, I will be trying that soon. Thank you!
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  983. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  984. Nope, there was not any contact there on this bike.
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  985. Thank you
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  986. I think it's 20%
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  987. This car takes 6.9 quarts. Yes, more oil should last longer in engines the same size.
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  988. I replaced the chain and sprockets in a more recent video, and used a rivet style master link.
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  989. Oof. How many cars have you let your wife destroy?
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  990. She knows we're talking about her...
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  991. I'm glad I could help. Thanks for watching!
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  992. Watch part 2.
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  993. @MrReese go watch the 10 year sample I did with transfer case oil in my Jeep and let me know what you think.
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  994. I still would have expected a lot more degradation over ten years for any kind of oil. Intervals are longer because the TC isn't exposed to combustion.
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  995. Maybe? Maybe not.
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  996.  @diggy-d8w  Thank you for the kind words. I actually had to replace the rear brake caliper because it was damaged, so I have a video on that which includes bleeding the brake fluid. Never got around to making a brake pad replacement video but it just takes removing a couple screws. Good luck on your search for a used bike!
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  997. I agree. I am currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  998. If it's rusty, an impact driver might be a good investment. I recently got one and it's instantly become one of my favorite tools. Good luck tomorrow!
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  999. Thanks for the tip. I'm not good with electrical stuff but that makes sense given the way the electricity wants to flow. The issues with the Jeep slowly crept back since this update and got so bad that it started misfiring and throwing codes for O2 sensor high and low voltages. I've been chasing this problem for years and can't figure it out. I gave up and took it to a shop a month and a half ago and they haven't figured it out yet either but at last update they suspected a damaged wire coming from the PCM. It won't be a cheap fix.
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  1000. No clips at the bottom. The video explains everything I had to do.
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  1001. All the Honda 500 bikes share many parts but I don't have a way to confirm if the fork stem is the same. If yours looks the same as mine in the video, it's a safe bet they are the same size. Yes, I definitely recommend this location for mounting. I've had bar mounts before and this one vibrates much less.
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  1002. Yeah, that should work. These aren't very fine filters and they aren't oiled.
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  1003. Glad I could help!
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  1004. Follow the advice in the video and you should be good to go. I based the video on the service manual.
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  1005. All I have is what I've shared on the Google drive.
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  1006. I talked about that in part 1. This is part 2. Check out part 1 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1ZJJyfph4M
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  1007. I wonder how they tested that.
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  1008. Interesting. So that would mean almost entirely city miles but I wonder if they kept track of the city/highway ratio somehow. And how would that translate to cars that saw more highway miles?
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  1009. I thought the same thing when I was new to cars. It's likely just placebo effect, or maybe there's a more accurate term for it.
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  1010. This is the standard software for these cars. What software did you pay for that is easier?
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  1011. Which sensor?
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  1012. Thank you. These specific results only apply to this car, the way I drive it. Every engine is different, they use different oils for specific reasons, and the quality of maintenance matters too. Check out my other oil analysis videos done with other vehicles to get a better sense of what these numbers mean, or better yet, have an analysis done with a sample from your own car.
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  1013. Thank you, I'll work on the music.
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  1014. It's been 2.5 years so you still have time to be right but I just drove this car 2,200 miles for a cross country move and it's in great shape.
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  1015. Guess you better keep your air filter clean.
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  1016. Not sure what you mean. There is no third connector as far as I can tell. The black box on the wiring harness contains the resistor, if that's what you mean.
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  1017. Seems to be true
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  1018. I think the owner of the car just enjoys modifying it.
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  1019. Thank you, kindly.
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  1020. Sure there is.
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  1021. I'm not sure. They were on the bike when I bought it.
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  1022. It's an ASUS Zenbook I got in 2017 or 2018. I made all my videos on it until recently. Great laptop.
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  1023. A lot of different things could cause a rough idle. Have you had your battery tested recently? If the alternator was bad then the battery might have deteriorated to some extent. Aside from that it could be anything from spark plugs to a sensor to old gas etc.
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  1024. The plastic may look similar but you might notice a difference in quality once the cheap one breaks and sends your phone tumbling down the highway.
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  1025. Is that the model that keeps catching on fire or the one that's losing power via planned obsolescence?
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  1026. At 2:03 I show the screws in the bowl. They are in the same orientation as they fit on the right side fairing (front bolt on the right, upper middle on top, lower middle on bottom, and rear on the left). Looks like the rear and lower bolts are the same but the other two are different sizes.
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  1027. Interesting...
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  1028. Why not change it every 1,000 miles?
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  1029. That's a good way to increase carbon build up, which will not help the engine last longer.
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  1030. Interesting idea! I'll look into that.
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  1031. lol... it was overheating a little at the time of filming. The owner of the car has cut out some vents in the center of the splitter since I filmed this video. He also installed a vents where the license plate goes. Temps are good now.
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  1032. Good question! I don't have an ELM327 but let us know if you try it and if it works.
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  1033. That makes sense to me. Thanks for the tips!
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  1034. Yes, but the footage was from two different days. It's really sunny in the shots showing a dark visor.
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  1035. Gracias!
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  1036. That's understandable. Things are sometimes more difficult than they look in these videos anyway.
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  1037. Install any due updates, restart the computer, and try again. Try a different computer. Try running in compatibility mode. Make sure you read all the FAQs at the end of the video.
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  1038. You probably got oil on the exhaust pipes while changing the oil filter. It will burn off.
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  1039. The lab recommended against it unless additives were added to the oil. There is also an extra charge for it. Many commenters have requested the TBN so I will have it done in the future.
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  1040. True! It's a word we never use here in the US, so it sounds funny to me.
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  1041. Interesting idea!
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  1042. Seems to be true
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  1043. I didn't film doing it one handed, but it can easily be done by using your thumb to press the clip as you grab the phone.
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  1044. I agree. Am currently redoing these tests for comparison.
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  1045. NGK seems to have the best reputation, and their Iridium spark plugs should last 50k miles or more. I've also used Bosch plugs without issue but I've heard a lot of complaints about them.
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  1046. Let us know if that works for you.
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  1047. That's a really good tip that I forgot to include. It will get oil cycling through the engine faster on the first start after an oil change. Thanks!
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  1048. Interesting, thanks for the tip!
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  1049. Glad I could help!
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  1050. One of my photos was featured on Just Rolled In. Just had to mention that.
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  1051. This car doesn't seem to burn or leak a significant amount of oil. I have never needed to add more between oil changes as the level stays at the top mark on the dipstick. Thanks for subscribing!
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  1052. If there's no rust, no mechanical issues, and the price is low enough, then why not? I wouldn't expect another 280k miles out of it though.
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  1053. Someone else recently commented the same but we couldn't figure out the reason. I'm sorry, man. It worked for me no problem.
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  1054. I know what you're saying, but technically, I don't think it makes a difference.
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  1055. Honestly, I wasn't looking forward to doing it either but it's just a lot of small, easy steps. I'm glad the video helped you.
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  1056. Happy to help!
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  1057. Sure, if you have infinite money.
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  1058. Didn't realize I had to explain that changing oil costs money and time. Sorry.
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  1059. After pulling the valve cover a few times, I can confirm that longer intervals make it dark and dirty but shorter intervals cleaned it right up. I'm not sure if the dark dirty stuff was only at the top or all through the engine.
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  1060. My next upload will be on a 2 year old oil sample and how time affects oil vs miles. Can't give away the results yet so stay tuned...
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  1061. Yeah, they've been available for a day and then out of stock for a month over and over. I was on a wait-list with RevZilla for a while and bought one as soon as I got notified they were available. I think that's the best way so far.
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  1062. Mine never felt tight around the skull. It sounds like you should try the next size up and see if it fits better.
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  1063. The cheek pads do break in a bit but my helmet remains more snug than my old one ever was.
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  1064. Thank you! Yes, I can see how the SW Motech bars might be a little easier to install but it was the engine mounts that gave me the most trouble, which would still be an issue with these. The protection seems similar to the Givi bars like you say, but I think the price differences you are seeing are likely based on the country in which you live. Shipped to the United States, the Givi crash bars are just $173 from Revzilla, while the SW Motech bars are a whopping $256. That's an extra $83, or an additional 48% cost for the SW Motech crash bars. So, it just depends on where you live, I guess. And no, the CB500x shown throughout these videos is a 2017 model.
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  1065. I've removed the belts at least a dozen times and never damaged the bolt. Make sure it is free of dirt so the tool fits in properly. Never heard of the issue you're talking about before.
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  1066. The temp actually got up to 234F by the time I got home, so that seems a little concerning. I think he said he saw 238F at one time. Thank you for all the ideas - I will talk to the owner about these and see what he wants to do.
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  1067. 0:27
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  1068. Glad I could help!
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  1069. You'll have to ask kawasaki about that one.
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  1070. You wouldn't be able to do this with ramps. The control arms need to move freely which means the weight of the car can't be on the wheels. Taking the wheels off just let's you move them around easier.
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  1071. If your car doesn't idle, you probably don't need to reset the idle.
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  1072. I love this channel. Watched this video twice lmao. The dishwasher one is one of my favorites.
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  1073. Heck yes!
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  1074. You're talking about the platinum plugs. I got the iridium ones, so they have a different part number. Confirmed fitment on multiple websites.
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  1075. Very true! And thank you.
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  1076. Thank you
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  1077. Very good! Glad I could help!
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  1078. Great idea. I haven't seen BMW branded oil anywhere so I'll have to look into it. Thanks!
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  1079. Holy low mileage! Enjoy the car!
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  1080. Thank you!
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  1081. To clean it.
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  1082. No problem! I still need to check the valves. Did yours need any adjustment?
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  1083. Thanks for the info! Mine is at about the same mileage. Gotta check it before this riding season starts.
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  1084. I have heard they aren't usually out of spec this soon. I would really like to make a video about it though.
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  1085. That's true. I didn't realize that until after making this video, but there is an update coming very soon to address this.
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  1086. Thank you
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  1087. Is that from wind noise or engine noise? If wind noise then maybe you could adjust the windshield?
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  1088. That sounds like buffetting to me. Keep playing around with your setup and you'll probably find a solution. Best of luck!
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  1089. You probably don't need to install as many Uni filters as I did. 3 or 4 is probably sufficient. Even just one or two should help some
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  1090. Yes, the procedure should be the same for bikes made between 2013 and 2021. I don't believe the motor has changed in that time.
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  1091. That's how I feel sometimes too.
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  1092. Like, my progressive jeans?
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  1093. Thank you. There's no trick to it. The jack fits under from the rear between the exhaust pipes.
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  1094. Mine just has the 6 bolts but I know other models can be a pain. Sorry, I don't have that experience with those bikes so I can't really give any advice on that.
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  1095. Mine is a 2016. There is nothing holding it in other than those bolts. 2018 looks different to me.
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  1096. @SlyNine I assume my engine isn't fully warmed until about 40 minutes of driving.
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  1097. True, this is more for the average driver than those in extreme climates.
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  1098.  @cartertwowheels3358  Hey there, I appreciate the input but have to disagree with and clarify a few things. You can't always have two hands on a wrench, but you can control the way you hold it and the forces you put on it. Someone with very little experience would be more likely to break something, so it's good to let people know. I haven't snapped a bolt since I was a kid except for a couple that were rusted through. These bikes come with steel sprockets. They aren't going to bend from what I was doing. Aftermarket aluminum sprockets are much more delicate but I don't think that is a common mod on the 500R. I could be wrong, but there's not much to gain from putting an aluminum sprocket on these bikes so I assumed it was not common, but I agree it is worth mentioning. The axle threads are also steel, so with all the weight off the bike the forces just aren't there to damage the threads if you tap it straight out. I had never heard that tip about the barcode on Michelin tires. I don't remember if these had a barcode since I wasn't looking for that, but that's really good to know for the future. Fortunately, I haven't had any balancing issues with these new tires after 1,000+ miles. Removing the ABS sensors is something I hadn't thought of but I also didn't notice them getting in the way. I just had trouble with the brake calipers. They seemed to tighten up just enough to keep the rotors from fitting even though I hadn't touched the brakes. I had the wheels off for a really long time since I was filming, so I think it was probably due to temperature fluctuations. Thanks again for the advice. I should be more clear about some of those concerns for people who really don't know what they're doing yet.
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  1099. Use the bult in windows unzipping tool or download winzip.
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  1100. I don't understand. Extract or unzip, whatever it let's you do. Did you restart after installing winzip?
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  1101. It's a Phillips number two. Number two screwdrivers don't fit in number one screws.
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  1102. They may have used different screws for some reason.
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  1103. You're welcome
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  1104. Thanks, Elijah! I always appreciate the encouragement. Ride safe!
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  1105. You're welcome, Grandma.
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  1106. Nope, it's an M3 replica.
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  1107. @CrveniE46 no problems with fitment but I don't remember who I bought it from or how much it cost. It's not OEM though. Had it installed about 15 years ago.
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  1108. If you donate $70 for analysis costs I will happily do this and dedicate the video to you. Very good idea.
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  1109. Good idea!
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  1110. All cars have an ebrake or parking break unless it's broken or been removed for some reason. Lever at the center console, pedal near the driver door, or pull rod coming from the dash are all versions of a parking break.
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  1111. There is evidence suggesting I am way dumber. Glad you found it!
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  1112. Air filter, spark plugs, fuel filter, old fuel, low battery, faulty engine sensors, or a dying fuel pump are things I believe could cause a low idle. Check the simple stuff first.
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  1113. Honestly, I do not know. Please try it and let us know if it works. Instead of putting the car in drive, try leaving it in neutral. Sorry I don't have a better answer for you.
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  1114. Wow, sorry to hear that. Good luck with everything.
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  1115. I cover all that in part two along with a 2 year old oil analysis.
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  1116. I'm currently running these tests again in the order you stated. Something seems off with the 10k sample here.
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  1117. 6.9 qts
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  1118. Idle will be smooth.
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  1119. Project Farm is the best.
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  1120. Glad you like it
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  1121. Thank you, glad you like it.
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  1122. Thank you! Took me about a month to edit this video. So much footage...
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  1123. It's hard to get it too tight but not impossible. Make sure it's tensioned properly as shown in the diagram.
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  1124. Condensation gets burned off when the engine gets up to temp but many short trips can cause a problem. I try to avoid short trips with this car.
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  1125. It takes a fair amount of water to make the oil appear milky. A head gasket leak could do that but I've never seen it in a healthy motor. If the crankcase is sealed as it should be, there will only be a small amount of moisture inside. Water should not be able to enter the crankcase.
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  1126. The engineers don't get the final say on maintenance intervals, the marketing department does. Advertise a car that only needs oil changed every 15k miles and you sell more cars. The cars only need to outlast their warranty. The manufacturer has no interest in how long the car lasts beyond they warranty period, unfortunately.
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  1127. There is no "caring" in capitalism.
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  1128. That's not so bad. I bought my Jeep for $1,600 and have put more than $10k into it in less than 40k miles. Right now I'm shopping for five new tires... Hope that makes you feel better 😉
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  1129. It can become an addiction if you aren't careful, but there are worse addictions to have.
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  1130. I'm just happy people are finding it helpful. Thanks for the comment!
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  1131. Sounds like something is broken. Try to pull the glass out and see what the problem is.
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  1132. It appears to be part of the "expansion tank retainer". Part Number 17111436250 (for manual transmission vehicles)
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  1133. Not that I'm aware of
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  1134. Ho yea!
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  1135. Hahaha thank you
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  1136. Glad you like it!
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  1137. Changing ingredients viscosity?
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  1138. Yes. The question is, how long does oil stay "fresh"?
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  1139. This car just has headlight bulbs and turn signal bulbs in there. Are you talking about daytime running lights? What year is your Yaris?
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  1140. Wow, I cannot find that information anywhere. If you remove the bulb it likely has the number printed on it. You could also call a Toyota dealer to get that info. I looked everywhere I could think of online. Sorry I can't tell you the answer right now.
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  1141. Glad to hear it! Drive safe
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  1142. Thank you :)
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  1143. Thank you, I do really appreciate comments like this. I will be making more 500R maintenance videos as time goes on, so keep checking back!
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  1144. Yes, I'm currently running these tests again with the European formula oil.
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  1145. None
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  1146. Worth it!
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  1147. Counterclockwise
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  1148. lmao
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  1149. Thank you and enjoy that car :)
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  1150. Thank you
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  1151. Average speed was around 40 mph. Good mix of city and highway.
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  1152. Good! I'm glad you found it helpful. hopefully I'll have the chance to film the proper way of adjusting it soon.
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  1153. In the video I mentioned that this engine doesn't leak or burn a significant amount of oil and I've never had to add any between oil changes. It always appears full on the dipstick.
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  1154. Happy to help! More E46 videos coming soon...
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  1155. This motor was built for it.
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  1156. Redlining the engine regularly is harder on the oil and internal engine components than not doing so.
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  1157. Probably about the same. I only redline the engine once or twice each time I drive it after getting thoroughly warmed up. That's not a lot of stress or heat. If I used the car at a racetrack we'd see the oil breaking down more.
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  1158. I haven't looked into studies on that, I just don't see many numbers on my lab report that could be improved. Redline on this car is actually 6k RPM. Rev limiter hits at about 6500 but I have only hit it a few times.
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  1159. Thanks :)
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  1160. I bought the same oil for all three tests but some commenters have said it can vary a lot between batches.
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  1161. I wouldn't recommend going by what they say but do what you think is best.
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  1162. They really make a big difference! The owner of the car just purchased some smoked LED tail lights to match, so I'll be installing those on Monday along with a K&N air intake and lowering bolts. Lots of C5 videos to come...
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  1163. To access the fog bulb.
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  1164. I cannot confirm that it does, but it should work through E85. Please let us know if you find the answer.
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  1165. My airbag light video lists all the BMW chassis numbers that the software works with like E46 and E85, but E90 is not listed.
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  1166. Nope, not yet. I haven't learned much about programming yet but it's on the list.
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  1167. Some people!
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  1168. Thank you
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  1169. Very interesting point. I can see how that might make sense.
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  1170. Glad I could help! My goal is to make clear videos that are straight to the point. Happy riding! -D
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  1171. lol they should be labeled metric. Weird packaging choices.
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  1172. Heck yeah!
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  1173. Thank you. It took some work...
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  1174. I am currently running these tests again with European LL01 formula that is supposed to be good for 20k miles. It will be interesting to see the difference.
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  1175.  @dejanfilipovic6369  I spent some of my free time over the last two days trying to find the answer for you - apparently this info is not easy to find! I have learned that the transmissions used in diesel BMWs are NOT the same as the transmissions in other BMWs. From what I read, Redline MTL 75w80 is the best fluid for the manual transmission in your 330d, but I COULD BE WRONG. Please try to verify this, but I think this is the right answer. Let me know what you find out.
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  1176. Okay makes sense. I'll leave them on the dash sometimes too but I get paranoid about someone taking them even if I'm close by. Personal problem lol. Thanks!
    1
  1177. If using Windows 11, try running in compatibility mode. If not, try reinstalling or try a different computer.
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  1178. 288k miles and no issues. I just used a borescope to look inside the combustion chambers and they're clean as a whistle. I use synthetic oil, not straight dino. Might try Amsoil next time though.
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  1179. Glad it was helpful for you!
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  1180. You and me, both.
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  1181. Thanks! I almost scrapped the footage all together. Glad you like it.
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  1182. Thank you!
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  1183. I've been thinking that would be a good one to try.
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  1184. How about the M52? That's what my car has.
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  1185. Thanks, I am currently running these tests again with LL01 oil.
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  1186. I just sent in A 2 year old sample, so we will find out soon...
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  1187. I didn't know about that but the owner was telling me he heard another (3rd) way to reset it. Unusual, but good to have options, I suppose.
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  1188. M3?
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  1189. Not that I remember.
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  1190. Yep. One side is the axle nut, the other side is the axle.
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  1191. Nope, I didn't have any issues with that.
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  1192. Thank you. The bolts I bought were still the same size socket - 14mm. I needed those bolts to make the crash bars fit over the skidplate. Take your 14mm socket to a local tool store and see if they sell one thats a little narrower. Cheap sockets are sometimes thicker than high-quality sockets.
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  1193. Interesting
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  1194. The valve seals don't look too difficult to replace at home but requires a tool that costs about $100. I'll be doing them soon. Thanks for the comment!
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  1195. I replaced it with a fuse. It's under the small plastic cover on the side of the fuse box.
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  1196. The whole dual battery system took a lot of time to sort out and I'm actually modifying it more today with battery quick disconnects after getting the batteries replaced under warranty for the 2nd time! I haven't been driving the Jeep enough to keep the batteries charged.
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  1197. Chemistry over color.
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  1198. Thanks for the tip, I may try that in an upcoming video.
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  1199. Thank you
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  1200. The new ones are just like almost every make of car these days. Nothing is built to last anymore.
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  1201. Sorry, I'm not familiar with software for your Mini. Hopefully someone can recommend the right program for you.
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  1202. Thanks! The owner says it's this one: https://ktmtwins.com/products/ktm-skid-plate-1
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  1203. I'll be doing an oil analysis video soon on a car that uses oil like that. I want to see if contaminates build up or leak out with the oil.
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  1204. Wow, very interesting. Good quality oil and filters seem to make a big difference.
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  1205. Thank you. I couldn't agree more.
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  1206. No water was found in these samples.
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  1207. The party here never ends! Glad the video helped!
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  1208. Have fun figuring out how many hours you've driven.
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  1209. With valve cover off, the engine of this car is golden in color after 7,500 mile oil changes. When I was doing 10k mile intervals years ago, it was much darker in color and I could see portions of burnt oil on and around the VANOS. 7,500 mile changes for a couple years seemed to clean it right up.
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  1210. Interesting, I was planning to send in a sample at around 20-25k miles.
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  1211. It's a long road but I won't give up. Thanks again for your support!
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  1212. Not really, they're just nameplates. Sorry I wasn't more clear about the bolts. The ones I got at the hardware store go in the lower side mounts where the crash bars overlap with the skidplate. Without the skidplate you would reuse the bolts already on the bike for the lower mounting points.
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  1213. I'm his distant relative, DavidBreak
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  1214. I'll never buy another Bell.
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  1215. Thank you. Purchased used in 2007 and I'll never sell.
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  1216. No, sorry.
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  1217. There is an extra fee for that test and this was one of my first videos. Lots of people have requested it (the TBN result) so I have included that in my more recent oil analysis videos.
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  1218. Wow, that is a country I have never heard of! The world is so big. Do you enjoy the cb500f? I have never ridden one. Thanks for watching!
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  1219. Yep, might as well throw it away.
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  1220. Our grandfather's were very wise men. It's so sad to see that knowledge slipping away. And very true about the jack stands. The new ones I'm using here give make me feel much safer than the old cheap ones I had.
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  1221. Thank you. It may say some other variation of "extract", or the extract comand may be in a slightly different menu location, but that should still do the job of decompressing the files so you can use them. I hope that helps.
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  1222. Did you install WinZip?
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  1223. Nice! I'm still very happy with my Shoei too. The transitions visor is great, just as good as my old one. I need to get that review video done...
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  1224. I just finished the Transitions visor review video if you're interested: https://youtu.be/JNm_E8J_nnE
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  1225. I don't think so but might be wrong. We did this after installing the K&N intake.
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  1226. I got them on eBay 5 years ago. They are called frame sliders and had no company name. The most similar ones I can find now are made by SATO Racing on ebay but the price is 4 times what I paid. I'm not sure they are worth $200 plus shipping, honestly.
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  1227. I am currently redoing all these tests with better oil. Will take some time...
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  1228. Thank you! I'm trying to find the time to make more videos.
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  1229. That could be the source of the leak but I'm not sure.
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  1230. It's possible but I've never tried it. If you keep snapping bolts, a torque wrench might be helpful.
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  1231. Dang!
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  1232. Thank you
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  1233. You're welcome
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  1234. It's on the list. Send money!
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  1235. Yep!
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  1236. I got them on eBay years ago and can't find them anymore. No name brand. Sorry!
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  1237. I've seen Engine Ice and Kool Guard MEG recommended for our motorcycles but I haven't used them myself. From what I've read, I would go with one of those if I couldn't find HP Coolant at my local Honda dealer.
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  1238. I think what happened is that the bolt came loose a long time ago and then seized inside the lever, which kept it from coming all the way out. I couldn't believe how fast the impact driver got it out, but no, it did not break off.
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  1239. I renamed that song "no beat but epic" so I could remember which one it was. Glad you liked the video!
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  1240. I'm running these tests again with better oil to find out for sure. A lot of people have pointed out that something seems off with the 10k sample. Molybdenum!
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  1241. Under 25.
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  1242. Hmmm it should work on windows 10. Make sure you don't have any pending windows updates. If all else fails, try on a different computer.
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  1243. Yeah you shouldn't have any trouble then. Good luck, man!
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  1244. Both adapters came with the mount.
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  1245. Insolubles should give some indication of the presence of sludge, but it's not a perfect indicator.
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  1246. I will be checking TBN with the next round of samples.
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  1247. I'm currently running these tests again but from lowest to highest without changing the oil.
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  1248. You're right. I'll have to make a separate video on that soon.
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  1249. Yes. I'm currently running these tests again with the correct oil.
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  1250. This would be a great time to clean the lenses! Good idea. We have talked about cleaning the ones on this car but have decided to replace them instead because one is cracked. I think I'll try cleaning them just out of curiosity now that you mention it. Would make for a good video. Thanks!
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  1251. Yikes!
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  1252. Thank you
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  1253. Yep, I put in 1.2 quarts in the video.
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  1254. I've been using Mann oil filters since I bought the car in 2007. I think they were recommended on the e46fanatics forum for being a high quality filter at a good price. I buy them in bulk and they last for years, but I only have one left and would be open to trying something new. I will say I've only heard bad things about K&N, but I've been using their reusable air filter for 15 years as well without any issues (that I'm aware of) so a lab test would be a good way to get the facts. Let me complete the next set of oil samples to compare with these, and I'll try a different filter in the next round of tests. Thanks for the input and for subscribing!
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  1255. That should work but I haven't tried it. Let us know! If you want to upgrade to another version of windows, you can find very cheap windows product keys at whokeys dot com.
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  1256. I have no idea but let us know if it works for you.
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  1257.  @unknowntalent1157  That's great to hear! Did you have any trouble?
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  1258.  @unknowntalent1157  Dang, it's no fun having to do this twice in a row. I hope it works with the new sealant. Let me know how it goes. Good luck!
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  1259. I will be doing it that way for the next round of tests. My work commute was 30 miles each way at the time of filming, but I also did shorter trips on weekends.
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  1260. True
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  1261. Thank you, I really appreciate the kind words. Comments like this definitely keep me going. Ride safe!
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  1262. I probably will
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  1263. Glad I could help!
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  1264. An easy thing to neglect but it's still my fault. Just hasn't been a priority I guess.
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  1265. Glad to hear it was useful!
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  1266. I wouldn't mix coolant with tap water but flushing the radiator with it shouldn't be a problem. It's also what most people do. Not a bad idea to be extra safe by using distilled water if you live in an area with hard water.
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  1267. I don't have any DeWalt tools. By the way, lithium batteries and the cars I work on don't have any overlap.
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  1268. I've never done less than 5k oil changes in 16 years. Bought with 82k now has 282k.
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  1269. Turbo engines need oil replaced more often. Run your own analysis for the best answer.
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  1270. Thank you! The bumper is from Hanson Offroad. I got it in 2014, not sure if they still make one for the ZJ.
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  1271. There is a link in the video description. Hope this solves your problem!
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  1272. It still works for me but is very slow. I think it must be an issue on Google's end. If all else fails, you can download the installation files from the original write-up that's also linked in the description.
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  1273. Thats hilarious! Thank you
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  1274. The first one is the most fun. Then it gets easy.
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  1275. You're welcome :)
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  1276. No I do not, sorry.
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  1277. Thank you. Sorry for not being more precise about the fitment requirements. I've only gotten to do a handful of videos with this bike so far.
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  1278. Glad you found it useful!
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  1279. Glad to hear the video helped you! This stuff can be pretty complicated and I don't understand much of it myself.
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  1280. I hadn't heard of RVS but will look into it more. Thank you!
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  1281. What is that based on?
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  1282. Crazy! Did you use my link?
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  1283. You might need to remove and clean the part of the intake that the IAC fits into. It's very easy, just a couple of bolts I think. Make sure to clean the mating surfaces for the IAC so it seals well. It could also be a throttle position sensor issue. I've had to replace both of these sensors twice over the years. They don't seem to make quality parts anymore.
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  1284. On the 500r? I'd never heard that before.
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  1285. I would love to do that but these tests are not cheap. I do accept donations but have only received one $20 donation in the last four years.
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  1286. This is my Friend's Maxima (that I recommended he buy) and he loves it. I am paranoid about it having a CVT but he's had it for a couple years without issues now. Seems to be a really good car.
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  1287. You're welcome. It's been debated far too long!
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  1288. Gracias y felicidades por elegir una motocicleta realmente buena. ¿Qué le pasa a tu luz de freno trasera?
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  1289. Thank you. I'll definitely be doing more Jeep videos this winter. Anything specific you'd like to see?
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  1290. The oil in diesel and other turbo vehicles can turn black after a few hundred miles. Some say it can happen almost immediately.
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  1291. Yeah, they might be good for keeping bees from building a nest inside but other than that you're probably right. They aren't filtering the air as well as the air filter does, they just keep larger things from getting in. I suppose you could just drill a lot of small holes in the air box cover for the same effect, but it might sound odd under load.
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  1292. I posted the video two years ago but it only had a couple hundred views until last month. Now it's at more than 130k views and has become, by far, my most popular video. Very strange, but I'm glad people are watching and adding to the conversation. Glad you liked it!
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  1293. No, we moved to Arkansas in November. I think I saw a couple 500r riders in the McMinnville area but never got a close look. The Willamette Valley is such a better place to ride. The traffic here is kinda intense.
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  1294. So true. I changed the oil on a friend's 2500HD and it completely changed my perspective on this. I need to amend this video.
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  1295. That's what I'm planning to do but first with Castrol European spec oil. Stay tuned...
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  1296. Thank you! Trying to get back on track after a big move. Thanks for the support.
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  1297. No coolant found in these samples.
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  1298. There's a link in the video description
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  1299. Thank you!
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  1300. Yes
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  1301. That's a good idea. I'll have to think about the best way to do that. Thanks!
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  1302. Yeah, it's constantly in the back of my mind. I'll probably end up doing it.
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  1303. I wish cars came with hours meters. I tried looking for an aftermarket one but only found units made for small engines.
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  1304. Thank you
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  1305. It's probably just a bad gasket or something simple. I don't think that's a common issue, but Honda should be happy to fix it for you under warranty.
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  1306. Nice tri color. That's the one that made me want a 500r in the first place.
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  1307. Happy to help! The AutoZone tool rental program is a life saver.
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  1308. You're saying this to a guy who owns and maintains 7 bicycles, haha I know what you mean. It would be nice if a belt drive conversion were possible, at least.
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  1309. The owner said the new spark plugs and coils seemed to improve throttle response and low end power. It's hard to say how real that is without a test but it's probably true to some extent.
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  1310. Thank you.
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  1311. Thanks so much for the awesome comment! Those are some really good bikes you have there. Somebody else commented a few months ago saying they also have an xt250 and a cbr500 (r model I think) - it is a good combination of bikes. The 500f should be a really fun track bike! I'm always happy to hear when people find my videos helpful. I put a lot of time into these. And thank you for the video suggestions, I will certainly add those to the list. I plan to film some more Honda videos this winter but I've got one more coming out pretty soon that will be more of a long-term review of the bike. I agree with you on all the reasons for not selling the 500 and I'll probably hold on to mine forever as well. It's a perfect bike for what it was designed to do, and mine gets compliments all the time too. Great bikes all around. Thanks for watching, and let me know how the project goes. Ride safe!
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  1312. lol what?
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  1313. Worked for me on Windows 10
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  1314. In part 2 you'll see a decrease in calcium.
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  1315. Maybe even sooner for a turbo. Wish I had one to test...
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  1316. Thank you!
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  1317. Sometimes I feel like I'm putting too much time into these videos. Thank you for the comment.
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  1318. Happy to help!
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  1319. Heck yeah!
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  1320. That's nuts.
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  1321. That would be very interesting to see!
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  1322. Which part did you replace from this video? I'm not sure what you are thinking needs resetting.
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  1323. Guess I'll just have to try one. Ride safe out there!
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  1324. Correction! After looking at my records, I realized it took twice as long as I stated in my previous comment for those oil changes. I hadn't considered that I have two other vehicles I was also driving about half the time.
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  1325. On my 2016 model you wouldn't need to remove the right side fairing but there is an electrical connection behind the left fairing that needs to be disconnected to raise the tank. I looked for a way to avoid removing the left fairing but it was necessary. My frame sliders do not get in the way at all. I don't think it would be an issue with other styles of frame sliders either but can't be 100% sure. Good to hear this mostly applies to your 2019 bike. My service manual only goes to 2018 so I have no idea what changes Honda made beyond that.
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  1326. I agree and many people have commented on this. I'm currently running these tests again with long life oil.
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  1327. Thank you
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  1328. I agree, 7,500 mile changes are hard to keep track of.
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  1329. Thank you
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  1330. Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Good to hear that it's motivating. Have fun with the 500x!
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  1331. There are links in the video description to download the software from my Google drive account.
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  1332. Glad you like it!
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  1333. That's not something that was said in the video, but some people will argue that a used filter will trap smaller particles than a new one.
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  1334. What do you mean by multiple labs?
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  1335. Oh, I see. I will look into that, thanks.
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  1336. Well, I sped up the footage of unzipping and installing files because it takes a long time. The laptop is an ASUS ZenBook 3 with an i7 7500U but I actually did the screen recorded shots on my old desktop computer. It was running an fx-8300 with 32 GB of ram on windows 10. But like I said, the footage is sped up.
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  1337. I don't think these programs require much to run. I have used INPA on a desktop from 2004 running Windows XP.
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  1338. Oh, then just for fun I'll tell you the specs of the computer I just built for video editing. ASUS ProArt B550 motherboard, Ryzen 7 5700x CPU, and a RTX 3060 ti GPU with the fastest m.2 drives and 2.5 SSDs I could find, running Windows 10 Pro. Nothing to show off but it's a huge step up from my 8 year old prebuilt PC and more than enough for my needs. First PC I've ever built.
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  1339. Fuel levels were the same in both samples at <0.5%. Although I haven't put many miles on the car in the last 2 years, I have tried to avoid short trips as much as possible by taking longer routes than necessary to get the engine up to operating temperature.
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  1340. Still working on that. Not driving as much lately...
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  1341. I haven't done it yet, but your service manual should have a good explanation.
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  1342. I bet you would.
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  1343. I'll have to give that one a shot. Thanks!
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  1344. I don't have a way to test that but let us know if it works for you.
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  1345. We speak English here. Where are you from?
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  1346. These might be the strangest comments I've ever received. Hope you're just trolling.
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  1347. Seriously, which country are you from?
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  1348. Yep. I covered that at the 17 second mark.
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  1349. Glad you like it! Thanks for the sub
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  1350. Thank you, I have started requesting the TBN for my more recent tests.
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  1351. I think you're right.
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  1352. I agree, I could have done better on this. Probably should have used a different type of micrometer entirely.
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  1353. I debunk that in part 2
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  1354. Windows 7 will probably give you fewer issues. Some people have commented about problems with Windows 11 but running the installation files in compatibility mode sometimes resolves it.
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  1355. Once per day is usually too many.
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  1356. Nice to hear it can handle that!
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  1357. I'm not aware that it can do that but you could check with the company that makes it to be sure.
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  1358. I will never buy an electric car.
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  1359. It's more about personal freedoms. Everything about electric cars can be remotely operated.
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  1360. I could get on board with something like that. Not sure it will ever happen though.
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  1361. To be fair, a better pump would make it much easier.
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  1362. Thank you!
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  1363. I'm not sure offhand and I'm out of town without my service manual until tomorrow. I'll have to get back to you.
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  1364. Ratcheting is a mechanism, not a tool. There are ratcheting wrenches that don't use sockets. Only the ones that use sockets are called socket wrenches (technically, they're ratcheting socket wrenches), but notedly, the British don't use the term "socket wrench".
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  1365. You must be fun at parties...
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  1366. I show the orientation in the video when I'm cleaning them but getting everything lined up when sliding the axle through can be a little tricky if that's what you mean. Just have a little patience.
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  1367. Oh right, the front ones are interchangeable. Yes, if you're missing them you'll definitely need to find some replacements.
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  1368. No, I meant they are interchangeable from left to right.
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  1369. I do not believe they are cross compatible. I put a scorpion on my friend's cb500x and he seems happy with it but I didn't get a sound clip unfortunately.
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  1370. That seems to be the case.
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  1371. I think you're right. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil in a more controlled manner.
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  1372. Thank you, but there's a reason I don't film in 4K lol
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  1373. I see your point but I don't think the lab has anything to gain from falsifying their recommendation. I think the mileage information is helpful to them so they can give a recommendation for how many miles to drive before the next oil change.
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  1374. This video got almost no views for two years, then it suddenly became my most popular video. I do not understand the algorithm.
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  1375. On this bike you should be changing the oil every 8,000 miles or once a year, whichever comes first. If you track your bike or ride it really hard, you should change the oil more often than that.
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  1376. My first suspicion would be a coolant hose that isn't fully seated, but it could be a lot of things. Try to get in close with a flashlight to find out for sure.
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  1377. Nope
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  1378. That will be a completely different motor, and I am not familiar with its design. Try to find a diesel specific video if you can. Sorry I can't be of more help.
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  1379. That's a cool idea. Glad I could help a little! Good luck
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  1380. I like to do things the right way. Don't install defected parts if you don't have to.
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  1381. Helmets don't make noise.
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  1382. It was a mix. Mostly highway 4 days a week, mostly city 3 days a week.
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  1383. This video is about cleaning the sunroof tracks. I've never had a problem with the drains but I have heard they can become disconnected inside the roof, and they can get clogged with debris. You can check the drains by pouring water into them (there are four drains, one in each corner of the sunroof). Use a jack to tilt the car toward each drain while you pour. Each drain exits near the closest wheel well. If clogged, push lawn trimmer line through to clear it out. If disconnected in the roof, you'll need to pull down at least part of the headliner to reconnect it.
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  1384. I put it off for a long time but it really wasn't bad. I still need to go back in and check the valves, which will be slightly more involved but doable.
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  1385. Make sure to watch Part 2
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  1386. My friend just gave his 2001 Tacoma to his son at 300k+ miles. He bought it when we were in high school.
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  1387. I thought it might be for that reason. Thanks!
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  1388. That would be interesting to hear
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  1389. Thank you, I will check that out.
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  1390. Good idea
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  1391. Excellent idea! I think we will do something along those lines for a future video.
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  1392. I cover that in Part 2. Check it out!
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  1393. Thank you
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  1394. The design can change a bit across the years but it should still come apart easily somehow.
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  1395. You must have xenon or HID lights, I don't remember which has a ballast. Our Yaris has halogen lamps which are of a simpler design. You might want to ask someone to help show you how they come apart, or find a different video that covers that type of lighting.
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  1396. I'll be requesting TBN on the next round of samples.
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  1397. Their recommendations are influenced by marketing strategies such as "lifetime transmission fluid" that "never needs to be changed".
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  1398. I already did. You haven't heard of "lifetime transmission fluid"?
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  1399. Not really. Project Farm on YouTube has developed a good method for testing lubricity, but it's not an exact science as far as I know.
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  1400. Nope. 15k miles.
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  1401. In Part 2 I sent in a 2 year old sample for analysis and I'm about to send in a sample of 10 year old transfer case fluid so stay tuned for that!
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  1402. Heck yeah!
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  1403. 288k miles here. It's been a great car for me for almost 18 years now. Check out my compression test video and you'll be amazed at the results. Sorry you had a bad one.
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  1404. Sounds like you have a mechanical fan instead of an electric one? I put a link in the description to instructions on removing a mechanical fan.
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  1405. I rented them once from AutoZone. Many parts stores offer rental tools for cheap or free.
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  1406. What a nightmare! I'm glad you're getting through it.
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  1407. It's something we just have to accept 🙃
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  1408. That's how it works. Thanks for watching!
    1
  1409. Thanks! This seems pretty sketchy to me but all the comments I read about it on other videos say it works. Just don't burn the house down!
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  1410. In the video description (under the video).
    1
  1411. I agree. Am currently running these tests again with better oil for comparison.
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  1412. So far, so good here too.
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  1413. I've never seen bubbles on the dipstick, even after 10k miles.
    1
  1414. Thank you!
    1
  1415. If there is something wrong with your seat that triggered the airbag light, you would still need to reset the airbag light with the INPA software after you fix or replace the seat.
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  1416.  @ayyildiz-vg3on  If you are sure the problem is a broken sensor in the seat then yes, it sounds like you should replace the sensor or the seat if needed. Once you've resolved the problem that is triggering the airbag light, reset the light and it should not come back. Also, make sure the seat isn't just unplugged from the car, but I assume you have probably checked that already.
    1
  1417.  @ayyildiz-vg3on  I hope everything works out. These cars can be tricky but this should work. Let me know how it goes. Good luck!
    1
  1418. What about the tires?
    1
  1419. Lol they look bald but they are definitely not. 2 years and 10k miles later, these tires aren't down to the wear bars yet. Checked them a few weeks ago.
    1
  1420. Yeah, it's not the quickest job but not too difficult either. You might want to do a coolant flush or even check the valves at the same time.
    1
  1421. Probably a good idea to get the damper in that case unless the new iPhones dont have that problem. I'm not really on top of that stuff.
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  1422. Someone else suggested that too. I don't know enough to be sure.
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  1423. Thank you, I appreciate it. More videos like this are in the works...
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  1424. Same lab over a 3 year period.
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  1425. We have not noticed any smoke at all.
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  1426. No filter changes unless specified.
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  1427. Hmm I really don't know the answer to this one. Let us know if you figure it out. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
    1
  1428. Ordered that borescope today. We will see...
    1
  1429. Thanks for the encouragement! I really like making these videos and this is great to hear!
    1
  1430. You're welcome :)
    1
  1431. You could have an issue with the power steering pump if your car has one. I'm not sure what else might cause this.
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  1432. Costs more than that where I live but I am currently rerunning these tests with that exact oil.
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  1433. It may not work on something that new but I don't know for sure. Send an email to Quick Start directly and they should be able to help you figure that out.
    1
  1434. I'm not sure off hand but the Amazon listing will tell you if it fits your car.
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  1435. Thank you for the suggestion, I will put that on the list.
    1
  1436. Yes, the clip did go missing once. I replaced it and twisted wire around it to keep it from coming off again, which actually seemed to work. In a more recent video, I replaced this chain with one that has a rivet style link so I don't have to worry about it anymore.
    1
  1437. I just sent in a 26 month old sample with only 7,600 miles on it. Should be interesting to compare it to the 7.5k test in this video.
    1
  1438. Just do exactly what I did in the video.
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  1439. Thank you
    1
  1440. I had a 2 year old sample analyzed in the next video to find out the answer to that question. Check it out!
    1
  1441. Check the quad lock website. They have a lot of options for all sorts of vehicles. I'm pretty sure they have a handlebar mount.
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  1442. Good oil isn't that cheap but why not do both like me? It's fun! Endless money pits are fun!!!
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  1443. Thank you! Enjoy the bike, I'm still loving mine after 7 years now!
    1
  1444. Haven't tried it myself but I have not heard of anyone having issues with Windows 11.
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  1445. That's coming in the future but these tests take a long time to complete.
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  1446. Bad stuff, probably.
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  1447. Hi, Al. Your Dodge leaks so much oil that you don't have to worry about the time limitation, but BMW recommends changing the oil every 2 years while other manufacturers often recommend 1 year intervals.
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  1448. They should spell it right.
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  1449. Happy to help. Nice car!
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  1450. Yep, I was using the non LL version for these tests. Running LL currently for comparison so stay tuned...
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  1451. Thank you
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  1452. Thank you. I'm not sure about the e91 off hand.
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  1453. Thank you. This was an easy one to finish while I try to get back into the swing of things.
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  1454. You're very welcome :)
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  1455. Oh interesting. I haven't event started the bike since installing the skid plate so I'll have to go try and see for myself. Good idea for a fix on that!
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  1456. It's true but all parts are repairable or replaceable. New cars are expensive garbage, it's worth it to save the old cars.
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  1457. I don't think there's a reason to send a sample every time you change the oil. Do it once or twice to get the data you need.
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  1458. It's the PowerBronze rear tire hugger. I just added a link for it in the description of this video. Works great for keeping the rear shock clean.
    1
  1459. Glad you liked it! Thank you.
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  1460. Seems like a good thing to do.
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  1461. You are too kind, but I hope you're right! I'm having fun with this and I'll be spending a lot more time making videos starting in June, so we'll see what happens.
    1
  1462. I keep reading that the E70 is supported in INPA, but the software does not have an option for it. I don't understand. I did find out that the E70 requires a D-CAN cable instead of the K+CAN cable I used in this video. I would recommend contacting Bali on the E46 fanatics forum with this question. I guarantee he knows the answer.
    1
  1463. Wow, I'm glad you figured it out so fast! I will have to check out that video when I have more time. Thanks for sharing the solution!
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  1464. I couldn't find this info when making the video and just had another unsuccessful look. If you come across the answer, please let us know.
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  1465. Thank you! Happy I can help!
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  1466. Most of them probably will someday
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  1467. From what I've read, the original bolts are what you are supposed to use. I did not try them because I installed the skid plate too which does require longer bolts. Give it a shot and if they are too short then you can always buy some longer ones.
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  1468. No, not yet. Sorry.
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  1469. I'm putting out videos as fast as I can but each one takes a lot of time. Glad you liked it! Good luck tomorrow, and let me know if you have any questions. I've done this job 3 or 4 times now.
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  1470. Thank you!
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  1471. I don't have separate links for each program, sorry. You can just delete what you don't need.
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  1472. Thanks, glad you found it helpful!
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  1473. How hot?
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  1474. 105 C doesn't sound normal and driving at 3k+ rpm should not be necessary. That motor has an electric water pump that could be failing.
    1
  1475. I agree
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  1476. Thanks, I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods. My 10,000 mi sample seems screwed up for some reason. I'll take it to 15,000 based on the lab results as we go.
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  1477. Yes, you can use this oil for any e46 with a manual transmission.
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  1478. No, it's free.
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  1479. This video literally has 1,000 different comments with 1,000 different, very strong opinions.
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  1480. That's an interesting idea. I'll think about how I might be able to fit that in. Thanks!
    1
  1481. Lol you wouldn't be the first! Glad to hear the videos are helpful even on your 2021 model. Doesn't seem like Honda has made any drastic changes to the bike yet. Thanks for watching and ride safe!
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  1482. Good idea, thanks!
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  1483. Could be a lot of things. Check the battery and scan for error codes. I would also check air filter and replace the fuel filter if it hasn't been done in a long time.
    1
  1484. That is impressive!
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  1485. No lab could do that. At best, they could test a series of samples from the same batch of oil.
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  1486. You're quite welcome
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  1487. I don't remember if I mentioned that in the video but I did buy a new chain slider and haven't installed it yet. The original one still looked mint at the time of filming this. Good to always check it.
    1
  1488. I don't have an R1 to check but hopefully someone will chime in here.
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  1489. Try reinstalling or try a different computer.
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  1490. Glad I could help!
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  1491. It's my friend's bike but he hasn't mentioned anything about bending or breaking the shift lever since I installed it. I'd assume the factory shift lever is designed to be pretty durable.
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  1492. Hundreds of comments with hundreds of different opinions. Strong opinions. It's wild.
    1
  1493. Hmm, I think it came from the Eureka area, but I'm not sure. Definitely had California plates.
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  1494. Thank you. 283k miles at the moment but I've been trying to drive it more recently.
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  1495. I don't know what that means.
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  1496. Thank you. No need to pay someone for this job :)
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  1497. Thank you. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
    1
  1498. There are links in the description for everything.
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  1499. I see what you're talking about. I'm pretty sure that hose is still intact, so it might be a shadow. I'll check on it later today, but I replaced it 2 years ago and I look under the hood on this thing all the time, so I would be surprised if it really is torn. Thanks for the heads up!
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  1500. Good news! It's just a shiny spot from the spark plug wire rubbing on it.
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  1501. A lot of people seem to agree with this. I am currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods, so stay tuned for that. And I do agree with the oil filter statement ;)
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  1502. lol
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  1503. They are both from Top Flight Automotive.
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  1504. That makes sense. There's always money involved.
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  1505. Thanks!
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  1506. Install them the way I did in the video and you'll be fine.
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  1507. Thank you!
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  1508. Thank you, I am planning to test Amsoil after the current test is complete.
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  1509. Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching.
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  1510. My other oil analysis videos put an end to the 1 year myth.
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  1511. How can we measure emulsion?
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  1512. Thank you
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  1513. Thank you!
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  1514. Thank you. I just uploaded a new oil analysis video today you might like.
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  1515. I screwed them in all the way, then back out just a few clicks. It feels much better for me since I'm a little overweight.
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  1516. The braided ground? I've had mine off. Didn't have any trouble.
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  1517. That was the first thing I suggested to the owner, but he said it was overheating before he installed the splitter a couple weeks ago. He thinks the thermostat may be sticking so we're going to try that.
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  1518.  @mikeanddebboyers6822  That's another thing, the radiator has a bunch of debris in it. I think the owner said he ordered a replacement or was about to. Trying to clean it out first is a good idea but it's his call on this one.
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  1519. The factory air scoop for the radiator is still in place behind the new splitter but I still feel like the splitter has something to do with it. We've done a lot of recent mods on this old girl so it's hard to pinpoint the problem.
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  1520. Removing the bumper on this car is extremely easy. Step away from the drill.
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  1521. Nope
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  1522. Give it a shot and let us know. I don't have any smart key cars.
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  1523. Thank you. I am currently running these tests again with better oil. I agree with many people who have commented that the 10k mile sample seems different than the others.
    1
  1524. I just sent in a 26 month old sample from this car for comparison. Had only been driven 7,600 miles. Video coming soon...
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  1525. No problem! I've added a link for "motorcycle stands" in the video description. Front and rear are sold as a set and have worked well for me. Thanks for watching!
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  1526. Good suggestions.
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  1527. I need a friend like that but I'm slowly becoming him, myself. Thanks for the tips, I had no idea you could just pull that out. Good idea with the speed sensors too.
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  1528. You're welcome, and thank you too.
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  1529. You trust when they say "lifetime transmission fluid" too?
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  1530. Well you shouldn't. They mean the lifetime of the transmission, not your lifetime. They consider the lifetime of the transmission to be equivalent to the warranty period. Change your transmission fluid.
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  1531. Nope. Not many people have a power commander on this bike. Not really worth it, from what I've read.
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  1532. True. I will be requesting TBN for future samples.
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  1533. This has to be the most effort ever put into a "how to jack up your car" video. I'm nuts. Thanks for watching!
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  1534. Thank you! Always improving.
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  1535. You guys are too kind. Enjoy the 500r, I've had mine five years this fall. Great bike!
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  1536. I don't remember off hand because its not my car, but I know this question was asked and answered in the comments of one of my C5 videos.
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  1537. I didn't supply a link for a 16 tooth sprocket because I didn't use a 16 tooth sprocket, but I just found a link to one and added it to the video description for you.
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  1538. It's the 4th link in the video description under "LINKS". Thank you and have fun out there!
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  1539. Thank you for the information! Glad to hear similar driving habits have worked for your cars and kept them running well. Also interesting to hear that you confirmed analysis samples with two independent labs. Good work! My friends dad had an MGB project in the garage when I was a kid but that's as close as I ever got to one. Not many of them around these days, it seems. Thanks again for this very insightful comment.
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  1540. I don't think so but let us know what happens.
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  1541. Excellent! That's great to know, thank you.
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  1542. It is a digital caliper micrometer.
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  1543. Sure, but it is colloquially known as a digital caliper micrometer as well. That's what they called it at the machine shop I worked at, and that's what it was listed as when I bought this one online, so that's what I will call it for all of time.
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  1544. Some people just can't handle reality. Best of luck getting everyone on earth to think the way you do, then getting upset when they don't. Sounds great.
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  1545. Tell me you're unhappy with your life without telling me you're unhappy with your life, angry YouTube comment boy. I don't care what you call it. You care what I call it.
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  1546. False, but I appreciate your enthusiasm.
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  1547. You're probably right. What a weird way to reset something lol
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  1548. There is no mention of an oil screen in the service manual. On other motorcycles I've had, the oil screen is something that very rarely needs to be checked but I'll take a closer look next time the bike is here. Thanks for the heads up!
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  1549. Thank you, that's so nice of you to say. Enjoy the bike and let me know if you have any questions or requests for video topics.
    1
  1550. I wouldn't consider electric cars to be safer, cheaper, or better. Some of them are faster, yes.
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  1551. because:
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  1552. Hmm I'm surprised to hear that. I honestly don't know too much about this software so I don't have an answer for you, unfortunately. Have you looked on the e46fanatics forum?
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  1553. You're quite welcome!
    1
  1554. That's true. I should have mentioned that.
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  1555. I'm currently redoing all of these tests with slightly better oil, and without changing the oil or filter. It will take time but I'll have a video on it when everything is complete.
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  1556. Excellent! Never stop learning!
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  1557. Thank you! Looks like I am taking ownership of this bike and will be making more videos with it in the future.
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  1558. Thanks for watching!
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  1559. I'll be testing the 15,000 mile oil change with better oil in an upcoming video. It will take some time to complete the test but stay tuned for the results.
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  1560. That's a matter of perspective.
    1
  1561. The smell of freedom.
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  1562. Inhaling water by itself will kill you.
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  1563. Which pieces? This whole bike is rusty and in rough condition.
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  1564. Should be the same procedure. I'm not aware of any major changes in the motor.
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  1565. Thank you kindly!
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  1566. Send money and I'll do it next time.
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  1567. Thank you. Being a mechanic would not be an easy job, and you'd need to buy a lot of expensive tools too. Also, I really just want to work on my own vehicles. If I worked on other people's cars all the time I'd probably have no energy left for my own.
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  1568. Pulleys, air filters, and spark plugs are cheaper, to name a few.
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  1569. Hey, that's a great idea! Thank you for the suggestion. I will add that to the list.
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  1570. Thanks!
    1
  1571. Worked for me on Windows 10 but I'm not sure which update I was on. I've never used Bimmergeeks for anything.
    1
  1572. Happy to help! Good luck with finding your first bike!
    1
  1573. Both of these plugs are squeezed from the sides. It will make sense when you see it up close.
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  1574. Glad I could help!
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  1575. No need. E-brake is on, transmission in gear, car is on flat ground, and I'm using some serious jack stands.
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  1576. Lifting the front of the car does not mean it's going to roll backwards. That is not how gravity works.
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  1577. I got through trig and calculus. There is no vectoring going on here. The car is being pulled straight down by gravity onto the jack stands and straight down on the rear tires. Vectors imply angular forces are at work, which they are not.
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  1578. Explain the vectors you are seeing.
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  1579. Changing the center of gravity does not provide a force to move the car. Gravity is still pulling downward. If the car were on a ramp you'd be correct. If the car were in neutral on jack stands it would be just as likely to roll forward as backward because the top of the jack stand is a flat surface, not an inclination.
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  1580. I think you're only looking at it through a mathematical lens, and you're getting the math wrong. Take a toy car, put the front of it up on something flat, and tell me if it rolls backwards.
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  1581. Thank you, I'm trying my best.
    1
  1582. I could see which way it went off track so I just pulled on it until it popped back into place. It was visibly obvious.
    1
  1583. I don't have a way to test that but give it a shot and let us know if it works! It's free to find out.
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  1584. My service manual doesn't go to 2020 but I'll find out if the procedure is the same for your bike or not when I script the video.
    1
  1585. True. I am currently running these tests again with the correct oil and better methods.
    1
  1586. Okay but why do you believe this?
    1
  1587. Thank you. I can only say that these results apply to my car, the way I drive it.
    1
  1588. I think they only ask for the mileage so that they can give a recommendation on how far to drive with the next batch of oil.
    1
  1589. The owner cut a couple holes in the front splitter which brought the temp down a lot. He's ordering a different one soon that allows better airflow to the radiator.
    1
  1590. Yes, something does seem off with that sample. I am currently running these tests again with better oil.
    1
  1591. Because I switched to 10w30 when I changed the oil.
    1
  1592. Thank you
    1
  1593. I don't think so but no way to verify.
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  1594. Thank you
    1
  1595. I know. Ridiculous.
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  1596. I appreciate it!
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  1597. It was a lot of work but was the only way to do it right. You're quite welcome!
    1
  1598. I believe it should work.
    1
  1599. Good reason to buy more tools.
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  1600. Thanks! You commented just in time for the owner to see it as he was dropping off the car for more work.
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  1601. I agree, warming up the engine properly is a big part of longevity.
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  1602. Do not run the engine with 2 quarts of oil in it. Too much oil is just as bad as not enough oil because it will interfere with the internal moving parts, causing the oil to foam up. Only run the specified amount of oil for your bike. If you have a clean container, you could drain all the oil into it and refill with the correct amount.
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  1603. TBN test is an extra charge but I will include it in future videos.
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  1604. Yes, that car has a newer engine but the procedure should be essentially the same. The bolts on the alternator could be different sizes.
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  1605. The resistor that comes with the kit is supposed to keep the errors away. However, my "check gauges" light comes on every 15 minutes or so for a few minutes at a time. I suspect I am getting the error because I upgraded my Jeep with two massive batteries and a 200 amp alternator, and the resistor in the kit may not be enough to compensate for that. I need to contact the company and see what they think is going on, but I don't think it is normal. You should not have any problems like this with a factory battery setup.
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  1606. That is quite they sound system you've built! I'm not sure the 90 amp alternator and stock battery are going to be enough to run that. I had my alternator rebuilt at a local shop to put out 200 amps, and I have two Odyssey AGM batteries. I also upgraded all the battery cables with larger gauges. For your setup I would look into the alternator rebuild and upgrading the battery. Replacing the cables will help move that energy where you need it and it was a pretty easy and relaxing upgrade. I'll be doing a video soon where I show all that stuff and explain what I did. You should also look into getting a capacitor for your subwoofer to help even out the power draw. If you do those things you may not need the voltage regulator but I'm not sure.
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  1607.  @Juan_Morales69  Just wanted to let you know I resolved the "Check Gauges" issue yesterday by cleaning all the ground points and coating them with dielectric grease. Here's a short update video showing how I fixed it if you ever need it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8ZjDEEcDdQ
    1
  1608. Make sure to use OEM parts and bleed the system properly. I would probably test the coolant for a head gasket leak, which could cause the pressure to increase. I've never had a tank burst in 17 years of owning this car. Something isn't right.
    1
  1609. They don't want you to do something weird like have someone sit on it while you adjust the chain. As long as the bike's weight (only) is pressing down on the rear suspension, it makes little to no difference.
    1
  1610. That sounds pretty strange. Double check that all wires, bulbs and connections are secure. Check the fuses for the lights. It's possible you got a malfunctioning unit too.
    1
  1611. And everything works without the harness? Just flashing too fast? I have no idea what else could cause this.
    1
  1612. I'm out of ideas then. Have you tried contacting the company that makes the harness? Maybe they have seen this issue before?
    1
  1613. There are links in the description for the harness and everything I used.
    1
  1614. I got them on eBay years ago but it looks like nobody makes them anymore.
    1
  1615. The analysis showed 0.0% fuel in the oil
    1
  1616. Wow, thank you!
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  1617. Not off hand, but there's a link for it in the video description.
    1
  1618. Happy to help!
    1
  1619. Thank you
    1
  1620. Already in the works!
    1
  1621. I'm currently running these tests again with European formula Castrol, but I'd love to test the purple stuff next. Good idea.
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  1622. 10k sample was taken 6/16/2020 (and was 11 months old) 5k sample was taken 10/23/2020 7.5k sample was taken 4/5/2021
    1
  1623. I should have mentioned that about diesels and other engines with forced induction. My mistake. I will touch on that in the next video.
    1
  1624. All part of the BMW standard tools package but don't ask me how to use them.
    1
  1625. Hmmmmmm Make sure all windows updates are complete. Restart computer after installation. I don't know if this works with Windows 11. If all else fails, try with another PC.
    1
  1626. Thank you! I appreciate the support.
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  1627. I would never recommend using a stop leak product because they can actually clog the narrow passages of the radiator and the leaks often come back anyway. If you use it, just follow the directions. I have never used it personally.
    1
  1628. I have heard a lot of warnings to not use it, so I wouldn't use it myself. You'll never get it out of the cooling system, so it's better to fix the leak the right way by replacing the radiator. If the car is on its way out and it doesn't make sense to put that much money into it, then I guess I can understand why you'd use a stop leak product in that situation.
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  1629. Each test is influenced by the previous oil change interval. I'm currently trying to conduct this experiment again with better methods and better oil, but I just don't drive very much anymore, so it's taking forever...
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  1630. Thank you. I've done a few more oil analysis videos that might give you some more insight. This car is at 288k miles now and I did a compression test and looked inside one of the cylinders yesterday. You'll be surprised by the results, so watch for that video coming this week.
    1
  1631. Age doesn't seem to matter. I debunked this in Part 2. Using cheap oil from Walmart might also contribute to this line of thinking.
    1
  1632. Thank you!
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  1633. Thank you! I am working on more e46 videos right now.
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  1634. It should work on newer systems. Try reinstalling?
    1
  1635. Oil change shops don't tear apart engines or have any sort of lab, so what do they base that 3,000 mile number on?
    1
  1636. Nope, just connect the resistor to the green wires. The external voltage regulator will now control the alternator.
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  1637. Good purchase. That car should last along time with proper maintenance! Glad you found a deal.
    1
  1638. laughing as I sip my caucasian Yeah, actually I finally found a link to the new Sena for the RF-1400 and put it in the description. The more I use this helmet, the more I like it. Definitely a worthy investment.
    1
  1639. Curiosity, I suppose.
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  1640. Could be a malfunctioning sensor.
    1
  1641. I am currently running these tests again with better oil.
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  1642. @ya472 we will find out if that is true!
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  1643. :0
    1
  1644. I'm currently testing this.
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  1645. Thank you
    1
  1646. It sounds like the brake piston isn't moving freely, so it could be the same problem as mine.
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  1647. Thank you, I appreciate the encouragement!
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  1648. The make or model of your vehicle should not make a difference as long as your engine is well maintained so that no dirt or moisture can get inside and contaminate the oil.
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  1649. I used Mobil 1 for about 7 years and switched to Castrol for the last 8 or 9 years. I've changed the oil anywhere from 5k to 12k miles depending on age and how broke I was at the time. I've put exactly 200,000 miles on this car myself at this point. The previous owners had all services done by the dealership.
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  1650. Heck yeah!
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  1651. Why?
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  1652. I think their opinions don't change the test results.
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  1653. You have oil change frequency data for the motors that come in?
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  1654. And the company gave you that data? If you have that data, you should share it with the world.
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  1655. So, you don't have any data? Okay.
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  1656. Mostly ~30 mile trips in this car but sometimes as short as 15 miles. Mostly highway with probably 20% city miles (just an estimate).
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  1657. Thanks for watching!
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  1658. Thank you
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  1659. Hmm, I couldn't tell you why that would make a difference but 19+ does sound like a bad ground. Yeah, try setting it up like I did in the video with the ground going from the voltage regulator to the alternator and see if that helps. UPDATE I had this issue intermittently and it was a bad ground. Not the one for the regulator but one for the battery. This video explains how I fixed the problem: https://youtu.be/l8ZjDEEcDdQ
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  1660. Yes, actually I sorted out that issue in a recent video. You can see it here: https://youtu.be/l8ZjDEEcDdQ
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  1661. On mine it was not actually 19 volts when the dash said it was. That's just the gauge going to max because the computer sees a problem.
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  1662. The lab says not to take a sample right away because it could be contaminated by dirt on the outside of the oil pan.
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  1663. If that were the case the engine would be rattling or even seize up.
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  1664. There are different types of coolant, so I would not go with anything that claims to be universal. Honda brand, Engine Ice, and Kool Guard MEG are the only ones I've seen recommended for these bikes.
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  1665. Interesting, I will stay tuned for that.
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  1666. It's actually very easy.
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  1667. About 20,300 miles right now. I have published videos for all the maintenance I've done so far. Thanks again!
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  1668. To bleed the brakes is to push out the old brake fluid in place of new brake fluid.
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  1669. No gains?
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  1670. @Mobstar76 to be fair, it's a 300cc engine. "Noticeable" gains will be very difficult to come by.
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  1671. No, that doesn't sound safe. This mount is not made for all motorcycles, just ones with a hollow fork stem. What was the bolt securing?
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  1672. If you're sure it's not holding anything down then I guess it's just a design I'm not familiar with. A bolt instead of a cap, probably just to keep dirt and water out of the stem. In that case it should be fine to use the mount there.
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  1673. Thank you!
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  1674. I'm not sure about the battery cover. I thought it was stock?
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  1675. I agree. I am running all these tests again with better oil
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  1676. Every 10 minutes.
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  1677. I only add oil to the gas now so the engine is only lubricated by clean oil. It works for 2 strokes.
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  1678. Contact Foxwell for more information. I don't have a way to find out.
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  1679. I cover this in Part 2 where I send in a 2 year old oil sample. The results genuinely surprised me.
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  1680. Thanks for the sub!
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  1681. You're quite welcome. I really enjoy making these videos, and this one forced me to learn some new things.
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  1682. This video shows how to disconnect the bottom end of the shock. I believe there is only one more bolt securing the top end.
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  1683. I've seen that before but you need a lot of big zip ties.
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  1684. I'm not sure what you're saying about acetone brake fluid and brake clean. Use them or not and for what? Sorry, grammar helps a lot.
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  1685. You're right! I figured that out after making this video and I'm currently retesting with Euro spec Castrol.
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  1686. Six
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  1687. I'm not an oil expert but I think engine sludge may be represented, at least to some extent, by the final category "Insolubles", which remains consistent at 0.2% in all three samples. It's a good point you've made and I'd love to get some more insight from an expert.
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  1688. Sealed.
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  1689. I've never heard of that and can't find any information online about it.
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  1690. What is it?
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  1691. There's no filter in my valve cover. I've had it off 3 times and even replaced the whole thing a few years ago. No filter there.
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  1692. Oh, I think you're talking about the CVV (crankcase ventilation valve). There is no filter in that either, and definitely no turbo in this car, but it is an oil separator that commonly needs to be replaced entirely. I did mine about 5 or 6 years ago. "Carter ventilation" doesn't sound familiar and does not show up in google search results. Translation issue? If that is not what you're talking about then you'll have to find the right name for it and let me know.
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  1693. From what I've read, you should not use acetone because it will dry out and ruin the o-rings in the chain. It also drys faster than any other solvent, so probably wouldn't work as well anyway. Kerosene is safe and cheap, just keep it away from sparks and flames.
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  1694. I busted the "1 year" myth in part two.
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  1695. Deal
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  1696. Just a car with possibly the best motor BMW ever designed.
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  1697. lol you liked your own comment.
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  1698. FFS............. it's just a comment! (lmao)
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  1699. No they aren't. Cars just "transport you places. That's all they do!"
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  1700. Oh interesting. This car was too car gone and the flush only helped temporarily. The whole car was pretty neglected by the previous owner, but my friend only paid $800 so no big deal.
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  1701. Thank you!
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  1702. Seemed like I should share the reason why I stopped driving the car all of the sudden. Don't be jealous ;)
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  1703. Right, out and about... as in a 40 minute drive to the office, with no windows, for 10 hours a day, making money for someone else, on their terms, under surveillance, constantly under the threat of discipline, surrounded by people I don't like. I will never live that way again but to each their own. I can go outside for as long as I want, any time I want, and that's the way it should be.
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  1704. Working outdoors is great. I went to school for forestry and land surveying but decided I'm happiest making these videos. I needed a creative outlet.
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  1705. I am 95% sure you will need a jack and jack stands or a set of ramps for this, but where there's a will, there's a way. Just make sure to prioritize your safety. Maybe you know someone with the right tools?
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  1706. The owner of the bike says it is the Seat Concepts Comfort XL.
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  1707. I checked the fan fuse but that's about it. The fan should always be on when the AC is running, or at least cycling on and off. People online told me the fan never goes bad but I couldn't find any other leads so I replaced it. Luckily, they were wrong and a new fan fixed the problem.
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  1708. Thanks, I will consider that.
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  1709. If you want something done right, you need to do it yourself.
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  1710. We have a Yaris that just hit 300k miles
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  1711. Yep, I'm redoing these tests for that reason.
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  1712. Prove it!
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  1713. I can't tell you how often to change the oil in your car because every motor is different. These are the results for my car, the way I drive and maintain it. These results can give you some insight especially if you have a similar car to mine, but if you really want to know how often to change the oil in your car you'll need to get your own oil analysis done.
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  1714. Look up Blackstone Laboratories. They will send you a sample collection kit for free.
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  1715. I cover that in Part 2 of this video
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  1716. Six
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  1717. Bummer. At least we know it's probably just a bad product. Let me know if you come across anything that works.
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  1718.  @rdripps1  Awesome! Thank you for letting me know. I'll have to give it a shot.
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  1719. Thank you!
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  1720. Fake news. Make sure to watch part 2.
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  1721. Aluminum is pretty soft but I'm pretty sure copper is probably softer. I just know you don't want to use aluminum washers on steel parts because they will corrode faster.
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  1722. I agree but I also think there was something wrong with the 10k sample. Some people say it could have been a bad batch of oil because the properties are so different. I'm running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  1723. Thank you, I really appreciate that. I try to make the best videos available because otherwise there's no point. Nice choice of bikes you have there! I haven't ridden a 2 stroke bike since I was 13.
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  1724. I'm not familiar with how they're designed on other cars so it would be great if you let us know how similar it is. Good luck!
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  1725. Red is the raddest color! Haha thanks
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  1726. If I cut any corners it was not on purpose. Thanks for watching!
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  1727. Nah, I use my blinkers too much.
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  1728. Might be helpful for a friend's bike someday. Thanks for watching!
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  1729. Glad you found it helpful! I'll be doing a video on replacing the transfer case fluid and doing a coolant flush pretty soon.
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  1730. Apparently I'll be filming an O2 sensor replacement tomorrow on the Jeep. It started running like crap last night and I just figured it out and got the new part a few minutes ago. Real fun laying under the jeep in the snow. What an endless money pit... lol
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  1731. If I didn't have the angle grinder I would have tried my Dremel. Glad it worked! And thank you.
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  1732. Just won't connect? Did you try all the troubleshooting tips? Bali is the guru on this topic, so feel free to message him on the E46 fanatics website. He usually replies quickly during the day. I put a link to his original write-up in the description.
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  1733. They are all metric so if 17mm is loose then try an 18mm. I don't know the bolt sizes for that bike off hand, sorry.
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  1734. Well, feel free to ask questions if you get stuck. I always reply to comments as soon as I can. Good luck!
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  1735. Yes, you can adjust the chain just using the side stand. The rear wheel does not need to be off the ground to adjust the chain. The service manual does not say you need to put the bike on a stand either.
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  1736. What was the "allowed tolerance" and who decided what it would be? I think we need to take better care of these cars than what the engineers recommend (i.e. 15k mile oil changes and lifetime transmission fluid).
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  1737. I don't believe there is one (in the service manual, at least). I try to include all torque specs available in my videos.
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  1738. Try another computer not running windows 11
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  1739. In progress..
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  1740. A clip style master link should be fine for this bike. I have heard rivet style is recommended for bikes 500cc and up. I did a rivet link on this bike because the owner requested it, but I don't remember if he had a specific reason for it.
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  1741. Thank you!
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  1742. Thank you. I am hoping to work on the CRF more later this year. Stay tuned...
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  1743. lmao yeah no way!
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  1744. Thanks! I plan to test Amsoil in the future. A lot of people have suggested it.
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  1745. The owner of the bike says it didn't seem to make much of a power difference, but it sounds better. I think you'd probably see more of a performance gain when pairing this mod with an aftermarket exhaust and maybe an ECU flash but I can't say for sure. We might be doing those things next summer.
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  1746. Not yet...
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  1747. I've always been interested in the 135i. How do you guys like it? Owned since new?
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  1748. We'll see!
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  1749. Do the opposite of what I do in the video.
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  1750. Elements are measured in parts per million. Properties are measured in percentages and degrees (temperature).
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  1751. Thank you. I am currently running these tests again with better oil. I think we can get to 15k - 20k with good results.
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  1752. Thank you! I wish I could have shown more in this video but there's not much to see.
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  1753. 4 turbo?
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  1754. Oh, I haven't run any tests on that engine but oil in boosted engines tends to get dirty quicker, I believe.
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  1755. lmao you just made me realize I have 25 browser tabs open right now. Yeesh...
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  1756. Never got a ticket while doing that. Redline doesn't mean speeding.
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  1757. Thank you. I usually redline 2nd gear, which takes me to 60 mph - highway speed. 3rd goes to 90 mph and can be done safely on some freeways.
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  1758. Thank you for the kind words! I don't have much experience using this software so I can't give advice on that but hopefully someone else will chime in with a good answer. You might also try joining a forum dedicated to your car which would give you access yo a wealth of information.
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  1759. Any suggestions for a reputable lab?
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  1760. Well, I'm working with what I've got.
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  1761. I gave reasons.
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  1762. Feelings don't care about facts or something like that.
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  1763. Yes, I noticed that too. I didn't clean it because the owner of the car was planning to replace the radiator shortly after filming this.
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  1764. What do you mean?
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  1765. I don't think any of this software gets updated anymore but I could be wrong.
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  1766. Thank you!
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  1767. Thank you
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  1768. These handguards should work with any aftermarket levers that are shorter than factory, which is basically all of them. You can get a set of levers for $20 or maybe even less. I'll pin this comment so it's easier for people to see.
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  1769. Looks like it will be 3 or 4 videos down the line, so coming soon...
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  1770. Thank you
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  1771. At the time it was a good mix of highway and city driving. I always try to avoid trips shorter than 20 minutes.
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  1772. There are many things I will address in the next BMW oil analysis video. Lots of comments with excellent questions like this.
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  1773. Will do but it takes time...
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  1774. They definitely don't make them like they used to.
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  1775. Thank you, glad you like it!
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  1776. I hope you watch Part 2.
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  1777. Make sure to select English for the installation language at all stages. Might need to reinstall.
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  1778. When you say bar ends, are you talking about the weights that I removed? I'm not sure I understand. I didn't put the bar end weights back on if that's what you mean.
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  1779. My theory is that the extra weight and structural stiffness from the Barkbusters will be more than enough to compensate for the loss of the bar end weights. I installed these before the owner got to ride the bike much so we can't really compare, but he hasn't mentioned any vibration issues. I think you'd have a hard time making them fit properly if you put the weights back on too, but let me know what you decide to do. I'm curious to know if that would fit.
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  1780. No, I hate sales.
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  1781. Hope you were able to get at it the same way I did. I couldn't find another way.
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  1782. There should be a link for it in the video description. It's kinda cheaply made but gets the job done and is pretty affordable compared to other options. I've had it and the front stand too for about 7 years with no problems, so I would recommend them, but don't expect a high quality product.
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  1783.  @bernk  Sorry about that. I've added the link now.
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  1784. Oh, optical illusion haha. No problem.
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  1785. Cool little car - it seems pretty similar to our Toyota Yaris. My opinion isn't better than most others but my intuition says 5,000 miles max for oil changes on that car. I don't know about newer models, but many older Mitsubishi engines seemed to have issues with premature wear causing them to burn oil. I think that's the reason you don't see many of them on the road anymore. More frequent oil changes and high quality filters should help prolong the life of an engine with these issues. The first oil change at 500 miles is probably a good idea and probably close to what the owners manual recommends. 10k miles on transmission fluid is probably a good number but I don't know anything about your car or what to expect from the transmission. I do the BMW trans fluid every 15k miles. It seems to start feeling notchy if I go any longer. For the best answer, send your own samples in for analysis, and let us know what you find out! I'd be interested in knowing how well Mitsubishi metal is holding up these days.
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  1786. I think you're right that the transmission will last longer in this car than it would in the larger and more powerful cars. The Mirage seems like a really economical and practical car that will last you a long time if you take care of it, and it sounds like you will.
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  1787. Something was off with the first sample. I am currently rerunning these tests with better oil.
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  1788. Thank you!
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  1789. I'm happy to help, and thanks for the tip on the 2022! Ride safe.
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  1790. I'm not sure what you mean. The video shows each step.
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  1791. Longer oil change interval is a selling point for modern cars.
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  1792. I appreciate it! Happy to help keep more of these cars on the road.
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  1793. There are links for everything I used in the video description.
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  1794. Lovely car. Enjoy!
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  1795. I really appreciate the encouragement. I work full time and am taking classes online, so it isn't easy to find time for making these videos. But I do enjoy making them and at the moment I actually have 19 more videos filmed and ready for editing. Another commenter recommended a different product for repairing the rear defroster, so I will plan to make a video on that at some point as well. Again, thank you for the comment.
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  1796. A lot of people have mentioned that something seems wrong with that sample. I'm currently redoing all of these tests with better oil but it will take some time...
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  1797. I think I found the answer https://youtu.be/7hJU112oUg8
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  1798. Nope
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  1799. Hi, I've added a link to that bag in the description. I like it a lot and it's big enough to fit a spare helmet. Thanks for watching!
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  1800. Interesting, I didn't know that.
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  1801. Thank you so much! That's why I do it. The good videos out there just aren't good enough. I really appreciate the support!
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  1802. Car, Jeep, and motorcycle.
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  1803. Yes, apparently it is. They call it a floating front sprocket but I had never seen one before either.
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  1804. Great, I'm glad to hear it! I just edited my reply to your other comment because I did a Maxima brake fluid flush video too and just assumed you knew about it. I'm hoping to do more videos with this car in the future.
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  1805. The Honda manual isn't always very clear either. Happy to help!
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  1806. True
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  1807. How did you determine this so simply?
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  1808. This bike doesn't need two front brakes. They put those on the new bikes for looks but it just adds weight IMO.
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  1809. From what I've read, you need one that is specific to Honda motorcycles. I don't have one yet so can't recommend anything, but I've seen them on Amazon.
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  1810. Happy to help!
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  1811. Your Honda pilot will probably run forever no matter what you do to it 😆
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  1812. If you've never changed the oil then you should before the trip. New engines have a break-in period that will likely produce more wear metals in the oil.
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  1813. Personally, I like to change oil before doing a long trip. Every car is different and your engine will probably be fine but you're going to have to do it when you get back anyway so you might as well just do it now.
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  1814. If you can fit both the plastic trim and the skid plate then I don't see the harm. On this bike the skid plate interferes with the trim mounts so they cannot both be installed at once.
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  1815. Thanks for the info. What do you think about magnetic drain plugs? Beneficial or gimmick?
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  1816. There's a link to it in the description. Best one I could find for this bike!
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  1817. I'm not sure but I'd like to test that in a future video
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  1818. Nope, that's an M54 issue.
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  1819. Ours has the 2.4 liter 4 cylinder motor.
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  1820. I agree. I'm not likely to ever purchase a modern BMW.
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  1821. That shouldn't happen just from installing the program. Can you boot up in safe mode? There might be an issue with your computer.
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  1822. It doesn't leak or burn any significant amount of oil. Never had to add any between changes.
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  1823. Thank you. I'm doing my best.
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  1824. Thank you. I would like to test additives like that in the future.
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  1825. That's probably fine. I am working on redoing these tests. Something seems wrong with the 10k sample.
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  1826. I found my service manual used on eBay for about $40 a few years ago. New ones are pretty spendy.
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  1827. Stand the bike upright and look at the oil level window. Oil should be approximately half way up the window.
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  1828. Weird.
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  1829. Partzilla.com has parts diagrams to help you find and purchase that bolt.
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  1830. Depends on the motor. 100 oil changes would equate to about $7,000 on my car.
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  1831. Everything you need should be there. You might try running the program in compatibility mode.
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  1832. Glad you like the videos! I will have a video about reducing oil consumption in this car coming soon. Thanks for watching, and Happy New Year!
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  1833. I tested exactly that in part 2 where I sent in a 2 year old sample for analysis. There's a link to it in the top comment. Check it out!
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  1834. Thank you. I will be sending in a ten year old sample of gear oil from the transfer case in my Jeep very soon. It's not the same as engine oil but should be interesting in its own right. Thanks for watching!
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  1835. Thank you!
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  1836. Thank you! Hoping the views come one day...
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  1837. Nice! You'll love it.
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  1838. That's what some people say. Never had a problem with splice connectors myself.
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  1839. That's a good idea, I will look into that more. Thanks!
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  1840. I installed a transmission cooler on my Jeep for the same reason
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  1841. Nice!
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  1842. Thank you
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  1843. I think the lowering bolts are capable of raising the car as well. The front ones definitely are. Think of them as adjustable ride height bolts instead of lowering bolts.
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  1844. Do it soon! My friend (who owns the bike in this video) dropped the bike at an intersection a couple weeks ago. One of the Barkbusters took the full impact and just has some minor scratches in the plastic. He said he probably would have snapped off the clutch lever without them. The rest of the bike was saved, which really surprised me but I think we will be adding more armor on his bike for off-road riding. These Barkbusters (not a sponsor) are incredibly strong and a great addition to a new bike. Thanks for watching!
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  1845. Thank you
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  1846. I sent in a 2 year old oil sample in Part 2. Go check it out!
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  1847. 3/8 for this
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  1848. The exhaust seems to cool down pretty fast on this bike but people are capable of some surprising things.
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  1849. Try running it in compatibility mode.
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  1850. Good luck!
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  1851. I believe for manuals it is the same except you leave the car in neutral. Please let us know if that works.
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  1852. Which screws?
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  1853. I've heard that before but have never had any problems with them, personally.
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  1854. This video and the airbag reset video are the only videos I've done like this. Somebody else actually wrote up this entire procedure and asked me to make a video out of it, but I really don't know much about this topic. I'm not even sure what you are asking to be honest, lol... Sorry I can't help with this one, but I would bet there is information about this for you at the e46fanatics website. You can also message Bali directly there about this question.
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  1855. I was not using the LL rated Castrol because it is pretty expensive here, but there are links for both in the description. I did another oil change last night with the expensive LL oil and will compare it to the previous samples in a future video.
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  1856. Mine seeps oil from the oil pan a little but I retorqued the pan bolts and that helped a lot. Many of them were very loose. I've never seen a drop in the level between oil changes, so I've never needed to add any.
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  1857. You'd have to ask Bali about that one. There's a link in the description to the forum where you can contact him. He's the guru on this topic.
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  1858. Thank you
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  1859. Mine too but I don't trust it
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  1860. lmao
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  1861. Yep, I filmed the outro at the Evergreen Aviation Museum.
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  1862. That's quite the drive! I lived near McMinnville for the last 25 years but just moved to Arkansas in November.
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  1863. BMW recommends Castrol.
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  1864. What software did you pay for? This should all be available for free.
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  1865. I have links to everything you need for free in the video description. Not familiar with bimmer geeks.
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  1866. I'm just talking about all the software I installed in this video. I don't know anything about programming modules yet, sorry.
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  1867. I've seen people ask about this but I'm not aware of a solution to be honest. It may be out there but my bike is a 2016 so the lights already function the way you are wanting yours to.
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  1868. Almost!
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  1869. I agree with that.
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  1870. Thank you! I hope the views will come eventually.
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  1871. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  1872. Kerosene
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  1873. Make sure to watch part 2
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  1874. Thank you
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  1875. Thank you. I have made a few more videos like this that might interest you. Check the pinned comment for links. Where did you move to? I recently moved to Arkansas.
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  1876. Ahh, California! Hahaha jk...? Nope, I've never had to do that one. Had a shop do it in 2017 when they replaced my clutch.
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  1877. The bulbs or the housings?
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  1878. Yes, I believe that is the reason. Try an adapter for the round connector and it should work. Thanks for watching!
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  1879. Thank you. Many more videos are already in progress...
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  1880. :0
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  1881. Something seems off with the 10k sample so I am currently running these tests again but with better oil. Will go to 15k if possible. Part 2 is here: https://youtu.be/7hJU112oUg8
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  1882. This unit seems capable enough but I don't have a way to confirm if it can do that or not. I would contact Foxwell directly for a clear answer.
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  1883. Weird. Try reinstalling?
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  1884. I agree, the comments from the lab have been very friendly and informative. I changed the oil again last night and used the more expensive European formula that meets BMW's LL/01 requirement. Hoping to do some comparisons between that and the regular Castrol Edge I used in these tests. Some commenters have suggested the increased calcium level could have been from an abnormal batch of oil, or mispackaged oil. It will be interesting to see the results of the next set of tests. Thanks for watching!
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  1885. Changing too often is a waste of money and resources.
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  1886. Thank you!
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  1887. Get your own oil analysis to be sure. The current price is $35 per sample.
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  1888. lol
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  1889. I read once that some of the early filters would do that but the problem has been fixed.
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  1890. I'm not sure but if you try, please let us know.
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  1891. Thank you so much. I probably put way too much time into these videos.
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  1892. You should consider changing gear oil more often. I do mine every 30k miles. Shifting gets notchy if I go any longer. Nice car, enjoy!
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  1893. You'll have to ask Kawasaki about that one.
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  1894. 42
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  1895. Make sure to watch Part 2
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  1896. I'm not sure I understand the question.
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  1897. I think it might be the last good car BMW made.
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  1898. The Car Wizard uploaded a C5 video today. Like new with 14k miles on it. Really pristine car.
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  1899. Yes, a lot of commenters have pointed this out. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  1900. Nice, I'm glad you found it helpful! Ride safe.
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  1901. As far as I can tell the whole thing is replaced as one unit but they aren't expensive.
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  1902. That voltage is extremely low. Your battery may need to be replaced but you can try charging it. Anything under 11.75v is considered dead from what I've read. A normal car battery should read 12.6v. The voltage may seem good right after you charge the battery, but the "surface charge" will wear off quickly.
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  1903. Thank you!
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  1904. I cover that in part 2. Check it out!
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  1905. Thank you
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  1906. The first 10k sample does not seem to line up with the others. Some have suggested it was a funky batch of oil. I am currently running these tests again.
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  1907. Thank you
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  1908. In the works...
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  1909. I will look into this more. Was thinking of trying 5w40.
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  1910. They're pretty affordable these days. Great tool to have when you need it!
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  1911. When I was young, I worked in a machine shop where they called these micrometers, and it stuck with me. But you're right, it's a digital caliper. I've noticed that doing oil changes on other vehicles with a higher torque spec for the drain plug really distort the crush washer a lot more than on this Toyota Yaris. I've been thinking about remaking this video to include that, but haven't gotten around to it yet. Maybe it's time? Maybe I'll even stop calling it a micrometer in the updated version! Haha
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  1912. That's ebay for ya! There are actually some great sellers on ebay, but once in a while, something like that happens. I bought six shop lights on ebay last year for both garages and made a video about installing them. All of the lights have gone bad in the last month or so.
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  1913. A binding link is a link that does not move freely at the rivet. It's as if the rivet is too tight, causing a kink in an otherwise straight chain.
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  1914. No problem, we all have to learn sometime. Some chain noise is normal but a chain that's too loose could be rubbing on other things like the frame or the engine case. Aside from damaging the bike, your chain could break. You should do a quick check to make sure the chain is clean, lubed, and in spec every time you ride.
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  1915. If your chain is too loose or too tight then it may be in danger of breaking. If the chain breaks it could cause you to crash. Measure the slack and keep it within the specified range.
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  1916. Each differential model will have different fluid requirements. Thanks for watching!
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  1917. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  1918. We will see...
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  1919. Wow, really? That makes sense. Thank you!
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  1920. Good question! It should work on Windows 11 but I don't have a way to verify that. If you find out please let us know.
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  1921. Yeah, it's not the easiest design for changing bulbs. It isn't too bad if you go one step at a time but I know it's not for everyone. Sorry I can't help more.
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  1922. I appreciate it! Ride safe.
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  1923. Seems like something was off with the first 10k sample. A lot of commenters have asked me to redo that one.
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  1924. I remember Scotty talking about that engine cleaner. Might need to try it sometime.
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  1925. I appreciate it! Ride safe.
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  1926. I just updated the video description with a working link for these stands. They will fit many bikes including your 2013 500r.
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  1927. Heck yeah! I'm glad you found it helpful. Not sure what I would have done without that universal socket joint. Drive safe!
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  1928. I believe that would fall under the "insolubles" category in the analysis.
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  1929. Thank you very much. I only detail once a year and wash maybe twice a year. I don't abuse the car but it also seems to have less deterioration than the average E46 for some reason. Project Farm tested that Amazon branded oil and I believe he found it to be just as good as others. Can't remember exactly what the outcome was.
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  1930. So many STRONG opinions in the comments here, and they're all different! Haha
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  1931. Well, my car is near 300k miles now. Can't ask for much more than that out of a "horrible engine". Honestly, I probably got one of the last good ones BMW made. I would hesitate to buy anything newer than 2006.
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  1932. That's impressive!
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  1933. I hadn't heard of this issue before. Windows 11 seems to be giving people trouble so try windows 10 or earlier and make sure all Windows updates are complete. Then restart the PC and try reinstalling everything from this video. One final restart may be needed. At least, that's what I would try.
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  1934. Glad you appreciate it! Thanks for subscribing.
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  1935. I can't say how normal it is, but I think it might have to do with the dealer filling the bike with as little fluid as needed. I haven't touched the coolant since making this video, and right now it's sitting just between the upper and lower marks as it should be.
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  1936. Thank you. This was my first video! Maintenance is definitely something to consider, so good thinking on your part. I wanted a KTM dual sport a few years ago but the maintenance on it was ridiculous. 1,000 mile oil changes among other things. I've had the Honda since 2017 and it has been very reliable and also easy to work on with reasonable service intervals. I don't know anything about maintenance on the Ninja, but I watched many videos comparing the two bikes before I decided to buy the Honda. Much more power at low speed, but it sacrifices the surprising burst of power a lot of bikes have at high RPM. I'm fine with that, personally - just depends on what you really want. But get the Honda - it's better ;)
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  1937.  @BEEBEE159  I didn't know that about the valve adjustment. At least it isn't something that has to be done often, but that would be no fun on the Ninja. I'm surprised to hear some of them are getting such poor MPG! I average about 70 mpg commuting to work, and 80 mpg on long road trips with the 500R. If you do get one, I recommend looking for one that is 2016 or newer, as they have many small upgrades over the previous years.
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  1938. They recommend 15k miles for my car.
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  1939. I can't find one made for a car.
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  1940. Opinions presented as facts are still opinions.
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  1941. Very interesting information. Thank you for sharing and thank you for your service.
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  1942. Yes this should work with your e60 from what I understand. I did not need to disable virus protection for this but it's possible you might need to.
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  1943. Thank you! Setting up the camera for each shot can take longer than the actual job sometimes.
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  1944. You can try but the FAQ for this write-up says that Windows XP is no longer supported by most software including chrome.
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  1945. lmao.............
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  1946. Maybe if lithium mines were sustainable, if the electrical grid could support charging electric vehicles in mass, and if the majority of people wanted electric cars. As of now, the future of EV does not look good.
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  1947. Glad to hear that! I may not have mentioned that I mainly drive this car on the highway and don't do much City traffic. If I did, I'm sure I would need to change the oil more often. Either way, oil is much cheaper than a new motor, so do whatever it takes to keep that beauty in the road!
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  1948. Thank you
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  1949. Why would you need cold air at idle or in traffic? Seems to work well with the vents we added to the front end at least.
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  1950. It's not my car. I don't engineer for K&N. I just wanna know why we need cold air in traffic or at idle. Always trying to learn.
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  1951. This car is used for autocross racing.
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  1952. I honestly have no idea. People just like to modify their cars sometimes.
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  1953. It shouldn't make a difference in a modern car with a sealed crank case.
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  1954. Thank you :)
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  1955. Thanks! I would if it weren't on a perfectly flat surface. Car is in gear with the e-brake on.
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  1956. The hardest part is getting the new belt on. Take your time. Good luck!
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  1957. Sorry to hear that! Unexpected problems like that happen pretty often when working on cars. Did you get it finished?
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  1958. Thank you!
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  1959. Good idea
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  1960. Hmm, bleeding the brakes is worth a try. Thanks for the suggestion!
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  1961. Happy to assist!
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  1962. I always try to avoid short trips by taking the long route home when necessary.
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  1963. That would be a really interesting test. Not on my car, but I could get a beater car for future experiments if there is enough support.
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  1964. I can't be sure off hand but I don't see why it would be different.
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  1965. Nope, looks like I made a mistake there, so thanks for bringing that to my attention. I've updated the link with a kx450 oil service kit.
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  1966. The owners manual says to change the oil every 15k miles or once every 2 years.
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  1967. A couple short trips each weekend but mostly a 40 minute commute to work during the week.
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  1968. I didn't use a diagram, just the instructions that came with the regulator. The video shows how everything is connected, I believe.
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  1969. wot m8?
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  1970. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil. I think we can get to 10K with good results and probably higher.
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  1971. Hi, Steve. I hadn't heard of this problem before but I just did a little research and found that it could be that the adapter cable you bought has an issue and isn't communicating with the car properly. One other possible explanation I found is that at some point, someone may have replaced the instrument cluster or some other major component of the vehicle's computer system, and it wasn't coded correctly. Apparently this can cause communication errors with various modules including the airbag system. I hope that helps because I'm out of ideas on that one.
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  1972. Redlining the engine for "No good reason" may be debatable. This engine seems to be quite healthy for its age.
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  1973. Older BMWs are not the same as new ones. Original alternator and wheel bearings. Replaced the original struts 5 years ago. Water pump gets changed every 50k miles. There is a small oil leak at the vanos supply line but nothing major.
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  1974. Mostly highway. Probably 20-30% city. And I avoid short trips by taking the long way home.
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  1975. Interesting way to go about it, and those seem like reasonable numbers as well. Thanks for the input and I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
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  1976. Happy to help!
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  1977. Strange, I have not heard of that problem before. Makes me suspect a malfunctioning door sensor but I can't be sure.
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  1978. The only time I didn't change the filter during this test was after the 5k mile sample was taken.
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  1979. Videos that don't get to the point were the inspiration for making my own. Glad you like it!
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  1980. I have not figured out a good trick for that yet but I was thinking of wrapping the starter with a plastic bag next time. That should help. Nice to hear you're up to 350k on the V8! I've only heard good things about the Chysler 318.
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  1981. That would have been good info to have. I didn't learn about oil analysis until a couple of years ago.
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  1982. What do you base these numbers on? Everyone has an opinion.
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  1983. I live in a part of Oregon that rains at least half the year but not much freezing weather. The third and best oil sample was actually the only one strictly run during winter.
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  1984. It has varied from 5k to 15k over the years depending on what info I trusted at the time.
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  1985. I've never been in a situation where it didn't lighten up fast enough for me but I couldn't say exactly how long it takes. I would estimate around 10 seconds for it to completely change back to clear. I don't think the delay is anything that would be dangerous in any normal riding situation.
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  1986. Thanks, I'll try that
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  1987. I replaced it about a month ago. It looked pretty gunked up.
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  1988. The valve was still moving freely inside but may not have been sealing properly due to all the debris in it. I uploaded a video about it.
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  1989. Nice! Mine is due again too.
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  1990. Thank you!
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  1991. Good to know! I haven't tried Cardo yet. Which model do you have?
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  1992. I was more worried I would break the universal socket adapter honestly.
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  1993. I completely agree. I've felt significantly more safe since I got new jack stands. Don't even worry about it anymore. They are made by ESCO.
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  1994. Just the brake fluid flush video for now but my friend still owns the car so I will work on it again eventually. Did you have any requests?
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  1995. Not quite 300k, but we're currently at 283k miles. No motor or transmission replacements. Replaced the clutch at 240k but it still had some life left. I just take care of the car.
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  1996. I'm planning to make a video about how I maintain this car but I was waiting until it reaches 300k. Maybe I will do it sooner.
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  1997. I'll test that in the future.
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  1998. I'm currently testing that too.
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  1999. Yeah, I've had the same thing happen on other cars and I think it was always a vacuum leak. Let us know if you find the problem. Good luck!
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  2000. Thank you
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  2001. Thank you for the kind comment. I'm really glad to hear the video was helpful even with the differences I missed on your bike. It can seem overwhelming to do a job like this especially if you haven't removed fairings before, and I'm hoping my videos will help more people feel comfortable doing their own maintenance. I'm always open to suggestions on video topics and how to improve. Thank again and be safe out there!
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  2002. I hadn't heard of PM racks before. The mounting looks similar but that's about it.
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  2003. There are links in the video description for everything I use but when the same brand is unavailable I use links for the most similar product I can find.
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  2004. I know! I was sure it would have caused some major damage.
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  2005. Happy to help! I watch all your videos. Makes me wish I had a bigger budget for projects like the ones you guys are doing (not the cooking oil video, that's all yours lol).
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  2006. That's interesting. My Honda service manual says to use kerosene. The chains should be made of the same materials. Maybe Suzuki is worried about you breathing the fumes, or the environmental impact of using kerosene and gas?
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  2007. Yep, I'll never live in California again.
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  2008. Try doing it with a camera in the way lol
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  2009. There could be something wrong with the antenna kit you purchased. Remove the adapter from the car and make sure it threads into the antenna properly.
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  2010. The adapter came with the antenna kit.
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  2011. Many people have ordered that kit through my link and this is the first time I'm hearing that it didn't come with an adapter. You should contact the seller to see if there was a mistake made.
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  2012. Are you sure about that? I've had four samples come back from Blackstone with a somewhat wide range of flashpoints but they all showed there was no fuel present.
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  2013. What you are saying about the flashpoint and fuel content does not correlate with my test results, so please elaborate. Where did you get this information? What labs would you recommend?
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  2014. How long ago was that? Perhaps their methods and equipment have improved with time? I only ask what labs you recommend because a couple other commenters have said I should try a "better lab", but can't even name another lab.
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  2015. We did not
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  2016. That could be the reason. Instead of moving everything to that folder, just make shortcuts to the programs in that folder (right click / send to desktop). That should keep everything working.
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  2017. I can't explain that one. Interesting idea to submit a sample without giving the mileage. I assume they just use that information for their database. Surely they have quite the wealth of statistics at this point!
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  2018. Thank you
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  2019. Sorry, that is not a project I have done yet.
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  2020. Hopefully not anymore!
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  2021. I'm so sorry that happened! That is scary to think about and I was concerned about it too. My helmet seems to have loosened up since I got it and is much easier to put on and take off now. Maybe the next size up would be better for you or maybe it's just the wrong shape for your head?
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  2022. That sounds like a really good idea! Thanks for sharing that tip.
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  2023. That's a strange issue. Here's the best answer I could find. Hope it helps: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-files/extract-option-not-available-to-unzip-files-in/4e3cec55-716e-e011-8dfc-68b599b31bf5
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  2024. They should be close enough if you take care of your Corvette.
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  2025. I'm currently running these tests again just like that for a future video.
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  2026. Yes, I got the name from watching him. I thought it would be funny for anyone who also watches his videos.
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  2027. Thank you, I am working on a followup video that will include another set of samples and answers to those questions.
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  2028. Not required but it would be beneficial. The owner of the car says he had a tune done before the intake was installed. Hasn't had it tuned again yet but plans to.
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  2029. Thank you
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  2030. I tried something like that once but it didn't work right. It may have been defective. In theory, the one way valve should allow you to bleed the brakes without having to keep closing the bleed screw. I'll have to try one again sometime!
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  2031. Glad I could help!
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  2032. Yes it likely makes a difference. European cars seem to have larger capacities. This car holds 6.9 quarts. My Jeep with a V8 holds 5 quarts.
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  2033. Wow, I've been using the C6 flags this whole time, haven't I? Might have to spend a day fixing that. Thanks for the heads up!
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  2034. That's a tough question because it was so long ago but I don't think it was any epic drum song. It was probably something bass heavy because I had just installed a subwoofer too, and the bass heavy bands I was listening to at the time included Sublime, OK Go, Third Eye Blind, and Cake. I'm a 90's child.
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  2035. How does that work?
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  2036. Happy to help!
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  2037. Happy to help!
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  2038. It's in the Willamette Valley, Oregon and there are many vineyards at the top. I always wanted a 335i. Enjoy!
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  2039. I've been getting TBN reports for more recent samples based on comments like this.
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  2040. It is available here too but costs almost twice as much. There are links in the description for the oil I used and for the European formula.
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  2041. I took off the front sprocket cover and left fairing to inspect the cooling system hoses and water pump. You will need to remove the right side fairing to reach the radiator cap but the rear is just for inspection purposes.
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  2042. It's a Honda OEM filter. Here's a link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MCVZCFR/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=endlessmoneyp-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07MCVZCFR&linkId=a31c61dca1d5af612ad69df164299fa6
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  2043. No, sorry. I haven't done any other videos with this software yet.
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  2044. Do the old one and the new one have the same type of connection? Do they look the same as the one in the video?
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  2045. Finally got the Transitions review video finished: https://youtu.be/JNm_E8J_nnE
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  2046. Thank you. I will be doing more videos like this in the future. Sounds like you're taking very good care of that car! Keep it up.
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  2047. I have and I'm not even a mechanic.
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  2048. Some things I forgot to mention: I usually only need to apply Rain-x once per year at the beginning of the rainy season. It seems to last about six months, which is about how much it rains here each year. I tried the Rain-x Anti-Fog treatment a few years ago and had no success with it. It seems to leave a cloudy film on the glass that is more of a nuisance than occasional fog. The Amazon reviews will back that up. If your car has a problem with foggy windows, it's likely due to water finding its way into your car and getting trapped there. Check for wet carpets and fix the leak to get rid of foggy windows once and for all. I also mentioned that Rain-x washer fluid clogged up my washer fluid motor, but I didn't give any recommendation for a good fluid. Project Farm did a thorough wiper fluid test and the winner was O'Reilly's Auto Parts house brand. I purchased some but have not tried it yet because the dang washer fluid motor is still clogged up and I haven't had time to replace it yet, but the PF video looked promising.
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  2049. I think I got the front turn signal lights on Ebay. They are DEPO brand.
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  2050. I agree
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  2051. Yes
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  2052. Thank you, I'm glad you found it helpful!
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  2053. Yes, I think you are right. I am currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  2054. I haven't heard of that error before. I would try restarting the computer, making sure the computer is updated, and reinstalling the software. Make sure the key is in the ON position. If all else fails, try it with another computer or contact Bali on the e46fanatics forum for help. He knows everything about this stuff. Hope that helps! Let me know what works.
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  2055. Glad you figured it out! I know how annoying the German software can be... Thanks for letting me know what was wrong.
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  2056. That's more than one word.
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  2057. Thank you! I hope the likes and views come someday.
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  2058. So sad when that happens. A good friend lost his z4 that way.
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  2059. You're welcome :D
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  2060. I'm really not sure. My girlfriend pumped the brake pedal for me but I don't see a reason why it wouldn't go all the way down. Hope you find a better answer!
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  2061. I agree
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  2062. It will be less than 1 inch on the bolts but I'm not sure how many turns. I would try 1/2 inch at the bolts and see what that gets you, but you'll probably have to make more than one adjustment.
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  2063. Thank you
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  2064. Thank you
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  2065. False.
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  2066. It's false that my motor has been replaced or that I'm lying about the miles.
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  2067. I'm glad it helped. I filmed this DIY before I decided to start a YouTube channel. It is both my lowest quality, and highest viewed video.
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  2068. Lots of strong opinions on this...
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  2069. Seems to be normal with these cars. Mine has always been that way, but it's not anywhere else under the valve cover.
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  2070. Very true. These results only apply to my vehicle, the way I drive it, but I thought the results could be insightful to others.
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  2071. Happy to help! This turned out to be one of the most popular videos on the channel. Confusing design from Ford.
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  2072. Honda owners...
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  2073. I used the tiny flathead screwdriver on both ends of both struts. How are yours different?
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  2074. Coolant breaks down and needs to be changed, but I did a video on testing 10 year old transfer case fluid, and it turned out better than expected.
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  2075. It stalls? I would check for a clogged air filter, pinched fuel line, or dirty spark plugs. Also check the battery voltage. Should be 12.6v off and around 14 while running. If the voltage doesn't go up while running then the magneto may need to be replaced. Just throwing things out there.
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  2076. There is no mention of an oil screen in the service manual. On other motorcycles I've had, the oil screen is something that very rarely needs to be checked but I'll take a closer look next time the bike is here.
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  2077. Is that LL/01 rated like BMW recommends?
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  2078. What do you guys base this on?
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  2079. Just wait until you need to remove it completely to replace the alternator...
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  2080. Others have requested this so I will probably do it for the next round of samples. There is an extra charge for that info and the lab doesn't recommend it unless using oil additives.
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  2081. Thank you for watching
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  2082. Yeah, not so bad if you just take it one step at a time. Glad you were able to do it!
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  2083. No, because I didn't touch the airbag.
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  2084. This is a topic I covered in the Toyta Yaris oil analysis video, and you are correct. However, the BMW does not burn or leak a considerable amount of oil and I have never had to top it off between oil changes.
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  2085. Is that common on these cars or is that a sign that something is wrong?
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  2086. Oh, interesting! I should have checked the manual.
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  2087. Спасибо. Я рад, что тебе понравилось!
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  2088. Yep.
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  2089. Thank you
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  2090. A lot of people seem to agree with this. I am currently running these tests again with better oil.
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  2091. I will be testing that one in the near future.
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  2092. Sad!
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  2093. Yes, near the end of the video I mention that the old visor looks a little darker than the new one. I honestly didn't any difference notice until I was filming the two visors next to each other. The old one still seems to work quite well.
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  2094. It's a lot cheaper to do it yourself so give it a try next time. I think this was one of the first things I learned to do on this car aside from general maintenance.
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  2095. The 10k mile sample did not inspire enough confidence for that. I am currently redoing these tests with better oil. Will go to 15k miles if possible.
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  2096. I am using Castrol Edge Euro formula. Didn't know about BMW branded oil until recently, but I believe they used to put Castrol in these cars from the factory.
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  2097. That's an odd design. I had not heard of that before.
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  2098. Thank you. Working on the views part...
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  2099. I'm not sure what you're asking. Unplug the vanity light wire from the old visor and plug in the new visor. The new visor should work as the old one did. If the light is burnt out you might just need a new bulb.
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  2100. Thank you, this was a fun one to make. These bikes are just the best. Pretty cool you have the same exact one! Any CBR topic requests?
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  2101. No, maybe I should?
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  2102. I would probably do the same if I had an e46 M3.
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  2103. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil. I think we can go beyond 10k with good results.
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  2104. That is very nice to hear. Thank you!
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  2105. That's not true but you'll have to wait to see why.
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  2106. Mine might go off and on more easily because it's so old. I just had to pull straight up / push straight down. Silicone grease and a little wiggling might help. I think it was a little tricky on my friend's Z4 but I don't remember exactly how it was different. Wish I could help more than that.
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  2107. Catch pan
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  2108. Heck yeah, good luck with the bike search! I lived in Oregon my whole life but recently moved to Arkansas. Oregon is a much better place to ride, so enjoy it!
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  2109. All the troubleshooting and FAQ is at the end of the video. If that doesn't help you then send a message over to Bali at the e46fanatics forum and he can likely help. He's the expert on this stuff, definitely not me.
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  2110. Faster, yes, and you'll be going through tires faster as well. Better, cheaper, safer, not really. Look forward to battery changes instead of oil changes, which cost quite a lot more and are much worse for the environment. Also, there's no chance our electrical infrastructure can handle a significant population of electric vehicles.
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  2111. This data is important to the lab so they can compare your oil sample with other samples that have similar usage. That's where the "universal averages" section of the report comes from. Thanks for watching!
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  2112. Are you going to be okay?
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  2113. I agree and am currently running these tests again with better oil.
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  2114. I like that idea but it's not easy to implement. The lab has specific instructions about taking the sample about halfway through draining the oil for the purest sample. I have a vacuum extractor but I am not able to see where I'm pulling the oil from when it's down the dipstick tube. I'm not sure how I could get samples from the core of the oil reservoir without sucking up debris from the bottom or anything the vacuum tube scrapes against during insertion, but this would be theost interesting comparison if I can figure it out.
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  2115. That's a pretty good idea. I could buy a new catch pan and use it just for these tests. It will be fun trying to put the drain plug back in mid-stream too. Hmmm....
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  2116. If your bike is the same generation as mine, here is what the service manual shows for the "under cowl" removal: -remove the middle cowls as I show in the video first -release the overflow and vent hoses connected to the under cowl (left side) -remove five bolts; 3 on left side and 2 on right side Hope that helps! Thanks for the kind comment.
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  2117. Interesting idea!
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  2118. I was wondering if it was exactly the same but it makes sense that it would be. Great engine.
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  2119. I used a marker to draw a line on the oil bottle at the level of how much oil should be left over, and poured it in until I got to that point. I should have shown that but this was one of my very early videos. You do not need to remove the fairings, to change the oil so don't worry about that. I haven't had any leaks whatsoever on this bike, nor any problems with taking things apart after torquing to spec. - it's been fantastic in every respect. If you do need to take the fairings off in the future, I have a video showing how to do it easily. It sure is intimidating the first time though... Ha. Let me know if you have any more questions, I'm happy to help.
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  2120.  @spirittx3604  Oh, no problem. These videos encompass my life now haha. There should be marks on the side of the bottle. It comes with about 3.7 liters and we are using, 2.7, so you can draw a line right at the 1 liter mark. I think in quarts, so I did 4 qt - 2.9 qt and drew a line just above the 1 quart mark. There's no problem if it's a couple tenths above or below the amount it "should be", but try to be as accurate as possible. Also double check the level through the little window on the side of the engine with the oil completely warm and the bike perfectly upright. Oil expands a lot when it heats up, so it may look like the level is low when the oil is cold. Totally normal. The oil filters are meant to be installed by hand, so be careful not to get it too tight. It could actually cause a leak if the rubber gasket gets compressed too much. The torque wrench will come in handy for you often, so I'm glad you decided to get one! I'll be putting out some videos soon covering ALL the scheduled maintenance on these bikes, so stay tuned. Good luck with the oil change and ride safe :)
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  2121. Thank you
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  2122. Thank you!
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  2123. Okay
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  2124. My Jeep only has one Bank. Two Banks means that there are two separate exhaust pipes coming from your engine back to two separate catalytic converters. One catalytic converter will be on Bank One and one will be on Bank too. The upstream sensor is before the catalytic converter, and the downstream sensor is after. I can't tell you which bank is which, you'll have to look that up for your vehicle.
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  2125. Happy to help!
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  2126. Some commenters have made the point that European oil is often of better quality, so maybe there is more to the story? I'm not sure.
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  2127. Interesting idea but I've owned the car since 2007 and have always used distilled water.
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  2128. Not long enough for what?
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  2129. Nope. Check out the brake replacement video.
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  2130. Right? I couldn't believe nobody beat me to it. Ride safe!
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  2131. Mine was 2 years overdue. I totally understand not wanting to do it haha
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  2132. Glad I could help
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  2133. The handguard mounts also put mass inside the bar. There is no difference in ride quality after installing handguards.
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  2134. Thank you!
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  2135. Which bumper? Good deal either way.
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  2136. You can custom design your own at https://www.corbin.com/ I will warn you that I had a bad experience with them. I waited three months to get it, and they sent the wrong one. Customer service was really hard to deal with and they were pretty rude at more than one point. But, they are one of the biggest manufacturers of aftermarket saddles, so take it for what it is.
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  2137. Sorry, looks like the 2019 filters are not the same as the 2018 filters, and K&N doesn't seem to have one available for the 2019 bikes yet.
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  2138.  @agustingarcialara60  From what I've read, the 2019 bike has a redesigned air box. I haven't had a chance to compare the two personally, but I think it's unlikely that the bolt holes and the air duct would line up with a 2018 filter.
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  2139. These cars came with Castrol from the factory.
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  2140. @johankotze8286 weird that it isn't causing those problems in this car. Every time I take off the valve cover it looks very clean.
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  2141. 15k miles next! Subscribe for the blow up!
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  2142. Happy to help!
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  2143. I think I found the solution but have to test more. Video coming soon...
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  2144. Thank you. No, they are Phillips #2 screws.
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  2145. Thank you! I'll find the link and add it to the video description.
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  2146. Links are in the video description.
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  2147. Yeah, it's a good vice and easily could have made the list. I just don't use it very often so there wasn't much to say about it.
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  2148. You're very welcome!
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  2149. It isn't cheap but you don't have to buy it.
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  2150. I haven't heard anything negative about these pumps yet. Thanks for your input!
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  2151. Yes it is.
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  2152. Links are in the description.
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  2153. Wish I had mentioned that in the video.
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  2154. I was joking. It's in the video several times ;)
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  2155. My first suspicion would be the Idle Air Control Valve (IAC). It's also probably the cheapest part to try replacing. The IAC controls the amount of airflow during idle, so if there's something wrong with it, it could cause your idle to do abnormal things. If that doesn't work then I'd try the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) next. This doesn't seem like a crank sensor problem, but I am not a certified mechanic and I could be wrong. If you want to try replacing the IAC, I have a video on that here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDCwiOAo8WM The TPS is also very easy to replace, but obviously the crank sensor is not. I wish I could be a little more helpful, but I hope that puts you on the right path. Too bad there is no check engine light but you might check the codes anyway if you haven't. Let me know how it plays out.
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  2156. I'm not sure if disconnecting the battery that long would clear the fault codes or keep them from showing up, but I've seen crazier things. This sounds like a strange problem and I hope it's nothing serious. Is the oil pressure good? Cooling system? If the problem gets worse as the engine gets warm, it may be something mechanical. Or maybe it is the crank sensor? It could be anything though, very hard to say from here.
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  2157. I'm gonna throw fuel pump out there too as a possibility. You can check the fuel pressure at the fuel rail in some ZJs but maybe not the older ones.
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  2158. I do not have a digital version of it and haven't come across one yet. To save some money, I found a used service manual on ebay years ago. I think it was around $40 (well worth it).
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  2159. A bigger rear sprocket should make it accelerate faster but will have a slower top speed.
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  2160. Yes, a bigger front sprocket (if it fits) will give more top speed but slower acceleration.
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  2161. Wow I'm sorry to hear that. Maybe you can get a replacement. The one I installed for the video is still doing fine. OEM visors cost a lot more.
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  2162. My car does not have that type of piston rings.
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  2163. The lab says not to take the sample too early because it can be contaminated by dirt and debris on the outside of the oil pan. They also say the oil holds contaminates in suspension very well.
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  2164. I cannot confirm that it does. Please let us know if you find the answer.
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  2165. The problem is that the number recommended by the car maker is influenced by marketing, EPA regulations, and the need for us to keep buying more of their cars.
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  2166. I used about two quarts which is almost the same as two liters.
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  2167. I'm not entirely sure about that but I'm leaning toward no. This system bypasses the voltage regulator in the vehicle's computer. I'm not familiar with alternators that have a voltage regulator built in. You can contact the company that made this at alternatorparts.com for a better answer.
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  2168. In that case, it sounds like this kit will work. That should be a very similar if not identical setup to my 1998 grand Cherokee. The Durango is based off the GC. Both offered the 5.9 V8.
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  2169. I've read every comment here and almost everyone has a different (strong) opinion on this. It's crazy.
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  2170. There's a link to the rear tire hugger in the video description. If it is currently out of stock on Amazon, you should be able to find it on Ebay with the same part number.
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  2171. Thank you
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  2172. I used a catch pan as shown.
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  2173.  @psychopigeon8973  Did you find a way to remove the radiator cap without taking off the fairing? Now that you mention it, you might be able to drain the reservoir by disconnecting its lower hose, but that won't drain the radiator and engine. I'm not sure if running the engine with drain bolts out would work, but you won't be able to get coolant back into the bike if you haven't gotten the radiator cap off yet anyway. If the radiator cap is off, the coolant will drain out. Removing the fairings really wasn't that bad. I've done it twice now and it seems I've only broken one small clip that hasn't made any difference.
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  2174. The engine may have been abused before you owned it but I can't say for sure. Keep doing frequent oil changes if you're seeing metal shavings. You might want to get your own oil analysis for $35, it could tell you a lot more than I can.
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  2175. I'd like to test that as well! Good idea for an upcoming video, thanks!
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  2176. Thanks, I try to make everything as clear as possible. Thanks for watching!
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  2177. I use Castrol because it is what BMW recommends and is what came in the car from the factory. However, I was not using LL-01 level oil so I am currently running these tests again with Castrol European formula that meets LL-01.
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  2178. Changing oil too often is a waste of money.
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  2179. The ones from this video: https://youtu.be/oWqxvvwRURA
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  2180. That's really interesting. I should have done this long ago but it might not be a good idea to swap cams on my engine with so many miles. How difficult was the installation?
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  2181. For you.
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  2182. Thank you. The 500r is definitely better suited for commuting than long distance riding, so keeping the other bike is probably a good choice. I still love my 500r but would like to get a 2nd bike one day with a little more power.
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  2183. Thank you! C5 K&N cold air intake video will be up in a couple days.
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  2184. Which e36 do you have? I had a 1995 318ti for a while. Really fun car but needed more power.
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  2185. Thank you
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  2186. Off hand I can tell you the 10k sample took 11 months and the 7.5k sample took 5.5 months. The 5k was probably 4 months.
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  2187. I never got to do that on this car, sorry.
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  2188. I haven't taken that off but it looks like a cover for one of the slides, which are greased.
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  2189. It should spin with some resistance. Not as freely as being in neutral.
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  2190. Thank you!
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  2191. What is it about full synthetic oil that causes lifter failure?
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  2192. The recommended intervals on modern cars are often too long.
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  2193. Thanks, I think so too.
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  2194. You can find the part number on realOEM.com. Used ones can be found on ebay or at your local junkyard.
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  2195. It depends on the value of the engine, the price of the oil and filter you're using, and the number of times oil and filter are changed. If you're changing too often the extra cost can cartainly add up over the years. Play around with the math.
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  2196. That's crazy
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  2197. When the steering wheel is on the left side of the car (USA) then yes.
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  2198. lol I hope not
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  2199. I'm always open to advice. Leave a comment here.
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  2200. Thanks for the tips. I will play around with changing some of those.
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  2201. I don't pay people to do anything I can do myself. That's the whole point of this channel. Thanks for the offer.
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  2202. Until it looked clear.
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  2203. I will be requesting this for future samples based on many requests like this
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  2204. I have never rinsed it off but it's not a bad idea as long as you're careful not to get anything electrical too wet. No corrosion here. Owned the car since 2007.
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  2205. Thank you. I think my channel doesn't get recommended a lot because I make content on too many different vehicles. I'm actually the 3rd owner of this car but I have kept a spreadsheet since purchased. Good idea for a video! Thanks again
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  2206. What's the reasoning?
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  2207. Why would the new rotor brake unevenly, brake harder, or get hotter? The hydraulic forces between the two front brakes are equal and the materials are the same as before. I don't follow your logic.
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  2208. So, no answer?
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  2209. If you know the reason, please tell me. If you don't know, then just be honest.
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  2210. You're welcome! :D
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  2211. Thank you
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  2212. 100% agree.
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  2213. The lab did not note a margin of error. You're right, that would be good info to have.
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  2214. If it ever happens
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  2215. Maybe
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  2216. Nope
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  2217. I haven't done many 5k oil changes in this car. Almost at 300k miles now. Many people say the chains don't need to be placed until 500k, if ever, on these motors. Do I trust that? Unsure...
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  2218. Oregon is the place to be! Yeah, $200 on a shield is kinda crazy but close enough to justifiable if you ride in the day and at night often. I think it's the best option available for motorcyclists. Enjoy the new helmet!
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  2219. Thank you! Let me know if you have any Yaris video requests.
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  2220. When you can't use Google, use AI! Here's what ChatGPT says: "Timer switches, which allow for automatic control of lights and other electrical devices, have been around for several decades. They were first introduced in the 1960s and have been in widespread use ever since. Over time, the technology behind timer switches has evolved to include features such as programmable settings, remote control capabilities, and integration with home automation systems."
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  2221. I've been trying to decide if I should test new oil. It's not too late, I have some leftover from the recent oil change. Thanks.
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  2222. Interesting, I plan to run this test again with Amsoil in the near future.
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  2223. That's a good question but I'm not testing it with my car :)
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  2224. Is it oil or water? The color and texture should point you in the right direction.
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  2225. Sad! What did you replace it with?
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  2226. Please try and let us know. Look at the pinned comment for more info on doing this with a manual.
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  2227. A few others have requested this as well, so I'll make sure to have the TBN analysis included with the next set of results. Thanks!
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  2228. The car gods are difficult to please.
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  2229. I'm glad you're enjoying the videos! Stripped bolts can be pretty tough to remove. I would try the next size up hex, or a torx might get a better bite, and a plastic mallet to tap it in firmly. I have used a Dremel to cut a slot for a flathead screwdriver before, just don't cut too deep. RevZilla should have replacement bolts for it. Let us know what ends up working.
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  2230. I didn't realize those were removable or reusable. Good catch. I don't think Bud Barnes Car Guy is one of those he/she/they situations.
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  2231. You'll like the followup to this video when it's complete.
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  2232. Every engine is different I guess.
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  2233. Simple but not intuitive. Happy to help!
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  2234. That's great to hear! Very happy to help.
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  2235. Thanks for the endorsement, this was the only thing I could figure out in a pinch. I didn't realize the inner adjuster wouldn't change the cable slack, so thanks for that info. This bike really just needs a new cable, I suppose.
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  2236. Wow, that's nuts. It's a friend's bike so I don't know a lot about it but I'll pass along that info.
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  2237. I guess this motor is the exception. M52TU
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  2238. Simple, practical, and reliable.
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  2239. Glad you like it! Ride safe.
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  2240. That's good to know. I haven't even tried to aim the headlights on this car yet. Need to polish the lenses first. The Gravity bike is one I bought for a friend to get him started riding but he doesn't use it. I have eight other bicycles myself. Thanks for watching!
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  2241. BMW recommends LL/01. Castrol A3/B4 meets this requirement. I did not use that oil for these tests, just regular Castrol Edge, but I installed the A3/B4 oil a few days ago and will redo some of these tests for comparison.
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  2242. I will look into that. Thanks!
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  2243. Not sure what you mean. I used a wood block but I didn't touch any "paintwork" with it.
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  2244. Thank you. That's my goal.
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  2245. If your e46 has a 4 cylinder gasoline engine, it may have an electric water pump. The inline 6 cylinder M52 and M54 motors have mechanically driven pumps.
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  2246. That's probably true but most people seem to use those words interchangeably. This car is 22 years old, I've owned it for 15 years, and the coolant hard lines have never needed to be replaced so they are not part of my maintenance schedule. If they ever go bad I will make a separate video on replacing them. I always thought they were metal, are you sure they are plastic? Thanks for the input, I believe you are technically correct.
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  2247. This is so true. I just pulled out a Bosch spark plug and it was missing two of the four prongs for the electrode. Fml...
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  2248. Thanks, I agree. I am currently rerunning these tests for a future video using Castrol Euro formula.
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  2249. There should be a link to them in the video description.
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  2250. Very true statement.
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  2251. Thanks for the input, I am just a DIY guy, always learning new things and trying not to mislead anyone too badly. I appreciate all helpful information!
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  2252. Everyone has a different opinion, even between engineers. It's wild.
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  2253. You're welcome!
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  2254. Meh...
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  2255. It's one of the metals used in bearings. Look it up.
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  2256. This is the first time I've heard of this problem. Sounds like a turn signal relay issue but I can't be sure.
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  2257. Here you go :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK51Kc9y02g
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  2258. It has sparked quite the debate in the comments!
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  2259. Results showed 0.0% fuel in the oil.
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  2260. There are a lot of oils I want to try now. Too bad these tests take so long to complete. Thanks for the ideas, I'll add them to the list.
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  2261. Many plans ahead if all goes well.
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  2262. Haha thank you
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  2263. Happy to help!
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  2264. Interesting
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  2265. Make sure you don't have any pending windows updates.
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  2266. I think it should work with any PCM controlled car but I'm no expert. I suggest contacting the manufacturer first to be sure.
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  2267. Thank you
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  2268. Happy to help! I tried to do it without disconnecting the bumper but it must be done. Pretty easy though as you can see. Have fun!
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  2269. That's a good point. This car holds 6.9 quarts.
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  2270. Thank you! This was one of my first videos. Those parts are not made anymore, unfortunately. I got them on eBay 5 or 6 years ago.
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  2271. Many people have noted the fans do not kick on unless sitting in traffic on a very hot day. I wouldn't expect them to be malfunctioning unless the wiring has been damaged.
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  2272. I wish I had done that. Maybe I will for the next test. I haven't looked into that oil at all.
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  2273. It should work on the '05 but I'm not sure about the '08. Let us know if you try it and find out!
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  2274. When I first bought this car and took it to a mechanic to be checked out, he told me I got a really good one. I'm starting to understand how true that statement was.
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  2275. Thanks for the support!
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  2276. I believe marketing and the need to meet environmental regulations for oil use influence those numbers as well.
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  2277. $$$
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  2278. Impressive. I didn't think it was possible.
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  2279. Interesting theory!
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  2280. Excellent analysis. Thank you!
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  2281. On these bikes there is a drain hose just above the full line on the reservoir, so you can't really overfill them. It's not a pressurized system, so any remaining excess coolant will drain from that hose as the bike gets to operating temperature. Hope that helps!
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  2282. Much appreciated :)
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  2283. There's a link to them in the video description
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  2284. Agreed. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil and better methods.
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  2285. No, I believe the 4.0 has different sensors.
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  2286. Thank you
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  2287. Glad to help! There aren't many good videos out there on these bikes.
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  2288. Holy guacamole
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  2289. You might not notice a big difference in the sway bar links alone, but you will if you start replacing more of the 20 year old suspension components.
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  2290. I hope you're joking.
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  2291. Got it on Amazon but they don't seem to provide the adapter bracket anymore. I'm not sure where to find a good replacement yet.
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  2292. Oh, interesting. Do you know what the cables are for? I hope my video helped at least a little.
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  2293. The lights have been pulsing since I bought the Jeep 11 years ago. Since then, I've had the alternator rebuilt to put out 200 amps, tried another alternator, had a mechanic tell me this alternator is putting out 2 volts AC, took it back to the guy who rebuilt it for a testing and was told there's nothing wrong with it. He said 2 volts AC would be a problem for more modern cars but not for my 1998 Jeep. I should probably get a second opinion. Thanks for the comments.
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  2294. How dare you!
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  2295. Why don't you change it every 500 miles?
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  2296. What are you trying to accomplish?
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  2297. Thank you
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  2298. How does moisture get inside a sealed motor?
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  2299. Currently running again with better oil for comparison.
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  2300. Lexus/Toyota is a great choice. I could definitely see owning one in the future. I'm surprised to hear your 2.0 liter BMW was only getting 18 mpg. Sounds like something was really wrong with it.
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  2301. Invalid?
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  2302. Thanks for watching! I have a followup video to this in the works so stay tuned.
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  2303. I cover that in part 2. Go check it out!
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  2304. It still works for me but is very slow. I think it must be an issue on Google's end. If all else fails, you can download the installation files from the original write-up that's also linked in the description.
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  2305. That's a great idea. I don't think the company I am working with offers that but I will look into it further.
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  2306. Depends
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  2307. Seems to be true.
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  2308. Yeah they just aren't that accurate. That's why it's important to adjust the same number of turns on both sides but an alignment tool might still be necessary to make sure it's perfectly lined up.
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  2309. Can't be that hard. Still running like new at almost 300k miles.
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  2310. Thank you
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  2311. I'm currently testing that exact hypothesis with a different car.
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  2312. You're quite welcome
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  2313. Plausible
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  2314. The Z06 intake has a different part number (63-1050) but is the same price.
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  2315. Здравствуй, Россия! Спасибо за лайк.
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  2316. And there is more to come... Thanks for watching!
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  2317. If they change the lab results based on incoming notes then they aren't doing science.
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  2318. I had not heard that before. There were a lot of changes in 2016 so I wouldn't be surprised.
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  2319. Got them like 12 years ago for $300. Almost ready for something new...
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  2320. That is good advice. The bolts I used were kind of expensive at $4 each, so I hope and assume they were the stronger type but I didn't think to check. I could have used the floor jack earlier as I noticed some resistance when removing the second bolt. Good tips, thank you.
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  2321. whistlindiesel did it better
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  2322. Thank you
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  2323. What's funny is how many people don't seem to notice. Thanks for watching!
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  2324. Yes, it should be the same procedure for your m54 engine.
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  2325. You're very welcome! I'm happy to help.
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  2326. Some good points. Thank you
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  2327. That is strange. Try reinstalling the software. If that doesn't work, try a different computer or contact Bali at e46fanatics. He's the expert on this topic.
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  2328. True, but to what extent? Maybe in a future test?
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  2329. Dang you old af
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  2330. I think it will. Let us know for sure!
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  2331. We're talking about synthetic oil here.
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  2332. There should be a link in the video description.
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  2333. You're welcome!
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  2334. I went over all the results in the video.
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  2335. That could be a big problem. Oil analysis would tell you if coolant or fuel is getting into the oil.
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  2336. Thank you. I don't worry about cleaning the plastic containers because it's unlikely that they would carry metal contaminates, and we don't see any plastic contaminates in the analysis.
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  2337. I just added a link in the video description for the chain I used. Thanks for watching!
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  2338. Watch part 2
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  2339. What do you base that on?
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  2340. Ha, glad you liked it!
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  2341. Oh, good to know! It would be interesting to see what they did to make it fit around the charcoal cannister.
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  2342. Just make sure to avoid short trips that don't get the engine up to operating temp.
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  2343. Probably not.
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  2344. If that bike has a hole in the fork stem then it should work. Check with QuadLock directly to be certain.
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  2345. Noises when shifting can be caused by the chain when it needs adjustment. This bike is not mine. I have ridden it a few times but it does not make abnormal sounds when shifting.
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  2346. (lmao)
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  2347. I just need a bigger garage. Thanks for watching!
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  2348. That's not what the lab says.
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  2349. I didn't say how many engines I've gone through? Lol
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  2350. Happy to help!
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  2351. It sounds like yours is the same as mine. The alternator should have two green wires, a large positive cable, and a large negative cable. If so, install the same way I did. If yours is different then could you please explain a little more? Also, I just checked their website and it looks like the adjustable voltage regulators only go up to 15.0v, but I'm not sure how accurate that is since mine was going much higher than that (I think they base this off a weaker alternator setup). Just wanted to give you a heads up incase you don't get the voltage you're looking for but with a 200 amp alternator I'd bet this will work for you.
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  2352. What would anyone ever do without a belt tensioner gauge!?
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  2353. False
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  2354. Crazy people definitely exist.
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  2355. It was rusty with many kinks and missing o-rings.
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  2356. Yes, I've decided to do it. Need to buy some tools and seals but can't afford them yet.
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  2357. Make sure the connection is clean. The silicone grease goes a long way.
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  2358. Forced induction engines contaminate oil much faster.
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  2359. I just replaced the oil with Castrol Edge Euro formula which meets BMW's LL/01 requirement. I will redo these tests with that oil, then other oils and filters in the future.
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  2360. I'm not sure, I never tried that.
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  2361. Thanks for the tips! It's not easy to figure out all the small changes between model years.
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  2362. Look closely around that area and make sure nothing is contacting the chain. You're sure it's not just normal chain noise?
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  2363. Some noise from the chain is normal.
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  2364. Do both.
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  2365. Okay
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  2366. Thank you. Check your fuses yet?
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  2367. That's what I'm going for. Too many videos out there wasting time and not providing good info. Thanks for the support!
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  2368. False, but thanks for watching!
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  2369. This iteration of the 500x has only been around for about 10 years, so you certainly dont have 30 years experience with it. How many 500x customers have you had that installed these bars and then complained about vibration? One or two at most, I would guess. New riders always complain about vibrations, by the way, and this is an entry level bike. This video has over 6,400 views and nobody has complained about vibration here, including the owner of this bike. You don't even have personal experience with the 500x, you're just conveying complaints you've heard from people that you probably don't even know well. I appreciate the input, but not exaggerated hearsay presented as fact. Take that crap elsewhere.
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  2370. I covered that in part 2 :)
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  2371. I change transmission fluid in this car every 25k miles. It seems to feel notchy if I wait any longer.
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  2372. The bike will be okay.
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  2373. How fast do you think that means I'm going?
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  2374. I went over all the features I could find in this video. You might be seeing prices for different models that are programmed for different vehicles but I'm not sure what you're looking at.
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  2375. 5-speed manual transmission, 2nd gear pulls to redline. I never redline in 1st gear because it feels wrong.
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  2376. That's a question better answered by the manufacturer. You can contact Quick Start Alternators here: info@QSALTS.com
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  2377. Wish I had a car with a turbo to find out.
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  2378. The music is a little quieter in the newer videos. Thanks for watching!
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  2379. Thank you. I do what I can to take care of her.
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  2380. Ehh, no thanks. I attempted to install my old Sena and it would have deformed the helmet way beyond what I was comfortable with considering it's price. If it pushes the cheek pad closer to your face, that is definitely not a proper installation and I doubt Sena or Shoei would approve. Adhesive was also a consideration but the curves of the helmet in no way match my Sena, and my Sena has a big slot cut out of the back where the mount slides into it. This would be a really poor method of mounting and would surely fail in little time, plus you lose the capability to remove it for charging. Maybe there's a Sena out there that would stick to the outside of this helmet better but if I'm going to have to buy a new one then I'm going to get the right one. Definitely worth it to get the right unit and install it the right way, in my opinion.
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  2381. Thank you. I've been meaning to make more videos about this software but just haven't used it much yet. I'm always open to suggestions for video topics too.
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  2382. If I didn't mention it, I should have said the bolts for my seat were missing and I replaced them with 10mm bolts. Sorry about that.
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  2383. 112 is the stock chain size. The blue chain I installed with a bigger rear sprocket should have been 114 links including the master link, but they sent me 114 links plus a master link which is why it came out too long. You should be able to cut a link off without connecting the chain, just lay the chain across the rear sprocket to hold it while you cut.
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  2384. I just replaced the oil with Castrol Edge euro formula that meets BMW's LL/01 requirement for 15k mile oil changes. It might me take a while to drive that far though...
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  2385. Yes, something seems wrong about the first sample as other have mentioned. I am currently rerunning this test with different oil.
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  2386. Did anything unusual happen before the problem started? Did the bike sit unused for a long time?
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  2387. Have you been keeping up on the scheduled maintenance? Is anything overdue? I have videos on the 4,000 mile and 8,000 mile services.
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  2388. I would suspect anything from injectors to fuel pump, spark plugs, sensors and I'm not sure what else. Is the Check Engine light on?
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  2389. Oh no. I would consider towing it to the dealership.
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  2390. No, it looks like 93-96 are different from 97-98.
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  2391. Nice bike! Maybe I'll get the chance to work on one of those some day. Thanks for watching, and ride safe!
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  2392. Well, the C5 is not my car so I'm no expert but I can tell you that the automatic transmission in my Jeep was a little jumpy when the fluid level got too low a couple times. So, check the level to make sure that isn't the problem. If an automatic transmission hasn't had a fluid changed in a very long time (approximately 75k+ miles), it's often best to leave the old fluid in so all the friction material from the clutches isn't lost. As far as the headlights, if the bulbs have been replaced with LEDs that could be the problem. On this car we have to switch to high beams to get them to close, but I think there are resistors you can install to resolve that issue. We just haven't done it yet.
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  2393. If you want something done right you've gotta do it yourself. Sometimes...
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  2394. Thank you!
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  2395. Finally, an answer, and it makes sense! Thank you.
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  2396. The belt isn't tight enough.
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  2397. lol
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  2398. I believe that would fall under the "insolubles" category of the analysis.
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  2399. I've been happy with this engine since day one. It does seem to have very few issues compared to other modern BMW engines. I've heard about the m54 piston ring problems and am glad I don't have that motor in my E46. 50's Kid has a very good, detailed video about it. Enjoy your car :)
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  2400. Is the wear linear? I always thought of it as being exponential.
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  2401. The third sample makes me question the second sample as it was in better condition with even more miles. So, wear does not appear to be linear to me. I also think the second sample seemed to be contaminated by the long OCI before the first sample.
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  2402. Good advice. I have a bad habit of not checking the level after refilling.
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  2403. Thank you
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  2404. Sorry, I have no idea. Check the Castrol website.
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  2405. I would find the part number for it on the Partzilla website and then search for that number on Google shopping. Hypothetically.
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  2406. Good set of bikes right there! Thanks, man.
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  2407. Amsoil is next on the list for testing
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  2408. The lab says it doesn't matter if you take the sample early or late because the oil holds contaminates in suspension quite well. I have an upcoming video that suggests this is true.
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  2409. De nada amigo mio
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  2410. Thanks for the feedback! I felt like this video dragged a bit toward the end but next time I'll have a better idea of what I'm going for. Some people are saying the platinum plugs are just as good as iridium in these cars but I'm not convinced. Kinda wish I had tried them this time to save a little money but I've run the iridium plugs twice in the past with good results, so I kind of bought these on instinct. By the way, there's a little gift for Money Shifters at the end of this video. You probably missed it because it's after the false ending.
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  2411. Hmm I don't remember this being a tight spot to access. Glad you found a way.
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  2412. I'm not an oil expert but changing oil too often is generally not harmful. Might as well if it's free and good quality oil.
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  2413. Thank you. Sorry, I don't know the size off hand.
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  2414. Nice catch
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  2415. I love my 500r and will never sell it! Great bikes. Thanks for the kind words, and ride safe!
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  2416. Only had room for one car and my motorcycles in the garage at this house. Moved to a bigger house recently and keep all 3 cars in the garages here.
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  2417. Thank you. I'm working on more like this.
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  2418. Right! I gotta stop replying to these when I'm sleepy. Yeah I did the coolant on my friend's cb500x and it only had a small panel to remove to access the radiator cap. Made me jealous. Your shop is nuts. Haha
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  2419. No, brake cleaner will dry out the rubber o-rings in the chain. Most degreasers will work.
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  2420. I've watched it a few times too...
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  2421. Happy to help :)
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  2422.  @Daniel-dj7fh  Yeah, I decided not to go with the K&N. I've had one in my car for about 12 years and I haven't seen enough benefit to justify doing it on the Honda. I always kinda worried that more airflow would equate to more dirt getting into the engine, but my car is still running great at 262k miles, so it seems like they are probably safe to use, but I can't comment on the sound difference.
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  2423. Yes
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  2424. Seems to be true
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  2425. I'm currently running these tests again with European formula Castrol.
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  2426. Send in a sample to find out for sure. Analysis is only $30
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  2427. I'm running a test with our Toyota Yaris currently.
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  2428. Unfortunately, most cars don't have hour meters.
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  2429. That is strange. Did you download the software from the link I provided?
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  2430. Hmmm... I would reinstall and make sure to select the language you want. You could have easily missed it.
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  2431. Wow, that's pretty cool! They are great bikes for their intended purpose. I've had mine for 5 years now. Working on a review video for it right now. What did you move on to?
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  2432. De nada, Alejandro
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  2433. I redline this car every time I drive it.
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  2434. Yep, especially with everything being so expensive these days. But I recently heard that used car parts are going up in price because many people are now choosing to fix their cars instead of buying new cars. Something has to change.
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  2435. Didn't use ramps.
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  2436. :'(
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  2437. Interesting, I was unaware of this. Thank you.
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  2438. I'll put some thought into this. Thanks!
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  2439. Gracias verdad
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  2440. Thank you
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  2441. The kit I used had one cooked weld that made the front left arm impossible to install. I understand what you're saying but I tried installing it that way as well and it wasn't even close to lining up because the angle is so far off, not just the alignment. No way around it. Honestly, it sounds like your kit was screwed up too because it should definitely not mount to the inner side of the motor mounts. Nobody would design it that way without a reason, and there's no reason you would need to do that. Especially considering you had to supply your own bolt, nut, and spacers to make that work. Interesting idea on the shifter mount.
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  2442. I'll have to look into that. Thanks!
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  2443. Many people have commented that something seems different about the 10,000 mile sample, as if it were the wrong oil. I'm currently running these tests again with better oil, and I think we can get to 15k+ with good results.
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  2444. It's a lot easier that way. I will probably do it myself again next time but skip all the steps that didn't work.
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  2445. Thanks for the info, I did not know that!
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  2446. Thank you. I usually do it in that order too. May have changed the order when editing this video so I wasn't going back and forth as much. I don't think it actually makes any difference as there is a check valve that holds oil in the oil filter housing, but I could be wrong.
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  2447. Glad you found it helpful!
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  2448. What do you mean?
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  2449. They are the same thru 2018 but Honda changed the design of the bike a bit in 2019. This video would be helpful for you but there will surely be some minor differences that I am unaware of.
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  2450. Glad to hear it and thanks for letting me know! Have fun out there.
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  2451. Yes, every engine is different so these results really only apply to my car, the way I drive it. It holds about 7 quarts of oil. I have always used Mann oil filters. Once in awhile I'll read a random comment that says Mann filters aren't any good but most people seem to think that they're great so I don't really know. I'll be testing other filters in the future.
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  2452. I've had the car for 16 years and it's at 282k miles now, 200k of them I put on myself. I've typically changed the oil between 5k and 10k miles over the years. 7,500 miles seems like the sweet spot from these tests but I'll be redoing the 10k sample soon. If the results are good I will go longer.
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  2453. This kit fits the CB500x and a few other bikes, but it is not universal for all bikes. The BarkBusters website will tell you which kit you need.
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  2454. If it were true, it would always be true. If you're talking about vintage cars that's another thing.
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  2455. It's been a great bike for me. Buy used to save money if you plan to upgrade in a couple years.
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