As my airhead gently weeps

[SteveD]

So, I guess that we in the USA are blessed that Moto Bins does not ship here?

edit: That was http://www.motorworks.co.uk/vlive/Home/index.php Rob.

[SteveD]

So, I guess that we in the USA are blessed that Moto Bins does not ship here?

That'd be Motorworks Rob.

[barryh]

It used to be and for a long time that Motorworks was the one that didn't ship to the US but now they do.

[Rob]

I guess I have been out of the game, too long. Forgot.

[Zombie Master]

I guess I have been out of the game, too long. Forgot.

This...is not a game.

[Wobbly]

Thanx Mel! I'll do some checking to see if that switch is leaking. I've got a long 24mm impact socket. Anybody know what size gasket would be on that switch?

► On my 1979, my switch was leaking badly. My local auto parts store looked it up and it was used on several BMW and Mercedes cars around the same period. They were able to supply a third party replacement for about 1/3 the price of the OEM BMW part. The part was of recent Polish manufacture and is every bit, if not better made than the original.

► New oil pressure switches typically come with a new crush washer.

► If you want the job absolutely oil tight, then apply a small dab of LocTite 510 oil sealant to the threads. This anaerobic gel is absolutely the way to go on tight fitting parts, such as the threads on an oil pressure switch. You can get this on Amazon, Ebay, or your local Dodge/Chrysler dealer also sells it under a Mopar number.



It's also impervious to oil, meaning parts don't need to be completely oil-free for it to work. For that reason it works great on oil pan drain plugs.

[Zombie Master]

I've cleaned up the push rod tubes and oil pressure switch. Heading out for a ride and will keep an eye on these areas. How do you apply baby powder to clean areas? Doesn't want to stay put.

[Kurt in S.A.]

I always thought you just put some in the palm of your hand and blew it towards the engine. It doesn't take much...the powder will stick in the crevices (spell upate!) and just stay on the bike...not in large clumps of course. Don't worry about getting it all over...washes off readily.

Kurt in S.A.

[bluesman]

Oil pressure switch from a VW beetle will also work.

Bluesman

[dougie]

I always thought you just put some in the palm of your hand and blew it towards the engine. It doesn't take much...the powder will stick in the crevasses and just stay on the bike...not in large clumps of course. Don't worry about getting it all over...washes off readily.

Kurt in S.A.

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