Rear end lube at MD?

[Trader]

Is the rear end lube etc a possible project for MD?

If yes, what tools or supplies do I need to bring?

[dingy]

On a 1st gen MKI, it is a piece of cake to do. Removable saddle bags make it easier.

 

I would suggest you put penetrating oil on muffler connections to the collector. This is probably hardest part, removing the mufflers.

 

Tool wise metric socket & wrenches. Couple of screwdrivers. Mid to large crescent wrench.

 

Tube of the Honda moly grease. Quart of rear end gear oil. Roll of paper towels. New cotter pin for rear axle.

 

Gary

[Trader]

getting the bags off might be a challange!!!

But I'm sure I'll learn something.

[dingy]

getting the bags off might be a challange!!!

But I'm sure I'll learn something.

 

It wouldn't hurt to shoot some penetrating oil in the bags release locks if you haven't had them off. Not the lock sets where you open lid, there is another lock set on each bag, same key fits it. It is below lid lock on trunk and below helmet locks on side bags.

 

Gary

[Trader]

by penetrating oil ...do you mean wd40?

I can do that easily enough.... or is there a better product more specifically used for penetrating.

[dingy]

by penetrating oil ...do you mean wd40?

I can do that easily enough.... or is there a better product more specifically used for penetrating.

 

 

WD40 isn't the greatest but it will do.

 

I use something called 'Nuts Off'.

 

Others may suggest other brand names.

 

Gary

[Squidley]

There will be plenty of rear wheel greasing going on, bring the grease you want to use and some basic hand tools and it'll get done.

[albyzee]

I'd be Very Very careful with a product called "Nuts Off". LOL Sorry I just had to say it. Please forgive me it just struck me funny.

[Rocket]

I'd be Very Very careful with a product called "Nuts Off". LOL Sorry I just had to say it. Please forgive me it just struck me funny.

 

Combined with the title, who is going to lube the pond monsters???????

[Monty]

PB Blaster is one of the best products out there.

[ragtop69gs]

And KROIL too. Not as common, but, it works even better than PB blaster.

[Marcarl]

And bring a sledge hammer,,,,, just in-case those rotten bolts won't come off. The others who might have the same problems will be eternally grateful.

[Eddie]

find a HVAC supply house and get a product called "RUST BUSTER" best stuff on the market.

[Trader]

And bring a sledge hammer,,,,, just in-case those rotten bolts won't come off. The others who might have the same problems will be eternally grateful.

 

 

 

Note to self.....be "unselfish" and let Marcarl work on other folks' bikes!