Recent content by EdwardC

I'm using Valvoline Dot 4. Can't say what was in there before, but my new fluid poured and mixed into the existing fluid in the reservoir with no issue. I had always assumed that silicone and glycol fluids wouldn't mix, like oil and water, but I don't actually know. Probably wouldn't hurt to...

That'd be very doable, although, can/should I pinch braided steel type brake lines?

Small update, I put in the aftermarket master cylinder, seems to have the same issue. I have the front caliper rebuild kit on the way already, so that'll be my next step. The MC rebuild kit is backordered, but I am thinking that's not the issue anymore. I had ordered a replacement bleeder with...

Thanks! Finding the parts fiche for the Zero was harder than other bikes I've owned, but I finally found the info for the brakes. Looks like the JJuan 12.7mm bore brakes, and even found the part number for the rebuild kit, which isn't too terrible at $30. I have that ordered, but they're special...

Thanks guys! I think I'll try replace the bleeders first, that's pretty easy. I'm having a tough time finding the right rebuild kit for my MC, I've contacted the manufacturer for info. If I can't figure it out, I'll probably grab another MC to test. BigCahuna, I've tried holding the lever...

I recently purchased a 2017 Zero FXS electric motorcycle, it's been a blast for commuting so far. Riding it home though, I noticed the brakes were a little squishy and the fluid in the reservoir was dark, so one of the first things I did was flush and bleed the front and rear brakes. I...

I've had an EGO (non self propelled) for about 5 years now. I have a tiny yard, so the battery life isn't an issue. It isn't super powerful, so I have to take narrower overlapping passes sometimes, but it works and is quiet. I have an EGO string trimmer as well. I do typically store the...

I also wouldn't hesitate to buy a pre-owned Fluke. I have a Fluke 87 that I bought for $150 or so, and a Fluke 77 that I paid less than $100 for. I particularly like the models made in the USA. They aren't too uncommon at the local pawn shops around here. I used to buy them at the pawn shops...

Agreed. I'll carry a flashlight in my pocket every day, not a headlamp, and I'd absolutely opt to use the flashlight in hand than the headlamp at home.

I also had a bunch of cheap single AA sized flashlights that all cropped out after a few months, maybe a year. I ended up with a Convoy S2, and eventually bought about 4 more in different colors, brightness and color temps. They seem to be well made at a great price. I recently switched work...

Thanks everyone, and sorry for the slow response! I picked up a bad cold the other week and haven't had a chance to work on the bike. I finally got to spend a few minutes working on it this morning. While I still had the starter motor attached, I put my clamp ampmeter (Uni-T 210Eon the positive...

The original is the 2001 vintage. The replacement was a $60 aftermarket. I think that's my next test to see if it spins - will report back.

Hey guys, I'm having some trouble with my bike and I'm running out of ideas. I love this SV650, I'd consider buying another one as my next bike (maybe a newer, fuel injected model?), but shopping around, used vehicle pricing is bananas right now. I bought this bike many years ago for a little...

I have a couple smaller California Air Tool compressors that I absolutely love for it's low noise. I keep the smaller one in the house for air nailer use, and a slightly larger one in the garage for airing tires. I don't have any air tools, so I don't need anything big. For home use, I'll...

I have an 8 year old Costco 24F with about 50k on it that's still going strong in my Element that came with a 51R. It turned over a little more slowly in the single digit weather we had earlier this year, so I may replace it this fall, but maybe not.