[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
This is something people do after they have had a bad experience with stripping out spark plug threads (in aluminium heads). I have not heard of this happening in motorcycle heads though. I'm not sure you need it. But putting them in dry is probably the opposite. if you have any dirt, had them over-tightened or cross-threaded, or there is any galling (transfer of aluminum to the plug threads) then you really need to pay attention to this. If you keep the threads clean and have even the slightest lube on the threads and pay attention to basic tightening rules, then you should have no problem. I have put new threads in a few automotive heads (without removing the head). It is quite a challenge and having to do it once will train you to pay attention to this for the rest of your life. It sucks! *Extra info, purely for your entertainment:* The silver anti seize is the standard stuff. We used the gold, or bronze stuff by the bucket for nuts and bolts in the plastics manufacturing world because if the extreme temperatures for extended periods of time. All the oils would have long since burned off by the time we would disassemble the irons and extruder parts by the time we would take them apart. What is left is a flaky film of this copper-like stuff keeping the screws from totally binding in the equipment. My point here is that a motorcycle head will not get near as hot for near as long as an iron used for sealing/cutting plastic bags in the manufacturing process. It's overkill. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=837hVjDlT_c See the thing popping up and down in this video at about 30 seconds into the video. It is a horizontal iron, acting as a knife blade, being maintained at about 300-350 degrees F. This is where you need that stuff, not on a motorcycle head. Clear as mud? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
I'm pretty sure my Honda car uses an 18mm plug so you can get a proper plug socket in that size, one with the rubber ring to hold it in the socket for removal/installation. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
I've had reasonably good luck getting broken spark plugs out with an easy out Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 22, 2015, at 8:26 AM, Kyle Munzwrote: > > A rounded bolt on your rear axle would be easier to deal with than a rounded > spark plug. > > > -Kyle > >> On Tue, Dec 22, 2015 at 8:21 AM, EGrider wrote: >> True as a rule, I'm sure, but not universally so. I've been using a 15/16 on >> my back axle for years for tire changes and chain adjustments with no >> adverse effects. >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. >> To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. >> Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. > Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
You mean stripped or rounded? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
Rounded. Point being I don't mix my metrics and standards, that's usually just a recipe for failure. -Kyle On Tue, Dec 22, 2015 at 7:59 AM, EGriderwrote: > You mean stripped or rounded? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. > Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
True as a rule, I'm sure, but not universally so. I've been using a 15/16 on my back axle for years for tire changes and chain adjustments with no adverse effects. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
A rounded bolt on your rear axle would be easier to deal with than a rounded spark plug. -Kyle On Tue, Dec 22, 2015 at 8:21 AM, EGriderwrote: > True as a rule, I'm sure, but not universally so. I've been using a 15/16 > on my back axle for years for tire changes and chain adjustments with no > adverse effects. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. > Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
On Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 4:39:59 PM UTC-6, Ross M. Jamison wrote: > > Nighthawks, > > Got my 750 to run on cylinders 1,2&3 installing the used coil for 1 & 4. > Just realized, I've never pulled plugs. What size socket? Neither of my > standard automotive sockets it. Do I have to buy a special? ent from my iPhone >From past experience, sometime those thick walled sockets just wont't fit into the plug hole. Possibly the only tool of any use is the toolkit spark plug wrench. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
If you're talking about NGK DPR8EA-9 plugs or equivalent that's 18mm, I believe. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
I went to Sears and bought a 18mm deepsocket. -Kyle On Sun, Dec 20, 2015 at 8:00 AM, Tommy Hillwrote: > I just went to check, but don't have an easily accessible 18mm wrench. > 19mm or 3/4" may work, but slightly big. So 18mm is probably right. Honda > spark lug wrench from kit is a sure bet! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. > Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
I just went to check, but don't have an easily accessible 18mm wrench. 19mm or 3/4" may work, but slightly big. So 18mm is probably right. Honda spark lug wrench from kit is a sure bet! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
On units with points yes, I wouldn't chance it with the CDI ignition system. If you were stuck in the middle of nowhere with no other options you might get away with it but I would find the right plugs. I know both autozone and advance carry the correct plugs for my 450 but I can't remember the designation. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
1982 450 NH: NGK Plugs - DR8ES-L -Joey (Yes, I have that memorized) On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 4:30 PM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: On units with points yes, I wouldn't chance it with the CDI ignition system. If you were stuck in the middle of nowhere with no other options you might get away with it but I would find the right plugs. I know both autozone and advance carry the correct plugs for my 450 but I can't remember the designation. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
Nerd ;) -Kyle On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 3:31 PM, Joey Kelley sandp...@gmail.com wrote: 1982 450 NH: NGK Plugs - DR8ES-L -Joey (Yes, I have that memorized) On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 4:30 PM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: On units with points yes, I wouldn't chance it with the CDI ignition system. If you were stuck in the middle of nowhere with no other options you might get away with it but I would find the right plugs. I know both autozone and advance carry the correct plugs for my 450 but I can't remember the designation. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comnighthawk_lovers%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
Nerd - I'll give you nerd: 12095-XXX-0004226-12233 Windows 95 OEM registration code (XXX replacing something so it can't be used :-)) -Joey (who is thinking about having a bike vanity plate: GEEK) On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 4:33 PM, Kyle Munz kyle...@gmail.com wrote: Nerd ;) -Kyle On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 3:31 PM, Joey Kelley sandp...@gmail.com wrote: 1982 450 NH: NGK Plugs - DR8ES-L -Joey (Yes, I have that memorized) On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 4:30 PM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: On units with points yes, I wouldn't chance it with the CDI ignition system. If you were stuck in the middle of nowhere with no other options you might get away with it but I would find the right plugs. I know both autozone and advance carry the correct plugs for my 450 but I can't remember the designation. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en. -- -Joey Kelley Need Computer Technical support? http://www.crossloop.com/JoeyKelleyComputerServices At your service - via remote control! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
No joy with Autozone or O'Reilly on mine, and no Advance nearby, so I ordered online. Who'da thunk they'd be that rare? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
Must be an odd ball design. The plug for our 450s is pretty common among import bikes. And Joey it's really frightening you have that Winblows 95 installation code memorized. I just write mine on the CDs with a sharpie :D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs
I plan to put 67x53 on the back of mine when I renew the plate. Bonus points if you get the reference without looking it up! :D On Sep 9, 2010 4:49 PM, surfswab surfs...@gmail.com wrote: No joy with Autozone or O'Reilly on mine, and no Advance nearby, so I ordered online. Who'da thunk they'd be that rare? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycl... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lov...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en.
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: spark plugs and storage
No problem for the oil in the cylinders. Once, as a student, I had an old Citroen 2CV (mythic car with a 625 cm3 engine). I worked with a girl and took her home in the car. I ran out of gas. Yes, really, don't smile... I said dont worry, I have a spare gas can in the trunk, and took the 2 l (half gallon) can and poured it in the tank. Then started the engine, which ran 10 seconds before stopping. I realized that, at night, I missed the gas spare can and poured a 2 l oil can in the tank !!! I had to walk a few miles with the girl to take her at home. Not end of the story. The day after, I came back the poor car, took off the bold allowing to empty the tank from oil, opened the carb and tried to dry it from the remains of oil. Of course, I coun't clean the pipe. Then put new gas in the tank and started. Oh my god... like in the movies of the WW1 when the germans sent the gases. All the surrounding street was under a deep fog. A bus, coming, had to put it's headlights through the cloud ! But the engine ran, and a few minutes later, no more fumes at the exhaust. And this car went ahead for a long service. Not the real end of the story : the girl married one of my friends ! So, don't worry for a few teaspoons of oil in your engine, but don't take a girl for a ride just after it if you have some plans with her! At 06:43 28/10/2008 -0700, you wrote: I did get an extension but not sure whether it will be long enough. Also, any opinions on the wisdom of pouring a tablespoon of engine oil in the cylinders? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: spark plugs and storage
That sounds like when my dad put the new engine in our boat when I was a kid. I say new, but it was a rebuild, anyhow a tablespoon of oil was put in each cylinder during the rebuild. When they finally cranked it up so much smoke billowed out I thought Mötley Crüe was in there. The oil will keep things from rusting and sticking while it sets, but I'd make sure its outdoors when you crank it. -Kyle** On Wed, Oct 29, 2008 at 1:03 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: No problem for the oil in the cylinders. Once, as a student, I had an old Citroen 2CV (mythic car with a 625 cm3 engine). I worked with a girl and took her home in the car. I ran out of gas. Yes, really, don't smile... I said dont worry, I have a spare gas can in the trunk, and took the 2 l (half gallon) can and poured it in the tank. Then started the engine, which ran 10 seconds before stopping. I realized that, at night, I missed the gas spare can and poured a 2 l oil can in the tank !!! I had to walk a few miles with the girl to take her at home. Not end of the story. The day after, I came back the poor car, took off the bold allowing to empty the tank from oil, opened the carb and tried to dry it from the remains of oil. Of course, I coun't clean the pipe. Then put new gas in the tank and started. Oh my god... like in the movies of the WW1 when the germans sent the gases. All the surrounding street was under a deep fog. A bus, coming, had to put it's headlights through the cloud ! But the engine ran, and a few minutes later, no more fumes at the exhaust. And this car went ahead for a long service. Not the real end of the story : the girl married one of my friends ! So, don't worry for a few teaspoons of oil in your engine, but don't take a girl for a ride just after it if you have some plans with her! At 06:43 28/10/2008 -0700, you wrote: I did get an extension but not sure whether it will be long enough. Also, any opinions on the wisdom of pouring a tablespoon of engine oil in the cylinders? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: spark plugs and storage
You will need a deep socket for those plugs..I had to go buy one myself. - Original Message - From: Ze'ev [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 6:48 AM Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] spark plugs and storage Hi, In preparation for winter storage, I read that a tablespoon of engine oil should be put in each of the spark plug cylinder. True? Does anyone know the minimum length of a sparkplug wrench I would need for a nighthawk? (mine is an 84 650 if that makes a difference) I could remove the tank and measure, but it's starting to snow around here... Thank you! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/nighthawk_lovers?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---