advise on fluids to use
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advise on fluids to use
The manual says to use 10-40 engine oil. I would like to use synthetic oil. What is everyone running in theirs. States for the rear end to use SAE 80. Again, what type of synthetic to use or is their any synthetics made for these. Did a search and couldnt find anything real recent.
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advise on fluids to use
You can get the Mobil1 MXT4 10W-40 at autozone ,advance auto parts and some Wal-marts. (You'll need 2.1 Qts) I have used the Mobil1 5W40 Truck and SUV stuff and have not had any problems with the clutch even though it not MA rated.
As for the gear oil, I'm partial to the Amsoil Severe Gear 75W90. But any synthetic 75W90 will do. (8.1oz)
As for the gear oil, I'm partial to the Amsoil Severe Gear 75W90. But any synthetic 75W90 will do. (8.1oz)
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advise on fluids to use
Thanks so much. RemedyX you have been of such great help. I did notice it called for 2.1 quarts. What in the world were they thinking with that extra .1 qt. I'm sure I can get by with two quarts even. I don't abuse any of my equipment and always maintain everything very well. Will probably change oil and filter twice a year.
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advise on fluids to use
You're welcome, lzrj. I enjoy helping a fellow Rancher rider.
Don't forget to change the oil filter also.
I saw you're other post about lift kits. Get the 12" rims and 25" tires first, then see if you still want a lift. Our Rancher is more than high enough with this setup. We ride in some very rocky terrain and have yet to hit the bottom of the bike.
Don't forget to change the oil filter also.
I saw you're other post about lift kits. Get the 12" rims and 25" tires first, then see if you still want a lift. Our Rancher is more than high enough with this setup. We ride in some very rocky terrain and have yet to hit the bottom of the bike.
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advise on fluids to use
Don't forget to do the valve adjustment. Also make sure the oil filter is in the right way.
Oil wise, the book calls for API rating SG or higher, and JASO MA. The JASO MA rating is specific for motorcycles, indicating that the oil provides adequate friction for wet clutches. Don't use anything with moly or with ptfe/teflon.
Axle wise, I'd make sure the hypoid gear oil is rated GL-5. I put Redline 75W90 synthetic in mine, since I had some lying around...
Oil wise, the book calls for API rating SG or higher, and JASO MA. The JASO MA rating is specific for motorcycles, indicating that the oil provides adequate friction for wet clutches. Don't use anything with moly or with ptfe/teflon.
Axle wise, I'd make sure the hypoid gear oil is rated GL-5. I put Redline 75W90 synthetic in mine, since I had some lying around...
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advise on fluids to use
Battery wise, the stock one is an AGM type, which resist vibration better, don't leak when tipped or even when broken, and last longer than flooded cells.
For a replacement, I'd stick with an AGM type of at least the same amp hour capacity of the stock one. There was a thread a while back about what larger capacity batteries would fit in what machine...
For a replacement, I'd stick with an AGM type of at least the same amp hour capacity of the stock one. There was a thread a while back about what larger capacity batteries would fit in what machine...