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by fig
Fri Dec 22, 2017 5:26 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Oil Filter
Replies: 18
Views: 4620

Re: Oil Filter

Just double checking.. Which models get the $2000 O-ring? I have a /5 and have never used one.
by fig
Wed Dec 20, 2017 4:45 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Oil Filter
Replies: 18
Views: 4620

Re: Oil Filter

Yeah I've always bought OEM but $2.14 delivered.. I couldn't resist! Anyway, just went back and purchased a Mahle split filter from Amazon for $17.28. Definitely pricey but piece of mind is worth something I guess. Thanks for the input :)
by fig
Wed Dec 20, 2017 12:35 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Oil Filter
Replies: 18
Views: 4620

Oil Filter

Can anyone vouch for K&N's kn-161 oil filters? Just bought one on Amazon for only $2.14, but now I'm having second thoughts about using it. Mostly because of one bad review which mentions how the filter had "completely collapsed". Any thoughts? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGJ...
by fig
Mon Dec 18, 2017 4:32 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: jims tank lining
Replies: 29
Views: 8623

Re: jims tank lining

I used Por-15 in my toaster. It's held up great with zero degradation in over ten years. I recommend it.
by fig
Wed Mar 18, 2015 2:13 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: H4 light for /5
Replies: 11
Views: 3418

Re: H4 light for /5

Thanks for the R65 info Rob! Gocytocis that looks like a bargain, only 6 bucks. I think I'll try that first, is there a noticeable improvement?
by fig
Tue Mar 17, 2015 3:06 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: H4 light for /5
Replies: 11
Views: 3418

Re: H4 light for /5

Do you know what year? Max's parts fische lists R65's from 78-85 then also 85-87. There's also GS and LS models. Max sells the kit Snowbum talked about for $585.00 :(
by fig
Tue Mar 17, 2015 2:27 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: H4 light for /5
Replies: 11
Views: 3418

H4 light for /5

Anyone know which H4 headlight from later bikes will fit a '73 /5? I'd like to upgrade and would like a real Bosch setup (glass lense etc.) rather than aftermarket. I've shopped around ebay but I'm unclear which model/year is the right fit for my bike. Any ideas?

DF
by fig
Tue Mar 10, 2015 9:56 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Fuel consumption ?
Replies: 20
Views: 4784

Re: Fuel consumption ?

My /5 gets 45-47 mpg
by fig
Mon Jun 16, 2014 10:45 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: /5 headlight ring tricks?
Replies: 16
Views: 3927

Re: /5 headlight ring tricks?

Yup, +1 on the black zip tie.
by fig
Mon Apr 14, 2014 10:30 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: which of 2 gasket types for lower fork screw plug?
Replies: 23
Views: 4963

Re: which of 2 gasket types for lower fork screw plug?

I have the copper washers on my /5, installed by me about nine years ago. Even though they were torqued to spec they've always leaked, it's actually more like a weep. If I were to do it again I'd use a little sealant. Funny Duane, I thought I remembered them being the crush type.