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Old 12-31-2017, 10:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Oko
To answer the question....buy a coolant gauge/checker at an auto supply store or online. Find the reservoir for your bike and check how good it's down to. Add coolant as necessary.
I'de like to see how that's done on a Shovel or Evo. I've always been curious.
 
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Old 12-31-2017, 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by nevada72
I'de like to see how that's done on a Shovel or Evo. I've always been curious.
Guaranteed there has been lots of Anti-freeze in the "starters" of Knucks, Pans, and Shovels.
 
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Originally Posted by TSheff
Guaranteed there has been lots of Anti-freeze in the "starters" of Knucks, Pans, and Shovels.
90 proof?

 
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Old 12-31-2017, 11:29 AM
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Don't worry about the coolant.. but definitely check the level of headlight fluid and be sure to lubricate the turn signals.
 
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Old 12-31-2017, 12:39 PM
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I live in Texas because winter is my least favorite season. OP, I'm 350 miles northwest of you. I haven't seen it this cold in Texas since 2011. I'm blaming our current weather on anyone living north of the 40th parallel. You can blame me when it's too hot in the summer.

This was 2011



This is our forecast for the next several days. The high temperatures on Monday and Tuesday are colder than our normal lows. Wind chills will be in the single digits. Do I look like a penguin?



I have the heaters on in the barn to help keep the horses warm(er). But, there's nothing like snoozing to the crackle of a fire when it's freezing outside.



Did I mention that I'm ready for spring ?

Originally Posted by nevada72
I just use water. Pour it right in the coolant hole.
Exactly. Just like the member who's transmission fluid turned to water.
 
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You are an evil person, DVU. I would never do that to my forum buds.

Oh yeah...it's a tad chilly in Carlsbad, CA:


Yup, a nor'ester! Think I'll go for a ride.
 
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Originally Posted by nevada72
I'de like to see how that's done on a Shovel or Evo. I've always been curious.
Ha! You're right! Okay, I change my post to "check the liquor cabinet and invite nearby forum members to inspect your work."
 
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20`s would feel like a heat wave to me up here right now.
 
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Originally Posted by Bone Doc


Did I mention that I'm ready for spring ?



Exactly. Just like the member who's transmission fluid turned to water.
I love that pic!

That thread is unreal. I never saw it.
 
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We haven't seen 20 up here in Michigan for quite a while the other day it was -10 on my way to work and they predict this week to be colder so you guys that are getting 20 as a low you can well you know. Lol have a great new year
 


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