First oil change completed
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First oil change completed
Well thanks to all of you for your advice. I did my first oil change today, since the dealer did the 1k service last year. I noticed that my drain plug had some white residue, which looked like some kind of teflon lubricant. I wiped it clean and inspected the o-ring (which looked fine) but did not put anything on the threads. Should I have put teflon tape (or any other kind of lubricant) on the threads? Did not seem to need anything as it threaded on just fine and I did not see any leaks when I was done. I did notice that when I took the plug out, it was not very tight at all. The whole thing took about an hour, including cleanup, and I went with Amsoil synthetic 20w-50. I followed the advice of a few of you on this forum and pre-filled the oil filter about half way with fresh oil, so that when I started it for the first time, the oil light was only on for about 1-2 seconds as it had enough pressure. The bike only took 2 quarts and 24 ounces (manual says it is a 3.5 quart capacity - 2009 Fatboy). I guess the rest was left in the engine. I tried using the cut up soda bottle method for changing the oil filter, but it still made a mess. I did not do the tranny and primary as they only have about 1,000 miles on them. I will do them probably with the next change.
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Dennyo,
I will pick up a few new o-rings next time I am at the dealer. I figured since it was in good shape, why not re-use it. Also, my oil level was at about 3/4 up between lines.
I will pick up a few new o-rings next time I am at the dealer. I figured since it was in good shape, why not re-use it. Also, my oil level was at about 3/4 up between lines.
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-013 just make sure it is 7/16 ID and 9/16 OD.
I've got a lifetime supply package of 50 for $1.50 from Fastenal
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Thanks Tomcat1. I will pick up some at the local hardware store and keep them handy. Looks like I will definitely be doing my own oil changes from now on.
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