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by mrtim77
Tue Jul 10, 2012 7:19 am
Forum: FZR1000
Topic: I broke off header studs :(
Replies: 15
Views: 6986

Re: I broke off header studs :(

I had the same problem in my Kwak GT550. The stud was snapped flush to the engine. I put a nut on the end and dropped a bit of weld down the middle, thus creating a head. A bit of heat and then used the welded on nut to turn the stud out.
by mrtim77
Tue Jul 10, 2012 7:17 am
Forum: FZR1000
Topic: 87/88 service manual
Replies: 19
Views: 43014

Re: 87/88 service manual

You could always get on eBay and buy yourself and Haynes book of lies. They seem to go for around a tenner.
by mrtim77
Tue Jul 10, 2012 6:46 am
Forum: FZR1000
Topic: Drain plug and overheating
Replies: 1
Views: 1214

Drain plug and overheating

Hello. I'm getting a G reg EXUP back on the road for a mate of mine. Issue 1 - When I remove the drain plug, no oil drains!!!??? Issue 2 - Coolant reservior at the back is boiling like a kettle. I flushed the system out, so I know there's no leaks or blockages. New coolant added. Any suggestions gre...