Rick made a trip to the ER

[ARCHIVE_yankeetwister]

oil leak

I've developed an oil leak and because it's showing up by my shifter I'm going with the fact it's probably the waterpump seal, having said that I have 2 questions. 1 do I have to take it to the garage, it looks like a small job but don't they all, going in. It's just replacing 2 gaskets right? and my 2nd question is can I keep riding it until I get it fixed, I always check my oil, everyday, the leak doesn't seem bad but still I don't want to chance it! Thanks for any feedback!

 

[ARCHIVE_Joker]

I have no idea how big of a job this is but I would give it my immediate attention. This small oil leak is still in front of your rear tire, and they can get worse in a hurry. If you get your rear tire in that oil you could be fixing a lot more than just a couple of gaskets. Just ask Ethan he had a coolant leak there and I believe that was the reason for the complete teardown of his bike. Will the engine survive the small leak, probly but with my butt on the line as well as the entire bike I would have this repaired ASAP. Just my 2 cents. If it were me I would try to do it myself. I do not know your mechanical abilities so that is just me not wanting to pay $50+ an hour.
Hope this Helps
Joker

 

[ARCHIVE_yankeetwister]

GOOD POINT! I thought the same thing right sfter I hit the submit button. It's already in the back of my truck and on it's way to morrow. I can afford 50/hr more than I can afford a hospital saty or a total rebuild or both. Thanks for the thought, that's one of the things I like about this site someones always got your back!
THANKS JOKER!
Missy

 

[ARCHIVE_Joker]

No problem someone here has always helped me out and sometimes another point of view is all you need. Good luck and I hope they go easy on you at the shop. May you have miles and miles of happy motoring.
Joker

 

[ARCHIVE_TheELIMINUTTER]

K&L Makes a Rebuild Kit for $20, New Pump from Kawasaki is $147, Kawasaki does Not sell a Rebuild Kit. I have an Extra One , Just Pay Shiping, Later Rocky

 

[ARCHIVE_yankeetwister]

Thanks Rocky, that would be great, just send me an address and however much it is and I'll get that out to you.
I took the bike to the mechanic this morning, will know more tomorrow. The weather just got nice here, I don't want it in the shop long!
Later,
Missy

 

[ARCHIVE_TheELIMINUTTER]

Hey Missy, Email is [email protected], Can Ship Priority To ME in 2 Days, $4.85, Later Rocky

 

[bull]

Rick calls me this morning said he is having some "trouble" seeing spots and feeling faint -- figured he'd just been asked to get it up more than once in 24 hrs and was having an anxiety attack -- turns out his Blood pressure was shooting to the moon -- I find it's most always a woman's bad when this **** happens they are either bustin yer heart yer wallett or both -- maybe we should all pitch in and get rick a lil Lamb, he's already got boots he can stuff her hind legs in

They gave him some meds and told him to go get lazy -- course he didn't listen --- if ya check out buddy cuz ya didn't listen I get yer ride (it's in my garage anywho) and ya know I'll be gentle she'll never see a red line lol.

Get better Bro need ya around so I can pic on ya

Bull

 

[zlMark]

Rick you need to quit smoking, relax take a deep breath. Quiting smoking is enough stress by itself. Hope you feel better buddy :good luck:

 

[Rick_in_WA]

I dont want a lamb if its not stump broke

 

[SnakeDoctor]

Quit them cigs man, they are really the pits. I can't say too much as I too smoke the fricken things and their killing me. Take care of yourself.

 

[Southernstyle]

What's up with this?! First Moab and now Rick? Do we pick on you guys too much and give you a complex or something? Seriously, hope you get to feeling better.
Later,
SS

 

[Rick_in_WA]

its no biggiy SS Bull left the damn gate ope his pincess sheep got out, I got nervous he was gonna kick my ass cause she was his fav. had an anxiety attack had to go to ER

 

[bull]

Rick's real "problem"

The truth came out yesterday folks --- probly shouldn't say anything but I don't think we've made a "Man Law" on this topic as yet so here goes --

Rick, his ownself, admitted (while standing next to a chest full of metric tools) that's like putting your hand on the bible, that what happened was he over "medicated" on the Viagra and it shot his bp way up.

My only cocnern is why tempt fate with a true "winter'n woman"?

I think Rick may have a "wintering woman" that fits ALL the below stated requirements because everytime I go over to his house he runs her out the back doorand makes her hide by the wood shed until I leave. He didn't think I knew but that strong "fish" odor lingers and the real key is the dishes are always done.

Foir the under privledged in the art of survivn'g a cold winter as a bachelor I shall pontificate on qualitys or lack of same of a TRUE "wintering woman".

1. She has to be UGLY - because come spring when she leaves you'll be relieved instead of heart broke.

2. She has to be FAT - because a truly FAT woman not only knows how to cook but is damn good at it.

3. She has to be 3 foot tall - Rick's case is harder cuase he's stubby in his own right, he'll need a 2 footer.

4. Flat head is a MUST, soft downy hair is desired, for place to rest your beer, especially when in the garage so it won't spill and lose any precious liquid.

5. This last one is a tricky one and y'all might want to stay away from this requirement, many a man has married a FAT, UGLY, STUBBY, FLAT HEADED woman that had this in her package - she has to be able to SUCK a golf ball through three feet of garden hose without coming up for air.

 

[SnakeDoctor]

I think Bull and Rick need a short time in Thailand to get rid of their STRESS.

 

[bull]

I think Bull and Rick need a short time in Thailand to get rid of their STRESS.

PHILLIPINES are cheaper and classier women --well my class anyway

 

[Southernstyle]

Ah the true romantics, gotta love 'em.
Moab, where u at? You're missing golden oppertunities here!
Later,
SS

 

[Rick_in_WA]

hahahahahaha,. notice you havent met or seen the new g/f? she is like my harly alot of fun to ride. but...... wee you know the rest of it

 

[zl900_moab]

DAMN....I missed it...I was busy hanging out at my father-in-laws house....He is a Methodist Minister.....So, now I am ready to roll....Rick, stop taking so much Viagra, it's not good, besides one could get stuck in your throat, talk about a stiff neck...Unless you got to Thailand or the Phillipines, then you will need it...SS, I am sorry....Late to the party as usual...Bull, I like you already, give 'em hell...And also, Rick, PLEASE QUIT SMOKING, I am doing it, you can too!!!!!
moab...

 

[zlMark]

And also, Rick, PLEASE QUIT SMOKING, I am doing it, you can too!!!!!
moab...

Me too!

WE CAN DO IT THESE LITTLE MFER'S AREN'T GONNA RUN MY LIFE!