Topica Loopframe_Guzzi Archive


Subject: Re: Blow-by on the Eldo - ride it or fix it?

Author: Tom Christian

Date: Aug 1, 2005, 12:42 PM

Post ID: 1719236963



Guys,

Thanks for all the good ideas. I've ordered a new
breather and Nikasil kits/gaskets from MG Cycle. I'd
planned on doing a full tear down this winter, replacing
all engine seals, putting in the Nikasil's, and new
clutch, etc, new wiring harness, etc - the Nikasil's are
evidently getting scarce, so I though I'd grab them with
Rick & Gordon still had a set.

I reevaluated the plugs and decided the right side is just
a bit rich, not oily (hasty "wanted it to be" diagnosis
before). I'll go ahead and replace the breather (it was
original - can't hurt). If it keeps blowing oil I'll see
if it goes all the way down to dangerous levels. If so
I'll probably go ahead and do the Nikasil's now. If not,
I'll ride it til Winter when I plan to do the full tear
down anyway.

-tom

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