02-17-2013, 11:18 PM | #31 |
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15A is a good size.
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02-18-2013, 02:48 AM | #32 |
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Yes thank you also im still wondering if there is a service manual for this quad in case something major happens
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02-18-2013, 08:32 AM | #33 | |
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10w30 oil will work also. Suggest looking for either a 4stroke motorcycle/ATV oil or make sure it does not say "energy conserving" on it. Diesel oil does not. Alot of us run the shell rotellaT 15w40. Cheap and easily found a walmart. You will need just over a quart.
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02-18-2013, 10:14 AM | #34 |
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It's pretty rare to find a 10W30 that does not say "energy conserving". Break-in oil is probably suitable, but it's expensive. I agree with Kato on using 15W40 diesel oil; cheap and easy to find.
I don't think you're going to find a specific manual. Do you have a question? We can likely guide you.
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02-18-2013, 01:52 PM | #35 |
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Can i get the oil at autozone? 15w 40? I dont care if its expensive if its good ill buy it, how many inch pounds is the waterpump? and It leaks antifreeze a little but i need to fix that, and can i use 15w40 or 10w30 which is best?
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02-18-2013, 02:18 PM | #36 |
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Yes, you can buy 15W/40 motor oil at AutoZone. I always wait for a sale, then I stock up on gallon jugs of 15W/40 motor oil.
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02-18-2013, 02:30 PM | #37 |
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15w40 then can i use it in like 80-90° degree temperature outside?
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02-18-2013, 02:35 PM | #38 | |
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02-18-2013, 10:45 PM | #40 |
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Being water cooled does not impact the oil choice. Yes, you can use 15W40 all year, but it wouldn't hurt to switch to 20W50 in the extreme heat.
I found this with a quick Google search: http://www.motopartsmax.com/index.ph...engine/paID/49 I don't have a clue how many inch-pound the water pump bolts should be. I'd take the cover off, clean it thoroughly, apply new sealant and hand-tighten the bolts.
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02-19-2013, 12:25 AM | #41 |
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Alright thanks so my quad's engine is a 200cc Zongshen?, so i dont need to put a new gasket on the water pump just silicone? And tighten using common sense?
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02-19-2013, 12:42 AM | #42 |
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If it is a gasket from the factory, then a new gasket is the best bet. If you don't want to wait, try RTV silicone (like Permatex black). If it leaks, buy a gasket.
I don't know if your engine is a Zongshen. It will be up to you to match the website photos to your existing parts.
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02-19-2013, 12:50 AM | #43 |
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Ok ill try the silicone, well all of the engines look alike were can i find the engines model?
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02-19-2013, 10:14 AM | #44 |
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There will likely be a number stamped next to the shifter. Very small and hard to read.
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02-19-2013, 10:33 PM | #45 |
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Im going to check, also next to the cylinder there is a number?
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