I’ve been slacking off lately. With so many worries, good and bad, it’s hard to stay on top of things.
Time to get my mind, skills, and body in order! Here we go…
A Zephyr 1100 inspection and oil cooler replacement job came in.
Since this is just a swap, it’s quick work.
Using stainless steel mesh hose bare can easily scratch surrounding parts.
Over time it gets dirty and clogged, looking shabby, so I wrapped it with mesh to protect it.
Hmm? This adapter has way too much freedom. I got worried about whether the oil passage would be okay.
I checked the inner diameter
Using scrap material, I figured that maintaining the passage this way and assembling it would give me peace of mind.
I’m hoping the cooling will improve too.
I inserted it and tightened it down—done.
The nice Moriwaki duct won’t fit up front—it contacts the brake hose. I had to find a way around it.
I stamped it out with a die, bang bang bang. It really drives home how important the right tools are.
Now the duct clears.
My worry level runs pretty high. Full stroke ending in a snap—that’s the worst-case scenario. I do my best to avoid it.
I’m guessing it’s probably a 120 mm stroke these days, so I’m working with that assumption.
The hose was rubbing on the stabilizer, and worse, it was loosening—super dangerous. I’m glad I caught it.
* Bolt-on parts—assume they’ll fit reasonably well. But actually, bolt-on parts often have less flexibility than you’d think.
The fender looks fine too, so I’m relieved.
It looks simple when you see it done… but I’m just glad it all went on without a hitch. Complete!
