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06 Nov 2015 17:36 #697551 by blink543
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jackleberry wrote: ATF = automatic transmission fluid (a very high detergent oil)
MMO = marvel mystery oil (alcohol and wintergreen oil?)


Adding that stuff to the oil? Would that change the viscosity or the ability to lubricate?
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06 Nov 2015 18:11 #697555 by SWest
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Is this the bike with the leaky carb?
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06 Nov 2015 18:25 #697556 by blink543
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swest wrote: Is this the bike with the leaky carb?
Steve


Yes the only bike I own
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06 Nov 2015 18:27 #697559 by SWest
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Gas in the oil.
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06 Nov 2015 18:43 #697560 by blink543
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swest wrote: Gas in the oil.
Steve

WHAT?
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07 Nov 2015 11:43 #697617 by jackleberry
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blink543 wrote:

jackleberry wrote: ATF = automatic transmission fluid (a very high detergent oil)
MMO = marvel mystery oil (alcohol and wintergreen oil?)


Adding that stuff to the oil? Would that change the viscosity or the ability to lubricate?


Not if you only add the recommended amount.
1997 KZ1000P (P16)
2001 KZ1000P (P20)

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07 Nov 2015 11:45 - 07 Nov 2015 11:46 #697618 by jackleberry
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blink543 wrote:

swest wrote: Gas in the oil.
Steve

WHAT?


Some carbs overflow fuel into the cylinders when they leak. Fuel dilutes the oil and causes wear and smoking.
1997 KZ1000P (P16)
2001 KZ1000P (P20)
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