I changed the oil and filter in my 1978 KZ650. I also changed the O-ring on the filter cover. Took the bike to work (about 4 miles) and was on my way home (about 1/2 mile from home) when the filter cover popped out a little bit. Needless to say, it was pushing the oil out. I made it home and found oil pouring from the filter cover. I tried tightening the cover bolt, only to have it pop out. Ordered a new bolt, and this one seems worse. Any ideas on a repair? I greatly appreciate it.
Stripped threads? I'd say you'll have to drop the oil pan to get a look at the oil pump.
edit: ps: after doing the repair, be sure to use a torque wrench. If you do a helicoil type repair, you may have to modify the torque setting. ??? If the oil filter bolt threads are damaged, you may need to replace it.
