While it is uncertain what the problem(s) may
be, all the information from just a compression
check gives you a good idea what's going on
inside the engine. Also look at the
dipstick. If it's dark above the oil level,the
engine likely has overheated, in which case I
would definitely ponder the possibility that it needs a complete overhaul.
The money you spend on exploratory surgery
should apply to the work needing to be done.
I wish you well with your project.
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From: surfswab <<mailto:[email protected]>[email protected]>
To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!
<<mailto:[email protected]>[email protected]>
Sent: Sat, Mar 3, 2012 00:46:18 GMT+00:00
Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Nighthawk with disappearing oil
Yep. My take was the $300 was just an "exploratory" fee. As in, "I-
don't-know-exactly-what's-wrong-with-your-motor-but-it-will-cost-you-
that-much-just-to-find-out."
Once the cause is determined, how much in parts/labor to get it back
functioning?
For my own mother, not such a deal (!)
On Mar 2, 2:45 pm, Graham Rogers wrote:
> $300 - that was just for taking the top end
apart. What about putting it back together?
>
> On Mar 2, 2012, at 2:38 PM, Hawaii Sean wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> > Stefano,
>
> > The first question you have to answer is $300 worth 40 plus hours of
> > your time? Also, $300 for the work you're talking about seams really
> > low to me.
>
> > Most important question: do you trust this mechanic? I'd look for
> > another one in your town just to get a second opinion. I did that
> > once and was really glad I did - I went back to my original mechanic
> > and will never let anyone else touch my bike.
>
> > Last question: Do you like wrenching on stuff and to you think this
> > project would be fun? If your answer is no then pay the $300.
>
> > Let us know what you decide and what happens.
>
> > Aloha - Sean
>
> > On Mar 1, 1:00 pm, Stefano Ascari wrote:
> >> Hi Everyone,
>
> >> So went in and spoke to the mechanic in
person. It seems the pressure on
> >> cylinder #3 is 70 pounds (should be in the 140 range according to
> >> mechanic). He said for 300$ he could tear it apart and then he would be
> >> able to determine more exactly what was the cause.
> >> The motorcycle is in pristine condition
overall. Both the front and rear
> >> tires are brand new and everything else has been well taken care of. At
> >> this point I think I'm looking at two options:
>
> >> A. Have the mechanic tear it apart and
determine the problem with cyl #3
> >> and then re-build it myself over the
summer (I don't know anything about
> >> mechanics or how motorcycles operate).
> >> B. Sell the bike for parts.
>
> >> I have a working space in my garage and I'm ok learning new things. But
> >> like I've said, I have no previous
experience with this kind of stuff. Is
> >> re-assembling an engine terribly complex?
>
> >> You guys have been extremely helpful in
the past and I find this email list
> >> an invaluable asset. Thank you for all the informative emails!!
>
> >> Any suggestions?
>
> >> Stefano
>
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