So.Cal Service Party - March 12 - Sunday

[strsout]

If you want to participate on the South California Service Party on March 12 at San Bernardino, CA, please write your name and what kind of service are you looking for.
Or if you are comming just to look how it works.
I will PM with the directions.
It will be close to the junction of I-10 and I-215.
Also, write up the time you are planning to be there.

[meese]

SoCal Service Party on March 12 at San Bernardino, CA

1. Ken (coming to wrench)

Elton, I can bring basic metric tools and a torque wrench. We should try and get a drill but and special socket if someone wants to change the clutch slave cylinder, or maybe better yet leave that for David and the 18th.

[BEhrler]

I would like to come and observe. I can be there at any time after 6:00 AM since I live only 5 miles away in Redlands.
Butch Ehrler

[dglenn1]

Dan Glenn looking for a 6K service on a 2005 LT. I can leave San Diego by Noon. I don't have a service manual yet. What do I need besides an oil filter kit? Do I need to bring the oil or can I purchase up there? I will bow out if its raining.

Thanks,

[dmatson]

I would like to come. I am at 10,700 miles so I would like to know how to do a 12K. I can come any time just let me know where and when.

[mjordans2000]

I'll be there with tools and a bike ready for valve check/adjust as well as brake and clutch adjust/bleed.

Michael

[meese]

SoCal Service Party on March 12 at San Bernardino, CA

1. Elton (hosting)
2. Ken (wrenching)
3. Michael (wrenching, valve check, brake bleed)
4. Butch (learning)
5. Dan (6K service)
6. Doug (12K service)

I'll plan to be there at 9 a.m. with tools. I'll also send the list of parts needed for a 6K and a 12K service to Dan & Doug so they can pick stuff up ahead of time.

[ddavenport]

I would like to join you guys. I am at 18K and need the fluids changed. I also have the 2005 service manual CD that I can bring. Is there a computer/printer available if needed?

[strsout]

I would like to join you guys. I am at 18K and need the fluids changed. I also have the 2005 service manual CD that I can bring. Is there a computer/printer available if needed?
I can provide a computer at the garage.
The printer will be a little more complicated but duable if really need.

I will be sending PM's today to each one with directions to my house.

[strsout]

I just sent email to all below, with directions to my house.
Please let me know that you received it.
Also, if any one else want's to be there, let me know.

1. Elton (hosting)
2. Ken (wrenching)
3. Michael (wrenching, valve check, brake bleed)
4. Butch (learning)
5. Dan (6K service)
6. Doug (12K service)
7. DaveD(18K service)

[meese]

I have the complete service manual (up to '04 with Integral ABS) all printed out in a binder. If there are any specific '05 changes we can look them up on CD, but I don't think that will be a problem for the kind of tasks we're looking at doing.

[dglenn1]

I see that Ken is arriving around 9AM. What is the official start time? I'll try to shift my Sunday morning obligations so I can be there earlier. I would like to see everything. Thanks.

[strsout]

Dan,
I will be ready around 8:00AM, I belive we all will be waiting for Ken, but also people can start removing the tupeware... :)

[meese]

Here is the list of parts needed as per the normal BMW scheduled service list:


For 6K (and 18K):

Qty Unit Part # Name
1 each 11 00 2 300 053 Oil Change Kit
4 quarts 07 51 1 467 608.5 Engine Oil 20W50


For 12K, the above list plus:

Qty Unit Part # Name
1 quart 07 51 1 467 611.5 Hypoid Gear Oil 80/90
2 each 07 11 9 963 200 Gasket Ring A14X18 (for rear drive fill & drain)
1 each 07 11 9 963 300 Gasket Ring A18X22 (for tranny fill)
1 each 13 71 1 464 916 Air Filter
4 each 12 12 1 465 104 Spark Plug XR7LDC


I don't think we have any 24K bikes, but if we did then all the above plus:

Qty Unit Part # Name
1 each 16 14 2 325 859 Fuel Filter


And every 4 years:

Qty Unit Part # Name
1 gallon 82 14 1 467 704 antifreeze


Other optional parts are:

Qty Unit Part # Name
1 each 11 12 1 464 823 valve cover gasket
1 bottle Dot 4 Brake Fluid
1 tube Permatex Ultra Black silicone sealant

If the 6K guys want, you can add the rear drive gear oil and gasket as well. It's not required, but also isn't really a lot of extra work.

That should give everyone enough info to get what they need.

[strsout]

Looks like the weather is changing for better on Sunday.
Yesterday was forecast rain, today is forecast Partly Cloudy.
Tha would be a good party guys :)

[dglenn1]

Looks like the weather is changing for better on Sunday.
Yesterday was forecast rain, today is forecast Partly Cloudy.
Tha would be a good party guys :)
I noticed that this morning. San Diego is still calling for rain but it looks like there will be some fair weather up your way.
Just got back from the dealer and got the oil, filter kit, and filter wrench - $63. Looks like I'm set. I'll try to get out of San Diego by 7:30 at the latest. Look forward to meeting you all.

[ustasub]

Depending on weather and whims of better half.....:) I'll bring some tools torx etc.
1. Elton (hosting)
2. Ken (wrenching)
3. Michael (wrenching, valve check, brake bleed)
4. Butch (learning)
5. Dan (6K service)
6. Doug (12K service)
7. DaveD(18K service)
8. Jeff (watching and learning)

[OKUIII]

I need 48k. Have done all fluids and filters, but need valve check. Sunday is great for me.

[OKUIII]

I just sent email to all below, with directions to my house.
Please let me know that you received it.
Also, if any one else want's to be there, let me know.

1. Elton (hosting)
2. Ken (wrenching)
3. Michael (wrenching, valve check, brake bleed)
4. Butch (learning)
5. Dan (6K service)
6. Doug (12K service)
7. DaveD(18K service)

Hi,

I need 48k service. Have chnaged all filters and fluids, but I do not know how to do a valve check. Can I learn from someone there?

[strsout]

This is the latest count:

1. Elton (hosting)
2. Ken (wrenching)
3. Michael (wrenching, valve check, brake bleed)
4. Butch (learning)
5. Dan (6K service)
6. Doug (12K service)
7. DaveD(18K service)
8. Jeff (watching and learning)
9. OKUIII (48K service)

[strsout]

Hi,

I need 48k service. Have chnaged all filters and fluids, but I do not know how to do a valve check. Can I learn from someone there?

Ken (messe) will be here and he is good on that.

Depending on how many bikes we have, I will do the 48service on my bike too.

[mjordans2000]

Wow Elton, sounds like we're going to have a great turn out. How big is your coffee pot? :>)


Michael

[strsout]

Two very important 'safety' notice for those who are comming:

1) Right before my house there are 2 speed bumps. Chances are you WILL botton down your bike on those if you don't slooooooow down. Be aware.

2) More importante (thank you Michael):
There are planny of drinks and water on the cooler, some snacks on the garage table and we can order pizza near by, BUT I do not dring coffee, so I have no coffe pot, coffee, and no knowlodge on how to brew coffee.
So if any one can bring a small machine, the kitchen is all open.
Any takers?
I can buy some Starbuks cool moccha fraputinos, but will be all if you don't bring your own :(... sorry guys :( :(



Wow Elton, sounds like we're going to have a great turn out. How big is your coffee pot? :>)


Michael

[mjordans2000]

Okay..... Tools, parts, and a coffee pot. Disaster averted :>)

[Jriverside]

I would like to watch,but well have to leave early. Jim

[strsout]

I would like to watch,but well have to leave early. Jim

It's OK Jim,
You are welcome.
I'm sending the directions by PM

Elton

[strsout]

This is the latest count:

1. Elton (hosting)
2. Ken (wrenching)
3. Michael (wrenching, valve check, brake bleed)
4. Butch (learning)
5. Dan (6K service)
6. Doug (12K service)
7. DaveD(18K service)
8. Jeff (watching and learning)
9. OKUIII (48K service)
10. Jim (watching)

[strsout]

I'll be there regardless. :)

[carl_k1200]

I would like to come and just see how to take off the tupperware. As well as meet some of the other LT riders. Carl

[strsout]

Hi Carl,
you are very welcome yes.
I'm sending you a PM with directions

Elton

[strsout]

I'll be there regardless. :)

Hummm...
yep... I must be there at my own house : )

[meese]

But you weren't there last time I dropped by. :) No matter, I enjoyed talking with your friend and his wife.

Remind me to pick up my radio while I'm there. Be a shame to forget it.

[dglenn1]

Looks like we're talking about the aftermath over on the March 18th thread. Just wanted to offer my thanks to those who made this a great day of learning. All I did was change my oil but I saw three bikes get torn down to the fuel tank, all major fluids replaced except coolant, air and fuel filter service, valve gap check, cam r & r, Ottomans installed, whew! Quite a day.

Mike - Thanks for loaning all those tools and the great advice - if there was any doubt about the capacity of an LT, its gone now. Good luck with the sprocket and camshaft, let us know how it turns out.

Ken - Great knowledge sharing and the gloves kept me warm all the way home! Thanks for traveling that distance to help us out.

Elton - Awesome host. Thanks for opening your garage and home, it was great meeting you.

Nice meeting all of the rest of you as well. Doug, Dave, Bill, Butch, Gary, miss anyone? Lots of good advice and discussion on many topics from some very experienced riders. I learned a lot from everyone. Thanks again.

[mjordans2000]

You're more than welcome Dan. Hope to see you again soon.

Michael

[garyj]

I enjoyed stopping by for the short visit. It's fun to watch people take things apart who can actually put them back together! Next time I should have my seats back and should be able to arrive on a motorcycle.

Blessings,
garyj

[strsout]

Thank you for all of you who came and help us improve our knowledge on this bikes.
I really enjoy that day. :)
There as some pictures attached.

[dmatson]

I to would like to thank everyone. I learned and gained confidence and met some very nice people.
I also learned on my way to the tech day how well the ABS brakes work at 80mph when a Honda comes sliding across four lanes of traffic right in front of you!
I want to thank Ken and Michael for their patients and help. I also want to thank Elton for coming to my rescue when he didn't have to! Thanks Elton! I didn't torque one of the valve cover bolts and a few miles away on the freeway noticed how slippery my left foot was on the peg as I looked down the whole left side of the bike was covered in oil. I got off the freeway and found I had lost about 2qts of oil. I called Elton and he came right away with oil and helped me correct the problem, thats what I call a friend. I hope I can return the favor some day.
Doug

[mjordans2000]

Well, at least you're in good company. Given that both David and Grif have been there I wouldn't feel too bad. Glad it worked out,

Michael

[meese]

Guess I should've torn into my LT as well. I'm doing a full service and a few other things (Baehr, PIAAs, heated liner wiring, wiring cleanup, etc.). Just got to the valve check. I have 3 tight intake vales, though all exhaust look OK. One intake is very tight, so good thing I checked before leaving on my 6-week work trip. Maybe I shouldn't have waited a year and 30K miles to check them. Too much time working on other bikes, and not enough on my own, I guess. :)

[mjordans2000]

Kind of like the plumber who doesn't get around to his own leaky faucets :>)