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    Might have to hold some cheese cloth behind the pipes next time I have it warmed up after a ride.

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    Easy to get Formula plus. … On my 07 flhtc I have a Barnett at the time they said Redline was the best so that is what I’ve used. 10000 miles is what I try to get bet if not then once a year.
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    Re-looked at exhaust pipe, and there is oil residue. Oil is getting through the pistons. Where it sat so long, would Luca's oil help any?

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    Quote Originally Posted by DaveC32040 View Post
    Re-looked at exhaust pipe, and there is oil residue. Oil is getting through the pistons. Where it sat so long, would Luca's oil help any?
    Don’t know about Lucas… but back in the 60s when I used to monkey with engines i used Rislone oil treatment…👍
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    Thumbs up Oil consumption

    Thank you rhino 2.

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    Quote Originally Posted by DaveC32040 View Post
    Re-looked at exhaust pipe, and there is oil residue. Oil is getting through the pistons. Where it sat so long, would Luca's oil help any?
    You should have a leak down test done to see if your rings are holding a seal and engine has good compression before trying anything else

    Oils are probably not going to help if you have poor ring seal and or valve seals leaking
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jack Klarich View Post
    You should have a leak down test done to see if your rings are holding a seal and engine has good compression before trying anything else

    Oils are probably not going to help if you have poor ring seal and or valve seals leaking
    Jack.. Me’ I always use the law of parsimony (Occam’s Razor)..IE go to the easy solution first sometimes when an engine sits for long times’ Years? The rings can gum up .. If the Rislone doesn’t work then all the OP is out a quart of oil …
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    Whatever primary juice you decide to use make sure you change it every oil change every time. Heres why- see that silvery fine particle sludge ( not chunks or slivers!)on the magnetic drain plug? Guess where else there are magnets? On the rotor. Those fine particles will attach themselves and over time will lead to your alternator shorting/ burning out.Its a fresh quart of oil now or a new alternator later. Might as well throw a new regulator/rectifer and battery onto the final bill- bad news comes in 3's. CHANGE THAT PRIMARY OIL!

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    Quote Originally Posted by rhino 2 View Post
    Jack.. Me’ I always use the law of parsimony (Occam’s Razor)..IE go to the easy solution first sometimes when an engine sits for long times’ Years? The rings can gum up .. If the Rislone doesn’t work then all the OP is out a quart of oil …
    Keep in mind, many Twin Cam engines had poor machining of the cylinders when put together @ the factory

    This caused higher than normal oil usage, this is why a leak down test is in order here
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    To both rhino2 and Jack Klarich, thank you. Due to finances, I might try the oil additive first. If that doesn't work I might try and find you Jack. It looks like you're in Jax, Fl and I'm about 60 miles in Glen St Mary....lol

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    Quote Originally Posted by DaveC32040 View Post
    To both rhino2 and Jack Klarich, thank you. Due to finances, I might try the oil additive first. If that doesn't work I might try and find you Jack. It looks like you're in Jax, Fl and I'm about 60 miles in Glen St Mary....lol
    You can reach me @ 904-304-3545, if I do not answer leave a message

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    Thank you Jack. Your number is written down. By any chance are you doing the Boots on the Ground run on May 7th?

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    Quote Originally Posted by DaveC32040 View Post
    Thank you Jack. Your number is written down. By any chance are you doing the Boots on the Ground run on May 7th?
    I do not know what that is?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jack Klarich View Post
    I do not know what that is?
    May 7 th it’s a polka run in Jacksonville.. out of the flamingo Lakes RV resort..
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    Rhino 2 is right. It's a huge poker run, at least 600 bikes that run 13 different routes through Jax. It's to build money for vets, first responders and so much more.

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    Quote Originally Posted by onahog View Post
    Just throwin this out there people..Lets Discuss!!

    What Oil do You use in your Tri Glide Primary?

    Why?

    How Much?

    How often R & R?

    ATF? Dennis?

    Please Explain, as we all value your choice!

    With the redesigned compensator I don't use ATF anymore.

    These compensators need a high quality oil because of the slide ramps and flat roller bearing.

    I've actually been adding a small amount of ZDDP additive to my primary oil because of the slide ramps. They work just like a flat tappet cam in older car engines. Hasn't effected the clutch function (no slipping) for the last 2 years and my primary is still clunk free.

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    Thumbs up Amsoil - Nothing Better

    AGREED.

    Amsoil Engine and Primary. Transmission use Harley ATF - HOG wrench recommended (happy with tranny shifting).

    Three hole change every 5000-7500mi or at 1 year. Takes about one hour. Good insurance.

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    I use Amsoil in the motor and trans, but like Formula+ for the primary.

    I don't use anything automotive in my Harley.....oils, tires etc. .....not counting wax's cleaner's etc.

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