Wilsons Sandbox

Posted: **Tue Feb 26, 2008 6:51 am**

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "Conall" wrote:

> > Proof that frequent short trips = severe driving conditions that > relate to how often you should change the oil. > > Conall > 93,95 KLR > > Conall--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "Ingo" wrote: > > > > Hi guys > > > > I did as you all suggested and rode for about 2 hours today. The > > white "stuff" a.k.a. condensation is now gone and I can sleep easier. > > > > Thank you all for the suggestions and info > > > > Ingo > > >

And that the KLR650 engine could benefit from a modern positive crankcase ventilation (admits fresh air) and cooling systems (bypass circuit) to improve cold weather performance. http://www.sae.org/technical/papers/2004-32-0001 ED

Posted: **Tue Feb 26, 2008 7:03 am**

I know it's a ruse but has anyone worked through the math? 1.) To me the KLR charging system (<~200w) couldn't run the 1hp electric grinding motor (~800+w). 2.) The 20% hp loss puts the KLR at ~28 hp and what good is that? 3.) Savings are ~1/3 of your current cost per mile, which at $3 / gal, I figure my cost per mile is $0.0545. 1/3 of that is $0.018 / mile savings. When taking into account the coal grinder's cost of $10,000, it would require you to drive 555,555 miles to breakeven (simple payback calc). Don R100, A6F

Wilsons Sandbox

white "stuff" on the inside of my oil sight window!!!

white "stuff" on the inside of my oil sight window!!!

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