GSX-R Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 So i layed down my 2007 GSXR 750 on its left side. i had to replace the water pump and a few other minor parts. I have everything back together and I cant seem to get my engine temperature down. I believe i did the right steps for flushing and refilling the coolant (but i could be wrong). Ive bled all the air out via the bleeder screw on the water pump. Bike only has 2800 miles on it. There is anti-freeze in all of the coolant tubes so maybe its cycling??? I think my thermostat might be stuck closed causing the anti-freeze not to get cooled down which would then causing my engine to over heat. My radiator cap is not cracked or loose. Could this be due to a faulty thermo? and if the thermostat turns out to be good what else could the issue be??? Also side question: if the long screw that hold the gas tank on the bike is stripped, what tool do i need to get it off??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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gixxie750 Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 I'd say you probably still have air in the system. Open the rad cap and run the bike up to around 190 deg and then add coolant and put cap on fast. After it cools back down to room/air temp fire it back up and check ur temps. As for the seat bolt u can prob fit a saw blade between the tank mount and subframe mount and cut the end of the bolt and remove it that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 It's toast. I'll give you $20 for it and arrange shipping. Have title ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kahooli Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 If it's not air in the system, thermostat, etc,Then it's the more serious problem: head gasket and/or warped head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 maybe you fucked something up when you welded on the engine case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wht_scorpion Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 So i layed down my 2007 GSXR 750 on its left side. i had to replace the water pump and a few other minor parts. I have everything back together and I cant seem to get my engine temperature down. I believe i did the right steps for flushing and refilling the coolant (but i could be wrong). Ive bled all the air out via the bleeder screw on the water pump. Bike only has 2800 miles on it. There is anti-freeze in all of the coolant tubes so maybe its cycling??? I think my thermostat might be stuck closed causing the anti-freeze not to get cooled down which would then causing my engine to over heat. My radiator cap is not cracked or loose. Could this be due to a faulty thermo? and if the thermostat turns out to be good what else could the issue be??? Also side question: if the long screw that hold the gas tank on the bike is stripped, what tool do i need to get it off??? Did you use car antifreeze ? hope not need to take look at water pump fins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 Did you use car antifreeze ? hope not need to take look at water pump finsHuh? Regular old propylene glycol works just fine in a bike. Stop drinking dealer Kool-Aid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd#43 Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 Again with this fuck-wit.I vote for the ban hammer.Is there a moderator in the house? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 if i was a moderator, i would change his SN to focus_dave and put trophy smiley faces in every one of his posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd#43 Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 Is this the same guy that wanted his case welded? Take the thermostat out and put it in boiling water. Listen for the "pop"' date=' but don't get all jumpy and touch the damn thing. Other than that... I recommend Iron Pony. SRSLY..[/quote']Its the same fucking guy.Seriously.He should really be posting at gixxer.com. His people are all there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd#43 Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 Profiling!! I think that's ok' date=' just don't call his bike ghey or Ben will get a case of the red ass. [/quote']Ok, the bike's not gay.This guy, on the other hand, may be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 I am mildly amused. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hue jass Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 Could the lack of cooling be due to not repairing the crack or repairing it wrong? I know you're going to try to unload this thing if you can ever get it presentable. I'm glad I'm not in the market for one. Consult with a mechanic. Actually in person.I crack up when I think about the poor slob that ends up with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 Thermostat in backwards. Reverse effect on cooling system. Turn bike upside down to correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 Is that verbatim from the manual?Yep. From the Our Gixxerz Don't Leak Manual, 2010 edition. Page 27, section 3, paragraph 6, sentence 4. I swear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAMBUSA Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 Thermostat in backwards. Reverse effect on cooling system. Turn bike upside down to correct. Imaginary rep for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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