Hey, a good way to avoid spilling is to unscrew the drain bolt first, place the pan under it (considering that the coolant will go out strong, so considering the angle) and THEN get the radiator cap loose. In this way you can take out the drain Bolt without worries.
Didn't know about that cylinder drain bolt!! I dont remember reading about that in my haynes manual, might have read over that. Amazing video, thank you!!
After owning a 2002 and 2003 6th Gen VFR, I finally got me a 5th Gen Viffer because of you Billmaa. I'll be going thru your vids this weekend. Thanks for the knowledge. Or at least the laughs.
+iMotoPilot Thank you...I have an 1986 on the way...I have something like 40k on the odo of the 99, I've owned it for 12 years...I will run that bike till it stops..then it will go into my basement =)
I have a 2001 VFR 996 Super Hawk I love the bike I just purchased it it does have an aftermarket exhaust exhaust concept m i g and I get a pop pop pop whenever I let off the throttle but it sounds great when you're on the throttle but I've had a lot of people telling me that popping is normal for those bikes especially with that exhaust but I'm not hearing any other 996 doing it so I don't know what to think .. anybody with information greatly appreciated
Retrospectively, I have a bit of smart commentary with a total load of complete stupidity...it's been a while since I've been embarrassed by a video hahahaha ..Thanks for the comment Mike...
I honestly couldn't tell you my friend, My gen 5 is the only one I've ever worked on...I found a red 91 gen 3 on craiglist the other day..damn thing was mint and 3 grand...took me a whole day to talk myself out of it lol...
Yea that's what I meant. No silicates. I have read that a little shouldn't hurt but there's no way for us to control the amount in the mixture so I stick with non. I believe I just get the plain O green Prestone.
Leave it to Mr. Billma to make flushing a coolant system entertaining. Although I don't think I will ever eat a pickle again. I am glad they are not used on fish tacos.
I'm not a big fan of silicates, I know they give you a bit more protection, but they can be actually worse for the engine if they come outta solution...so I've read, I've never used it, so I can't say I have any experience....
Now I want pickles. I weighed the effort and the shop does it for a hundred bucks. Yeah.. yeah, I got a hundred bucks. You sometimes have to weigh effort and time spent. What's your time worth per-hour? The job, to include getting that pesky air out might be 2 or 3 hours first-time. Great vid!
hello guys, can anyone help, my 98 fiw vfr heats from cold up to 103/4 when the fan cuts in, it runs sweet, no coolant loss, ive got new stat tho not convinced now ! drained coolant which is clean as you like, no stains around rad cap, where do i go from now ? thankyou all, dave.
Mmm put a pickle in with my stickah!! Speaking of.. I need new stickers for the Road Star.. Later though. Not right now.. NO! Not right NOW! STOP YELLING AT ME!
With all due respect, I didn't find this video very helpful. I was looking for a step-by-step protocol, and well,...this one didn't cut it. Could have also done without the unrelated digression, as well.
Hey, a good way to avoid spilling is to unscrew the drain bolt first, place the pan under it (considering that the coolant will go out strong, so considering the angle) and THEN get the radiator cap loose. In this way you can take out the drain Bolt without worries.
Great video. Showing the cylinder drain plug was very helpful, thank you. Now about those pickles...
Didn't know about that cylinder drain bolt!! I dont remember reading about that in my haynes manual, might have read over that. Amazing video, thank you!!
Take the radiator cap off and put it down somewhere, I can tell right away you're a top mechanic
Greetings from Sweden! This was just what I was looking for + shaky video and bad jokes :). Thanks!
After owning a 2002 and 2003 6th Gen VFR, I finally got me a 5th Gen Viffer because of you Billmaa. I'll be going thru your vids this weekend. Thanks for the knowledge. Or at least the laughs.
+iMotoPilot Thank you...I have an 1986 on the way...I have something like 40k on the odo of the 99, I've owned it for 12 years...I will run that bike till it stops..then it will go into my basement =)
I have a 2001 VFR 996 Super Hawk I love the bike I just purchased it it does have an aftermarket exhaust exhaust concept m i g and I get a pop pop pop whenever I let off the throttle but it sounds great when you're on the throttle but I've had a lot of people telling me that popping is normal for those bikes especially with that exhaust but I'm not hearing any other 996 doing it so I don't know what to think .. anybody with information greatly appreciated
Retrospectively, I have a bit of smart commentary with a total load of complete stupidity...it's been a while since I've been embarrassed by a video hahahaha ..Thanks for the comment Mike...
I'll have a pickle please. lol.- no offence... and yes that engine drain bolt was a surprise..thanks bud.
I honestly couldn't tell you my friend, My gen 5 is the only one I've ever worked on...I found a red 91 gen 3 on craiglist the other day..damn thing was mint and 3 grand...took me a whole day to talk myself out of it lol...
Yea that's what I meant. No silicates. I have read that a little shouldn't hurt but there's no way for us to control the amount in the mixture so I stick with non. I believe I just get the plain O green Prestone.
Great video. I sure miss my 02 Viffer. Thought I wouldn't after replacing it with a FJR. May look for another during the winter.
Video was very helpful, thank you for doing this
Must remember... NO parties at Billy's house! LOL
Leave it to Mr. Billma to make flushing a coolant system entertaining. Although I don't think I will ever eat a pickle again. I am glad they are not used on fish tacos.
love the disclaimer... Very educational and phallic tutorial LOL
I'm not a big fan of silicates, I know they give you a bit more protection, but they can be actually worse for the engine if they come outta solution...so I've read, I've never used it, so I can't say I have any experience....
Now I want pickles. I weighed the effort and the shop does it for a hundred bucks. Yeah.. yeah, I got a hundred bucks. You sometimes have to weigh effort and time spent. What's your time worth per-hour? The job, to include getting that pesky air out might be 2 or 3 hours first-time. Great vid!
Do you have to remove the oil filter to get the front drain bolt?
haha love the disclaimer at the end. :)
billy i wander if mine has the bolt you showed the last time i done it i belive i just unhooked the hoses and drained it that way
Thanks Liz....There was nothing phallic, innuendos sure....but nothing phallic Hahaha
Good advice Billmaa ! Pickles !
These videos rock! Thank you please keep it up homie!
+squidgysailor Thank you for the comment
Hi, billmaa
is there only a cylinder bolt at the front or one at the rear to? as i plan to do a full flush out.
hello guys, can anyone help, my 98 fiw vfr heats from cold up to 103/4 when the fan cuts in, it runs sweet, no coolant loss, ive got new stat tho not convinced now ! drained coolant which is clean as you like, no stains around rad cap, where do i go from now ? thankyou all, dave.
Note to self: Stay away from pickle jar at Billmaa's next party.
Aren't you supposed to use Honda blue coolant?
you shouldve got it bro ill look when i do mine again and see if it has the bolt
Does the VFR have 2 radiators?
Yes, most all Honda V4s and V-twins have two
I'm so offended. You must send me a jar of pickle!
You forgot to mention about silicates.
Any coolant will work?
antifreeze goes great with waffles
Hahaha, I had to ruin 3 perfectly good ones for that gag
Every job requires a hammer. If that doesn't work, get a bigger hammer. I wanna pickle!
First rule of public speaking...."Know your audience" =)
3.o6 ...how House Greyjoy could have Ghosted everyone without the mess.
Mmm put a pickle in with my stickah!! Speaking of.. I need new stickers for the Road Star.. Later though. Not right now.. NO! Not right NOW! STOP YELLING AT ME!
now to watch the video lol
and those who accepted the pickles... never speak again.
Billy, Looks like you have some Grog for your next party!
Hahahaha, just add a little rum
mmmmm pickles
2:38 LOL
Zombie juice! LOL
Ouch!
😂😂😂
:-)
With all due respect, I didn't find this video very helpful. I was looking for a step-by-step protocol, and well,...this one didn't cut it. Could have also done without the unrelated digression, as well.
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Pickle and prostate humor......you trying to say something about aging? lol
Great. A how to drain the coolant video that doesn’t include any coolant draining. Very logical. Thumbs down.