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How to change antifreeze on the PC800
Written by gibinmich on 7/21/2010 at 01:48 am

One of the bolts on the water pump has a visible brass washer. This is the one
for draining the anti-freeze. Some guys pull the hose. I think you can get at it
without removing any plastic. Don't just check the thermostat, replace it. If
the rubber seal on the radiator cap is cracked, buy a new one. I would use Honda
anti-freeze.

--- In ipcrc@yahoogroups.com, "Earl" <eriviere01@...> wrote:
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> The owners manuel says to drain the fluid at the bottom bolt on the ater
pump.It is located near the left foot peg
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> From: Jerry
> Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 2010 6:29 PM
> To: ipcrc@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: PC800: Re: How to change antifreeze on the PC800
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> Just a suggestion since you may end up pulling bodywork off the bike to change
the coolant.
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> Take a moment to pull the thermostat and check its operation by putting it in
a pan on the stove to verify it opens as it should.
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> Jerry
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> --- In ipcrc@yahoogroups.com, "rj.2000@" <rj.2000@> wrote:
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> > Ok, I've searched with no luck, so forgive me if this is discussed
elsewhere.
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> > The PC800 user's manual states that you should let a certified Honda
mechanic change your antifreeze. I figure they are crazy. At the hourly rate
they charge these days it might cost you $100 USD to change your antifreeze.
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> > I know all about the different types and I'll be using Prestone DexCool
Extended Life pre-mixed 50/50. What I need help on is where to drain the fluid.
There is a hose at the left side bottom of the radiator that looks like a good
candidate since it seems to be the lowest point on the cycle where antifreeze
circulates. Anybody want to confirm?
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> > Has anybody documented the correct way to change PC800 antifreeze?
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> > Regards,
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> > Rick
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