2 Stroke Leak Down Check, how to, DIY

[@engranger]

I'm thinking, "that spanner is great, but what if the pins are too long?". Dale says, "if you're using one of these make sure the pins are short". I love this channel. One other thing I've noticed that makes this channel compelling is the "how to" nature. It doesn't just show you what can be done, it has enough detail to show you how you can do it yourself. Thanks!

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thank you so much. Yes, that spanner is a Williams 484, you can get it in a three-piece spanner set at part number 50001. They are just right for holding flywheels. That is my hope that I can help others maintain their own bikes. Sometimes it helps to see it done.

[@jamesws3]

Another great video, Dale. Many real world tips and tricks on how to do a vital 2 stroke test. Easy to understand and follow along with. Thanks!

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Jim, you are right, very vital for a two stroke to be tested.

[@petermckee1061]

That engine has come together so beautifully. Lovely work Dale. Cheers, Peter.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Peter, just about ready to hear it run my friend.

[@KH102695]

Great information Dale. I used to submerge engines in water while under pressure and look for bubbles to find leaks. I built watercraft 2 strokes for many years. Super important on a 2 stroke to be airtight.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thank you, that would be one way to do it for sure. You are right for sure; this is the most important test you can perform on a two stroke.

[@jamesbanjomanjohnson]

im glad that thing didn't leak down in the 5 Minit time cause i was getting tired of holding my breath, 5 Minit's is my limit at my age of 65...

[@montana2strokeracer]

Ha, Ha, Ha, yeah man if I held my breath for 5 minutes, I would be dead.

[@TimWatkins1962]

Watching you work is so therapeutic love your videos

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Tim, I hope that doesn't mean they are boring, LOL, thank buddy!

[@mikelauer8352]

Thanks Dale. Another very informative video for us motor heads. 👍

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Mike.

[@douglasmeeker360]

Great information, tips and tricks to perform a vital test with everyday items. Thanks for spending your time on this.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Doug, you are so right, this is probably the most important test you can do to a two stroke.

[@davidleland8729]

That is some really good information Dale! Glad you covered it. Not many people think about these things.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Dave, most folks don't want to do it because they have to find the stuff to block off the holes, after you find that stuff its easy. Most important test you can perform on a two stroke.

[@donbridgewater2988]

Great bit of info Dale, thank you for all the hard work you do.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Don, good to see you here.

[@gigicocreates]

Awesome Dale! Thanks so much for taking the time to show us this. Very useful tips and things to look out for. 👍

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks again Gigi, hey I used the tag you recommended on the last 3 videos, can't say that was what helped, but the last three were a hit so far, the boring of the 465 Yamaha is over 11k which is very good for my videos. Thanks for the tip, I will continue to # it.

[@gigicocreates]

@@montana2strokeracer Awesome, trust me ASMR has a HUGE audience and they are indiscriminate about the content as long as it tics the boxes of relaxing, repetitive pattern movements or sounds. It might actually be a good idea to incorporate some of the audio techniques used by ASMR KZbin Creators as well. Did you get a chance to have a look at the Revzilla ASMR link i sent you as well? I think there's some great ideas there regarding audio, camera angles, etc for ya.

[@montana2strokeracer]

I am sure going to give it a go, subs are up, can't thank you enough, I have not seen the link you are talking about. Did you send it to my email?

[@jeffsilver4730]

Thanks for all the useful info Dale, your vids are the best on the net.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thank you, Jeff, such kind words.

[@jamessharp9790]

I had a plug in the intake on my son’s RM250C2 , I heard it pop out at 6 psi but thought it went way out into the yard . No it was bouncing in the intake tract of the airbox between the carb and air filter. Cost him a race 🤷🏻‍♂️ Hope you’re doing well , Dale . Ty for all you do. 😊

[@montana2strokeracer]

Man, that suck, yes, I am very reluctant to use more that 6 psi, 5 is better in my opinion. Yes sir, doing much better now. Thanks

[@retromechanicalengineer]

Looks like you built another good one Dale.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Dean, got your Christmas card couple days ago, thanks buddy.

[@retromechanicalengineer]

@montana2strokeracer you're welcome Dale. We received yours too, Merry Christmas!

[@markaddy53]

great job as always dale i check round the crankcase aswell had a ktm in woz leakin bad from there keep up the great work

[@montana2strokeracer]

Awesome, thanks Mark.

[@cainbeeping8480]

Good job brother thanks for sharing. Those are 500 plus now.

[@montana2strokeracer]

The leak checkers are??? that's insane, maybe I will pick up the parts and show how to make one, should make a good video.

[@cainbeeping8480]

@ no the stand you use

[@cainbeeping8480]

But it would benefit a lot of us if you did build a leak down checker to show us.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Got all the stuff today, may get to it this weekend.

[@billhardaway6222]

Another helpful and great show Mr. Dale. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Keep up the good work.🏁💯👍🎄🏍️

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thank you, Bill, and Merry Christmas to you folks too.

[@Garage2Trail]

Good stuff Dale! Thank you for sharing

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thanks Matt, I am going to do a video on building your own leak down pump. Hope it helps a lot of folks that are on the fence about doing this procedure.

[@LarryJohnson-tc7xc]

Howdy Dale

[@montana2strokeracer]

Nice to see you here Larry.

[@frankdillon6127]

would a mity-mite vacuum pump work?

[@montana2strokeracer]

It sure will, I like to use pressure not vacuum, but either works, the mity mite will do both vacuum and pressure.

[@frankdillon6127]

busting the porcelain off a spark plug can be a project.

[@MegaWildweasel]

grind the crimp off the metal part where it hits the porcelain and then punch the Porcelain out from the bottom. (put it upside down in a vise and use a punch)

[@montana2strokeracer]

They are tougher than you think, you are right.

[@frankdillon6127]

@@MegaWildweasel your correct, but most first timers don't know that trick. i was making a TDC tool from a spark plug and it was really hard, that little crimp at the bottom is the culprit.

[@MegaWildweasel]

@@frankdillon6127 That was the same tool I made recently LOL for RD350 timing.

[@azlandpilotcar4450]

I know I said not to change your sound system on your last video, but that good mic really picks up what sounds fan noise in the background. The audio in your intro up to about 2:40 at your "thumbs up" spot, is really washed out. Maybe its a heater fan? Good video, overall, and no problems with sound after the intro. Not really a complaint, just thought you should know.

[@montana2strokeracer]

I forgot to put my transmitter on. Look at my shirt in that intro, transmitter not there. I was lazy and didn't want to re do it. So I just jacked up the volume when I edited it.

[@oldguysoldbikes]

I was going to buy the Motion Pro kit a couple months ago but lucky for me they were out of stock. I caught hell on Facebook for wasting my money on things I could buy at ACE. Anyway, I was watching a TW200 guy on KZbin and he used a smoke generator and that looked to me like a better and quicker way to check for leaks. Do you have any experience with smoke machines?

[@montana2strokeracer]

Yes, Cain just told me those sell for over 500 bucks now, I had no idea, think I gave 150 for mine. I am going to do a video on making a leak checker from parts. Let's see how much it cost me. I have never used a smoke generator. I think the automotive folks use them to find leaks in air conditioner systems, not sure but I think I have heard that.

[@oldguysoldbikes]

@@montana2strokeracer A fellow who posts on YT as tdubkid used one on his Yamaha TW200. Of course that's a 4-stroke so it's a little different, but it works really slick. Just seal everything up like usual, plug in the smoke machine, stand back and look for where it comes out. The whole thing with free shipping can be had for $150 with free shipping.

[@montana2strokeracer]

Thats awesome Jack, I will have to find it on KZbin and check it out. Could be a smoke machine will be in my future too. Merry Christmas Jack.

[@frankdillon6127]

Hi, Guy`s!

[@cainbeeping8480]

Here

[@nemonemo1841]

Please oh please don't valid the automatic translation when you edit your video. It's horrible even for a french man !