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  1. Woodenfish

    Curious if others have had battery issues with newer OEM Batteries?

    These powersports batteries have no reputation for being as long lasting as an automotive battery. They are more inline with the durability of a typical garden tractor battery. You can expect a couple of seasons with good care on average but will probably need replacement by year three.
  2. Woodenfish

    Any ideas on what might cause this abrupt loss of power?

    Time for a new battery is my best guess. I had what sounds like the same thing happen to me last month on my ‘21 and it only had occurred once. I pulled off the road, shut down the engine then restarted and all was well again. I will be purchasing a new battery in the springtime to be ready to...
  3. Woodenfish

    Rode in our local Peace Treaty Parade!

    Who do you have a Peace Treaty with, Nebraska or Oklahoma?
  4. Woodenfish

    2021 RTL going back for another warranty fix

    For what these dealers charge their service department managers desks should be piled high with new technician applications. Unfortunately, that’s not the case.
  5. Woodenfish

    2021 RTL going back for another warranty fix

    I wonder if the bureaucracy of BRP is making dealerships paranoid of warranty issues and not getting paid to put replacement parts on these vehicles to actually fix things. I’m only saying this because I had a seat lift spring replaced under warranty due to weakness and here I am just a couple...
  6. Woodenfish

    Any chart/pics to show where Oil change O rings need to go?

    The very first time I changed my oil and filter on my 2021 Spyder I noticed one of the original oil drain plugs o-rings was split into two. I was glad to have purchased the o-ring kits along with my filters from Ron. I have never seen an o-ring in my long career with this defect. It certainly...
  7. Woodenfish

    What's best for Cold weather winter storage? Fuel additive? Battery care? Rodents?

    A wash, a full tank of gas, my NOCO and a full cover while parked I’m my garage. I don’t believe in fuel stabilizer products of having any effect until I see them provide evidence of proof of concept using their formulation.
  8. Woodenfish

    Brake pad rubbing noise - what is the correct way to fix this?

    I’m not a fan of anti-seize being used as a lubricant on brake parts. Its use is for threaded fasteners. I have little use for this product in general because it’s absolutely sloppy to work with, it also changes dry torque measurements which can lead to over tightening. The only grease I do...
  9. Woodenfish

    Brake pad rubbing noise - what is the correct way to fix this?

    No bueno!
  10. Woodenfish

    Brake pad rubbing noise - what is the correct way to fix this?

    With the caliper removed you want to clean any and all points of contact with the brake pad. The idea is to keep the brake pad from sticking on the mounting boss. The pad needs to be able to slide freely. I see a lot of rust and debris building up on cars and trucks but very little on a...
  11. Woodenfish

    Brake pad rubbing noise - what is the correct way to fix this?

    It’s common for fasteners to require more torque to remove than to secure. I’m sure even if you tightened it up extremely tight that you are still somewhere around the proper torque, as the bolt isn’t going to stretch. Any of the factory installed locative remaining on the thread should be more...
  12. Woodenfish

    Brake pad rubbing noise - what is the correct way to fix this?

    I worked for decades as an automotive dealership technician on European, American and a few Japanese vehicles. Whenever I did brakes or had a customer with a new vehicle who complained of brake noise, I inspected the brakes and performed the following. Remove calipers and pads; clean off all pad...
  13. Woodenfish

    Anyone using Sheep Skin for Driver's Seat? If so, any input?

    Get one and say goodbye to swamp butt. Highly recommended.
  14. Woodenfish

    What is the number of hours required to assemble an RT?

    If a Can Am dealer can entice a technician into their service department for a career move the cost to the end customer is justified. Every dealer is looking for help continuously. Hiring skilled labor is notoriously challenging in today’s job market.
  15. Woodenfish

    Dealer set 2022 RTL tire pressures waay high - what do you use?

    Pete many technicians don’t understand some things relating to the vehicle because for one reason. They can’t afford to buy one of every product they service.
  16. Woodenfish

    Error Codes P0222 & P2135 + Plug pics - corrosion?

    Caig Labratories makes a product called DeoxIT D5 that is a fantastic liquid electrical contact cleaner. You can buy a small bottle on Amazon. A little goes a long way to melt that corrosion away. Afterwards you can apply the dielectric grease for long term protection. Be sure to coat the...
  17. Woodenfish

    1330 and Gas Mileage Review - What's yours? Anyone else tracking theirs?

    My wife and I have been able to achieve 31.x mpg on our two RTL’s as shown on our instrument panel of combined city/highway driving over thousands of miles travelled together or alone.
  18. Woodenfish

    Are Dealers 'dumping' New-Old-Stock Spyders instead of selling latest models?

    It’s quite common to find brand new unridden motorcycles and any outdoor power sports from prior years for sale in the dealerships no matter what the brand. It’s the nature of the business as the economy ebbs and flows.
  19. Woodenfish

    Slingmods Adjustable Backrest - who has one and what do you think?

    I have two Show Chrome Grande seatback rests I purchased through SlingMods. I’m 6’4’ and had to actually adjust the backrest slightly forward for my best comfort. My wife is 5’5” and sits so far forward her back did not touch the backrest even if fully adjusted to its furthest position. I...
  20. Woodenfish

    How Long did BRP take to contact you after your Spyder purchase, if at all??

    I didn’t expect anyone to call me or send a survey from BRP so I wasn’t disappointed.
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