Any other things to check out while replacing windshield arm?

[joshuacarson1]

I'm getting ready to replace the windshield arm on a 2011 machine. I have all of the videos and links for that, so I should be good to go. What I'm looking for is suggestions on other things to check out while I have the plastics off. I don't know if the vacuum lines have ever been replaced and I'm planning on checking them out while working on the machine. Is there anything else I should check out while it's apart/plastics are off?

Also, I've noticed the machine is leaking oil, but I don't know where from. Are these notorious for leaking oil from specific locations and if so, are the repairs simple? This is a new machine for me and I'm trying to make myself as familiar as possible with it and know what to look for. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

 

[chipveres]

Clean the bugs off the radiators?

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

If you are in that part of the spyder I would absolutely change to Silicone hoses. .... and consider changing out the spark plug wires or at least check to see what brand wires you have .... the OEM's had high early failure rates .... the other major issue was EXCESSIVE oil in the OEM airbox .... Ask BajaRon about how to remedy this , He came up with putting a GAS filter on the HOSE that came from the engine to the AirBox ..... good luck ... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Mikey]

Get yourself a shop manual on line or hard copy and enjoy!