Never heard of it. The vent that is

 

I can't remember what size grease nipple I used but if you have a tap and die set then you can simply use that as a reference to what size grease nipple thread your gonna need. That's what I did. If you don't have a tap and die set its probably a good idea to have one when you own a Rzr. I've used it for several other areas on my Rzr too.


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I used a 10-24 grease nipple and stuck a piece of hose on it. Just make sure you A. Drill out the center othe grease nipple and B. grease the tap so that any chips will stick in the grease instead of go into the weep hole. Wipe off and grease every couple turns to be on the safe side.

 

Perfect. Thanks guys.

 

Since it's going into aluminum, I'd use a course thread; like 6mm X 1. The zerks and tap are available at O'reilly's. My two-bits........

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Good idea. I just used what I had kicking around on mine. But I agree a coarse thread might hold better

 

What is the purpose of doing this?

 

Prevent dirt/debris H²O from getting into the weep hole and possible damaging water pump seal. But it is not supposed to be completely plugged, must be allowed to vent. The clear tube will allow you to eyeball if there is a seal problem.

 

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Before I did this I had 2 seals go on me within 3rides from muddy water getting in and ruining seal

 

Thanks for the info

 

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Is there such a thing as a 10-24 size grease nipple? I can't seem to find one that small. Anybody know of any other sizes that will work?

 

Lol there is Such a thing.

 

Ok I can't find any grease zerks smaller than 1/4" or 6mm anywhere. I have stopped at 3 auto parts stores, and 2 different hardware stores. I did find something that will work, it's a 3/16" press in grease zerk. The weep hole is real close to 3/16".

 

I am out two seals so far, my dealer does not want me to do this, yet. They are covering the warranty. But, it makes sense to me.

 

Mine was done under warranty twice but being in the middle of nowhere and limping home trying not to overheat and cause damage and the 2week down time both times wasn't good.

 

Those seals aren't cheap either. Think it was either 35 or 45 dollars for one i bought. Been almost a year now with the weep hole vented and no problems. Just take the tap you plan to use with you to the hardware store and match the grease zirk to the tap.

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She is a done deal. I tapped the hole with a 6mm x 1 tap. Inserted a straight grease nipple with no ball installed. Attached hose. Hose would not stay on nipple, even with hose clamp. So I installed a nipple with 45deg angle. Harder to get hose over. Put hose clamp on. Routed hose up high and looped it a couple times. Should be styling now.

 

So is this a problem that is predominate with people who frequently ride in deep water, or should we all be concerned?

 

It is only a problem if you ride in deep enough water to submerge the water pump weep hole in water. With it being so low wouldn't take much to submerge it.

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The issue is dirty water getting up the hole and eating the seal. If you never ride in water you'll probably never have an issue but if you like playing in the mud it's something to look into.

 

How did that 3/16" press in grease zero work out for you? Did you have to drill out the hole or did it just tap in with a hammer and fit tight? Does the vent hose hold onto the nipple well? Thanks

 

If you use a small enough grease zerk can just tap the hole and screw the grease zerk in. Just make sure knock the little ball out end. I used a small zip tie hold the hose on.