The PDI
Post Delivery Inspection & Set Up
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What supplies might I need for the PDI?
Partial supply list as suggested by Steve H. from our discussion board

Battery Charger - no more than 2Amp, preferably a float charger.
Air Compressor/Foot Pump - good to have on hand at all times. Check pressure on COLD tires only.
Gasoline Can/Gas - one gallon plastic can filled with gas.
Oil drain pan - any type will do, but the sealable ones are best. Always dispose of fluids properly!
Oil - 5W-30 weight, or straight 30 weight for break in.
Gear Oil - 75W 90, 80W 90 or any good synthetic gear oil.
Anti-Freeze - Formulated for Aluminum engines, 50% anti freeze, 50% water.
Flashlight - to look inside the gas tank.
Metric socket set - basic set, 8, 9, 10mm are the most common sizes used.
Pliers
Rubber mallet
Phillips head screwdrivers
Locktite - blue
Silicone - commercial or outdoor grade.
Ziplock Bags
Black Rustoleum Paint & Sandpaper
Vacuum Lines
Fuel lines - snip off a piece of each to bring to the auto parts store for the right inside diameter.
Tire pressure gage

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Photos and information used in this tutorial were gathered from The Louisiana Powerscooters Foundation and The ScootDawg Forum - credits and thank you to both discussion boards and their wonderful users!

 

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