1983 BMW R100RS Shim Oil Filter Canister, Install Oil Cooler & Filter

On this model/year bike, it’s critical to shim the oil filter canister correctly to avoid loss of oil to the engine. I show how I do that. I also show how I install the oil cooler, thermostat-oil filter cover, and the shims and o-rings to properly seal the cover and oil filter canister.

Here is a short video summary of how I do this work.

VIDEO: 1983 BMW R100RS Shim Oil Filter Canister, Install Oil Cooler & Filter

Here are some pictures of the work.

Oil Filter Parts Detail

Oil Filter Parts Detail

Simple Spreadsheet To Determine The Required Number Of Shims

Simple Spreadsheet To Determine The Required Number Of Shims

Cleaned Up Oil Cooler And Hoses

Cleaned Up Oil Cooler And Hoses

Oil Cooler Installed On Frame Tube

Oil Cooler Installed On Frame Tube

Oil Cooler Hoses Attached To Oil Filter Cover With Built In Oil Cooler Thermostat

Oil Cooler Hoses Attached To Oil Filter Cover With Built In Oil Cooler Thermostat

Oil Cooler, Filter and Filter Cover Installed

Oil Cooler, Filter and Filter Cover Installed

 

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