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techtalk:ref:tools161 [2019/03/25 17:00]
hippysmack [Screwdriver]
techtalk:ref:tools161 [2019/03/27 18:07]
hippysmack [Stethoscope (and other listening devices)]
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 ====== REF: Tools - 161 ====== ====== REF: Tools - 161 ======
 ====== Stethoscope (and other listening devices) ====== ====== Stethoscope (and other listening devices) ======
-See also [[techtalk:​ref:​svcproc14#​using_a_stethoscope_or_other_to_hunt_down_engine_noises|Using a Stethoscope or Other to Hunt Down Engine Noises]] in the REF section of the Sportsterpedia. \\+See also in the REF section of the Sportsterpedia:​ \\ 
 +  * [[techtalk:​ref:​genmsr06#​using_a_stethoscope_or_other_to_hunt_down_engine_noises|Using a Stethoscope or Other to Hunt Down Engine Noises]] in the REF section of the Sportsterpedia. \\ 
 +  * [[techtalk:​ref:​genmsr05#​hunting_down_sportster_noises|Hunting Down Sportster Noises]] 
  
 Normally, you'd use all of your senses on an engine. ((Ferrous Head of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=977525&​page=3)) \\ Normally, you'd use all of your senses on an engine. ((Ferrous Head of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=977525&​page=3)) \\
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 ===== Stethoscope ===== ===== Stethoscope =====
 +A stethoscope can be used to find mechanical noises and air leaks. \\
 +It is a more sensitive device than a stick or screwdriver. \\
 +For that reason, some remove the probe on the end and simply use the hose end for probing. \\
 +Then it's less strain on the ears. \\
  
 |Mechanic stethoscope. ((photos by asasial of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=977525&​page=3)) \\ The black partition at the end of the tape measure is where the diaphragm is. Note the size of the diaphragm.|| |Mechanic stethoscope. ((photos by asasial of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=977525&​page=3)) \\ The black partition at the end of the tape measure is where the diaphragm is. Note the size of the diaphragm.||