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Old 10-19-2010, 01:58 PM   #11
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I used it all the time to make it easier for my Gen1s to fit in my Smart cars. But if you are having the reset problem and need to disconnect the control shaft cables, then I will also help with that.
Oops - I meant to say it will help with that. Not I will help with that. I'm a bit too far away to offer you personal assistance.
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Old 10-19-2010, 04:14 PM   #12
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This has all been very helpful-but i have more questions (of course!)

1. slime-i assume you use this only to patch a leak or flat? Does the tire then need to be replaced? can they be fixed at a repair shop like my car tires can?

2. CO2 pump & cartiages- can use these just to top off tires? If tire should be 15 and it reads only 6, can i use this to get to 15? What if i don't need all the cartridge- what do i do with the remaining co2? What kind of stem valve do i have?

Txs- grace
And I have a question too... One tire has had the tube replaced (some of us learn the hard way. <G>) That same tire with the new tube is low for the second time after about a month. The other with the original tube is fine after 2 years of use. It is almost a 150 mile trip to the dealer--who when he replaced the tube neglected to check the other tire--which was also low. Fortunately I had learned enough to recognize that fact.

The local mechanics don't want to bother with filling it for me--their hose connection doesn't fit properly in the space allowed. Is there a particular type of guage that works well? It is difficult for e to get it turned over to check...

The young man at Walmart this morning finally had to get a pair of pliers to get his connection to work. The crew there agreed that slime would not be a solution.....

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Old 10-19-2010, 04:52 PM   #13
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I would love to say that there is this neat trick that you can do, but some things are just hard.

The valve from the factory is not in a convenient place, simple as that. Even so, it is not really that hard for those who are used to dealing with such things, and are just a tad creative.

Many people lay the machine on one wheel, or face down, so they can more easily access the valves. There is not much room to work, unless you rotate the wheel so the valve (Just like a car or bike tire) is near the bottom of the machine, sticking below the batteries. Then most any valve end from the compressor or air source will work.

For me, I am too lazy for all that, and I moved the valves so they are accessable from the outside, like the gen 1 machines were. I am an electromechanical Engineer, so it was not too much of a stretch for me to deal with factory standard, or modify it as I see fit.

Again, I wish I could say to just do this or just do that, but the reality is that the valves require a great deal more effort that would be optimum. I guess the gen 2 machines are slaves to fashion.

I have a CO2 pump, but the gas comes out too fast, so it is hard to just ‘top off’ the pressure”. That is for me, with my pump,
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Old 10-19-2010, 05:01 PM   #14
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CO2 inflators aren't really a pump, seeing how they just release compressed gas. Just clarifying that so that newbies don't get confused.
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Old 10-20-2010, 02:54 PM   #15
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You should also carry a copy of all rules regulations concerning your right to use the Segway as your mobility device.

I know that technically these are not "tools" but someday you may need them.

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Old 10-22-2010, 01:28 PM   #16
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I think I have a summary of all suggested:

1. Allen wrench set or quick release tool (for taking apart seg if needed)
2. CO2 pump/device and CO2 cartage's (to inflate tires if flat)
3. Slime (to help seal a tire puncture before adding CO2)
4. Lock (for quick tie-ups if needed)
5. Power cord (to plug in as needed)
6. Plastic bag(s) (to assist in carrying "stuff"- that you don't want to put in seg bag.
7. Manuals (for reference if needed)
8. Copy of rights/ada
9. Cleaner/rags (as needed for cleaning up hands/seg)
10. ??

Did I forget anything?
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Old 10-22-2010, 02:11 PM   #17
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Old 10-22-2010, 06:03 PM   #18
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I think I have a summary of all suggested:

1. Allen wrench set or quick release tool (for taking apart seg if needed)
2. CO2 pump/device and CO2 cartage's (to inflate tires if flat)
3. Slime (to help seal a tire puncture before adding CO2)
4. Lock (for quick tie-ups if needed)
5. Power cord (to plug in as needed)
6. Plastic bag(s) (to assist in carrying "stuff"- that you don't want to put in seg bag.
7. Manuals (for reference if needed)
8. Copy of rights/ada
9. Cleaner/rags (as needed for cleaning up hands/seg)
10. Tire guage

Did I forget anything?
I added the tire guage to number 10
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Old 10-24-2010, 08:20 PM   #19
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Carrying a d-ring & bungie cord may be helpful.
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Old 10-31-2010, 11:02 PM   #20
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I carry a charging cord, hex wrenches, a strap wrench and a bottle of water in the bag of my i180.
I also have enough money in my wallet for cab fare.

Hmmm. Should I check my AAA coverage?
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