Because the oil pan is leaking and the fact that I’m going to eventually clean the carbs, I decided to go online and order some parts. I ordered a new oil pan, oil pan gasket and a carb gasket set. Unfortunately, I found out today that the oil pan is a discontinued part. After speaking with the guy at Beaver Dam, where I ordered the parts, he told me how I might fix the leak myself. He suggested that since there was no real pressure in that area of the motor, I could use liquid metal or I could take the part to a welder. I think I’ll try the liquid metal first. If that doesn’t work, off to the welder I’ll go. I can’t wait to get home tonight. If the weather holds out and doesn’t rain, I’ll take the bike for another spin around the hood. (I placed a plastic container under the oil leak so when I get home I’ll just pour the oil back in the motor and be on my way.) I also decided to order break pads for the rear brake. They’re about worn out anyway and since I’m not spending $70 on a new oil pan, I figure I wouldn’t break the motorcycle budget I had set aside. Really, I think I wouldn’t mind breaking the budget since brakes could potentially keep me from breaking bones! I didn’t order the breaks from Beaver Damn because I found them at Denis Kirk for a few dollars less. Update: I ended up using JB Weld to fix the crack in the oil pan. Works like a charm.