1980 Harley Davidson Shovelhead FLT King of the Highway Runs! HD 1080p

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

Oh thanks for the explanation for the comes from the crankcase breather so it just goes from the crankcase breather on the back of the motor right to the air cleaner

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

It does. Kind of a neat old system.

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

Merry Merry Christmas just came across one of your videos. I've got that plastic piece I've had for years it's a little bent from the heat. But it's still intact I've seen how much they want on eBay for those things oh boy.. and a Happy New Year

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

I’ve sold a few nice ones and have gotten pretty good money for them. Common piece that warped and fell apart.

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

I'm curious where does that rubber hose go on the back of the air cleaner backing plate

[@pb68slab18]

Nice thing about those Shovelhead FLTs is that an Evo will bolt right in.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

That’s true. The frame design didn’t really change until 1993

[@jerryhubbard4461]

I owned a 1980 FLH back in the day. 80 cubic inch. One great running engine. All you had to make sure you had in the saddle bag, a set of points and a condenser. Some clothes hanger wire and a couple of wrenches.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

They’re great bikes for sure. One of my favorites. Easy to keep basic tools and parts in the bag!

[@kieronoconnell2022]

1980 electraglide didn't have points.

[@jerryhubbard4461]

Oh yes it did. That was the beginning of the electric crap. You could upgrade from points to module @@kieronoconnell2022

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

True. Electronic Ignition@@kieronoconnell2022

[@DrVlok]

I ride one every day in the uk weather. 1980 FLT. It has points now, because the electronics are shite. Points are reliable, I do carry spares, and tools. It's a vintage engine. If you can't look after one, let someone else, before they are all gone.

[@mikerapp8163]

Yup, when you buy a 44 yo machine that’s been used, it’s got some wear on it. These machines are getting rare. Hope you don’t cannibalize it. All the best.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

Agreed. They always have wear and a lot of backyard fixes on them. Appreciate the well wishes

[@allensooter2743]

i have been riding a 1980 FLT for the last 40 years, what do you what to know about it.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

That’s so awesome! I guess what are things that someone may not know about this model?

[@allensooter2743]

Well, the exhaust is stock Harley, it is the first year of rubber mount, 5speed and i think in 80 inch. The chain runs in an oil bath that lasts for almost ever, the ignition is the weekest part, i changed to points 30 years ago. Too bad about the fairing and dash, but you can find them. Also the primary cover is about 2 inches shorter than the FL and FLH. @@Rockeys_Chop_Shop

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

First year for the 80" was 1978. Yes this is the first year 5 speed. I did know that these had the oil bath system which I think is neat. I did not realize that the exhaust was stock. I have not had the chance to see if this is stock ignition or not. This is the same inner and outer primary as the FXR, I believe.@@allensooter2743

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

Mine was 7/16. Well at least that was the whole size when I put my air cleaner on that's the kind of bolt I used

[@keeto56]

Where can I get a fuel bottle like that?

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

This is a Motion Pro brand auxiliary fuel bottle. I bought it right from their website. There are other companies that offer the same or similar styles as well. eBay amazon etc…

[@smolville]

The key is the one that says "Briggs and Stratton" on it. For real. No fuses. Only a circuit breaker on the battery. I remember that shake. Welds would break. Never re-install a camshaft or a stator.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

Oh yeah. I’ve seen those keys. The keys for this are in the mail. Just waiting on them. Would like to see inside the fuel tank and saddlebag. I’ve seen a lot of broken welds on these old ones.

[@robertginn6882]

I need that exhaust

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

That exhaust has been sold

[@robertginn6882]

If you ever run across the hot spot covers for the right side let me know.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

@@robertginn6882 I will for sure!

[@ianwalker7934]

The exhaust is standard for that year

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

It was. Something that I did discover. Thank you.

[@gary5875]

I would like to get the fairing.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

Hey Gary. Thanks for the interest. I did respond on eBay. Let me know if you want to swing by the shop and grab parts.

[@larrypeplinski593]

On a Harley... say it ain't so!

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

It ain’t so….

[@travissultze934]

It sounds like a couple people tap dancing

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

There are a lot of loose parts on the old gal

[@semperfipar1299]

The clickty clack sound? Head noise. My 2001 sportster made that noise too and the Harley Tech said that was normal but it still bothered me. So as soon as the rings seated and broke in a 500 miles I switched oil to castrol syntec 20W50 and all of the head noise went away. It sounded like a different engine, smooth and silky.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

Oil does make all the difference for sure!@@semperfipar1299

[@larrypeplinski593]

I thought it sounded normal. Potato, potato, potato.... Just like My '78 Lowrider.

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

The engine sounds normal. There are some loose parts on the bike that are clattering. @@larrypeplinski593

[@robertjeffery6100]

Sell it whole

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

It has been sold

[@Olle-555]

No no.... it will never work. Please send me the engine and I'll take good care of it 😂😅

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

The engine is posted for sale! 👍🏻

[@themitchielpricer]

so you talked the guys ear off & bought a bike you didnt get the keys for or didnt hear it run got to be a millennial that dad never tought you shit..

[@Rockeys_Chop_Shop]

Yes. I did grow up without a dad. Not sure why that’s relevant. Yes I talked a lot and didn’t get the keys. Things happen. No, I don’t hear it run but I got it for a good price that even if it didn’t run, it would have been ok. I’m not a millennial, definitely a figure it out Gen X