New Problems w/ the JUNKYARD WLA Restore(Part 3)

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[@saltyshamp741]

As a tractor mechanic (with tons of parts) I recommend keeping everything in large assemblies. Then disassemble the assembly, clean and rebuild. That way all the parts stay together and don’t get mixed or lost. Great series and good luck.

[@sharplessguy]

Agreed... it's obviously going to be a while before you start reassembly. Keep the subassembles together in boxes that are labeled so that you don't spend a lot of time searching when it's time to put them back together. Also brake cleaner... it's great at dissolving caked on grease and crude without damaging metal parts...

[@Lucas12v]

Good advice. Keeping things organized saves a lot of time later. Taking pictures is a good idea as well.

[@stan5513]

You are soooooo right. It annoys me to see someone wash assemblies instead of piece parts. Haste makes waste!

[@TheNostorian]

I'll most likely never rebuild anything. But when i know someone who will. I will come over and stand there saying.. yes. Yes. Well keep it in large assemblies yada yada so i look like i know what i am doing. So thanks for the tip!

[@meaders2002]

Blast media . . . AlO2. Aluminum oxide. Good for blowing away rust and corrosion. Scours pitted metal. Really cuts paint well. Leaves a rough primer/paint ready surface Glass bead. Polishes remove light rust. Tends to polish metal slightly. Walnut shell. Barely removes surface rust. Polishes only for bare metal parts. Does not effectively remove paint.

[@codywake7905]

A much larger air compressor would probably get your sand blaster working like a champ! They require a lot of air volume.

[@andrewhart9941]

Like alot of air

[@Chocolate_dragon]

A lot of CFM. 9.5cfm at 90psi is required for the harbor freight blasting cabinet. Air has always held me back at my shop for blasting and painting.

[@christiankirkenes5922]

Truth

[@Lucas12v]

You need a lot of air so get anything done but even a small compressor should work fine for a few seconds. Theirs didn't appear to work for any amount of time. I'm betting that moisture in the air is causing clogs.

[@danowens7145]

Also pull a vacuum in side the sand cabinet. It will keep the dust down and help pull the material up the hose. Also there should be a slide adjustment on metal pickup tube. Adjust it to allow right amount of material through. I use the fine white sand to clean paint and rust off. Baking soda for aluminum and chrome

[@eirikauster]

i would recommend an ultrasonic washer/cleaner for the small parts. I used it a lot rebuilding my vw beetle engine, gets all kinds of stuff of the parts. Love watching the rebuild

[@chees7001]

Same

[@47MasoN47]

Definitely, I'm building a Honda CB550 right now and bought an Ultrasonic cleaner for the carbs. I've used it on a TON of stuff on that bike now. I wish I'd bought one years ago.

[@kenfarnsworth5420]

My first thought when watching him using his knife as a scraper.

[@chees7001]

@@kenfarnsworth5420 haha same I was thinking that too

[@TheComputergeek365]

I use one when I rebuild carbs! They work awesome and they are wicked cheap.

[@motormikeb1047]

A few years ago, at the young age of 65... I bought my first Harley. Was never a fan of them but always had a soft spot for a flattie. Found one on the web.... had my old school Harley buds check it out and they said if I didn't buy it.. they would. So, my 42' is parked in the stable. Great bike. I'll follow your adventures on this build. :)

[@youlooze2me]

i like the bike build. Just an fyi sometimes its hard to get scratches out from screw drivers and knives if you take dirt off with them. it takes a little more sand blasting or polishing. You need a bigger air compressor with a water separator and a more harsh parts cleaner. even extra parts cleaner to soak stuff in buckets.

[@hogdavidson489]

Really appreciate y’all letting us watch this rebuild, I may attempt something like this one day but it’s fun watching y’all do it, keep them coming

[@beardedwonder8864]

Solid work gents. Suggestions; heated solvent tank, let them parts soak, steal wool pads to clean those heavy grime parts. You’ll chew through brushes

[@BikesandBeards]

Thanks for the tips!

[@Patriot-up2td]

DON’T TOSS THAT TANK!!! You may be able to work with it. Just take it as it comes and be patient as you go. This old honey came a long way to fall into your hands and you want to do her right. Believe me Sean, you’re going to be amazed with her and yourself when she’s finally finished!

[@BikesandBeards]

we are not tossing anything, all this stuff has value

[@mariogravina7596]

Just a quick mention, you probably know or heard about it but the way i cleaned an old 50 year old fiat 500 fuel tank and it came up spotless, i saw it done in a bike restore vid. so i tried it and it worked, toilet cleaner jel which has an acid can't remember the name but it worked, i used roughly 1-2 litres of product and filled it with fairly hot water and left it overnight, just remember it's hazardous so causion.

[@londonglide]

Currently modifying a 2 brush generator to fit on my WLA to get improved reliability for use. Everything is available for these, still a lot of NOS surplus, but prices have rocketed. When you live in the UK, everything is double the price when shipping and import fees are added. Throw nothing away!, it's all valuable..

[@daveco1270]

Things nobody ever said on their death bed..."I regret keeping my motorcycle stock and not hacking it up." You guys better finish this project, I wanna see Sean riding that beast again.

[@SLO-Ride]

On the other hand...I've a 2016 Street Bob that I have bobbed so much more. I also have a 2014 Softail Deluxe CVO that I only swapped a more comfortable seat, a much brighter headlight, and very cool blue Avon retro grips. No cutting or eliminating any stock frame, tin, or engine parts, and really do not plan to. Really!

[@bakters]

Well, I'm not on my death bed yet, but I actually regret not chopping my girl up. She's not comfy enough as is and too fast for me at my current shape. I liked her better as a fighter, but I crashed that version, so it's back to stock. How long do I wait for the wisdom to come down on me? ;-)

[@daveco1270]

@@bakters I'm not a total purist. Everyone should be free to do with their bike as they please. I've seen some great builds that involved breaking out a saw and doing some hacking....but there's some bad resto-mod bobber/cafe/brat builds out there. I see them on FB Marketplace and Ebay. : )

[@bakters]

@@daveco1270 "but there's some bad resto-mod bobber/cafe/brat builds out there" Nice project bikes. For someone with a clue.

[@edferreira8498]

Shock treatment + scraper +HP cleaner + parts wash with scotch bright + brake cleaner finish =clean. Tear downs are always tricky to get perfect organisation is key, to keep the job rolling. Love your videos they show the true struggles of garage builds as well as the passion and respect you both have for the history of the product and the bike itself.

[@flymachine]

I worked in a classic bike shop in a very quaint town in South Africa for a while and was blessed to rebuild some vintage types I would otherwise never put eyes on let alone hands. I learned a lot about the art of vintage motorcycle restoration and past engineering. We had ultra rare types come in that were found abandoned in a forest for instance, some ex military bikes even trikes and bike cars.Watching you guys brings back the smells and memories of my time in that shop, the cleaning bath, sandblasting bench, the smell of ancient oils - good times.

[@tenmil1]

That little part about your grandfather and the tools really stuck with me. I think there’s a lot of us with stories behind every tool we own. Never bought anything new. I have all of my grandfathers tools and use a lot of them almost daily. Damn I miss that man.

[@paulelmore1563]

Get yourself a reprint WL/WLA service manual. You'll need it when reassembling. This series of machines had very little chrome on them. Wheels can be blasted and powder coated. Same with many other pieces, depending on the style of bike you are building. You will re-use many of the parts and the aftermarket offers much for the things you may need to purchase. Antique bike clubs can be a major resource. I think it's great you are doing this. You are correct when you say the 'Old-Timers' are fading away. I'm 70 and still on two wheels. (No walker yet!) The ones I learned from are long gone. Good luck and God Bless!

[@cloudededen5819]

I'm 24 just started a dream job at a spray coating firm, love my bikes and in the market for a resto project so will be keeping an eye on this series, god bless from the uk

[@charlestehuia9263]

Please keep posting your videos for this build guys,I live in New Zealand and I'm a Harley guy and love to see and watch Harley make over videos . Cheers, from Charles in New Zealand. Thanks Sean .

[@bsalightning69]

When I got my sand blaster I fabricated my own air/ water vapor separator. Moving lots of air will make water form in all those spots you don't want it. I also watched videos on u tube on designs to suck the sand from the bottom. Some tinkering will make huge difference in performance. Still, had to giggle watching, remembering my exact same struggles with the sandblast cabinet. Personally, doing bike restorations are the most rewarding to me.

[@anthonystanley9441]

Keep it up boys!!!! Give and take and witty banter is awesome. Work hard, make it mint, excited for more to come

[@the_emo_sloth]

Loving this series! Ready to see this bike in its original (enough) glory!

[@NavyGuy2OO7]

I love the WLAs, awesome classic bikes. Cant wait to see it when you get it done! You guys rock!

[@jackcompton8752]

Maybe hit up Matt Walksler over at Wheels Through Time. He's a walking, talking encyclopedia of pre-1960's Harley-Davidson knowledge. He's passionate about & does fantastic work.

[@FXSTB]

Sean, you guys have done some goofy and entertaining stuff over the years, and I enjoy that, so keep it up, but... This might be some of your best content yet. I hope you guys see it through. Good luck.

[@TheBustedNut]

You might want to get in touch with Matt at the wheels through time museum. Im pretty sure he would know ware to locate anything you need for that bike.

[@browngreen933]

Best advice but they refuse to take it.

[@scvic2006]

The sand blaster clogging up seems like you need a dryer on the air line to the blaster. Moisture will clog it up pretty quick.

[@davidhennig4367]

I'm glad I found this! I'm currently doing the same to my 48 WL. So we're learning together

[@JacobShepherd]

Cameron Niemela has incredible videos about restoring / clean parts up. You could probably learn a lot by watching some of his builds and observing his process. Can’t wait to see how this journey unfolds!

[@johndonlon1611]

Before putting the parts into the parts washer, I soak them in very hot water with TSP for about an hour and then scrub them in Dawn and more hot water with a stiff scrub brush. That will remove old dirt and other crud and allow the parts washer to focus on the old greasy gum residue that is usually left. Also, I use lacquer thinner and a stiff nylon brush for getting at grease in tight spots. Be sure to wear chemical-proof gloves.

[@bazw1685]

I found all the parts cleaning so relaxing to watch, I would've loved doing all of this 🤣👌watching all the years of dirt, crust and paint being scrubbed off

[@antonyjohn7972]

Easy tip to clean the grease off the parts is either by dipping the parts into petrol or giving it a petrol wash and later after resting, washing it with soap water makes the job more easier.. Amazin' rebuilt series.. Hope to see the best of this Motorcycle.. All the best!!

[@MRPricks]

This is so awesome to see I welded a tank once I filled it with water then drained it and filled it with sand and welded it it worked well after a good clean out worked a treat.

[@simpsonkid100]

Sean vapour honing is an amazing friend. Jay Leno did a blurb about it. On KZbin. Also valve lapping compound works awesome for worn out Phillips or Allen bolts. Dip your driver tip and then remove. It grabs the fasteners like they’re glued to it. Works on stripped out screws like pooping down a well. Also I only use plastic scraper doesn’t leave a mark. Again amazing video 🙏 thanks again.

[@joekool4]

I love working on old engines like that. I helped rebuild a 45inch flat head for my HD engine instructor at Wyotech in Daytona. If i could afford the paycut and special equipment to open my own shop, i would.

[@Super_Bros.]

That was quite the level of tear down! It gets more exciting with every episode!

[@stonedviking701]

I'm watching this video a year later, I restore old bikes and usually I clean all the dirt with gasoline and a toothbrush so u don't scratch anything, obviously keep it separated from the painted parts. awesome bike and awesome video!

[@jamesdaltrey2878]

Hey Nice job on that old seat spring !! Now you have a chance of furthering your family size ))) Great work guys....just please make sure you know where all these bits go back once they are cleaned ! You guys Rock and that Beautiful piece of History does too !

[@cadmonkey928]

Really loving the new channel "format." it works. and im not really a harley guy but old bikes and old harley/indians/others have major cool factor. also build videos always do well on youtube. maybe throw a classic/iconic japanese barn find in the mix too.

[@mohawkdriver4155]

Unreal how tough it is to get all that gak off, and it's just dirt/mud. Crazy. Love watching your videos, guys.

[@Cochran752]

I agree with what many others are saying as well, I think you should reuse as many parts as possible, even if they are not perfect. Much more interesting to keep as much of the history as you can, instead of slapping new repro parts on it. Keep it up! Looking forward to seeing more!

[@SMKreitzer1968]

Nice work guys, look forward to the next installment! God bless.

[@timbrogan607]

Go to a Dollar store, either of them and get some Awsome Cleaner, the cirtrus stuff works really good on those really nasty greasey parts, spray on and watch the gunk run off. Cheap, easy and it works. I've used it on motorcycles, old tube style cabinet radios and a 200 year old shotgun. Thank you for sharing this build with us.

[@PnPModular]

Thanks for showing the reality of these things.. 98% of the time trying to work the parts washer/blaster .. reassuring to know these things affect everyone.. love your videos guys

[@mz-pv9ki]

watching this as I replace all the cables on my KZ650 with my dad. Always a great time working while ya'll are working too

[@shmole3884]

cant wait to see this thing done seriously good on you guys

[@blackline66]

Great videos. You need an Ultrasonic Cleaner guys. Or Ice Blaster. They do small or large stand up ones. Out all the parts in and have a cup of tea. Then Voila. Clean bits. Keep up the good work. Loving it.

[@BikesandBeards]

Great suggestion!

[@gregbrazel3338]

I watched a video the other day on dry ice blast cleaning, blew me away how good it was, amazing results

[@mikeherman1377]

A lot of automotive machine shops have industrial parts washers. I had a transmission case out of a pickup cleaned. Didn’t cost much and it looked great.

[@jrudovsky]

Tractor supply has blast media that works well. Also may want to hook a vacuum up to the cabinet with the finer media so it doesn’t find its way out into the air. I’d also recommend a brass wire wheel to help strip painted parts and a buffing wheel to polish chrome and aluminum parts. A lot of that stuff could be saved and cleaned up just need to decide how deep you are going in the restore.

[@Buddha_the_Pug]

I wish i could offer some help, but i don't even have a modern bike, much less a classic like that. I can offer one tip though, given how much rust you are dealing with: if it is hard to get apart, and you don't want it to be hard next time, anti seize. I work on concrete mixer trucks, pretty much rust factories on wheels, and i use it religiously. This is going to be quite a series if you keep it up. Please make sure to take us along for as much of the journey as possible, i love learning about mold machines of all kinds, and this is a true classic.

[@yunusemreakdag6514]

I respect you guys so much. I have a 2000 vt125 magma and i hope one day i have a old harley. Greetings from Turkey.

[@skeetersaurus6249]

Oh, and for the springer post (and other parts, such as the spoked wheels), one of the BEST cleaning tools for springs (be it coil-overs, springer-posts, etc.) is a simple bench-mounted grinder (9-inch...big mutha) sporting HARD (stainless steel) and SOFT (bronze-phosphor) wire brush wheels! Makes a complete 'bench mess' (best to mount it on a floor post pedastal), but it can knock down decades of crud in a minute...then finish off with a simple soda-blast or a parts-wash-soak. If the 'gunk' isn't gooey, wire brush is best (don't forget, a 6-inch angle grinder with appropriate wheels can do the job on large items, too!). Once done brushing springs, if they are 'hidden' (such as that springer post), put a good 'axle grease' on a shop rag and hand-wipe the spring, to prevent rust-pitting later. Drilling 4-6 'small drain holes' in that retainer washer at the bottom (possibly 3/32" each) will also prevent water trapping in the future. Just make sure when the spring seats on the washer, that the first turn of the spring doesn't block the drain holes you drilled.

[@westealbikes6535]

Definitely would try and get a steam cleaner for the really gunky muddy parts, also there’s better parts washer solvents for that kind of stuff other than just mineral spirits. Some black silica sand would def help with the sand blasting as well, looking forward to seeing the finished product best of luck guys.

[@c4_yrslf726]

Steel wool and other softer metal wools are very good tools to clean and take off anything off surfaces. I also use a wire brush on my grinder for very rough parts but it will leave marks that you have to polish out if you want that look.

[@58dorsett]

You might try using engine degreaser on the assemblies, then pressure washing before washing in solvent. Solvent removes oil, and grease, but wont touch dry mud. Easier on you, and the parts to degrease, and water wash.

[@windronner1]

I’ve cleaned rust off a bunch chrome bicycle wheels with white vinegar and 600-800 steel wool. And it worked great on 40-45 year old bikes.

[@kimlamb3658]

when i started out in the trades an old guy in the body shop next door gave me this advice , when you see the Mac or Snapon or Matco tool trucks shows up at your shop go buy something wether its a screw driver tip or a whole socket set like every payday worked well for me

[@mattwilkins1080]

Y’all should reach out to Dale’s Wheels Through Time. They are in Maggie valley, NC. It’s an amazing Harley museum but they have a restoration shop and might could help you find parts and shops to work on this bike!

[@WShedd]

I really needed a Bikes and Beards video today. Thank You.

[@tbthedozer]

Seeing the old parts washer makes me think of the hassle of replacing the solvent. One place I worked at leased a parts washer from Safely Kleen for very reasonable rate and they took care of the fluid. It had an evaporator where the solvent got recycled and the oils stayed in a drainage tank. Sweet system, and changing it was as easy as pressing start on the cycle. If you use a 3 micron filter on the spray pump the fluid will be nice and clean from particulates.😉

[@94twentytwo76]

Honestly looks like satisfying work if I’m honest! Freaking best motorcycle show ever guys….. seriously 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻

[@AndrewM83]

Sean and Craig is a great combination for a great video! Love the channel guys!

[@djkid14567]

Love this series of videos. Can't wait to see this thing done, man. Also, You guys have any affordable bikes still left to sell sitting around? Got rear ended on my royal enfield about 8 months ago (totalled) and haven't been able to afford to replace it yet.

[@jamesogden178]

We got 3 50cc scooters left

[@chriswilliams33]

Hi both really enjoying these videos entertaining and informative. Great to see a video from the point of view of the amateur, ment as a positive and not in a disparaging way! Haven't really got much interest in Harleys just pleasing to watch the interaction of two good friends 👍

[@BikesandBeards]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@michaelfowler8289]

Next to the wire wheel on the grinder there are also attachments that go on a drill or air drill plus you can get the Scotch-Brite type attachments that go on your air tools or drill the work really well and they spin off and on go to body shop supplies foremost your needs

[@whatsamatta6226]

Have y'all tried steam for the grease and mud? Soak the part in some undiluted mineral spirits or some sort undiluted APC. Then use a steamer with a stiff brush attachment. You'd be surprised what 250° steam will do to grease. I've used it on engine bays in the past. I'd also personally be pressure washing as much stuff as possible as well. You're gonna be soaking and scrubbing those parts forever when you could be "blasting" it away. At least looser stuff. Then go back in with the steamer or parts washer for the more stuck on stuff.

[@mingusbreeze]

Thanks, looks like it's going to be a fun series.

[@scoobymoto9858]

That is a nice looking jeep! Definitely a smart move using the winch!

[@BikesandBeards]

I think so too!

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Genius way to get the seatpost out! Very nicely done!

[@shipleyoffroadandperforman932]

Dry! Play sand works best in my cabinet sandblaster. I love what you guys are doing! Keep them old bikes going!!!

[@andrewholden4812]

Your fuel tank can be saved guys , its difficult to find the right craftsman as you know , but it can be done .

[@lamebubblesflysohigh]

I know you were in a time pinch to make the content but it is always a god idea to split one giant project into a whole bunch of smaller projects.... that way it is a) easier to put stuff back together, b) not misplace stuff and most importantly c) keep your motivation high. Things like this can get over your head very fast.

[@tompowell6723]

I took my 1948 EL 61 cu. in. 1st year panheads frame to a guy who engraves tombstones. He sandblasted my frame to bare metal for 15$. It came out perfect; dusty but perfect.

[@59jaguar]

Good luck. I’ve been trying to restore a 76 bmw and it’s going on 2 years with trying to find someone that knows what their doing. All it needs now is new gaskets on motor and electrical fixes. This is the last time I restore a vintage motorcycle!

[@bobtwobeers6286]

A good source for info, and advice would be the American Antique Motorcycle Assoc. Restoring is gonna take a long time, be patient,. This is why I believe in stripping the original paint, so that you can see what has been done to the bike, your gonna find a lot of weird stuff. Back in the day we build our own parts there was no CCI, etc. Good luck and God Bless. +

[@kenneth6591]

Can't wait for the final episode! 😄 greetings from the Philippines

[@MickBartonPoolPlayer]

I absolutely love all your videos!! I binge you dudes. Keep ‘em coming guys!

[@BikesandBeards]

More to come!

[@michaeljones825]

@@BikesandBeards I can see this becoming a motorbike version of project Binky

[@DavidLee-ch9vt]

I always use wd40 and brake cleaner for the real nasty old stuff. (Relatively cheap and easy - the rest can always be done by shops via dry ice etc would be a waste of money to buy all the machinery if you’re not planning to become professional restorers) The first 6 minutes were a bit exhausting to watch with all the snipping of the scenes, if you care for feedback. Other than that, so great to watch you guys go through that process. Have fun and enjoy the time together 👍🏼 Greetings from Germany. Hit me up if you need an analysis of the mud-in-the-bag 😂

[@sharplessguy]

Second on the brake cleaner

[@howardhayes4502]

I've had a smaller ultrasonic cleaning tub for years and it sure comes in handy for cleaning all dirty parts!

[@e28rustyantifreeze]

my exact experience with sandblasting cabinets. even with a good air supply they are such a pain to use, you can't see what you're doing and it makes the whole shop dusty. I have a 2 gallon ultrasonic (you don't need the special fluid for what you're doing, any cheap cleaner will work) that works great for small parts and i use a pressure washer with hot water for bigger parts

[@e28rustyantifreeze]

also invest in a cheap used laptop for a shop computer to pull up diagrams and shop for parts instead of trying to use your phone, one of my most used shop tools. also used for watching youtube videos of other people working when I should be getting things done

[@Jasperhemighty]

I recommend a bench grinder with a fine brush wire wheel for removing dirt and grease on any of the bolts and parts. Helps clean the threads and super stuck on stuff

[@mikebaird3867]

Same but i was going to sit back and watch them do it the hard way

[@BloodPlusPwn]

Man, what the heck? I have notifications turned on but I didn't get an alert??? I love this series so much. Been following you for years now and it's definitely got me the most excited.

[@dedmet1]

just found your page and love the look of that bike, and from experience 45 flathead's can be a pain but fun to work on.

[@shadyvito]

I'm a big knife guy so watching you use your pocketknife as a scrapper is making me cringe, lol! This is a great series, really enjoying it.

[@bangs2ndshotgarage865]

Sean I’m liking the rebuild a lot. One thing I’ve done to get heavy grease off of things is a combination of easy off oven cleaner and Turtle wax tire shine. Both can be found at Walmart and are cheap and work very well. Just let them sit on the parts for a bit to do there job. As far as parts there’s prob some old guy living off grid in the hills near yens that prob has all kinds of parts. Finding them and getting invited in are the tough part. I’d watch reruns of American Pickers as those guys ran into a lot of people like that. Might be able to locate one that way.

[@RCLandslide]

Dude hell yeah! Can't wait to see it done!

[@BikesandBeards]

You and me both!

[@jerryaltman4652]

Your grandfather‘s method of buying tools had a whole lot more honor than asking somebody else to buy them for you. Not that I don’t love your videos but that comment just hit me wrong. I’m that old man that spent my entire life working hard to buy the next new tool to make my life better for my family. I don’t think your grandfather would’ve ever ask anybody to buy his tools. I might be wrong but I come from that same generation. God Bless

[@thereedbreed]

Small parts get cleaned great in an ultrasonic cleaner, I would get some more brushes for the parts washer. Maybe some stiffy nylon brushes and just a few more brass brushes. Soaking is definitely a big part of getting tough gunk off without scratching the surface underneath. Split things into different assemblies, seems a lot less daunting. 3000% keep and updated list of what needs done and also make sure you keep track of what each different assembly needs.

[@Jay-lc1nh]

A steamer hood. Used one in the tranmission shop I worked in. You can also get bigger ones you can wash a stripped block in with solvent. No scrbbing needed.

[@collinbetten5631]

PSA, be careful what youre welding on guys. If you weld on a tank with, or at sometime had, gas in it it might EXPLODE. Sincerely A concerned welder

[@StupidTeenageVideos]

22:04 it’s moment’s like this… that make this channel great!

[@ag666999]

THE BEST deadpan humour on KZbin!!! Laughed so hard during my lunch break my lunch ended up on the floor

[@mr.shorty5043]

I can’t wait to see y’all finish this bike

[@scott531]

sand blaster needs alot of air to work properly. ran 1/2 inch line to mine and used a commercial grade air compressor. worked great after that

[@shawnthomas6460]

Soak soak soak then hot pressure wash everything. The Blasting cabinet is nice but you need true glass bead media. not sand. Lastly make sure that what ever you put in the blasting cabinet is dry. the air has to be dry also. No moisture. Good Luck! Love the build.

[@motley95]

So I'm doing a WL, which is just the civilian one, and the springs are easy to change on the pogo stick, but all it is that lubricates it is a lot of grease. So pack it like a bearing and fill the stem as best as possible. It should be a 3/8" UNC thread i believe on the bottom of the pogo stick, and i think it was 9/16 studs on the bottom of the trans. But if you are sending it away, you should be able to let the rebuilder know that is the issue and he can replace them. If you want a brand new springer off the shelf, the size is 4" under stock Harley size now. So you could get a new front from a company called meatball springers, they make a very close reproduction part, and they're chrome. Neck stem, bearings, cups and that are all easy to find reproduction parts. Unless you want concourse level restoration, just get reproduction parts as they're cheaper and do the job just as good. Original parts or used parts will have you pay through the teeth, its just not worth it. I highly recommend rebuilding the transmission yourself. They are very very simple. The hardest part is shimming it so its firm, but not tight. You should be able to purchase all the parts you need from V-twin pretty easy. I dont know if you want to do it, but I will be. As the flathead was in production until 1974, you can get a 12 volt generator, or alternator for the bike and it should bolt up easily. Just make sure you change your globes to 12 volt. I cant think of anything else that would be helpful at this stage, but i really have been enjoying this series and i cant wait to see what you do when you finish your bike. Have a great day

[@latchison6566]

simple green solvent wash works wonders in the parts washer. Corn cob grit or glass beads will do better in the blaster cabinet.

[@adammoore7994]

I can't help but think it would save you a lot of time to go ahead and use a pressure washer on the parts outside and then bring em in to disassemble / clean what's left.

[@FiGaDoH]

love your content, always great to watch

[@BikesandBeards]

Glad to hear it!

[@1down4upworkshop61]

Being form PA, I'm sure you've heard of Nick's Custom Cycles in Williamspaort, NJ .. He is a great place for finding original Harley parts for these vintage bikes, especially tins and tanks. I believe Wheels Through Time has used Nick's to find rare vintage parts ... Plus, you get to walk through the Chicken Coop and check out all the cool crap he has amassed LOL

[@filupondeznuts6732]

I bet y'all really really wished you would've power washed the bike first ! that's what I was thinking on the teardown...great content none the less!! thanks guys 🤜🤛

[@BikesandBeards]

yes we do , but its so cold outside haha

[@maglor124]

Should create a page where fans and supporters can buy tools or parts that you need. Even bigger parts and equipment can pool together to help the build. You guys are living the dream, so jealous, and love the content!

[@BikesandBeards]

thanks so much

[@trumpfancardanostakepool4737]

I was half expecting the seat spring assembly to fling out and smash the jeep heh. Looking forward to this series.

[@BikesandBeards]

thats why i put that extra strap on there, i was also concerned about that