Engine Oil Lines on a Shovelhead

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Pacific Mike

Pacific Mike

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@drummerdm1016
@drummerdm1016 3 жыл бұрын
You can look at the diagrams all you want, but Mike going through it is twice as good. Thanks Mike
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Cool. Glad you liked it.
@scottyb2117
@scottyb2117 2 жыл бұрын
Yes sir, I completely agree - Pacific Mike is a great addition to the HD manual, as we said in the military - a “combat multiplier”!
@tiredofthebs
@tiredofthebs 3 ай бұрын
I have a 1983 shovel there are 3 spots for hoses on the inner primary what is the front connection for
@petruschkadaverveld5430
@petruschkadaverveld5430 2 жыл бұрын
I am wrenching for 40 years on Harleys, Mike you are one of the best teachers . Greetings from The Netherlands
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. Thank You. Greetings
@Pags54
@Pags54 3 жыл бұрын
The years of guilt I've had for not sealing off my primary is now gone. Thanks Mike.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Okayfine.
@dookjr
@dookjr 3 жыл бұрын
I bet you have a soft spot in your heart for that big old bench vise with the vintage copper/brass jaw protectors. Looking at that beauty brought back memories of time past.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Sure. I've had it a long time (like, 50 years). A friend of my dad's gave it to me.
@PatrickJenkins1976
@PatrickJenkins1976 Жыл бұрын
Mike, you are a life saver. I am a 1 Harley owner. Bought my '73 Police Special from the LAPD in 1978. Stripped to frame, rebuilt and rode until 1984. Been Garaged every since. Had the heads removed to be reworked for unleaded gas, and never got it back together. 2 Weeks ago, I put it on top of my list and I have run into lots of "where does this go, how does that work." Thanks for your videos, I'll send a picture of it after the rework the first time, and when I get it back on the road.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Cool. Sounds great.
@buzzyfuzzsaw
@buzzyfuzzsaw 3 жыл бұрын
That was informative. I don't own a shovelhead, but I'm a better Harley Davidson owner/rider/enthusiast for having watched this video.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Cool. Thank You
@flshovelhead
@flshovelhead 3 жыл бұрын
Mike, when can we order merchandise and support the channel? I need a sticker for my toolbox and a t-shirt!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
We're kicking ideas around now. Thank You.
@ralphhoffman4928
@ralphhoffman4928 3 жыл бұрын
I still remember trying to figure mine out by using the service manual. To make matters worse, I installed an S&S oil pump. LOL. I sure could have used your video about 35 years ago. 😅
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I was sure doing it 35 years ago.
@thatkajunguy8029
@thatkajunguy8029 3 жыл бұрын
I had a 61 with 63 external oil lines top end, S&S carb and Joe Hunt magneto ignition, on a ridged Santee frame and an old EL springer front end,..... Frankenstein motorcycle as far as the service manual info, lol. Luckily some old times had pity on my then 19 y/o self. Thanks guys.
@jberschied3
@jberschied3 Жыл бұрын
The real video we need is how he keeps this Shovel looking so beautiful. Not a drop of dirt or oil anywhere. Mine is always leaking somewhere and the oil attracts the dirt. Thanks for all you do Mike!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
She's not as clean as she photographs. But, I do wipe her down pretty often and she's not leaking anything. Thank You.
@johnroethel5527
@johnroethel5527 3 жыл бұрын
Dammit Mike, I spit my beer all over the screen when you suggested to go to your tool bag and get a screw clamp to get home. Applying the "KISS " theory is foreign to many!!!! LOL Cheers from Beaver Valley Ont
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers
@raginredneck93
@raginredneck93 3 жыл бұрын
I always slit an old hunk of radiator hose and wrap it around the two lines where they clamp behind the exhaust. Don't know if it's necessary, but it makes me feel better, LOL. Have noticed over the years it's gotten a little crusty like it's taken some heat a time or two. I always keep a variety of screw clamps in my tool bag also, man have they saved my bacon a time or two, LOL. Another great video, thank you gentlemen.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You. Nothing succeeds like success. We do what works for us.
@thekrutchinator
@thekrutchinator 3 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Australia.. I've learnt a lot from you. I love my Shovelhead.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@pastorbobncc365
@pastorbobncc365 3 жыл бұрын
Always love stopping by the garage have a blessed week my friend.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@angeldifede9077
@angeldifede9077 3 жыл бұрын
Man, you are gifted for teaching, your knowledge is vast too, most teachers don’t have the two; that makes them half teachers only. Keep it up🙌🙏
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@kennymcquinkiss8292
@kennymcquinkiss8292 2 жыл бұрын
thanks Mike I've been fighting this battle for a while. yesterday I thought I had them all hooked up properly just from diagrams I had and lo and behold I didn't. fired up the motor oils spurting out shut it down and found your video so now I'll try it again.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
That's why I showed it. I hope it helps you.
@bobpeters6532
@bobpeters6532 3 жыл бұрын
Very comprehensive video Mike. I can't tell you how many times I've wished the photos, diagrams and explanations in my Harley Shovelhead service manual were presented a little more clearly. This is important stuff! Years ago a buddy of mine bought a chopper that had been quickly assembled prior to his purchase. He forgot to verify that the feed and return lines had been properly hooked up. Guess what? Yup! Seized the engine between his home and the highway! Lesson learned. Ride safe! Ride smart!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You.
@joerectifier
@joerectifier Жыл бұрын
Hello from Anaheim! Wonderful video, Mike - there is simply no replacement for your explanations and insights, and it gives us confidence that we are not doing something wrong when we are working with systems you have explained.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@atlasfiresafety6718
@atlasfiresafety6718 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! Great tutorial as usual. I love seeing the young guys keep interest in these beautiful machines. You have been such a great teacher as I rebuild my family's 1972 FLH.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
And I appreciate you. Thank You.
@enricomandragona163
@enricomandragona163 Жыл бұрын
I have a 71 FLH all original
@robertellering6581
@robertellering6581 3 жыл бұрын
I'm putting my step dad's shovel back together after he became unable to. Your videos have absolutely been incredible to help me get up to speed on the shovel. Thanks Mike
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@godfellas483
@godfellas483 3 жыл бұрын
I stayed up late to watch this when U posted it. Thanks Mike! I hope I dream about Harley's tonight...ZZZzzzzzz....🙂
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
.Thank You. I do.
@scottkinkead6324
@scottkinkead6324 3 жыл бұрын
Those clamps make everything look so much more professional , nice and neat !
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I agree. Thank You
@muranonika2725
@muranonika2725 3 жыл бұрын
Mike produce so nice overlook of pipelines .... clear as a mirrow face . TNX
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You.
@frankjones5526
@frankjones5526 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the very good explanation of the oil lines, if someone can’t follow that then they probably shouldn’t be on a bike.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 4 ай бұрын
We all learn a little differently. I try to make it easy. It isn't always easy to explain. Thank You.
@thatkajunguy8029
@thatkajunguy8029 3 жыл бұрын
The service manuals are a must have but it never hurts to keep a Chilton or Haynes manual handy to decipher, plus the photos are usually helpful.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
The bigger your library, the more information you have.
@thatkajunguy8029
@thatkajunguy8029 3 жыл бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 so true, back in the day when I was young and dumb videos like these would have speeded up my learning curve for getting and keeping my old 61 pan up and running. 😎👍
@kurtruppenthal9506
@kurtruppenthal9506 3 жыл бұрын
Good view of your custom pipe configuration at the head.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, Mike does a great job of showing this stuff. Thank You.
@westonward735
@westonward735 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mike. It was a good explanation of stock Shovelhead oil lines. I usually go to the books first before I even ask the questions so I know what you mean. Be safe.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@bennyblak
@bennyblak 3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir, it was helpful. Thank you so much. Just got my first ‘83 shovelhead. Much appreciated. I’m learning a lot from your videos.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@bennyblak
@bennyblak 3 жыл бұрын
I would like to send you a gift if you would allow me.
@bennyblak
@bennyblak 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing big but something I think could help you out with the videos.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
That's very thoughtful, especially after I read your next comment.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I pick up my mail at my friend's shop. Pacific Mike @ American V-Twin 448 E. 4th Street Beaumont, CA 92223
@maynard5955
@maynard5955 3 жыл бұрын
Good morning Mike still watching you work thanks for all the good videos. O zone county Kansas!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@atcjoe1600
@atcjoe1600 3 жыл бұрын
Those clamps give that professional look. I can tell your a real mechanic because you have the right tools and you use saliva as a lube ! Thanks
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@steelwheels327
@steelwheels327 Жыл бұрын
I just bought a Shovel head. Mike is like a teacher !! Much appreciated !!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Thank You. And congratulations.
@JulieHudgins
@JulieHudgins 18 күн бұрын
Mike, the oil line with the T fitting is a vent not a breather. I'm a factory trained h-d mechanic since the 70's. I own & ride a '73 FX since 1974. I enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work. Dave H.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 17 күн бұрын
Well, I stand corrected. It is important to make the distinction in order to get a truly accurate understanding of how the system works. Thank You.
@dingfarquar6603
@dingfarquar6603 3 жыл бұрын
Subscribed..! The clamp being referenced is called a PEX clamp, and there is a PEX tool for that clamp
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Yes. It enters the oil tank at the top, where the cap is. Thank You
@dray1842
@dray1842 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very clear explanation. I don't care for the screw clamps either.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You
@kevinwest3689
@kevinwest3689 2 жыл бұрын
Hay Mike, another nice option on those clamps, are the screw type worm drives that are made for EFI fuel lines. They clamp all the way around like the ones you like to use, but they don't leave your hose looking like your dog chewed on it. Thank you for your time ✌
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You.
@mikee878
@mikee878 10 ай бұрын
Thanks Mike for the excellent work showing the oil lines with the oil cooler on a shovelhead ...
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 10 ай бұрын
Glad you like it. That one's my own.
@bc8265
@bc8265 2 жыл бұрын
This is great. Can't stress enough to check n double check. Few years ago crossed up a couple of the lines and pumped a quart or two right out on the driveway through the breather. And we all had a big laugh. Thanks again for your postings.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Good stuff!
@keepitreal1394
@keepitreal1394 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you mike I have had my bike for 30 years and I still get that messed up you are great man.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You
@keepitreal1394
@keepitreal1394 Жыл бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 Would you believe 2 years later I had to watch this amazing video again lol thanks again Mike I forgot again!!!
@arenhoomen5502
@arenhoomen5502 3 жыл бұрын
Thats the way they're supposed to go on the pump.. My problem was fitting the oil lines to a softtail oil tank! That one was tough to figure out! She's a runner again,and with the new oil change with straight 50#,she sounds like she's supposed to! Ride safe,and keep those two wheels down,Mike.. Peace.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You. Take care.
@bobbyboston9155
@bobbyboston9155 3 жыл бұрын
Love the Carburetor. Great videos as usual
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Me too. Thank You.
@digschopper9321
@digschopper9321 3 жыл бұрын
Well said!!! I'm a Triumph guy,and the primary return is a great idea. Just my 2¢...
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I like the original circulating system. I find it works fine. But, the newer setup, I think, is even better. A complete oil bath with a wet clutch is pretty cool.
@maxalley3628
@maxalley3628 Жыл бұрын
I have built this bikes from the ground. I have never done this before. Your videos. Have helped the last 3 years or since 2016. But I rebuild my motor and Trans. But I would like to have help on the small stuff. I'm a new guy to Harley Davidson I have had a vstar 1100 for years till I got this Harley and this has been my dream to bring it alive.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Sounds like an adventure to me.
@dennisyeagy8984
@dennisyeagy8984 2 жыл бұрын
Mike thank you again! I was confused with my Shovelhead oil lines. I have a sealed primary, my oil lines have boats in them to sell them all I wasn't sure which one was the Breather but it was right, and I'm putting a filter on it. Thank you again! I meant to say plugs in them. I don't want to write a book but so far you help me with timing points front seals, adjusting the valves and now oil lines this bike was my brother when he passed away my nephew traded it for something. I went and got it back in a box! Sorry about the Mr Rogers thing LOL
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You. All's good with me and you.
@loquaciousloner986
@loquaciousloner986 3 жыл бұрын
Great job Mike ... love the clamps , they look good and are easier then wormgear clamps . Makes for a clean factory install...if nothing else it’s about personal satisfaction....
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
You bet. Thank You
@dejonsmall9886
@dejonsmall9886 3 жыл бұрын
Mike, as usual a plethora of great information...
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@thebiggerman6975
@thebiggerman6975 Жыл бұрын
Back in the day I bought my Fxe used at a decent price, the guy who sold it to me forgot to mention that at highway speed the oil warning lite would flicker and after I installed a pressure gauge at the pump I found oil pressure almost nill at 50 or so, Well after a little studying I found the oil lines were installed wrong after someone installed a oil cooler ,they had the pump sucking instead of being gravity feed from the oil tank . I did enjoy telling the previous owner of my find, enjoy your vids Regards
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Thank You.
@timmix331
@timmix331 3 жыл бұрын
Congrats on 50 thousand. You made the Big Time 👍🖖
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@charlesrainey6830
@charlesrainey6830 2 жыл бұрын
Watch all your videos Mike. Thanks for what you do. Just picked up a 68 FLH. Starting on it soon. Been sitting for about 20 years.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Great project. Thank You.
@markusengel5008
@markusengel5008 3 жыл бұрын
Greate explanation as always! I really love my Shovelhead that was made in 1971, so it got drum breake in the front :--) Many thanks Mike from Germany, this is where I enjoy riding my Bike.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Very cool! Thank You
@lonesometinman3147
@lonesometinman3147 3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate all your shovelhead info. I've had three and an iron in almost 40 years of riding . I always catch nuggets of information and reminders when I see your videos. Thanks a million Mr. Mike . ✌
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@AljosjaS
@AljosjaS 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great videos you've made. Especially the ones about Shovelhead engines! Thanks again, and greetings from the Netherlands.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@aquadan005
@aquadan005 3 жыл бұрын
Nice demonstration Mike, clear as a champagne flute !! McMaster Carr is my go to for ALL fasteners !
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Right on! Thank You
@dermotgillespie9030
@dermotgillespie9030 2 жыл бұрын
Just bought my first shovel head. Enjoying your videos. Thanks 🙏
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You. Glad you enjoy them.
@alfajuj
@alfajuj 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with you 100% that the stock setup is fine. That's how I set my shovelhead up too.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You.
@dellyddon1038
@dellyddon1038 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the routing how to, starting system wire routing on a Shovelhead FLH has also been a problem, wish I'd learn to take pictures before I take stuff apart 😁
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Wiring is serious stuff. Take it slow.
@lpgillies
@lpgillies Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your wonderfully informative videos. I was having a puking problem after changing out my transmission and running new oil lines. Little did I know that I had switched the primary return line with the atmosphere breather line (rookie move, especially since I've had my 79 FLH 80 CI for roughly 37 years!). Your explanation of the oil lines set me straight! Thanks again!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Glad to help.
@jamestaylor2940
@jamestaylor2940 3 жыл бұрын
You do really nice Work Mike ! But I still think You missed your calling ! You’ve got a voice for radio buddy ! I mean that as a compliment ! Love your vids. Very knowledgeable and a great resource to a lot of us gear heads. Thank you for sharing. Hope to see you at a swap meet someday.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You. Glad to help. Hope to see you.
@billmago7991
@billmago7991 3 жыл бұрын
I agree 100 percent on the clamps.... specially on the fuel tank crossover pipe. It's attention to detail that sort the best from the rest
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You.
@thomasborger6548
@thomasborger6548 11 ай бұрын
I came here to see how you run the oil lines to the cooler, very nice and tidy. I notice the dual brake rotors up front, I badly want to do that to our 78 FLH and 09 Heritage as we are always 2 up. Thanks for the lessons.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 11 ай бұрын
It's a very late pair of fork legs and 2000 something calipers. Go to KZbin, then pacific mike, then (when you get to our youtube Homepage), click on the word videos. You'll find our video on the front brakes. It takes a bunch of stuff to do it. There are about 320 videos.
@thomasborger6548
@thomasborger6548 11 ай бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 thanks for that.
@paulsouthey5175
@paulsouthey5175 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Mike, this answered my question really well. Turns out the 85 FLHP has a standalone primary, no fitting at the bottom of the inner primary and a close look at the oil lines there is no tee off either, now running clean oil happy days. Love your work. Paul.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Strange changes in transition years. Glad you were able to figure it out.
@a.anthonycapoccia6102
@a.anthonycapoccia6102 3 жыл бұрын
Oil is the heart of the bike
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
The oil pump is the heart. The oil is the blood.
@SaddleTrampTV
@SaddleTrampTV 2 жыл бұрын
I just picked my first shovel a couple of months ago, and I found this very helpful.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
By the way, Shovelheads are like any other Harley Big Twin. They will go as fast as you build them to go. They will ride as well as you build them to ride. They will handle as well as you build them to handle. They're the ultimate "canvas for your creation."
@SaddleTrampTV
@SaddleTrampTV 2 жыл бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 I bet! I find that it's much more involving to work on them than an evo too. But it's not that bad.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
No, it's great. It's just older style machinery. They managed to make the Evo with less parts and very little "fitment" required. Believe me, a "handfitted, loved together" old motor is something very special and an awesome experience to ride. We keep learning how to do them even "better," and there's no end to it.
@alryan8609
@alryan8609 3 жыл бұрын
mike great video , those pinch clamps are really good and do a great job.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@1masterfly1
@1masterfly1 3 жыл бұрын
Always good info. I love how clean the older bikes are and hoses and wires are all nicely routed. Newer bikes just have so much wire and coverings.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
It's a different time. Thank You
@timothyputzke1250
@timothyputzke1250 3 жыл бұрын
Great video and thank you for the easy to understand oil line routing. I've been kicking around the idea of putting a oil cooler on my shovel. I just used the last of my 50 WT oil and will be converting to multi-vis next oil change. Even gave her a new plugs, condenser and points. She's a Happy Lady. Ride Safe.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You. Glad you liked it.
@jaymzcormack7555
@jaymzcormack7555 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike, Never met ya but love ya and your videos. Your just like who I hang with. 👊
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You. My best to you and yours.
@SierraThunder
@SierraThunder 3 жыл бұрын
P.S. a really well done & informative video, you really do a good job on all of the service & tech videos you present here on YT. I may have 50 years of wrenching, fabbing, building & riding, but I don't claim to know it all. So I watch them to learn new things I hadn't known before, and sometimes I use them as refreshers for things I haven't done in awhile
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I'm learning every day. I laugh at myself for the "old things" I'm still learning. It's definitely "never ending." If we're lucky and act right, we all get to learn from each other. Glad you enjoy our stuff.
@SierraThunder
@SierraThunder 3 жыл бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 You remind me a lot of some really great bike wrenches, machinists & fabricators that I both worked with & for over the years, it's become a really sad commentary that most so-called 'bikers' & big-buck customizers these days rely either on what they find in the latest big name parts catalogs, or in making overpriced, one-off parts that those of us financially challenged folks can never hope to copy because we don't own several hundred thousand dollars worth of CNC lathes & milling machines. I still find myself going to yard sales, motorcycle swap meets, transfer stations, and scrap yards looking for potential parts or just inspiration. So many that brag about the rise of custom bike parts like apehangers & don't have any idea that the original versions came from the chrome tubing for the chairs from these "malt shop" dinette sets made back in the mid- 1950s. All it took to make a set of your very own involved a hacksaw & the snap throttle from a Limey bike like a Triumph. That glorious time span from 1945 until the early 1970's were the real golden days of garage custom fabrication for motorcycles...
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
If you get to go to the "Born Free" show in Santiago Canyon CA, you'd be amazed at what the "kids" are doing today. It does my heart good.
@arthurleino
@arthurleino 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this, the aircraft stainless lines I installed are shredding by the clamps. Going back to rubber, so 3/8 are the ones. My stainless oil lines been on since 1985.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I'd say it's time. Don't cut yourself taking those things off..
@tommydemis9094
@tommydemis9094 3 жыл бұрын
That's how mine go... thanks to YOU from previous videos... : )
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thank You
@angiemacnamara
@angiemacnamara Жыл бұрын
Hey Mike!!!! I've gust subscribed to your channel , had a great teacher who owned a biker bar and was a mechanic and genius when it came to Harleys ,RIP. But it's always nice to brush up on what you know, and I find your videos informative and enjoyable , Thank you and look forward to more , Ride safe, RUSS
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@stevepotter6770
@stevepotter6770 8 ай бұрын
Very clear and informative, thanks again Mike.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 8 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@flagstamp
@flagstamp 3 жыл бұрын
I just picked up a '67 and it still has the original oil line configuration, unlike all the other "simplified" ones I've had. I thought it was so cool to see that, and I think it's cool that you run it, Mike!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You.
@ludditeneaderthal
@ludditeneaderthal 3 жыл бұрын
Great "and there it is" vid (with the usual high quality visual efforts), but I think the best part is the "afterthought" on the inner primary drip line. Nothing prevents cursing and tool tossing like doing sub-assembly work where it's easy, rather than waiting til you need tentacle fingers and stalk mounted lobster eyes to get it done. I also concur on crimp hose clamps, they're the current "gold standard" of hose fasteners, at least in such close quarters use.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You. Well said.
@gerrymcdonnell8539
@gerrymcdonnell8539 5 ай бұрын
Mike your a legend all your videos are so helpful thanks and look forward to more videos
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 5 ай бұрын
Thank You. Go to our KZbin Homepage and click on the word "videos." 340 more will pop up with thumbnails and titles.
@TheRustyGarageandHomestead
@TheRustyGarageandHomestead 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr Mike. Your an amazing teacher
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@TheInsox
@TheInsox Жыл бұрын
Nice!! This helped me a lot. Got a project where they did it the wrong way and I was doubting I was getting silly. This confirms I’m not lol. If you do one in the future, a panhead oil pump always give me doubts haha
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
I'll remember that.
@gunnslinger7774
@gunnslinger7774 8 ай бұрын
Hi Mike My 71 has the crankcase vent with a tee fitting for the rear chain oiler… so there is a little hose from the rear chain oiler fitting on the pump to a tee on the crank case breather hose fitting that is routed to the rear chain… It works… Not in any books as far as I can tell… Great video BTW
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 8 ай бұрын
Yes, it does. That's only part of the system.
@juliochingaling5824
@juliochingaling5824 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. God bless and stay safe
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@GodInTheMachine
@GodInTheMachine 3 жыл бұрын
can you make a video about how you keep your machines so clean
@ttjbiggunner2025
@ttjbiggunner2025 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe it's OCD he is so neat about everything in a good way
@thakery5720
@thakery5720 3 жыл бұрын
@@ttjbiggunner2025 Nah, the trick is to make things clean tidy when you build a bike and just stay on top of it - the cleaning - after you ride it.. i.e. don't let it get dirty in the first place ! Not riding in the rain helps but if you are constantly checking the bike over then you find little problems before they become big problems and just give things a wipe as you go - using the wife's furnature polish leaves a little wax on things and that helps when you wipe the bike over.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I do wipe them down a lot.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
I've been playing with the Shovelhead like crazy. If it looks like I just wiped it down, it's because I did. The Panhead's been getting most of the work to do. She looks clean from a distance. And, I wipe this stuff down before videos.
@charlottesantafe1709
@charlottesantafe1709 3 жыл бұрын
Makes me embarrassed if I compare......
@ShedMachine
@ShedMachine Жыл бұрын
This information is absolutely golden! Thank you
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
I'm glad if it helps you. Thank You.
@billvandyne4685
@billvandyne4685 3 жыл бұрын
Another great instructional vid, Mike--much appreciated.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@bluebeard6189
@bluebeard6189 3 жыл бұрын
About to install a belt drive on an 82 shovelhead. Was wondering how to take care of that chain oiler, get it again Mike comes through with the clutch
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Cool.
@anthonysutherland8601
@anthonysutherland8601 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome stuff! I re-ran my oil lines. i made sure there was less resistance and clean sweeps. The less bends , The better! she runs @175 all day long!(unless im sitting in traffic)
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff!
@dictumfactum9468
@dictumfactum9468 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the clamp tutorial. There's a reason HD doesnt use hose clamps. Theyre a PITA, thanks.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@thomasgarn1549
@thomasgarn1549 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike awesome explanation beats the diagram hand down!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@hubermeier9762
@hubermeier9762 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike your Videos makes my Weekend 👍
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You
@andersfranzen9151
@andersfranzen9151 3 жыл бұрын
I realy appreciate your videos, I get inspired. Now I decided to start using the crimp hose clamps on all my bikes. It makes even more sense on my Japan bikes since they generally have very litle space for screw clamps!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Cool.
@TheresaChristensen-p2x
@TheresaChristensen-p2x Жыл бұрын
God bless you my friend . that was beautiful sa
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for visiting
@caspar0777
@caspar0777 3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting, thanks for sharing. Cheers from France
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Cheers.
@richardhartley7094
@richardhartley7094 3 жыл бұрын
Very good clear instruction Mike thank you 👍
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@PAYNEKILLER..
@PAYNEKILLER.. 3 жыл бұрын
Just had Busted Knuckle redo my 73 flh oil lines, bent shifting fork, ignition switch etc. THANKS BOB 🤙 I need an oil cooler! My ol girl gets pretty warm. Also trying to figure out how to mount my moose horn rear pegs like you have. I don't have bolt holes for them so I'm gonna have to cobble something together.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@PAYNEKILLER..
@PAYNEKILLER.. 3 жыл бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 I'm gonna need luck most likely
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Most people weld steel blocks to the frame by duplicating the ones Harley installed on Shovelheads slightly newer than yours. Mine is a 77 and came with the mounts already there. Those brackets you call "moose horns" came out on the 78 FL models. I like 'em because they adjust up and down for different length passengers.
@PAYNEKILLER..
@PAYNEKILLER.. 3 жыл бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 Ok that's what I was thinking about doing, I've tried to find pictures of the frame blocks to no avail. I think my brother's shovel has them I have to check. Thank you
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
You bet. I take a lot of pictures with my phone. Those "blocks" are just squarely cut with 3/8 threaded holes in them. Pretty easy to fab up and look like it came that way. I buy a lot of "scraps" from metal suppliers.
@danddwelding5148
@danddwelding5148 3 жыл бұрын
Hello from Texas. Love your videos and have learned alot. What heads are you running. They look like they have 3 bolts. Sorry if you have explained this in an earlier video. Thanks.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You. They are STD Cylinder heads.
@scottyeo6417
@scottyeo6417 3 жыл бұрын
The clamps are also know as a Pexx clamp and can be found at any good plumbing store.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You. I generally have to order them in stainless.
@kenmason6749
@kenmason6749 2 жыл бұрын
You sure have some well done n informative videos. Even I understand them. Good job sir, thank you
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thank You.
@58dorsett
@58dorsett 3 жыл бұрын
I don't like the idea of the oil scavenged from the primary going into the engine, however I've tried running one of those Gates belt drives, but when the engine/transmission heat up the belt gets tight, and causes clutch and shifting problems, so I went back to the stock chain drive set up like your bike. Wish there was a better way tho.
@1fknhpycmpr355
@1fknhpycmpr355 3 жыл бұрын
Same here, i dont like idea of scavenging oil from the primary into the engine. I think its a kind of scary that all the crap from clutch is sucked into the engine. So i have eliminated those scavenging lines and keeped separated oils in the primary, just like they have done it on twincam models.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
After all these years, I'm good with it. They work fine. The later setups are better, but require complete change of everything (later transmission, starter setup complete, primary housings, all new primary components, more room for starter, on and on), just not worth it.
@1fknhpycmpr355
@1fknhpycmpr355 3 жыл бұрын
@@pacificmike9501 No,i ment the primary oil system is intependend from the engine oil, not to change the complete tranny/primary/clutch for more modern setup. I have always have 4-speed transmission on my shovelhead and like you said its not worth to change that. I guess easiest and (most priciest) way to do it, is to buy Baker transmission, if there's a need for more gears. Well, keep up the good work, Mike!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Different ways of approaching it all. I use a Kevlar clutch. My oil is clean.
@charlottesantafe1709
@charlottesantafe1709 3 жыл бұрын
@@1fknhpycmpr355 what crap?
@kennymcquinkiss8292
@kennymcquinkiss8292 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I've been watching your videos for quite a while I always give a thumbs-up and I am subscribed I've been wanting to learn how to do the lines on my Shovelhead for a few years now the book that I have doesn't really show much thank you I will share this video with all my friends as well
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@richardbutler5084
@richardbutler5084 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Kudos to your camera man! I need to see a video on shovel head transmission shifting very hard, mine is shifting hard. Can shift by hand but sometimes it seems to lock up and not want to shift with the foot! I have a 77’FXE superglide.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
If it's not the fault of the clutch, you'll have to go inside.
@RogerJG21
@RogerJG21 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video, thanks Mike
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. Thank You.
@scruffy4647
@scruffy4647 3 жыл бұрын
Mike, always thank you for your videos. Very instructional and timely. So, on to a request. My shovel is starting to leak oil on the rear rocker box. Not bad yet. At some point I would like to replace the gaskets on both cylinders. I would like to have all my ducks in a row before I start. Mainly, all the gaskets & seals I would potentially need. I am going to go into this hoping that all is well with wear on all parts after disassembly and inspection and just replacing the gaskets. Oil tube seals, gaskets, carb intake manifold rubber bands. I am sure I am leaving something out. Kind of a video on preparation for tackling certain tasks (rocker box gaskets in this case) Thks
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
We show all of these parts on our "playlist" about Shovelheads. Go to our KZbin homepage and click on "playlists."
@kevinkiekhafer4804
@kevinkiekhafer4804 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber here. All videos I've seen are awesome. Building a long bike utilizing a 69 flh motor, dry belt primary, after market oil pump. Only 3 oil lines, feed, return and vent. Question: HD ser man shows 68 pump having feed in same location as your cone shovel. The 69 looks like the feed line goes from bottom of oil bag to the bottom of the pump. Can you confirm? BTW...120th in MKE this weekend. Any chance of seeing you out on the beautiful roads of WI? Cali weather here this weekend!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Depends on whose pump you're using. I showed a Harley pump. Some pump give you different choices for inlets. Can't see it from here.
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 Жыл бұрын
Sorry. I appreciate the invitation, but, Wisconsin is quite a ways to make this weekend.
@kevinkiekhafer4804
@kevinkiekhafer4804 Жыл бұрын
Hey Mike, lol, Thunderstorms and humidity here and obviously WI is not a weekend trip! Going to a Mama Tried show on Sunday at the HD Museum to see if I can get an invite to the Feb show in MKE for this build. I'm not s builder so taking it on as a challenge like the build itself On the oil pump question... I figured out that I have a Sifton pump. Feed line exactly where you said it was! I, as many, really appreciate you sharing your knowledge graciously. I did kick the motor over slowly with oil in the feed port just to make sure it was pulled in. "See you on the road"! Wishing you all the BEST!.
@ledsled1001
@ledsled1001 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!
@pacificmike9501
@pacificmike9501 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
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