Repairing A Couple Oil Leaks On The Harley Shovelhead

[@glennstatham960]

Mike, I see you as a (maybe) older brother that is still teaching me stuff. I love hanging with you in your garage, and when I work on my Harleys, your words ring in my ears. Thank you brother.

[@Kevscancave]

I’m the same way Glenn good guy for sure! 👍😎👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you for allowing me in your garage.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@tammymeininger6390]

I rebuilt my 89 evol watching your video s keep up the good work appreciate you

[@nickpanhead7209]

Mike, thanks for these videos, I have a 75 shovel head, my lower cases are leaking. What do use to seal them. Is there anyway for me to reseal it buy not taking them fully apart. Would I be able to seal them, if I can get them split a little bit apart. I never took a lower end apart. I only worked on barrels and above. Thanks if you could answer that for me

[@Seveneleven44]

Went to Canada for 10 days on a fishing trip and I come back to not one, but 2 new videos from uncle mike(s). Very cool.

[@pacificmike9501]

That is awesome!

[@cameramanmike2072]

😊

[@jakedubois6047]

Amazing video, new favorite channel. I have a 1978 shovelhead and finding your page has helped me out tremendously. Thank you! Young buck rider here. Appreciate the old heads such as yourself Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@cameramanmike2072]

👋😊

[@aquadan005]

One advantage of living on the east coast, get early views of Mike helping us out!

[@tikkabrno]

I'm also on an East coast and appreciate his vids 👍🇦🇺

[@pacificmike9501]

Gee, thanks.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@ham632]

I'm looking forward to your coverage of the Born-Free Show!

[@pacificmike9501]

Me too. We don't even know exactly what we'll show.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@lessgrep]

Nah, it was really nice to hear about things outside, kids included. :)) Immersive.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cameramanmike2072]

❤😊

[@wp8767]

45 years with the same bike! That's love.

[@pacificmike9501]

Yes, it is. Good times and bad, we've done them together. She's a 77 I bought new in 1978. So far, 46 years.

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Hey Mike my 03 cvo road king had comp cams adjustable pushrods installed when we built the motor....I had no idea what they were just taking the advice of my mechanic.

[@pacificmike9501]

They make some good stuff.

[@walterfechter8080]

My pal ran Velva-Touch lifters from Rivera in his 88-inch Pan/Shovel. They performed flawlessly. He rode his chopper hard and on long road trips. Thanks, Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@thomasprendergast2770]

Mike I truly love what you've done to the shovel head

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. We've been in love for 45 years.

[@joehovanec1985]

Your pushrod holder tool is better than close pins to me. Works better on a Shovelhead than a Panhead. Glad to hear you mention the Flathead project. Enjoy your videos and you sharing information with us.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@seth_iwant_toride]

Don’t mind hearing about the kids on your street at all. As always thanks for sharing Mikes. Good one!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. And, they really are good kids, and they all love my dog.

[@seth_iwant_toride]

@@pacificmike9501 of course they do! Kids and dogs pretty much tell the truth! Sounds like you have a pretty awesome place in the world to call home😎 have a great night

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. Pleasant dreams.

[@cameramanmike2072]

😊

[@pastorbobncc365]

Always love stopping by the garage have a blessed week my friends.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks, you too!

[@cameramanmike2072]

👋😊

[@billmillar7234]

Lots of fun tonight....very easy video with neat commonterry... very enjoyable and interesting..... enjoy the Born Free and the weather

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@cameramanmike2072]

😊

[@onlyhereonce7290]

Just a fun video to watch. I always learn something. Videos like this benefit the motorcycle community. Thank you !!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@jackienelson5804]

I guess just having fun and that's OK you guys are the best

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. Fun is a top priority.

[@terrywalsh2349]

Very nice lifter set Mike !

[@pacificmike9501]

I think so too!

[@tikkabrno]

Good timing. Keep the shovelhead vids coming 👍🇦🇺 My import permit application was approved. My title docs are with the exporter. Everything is paid for. Just waiting for my FLHS sail from NY to Melbourne 🚢 One thing I noticed today that I'm very happy about; the speedometer dial face is in mph and kph. No need to replace it with an unoriginal in kph for registration compliance 👌 small win.

[@pacificmike9501]

Any win is good by me. Sounds "super exciting." Scooter coming! Now, that's exciting.

[@cameramanmike2072]

😊

[@timryan7198]

Thanks Mike! Just installed a set of these on a 78 Flh complete overhaul and restoration!

[@pacificmike9501]

Awesome.

[@HendrikS13]

Hey Mike! Just discovered your Channel some days ago. Very interesting topics paired with such a great personality. So professional, calming and relaxing with a charme. I really appreciate your content. Thanks for that. May I ask: Could you do a video about your most used and favorite tools that you accumulated over the years? That would be nice. Keep it going. Greetings from Germany.

[@Kevscancave]

Agree 100% Mike is an awesome teacher! 👍😎👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow. Thank You. I cover tools as I use them for the operations I show. Maybe we can put something together when we have a little "downtime."

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@throckmorton3705]

the kids are alright

[@pacificmike9501]

We try.

[@arthurleino]

Good video Mike. Shovelhead I ride has Solid lifters. I adjust them as taught. Nice and quiet on start, after getting hot sound like John Deer Threshing Machine. Music to me.

[@pacificmike9501]

I ran solids in my Shovel for years. I really like good hydraulics in it. Solids in my older stuff. I think Shovel top ends (because of more heat) have a tendency to grow too much.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍👍

[@jackblack3886]

I keep coming back to these videos to refresh my memory. As viewers have already stated, these video clips are relaxing and informative. It's like having a good friend as a neighbor. Liked your comments about your neighborhood. A comfortable place to live is worth a lot. To camera Mike, great shots getting back into those hard to reach places. Many thanks!!

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow. You make us feel successful. Thank You.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. You make us feel successful.

[@bigmikeshooter]

Great as always,bravo from Greece.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you very much!

[@bigmikeshooter]

@@pacificmike9501 we should thank you for the awesome content. Keep up the good work, greetings from Greece.

[@cameramanmike2072]

😊

[@ralphtieleman4950]

Good evening Mike and Mike ! How are you ? Thank you for this video .

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You for watching.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👋😊

[@mikerapp8163]

This is an extremely helpful video for me. I’m nervous about adjusting the push rods correctly. It’s the easiest way to destroy valves if their not adjusted right. I’ll be watching this one a couple times. I’m putting my motor back together after getting it back from machine shop 14:35 and this is the most important job I’ve got to do. Thanks for posting Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Look at our previous videos on valve adjusting and remember. Read and follow what the manufacturer of your lifters recommends.

[@michaelyarmie4858]

Mike, I just recieved a letter today scheduling me for hip replacement surgery. Early September. So hopefully, by next summer, I'll be out on the road..

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds good to me. They've done so many hips now, I think it's gotten to be pretty routine. Here's to your success and a speedy recovery.

[@cameramanmike2072]

🙏🙏🙏😊

[@Kevscancave]

Super Great video Mike! Yo make it fun! Mr. Ott would be proud👍😎👍what a smart man! …👍K👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

😊

[@clawhammer704]

I bought a new shovel head back in 1979. It was born to leak. That said when I got a new bike that had the new evo motor I never looked at the shovel head problems.

[@pacificmike9501]

Certainly has a different design.

[@raymondperry5407]

Love your reaction to the kids hooping. As a long time coach I always have a driveway full of kids playing hoops. They do a good job of avoiding the bike too😂

[@pacificmike9501]

That is awesome!

[@kurtruppenthal9506]

Another good video Mike and Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@kennethmoore4530]

Yeah, Mike, this is one of your new subscribers. We need a video on the v-twin universal fork. Stop for springer front ends thank you

[@pacificmike9501]

I do what I need done. I try to take everyone along. I work on what I have. Occasionally I bail out a neighbor.

[@avg113s]

Top man goos old school stuff . Loved the evo build 👌👌

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed

[@jbt68]

New to the channel, Mike! I love it. Keep on keepin' on... 😊

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks and welcome

[@cameramanmike2072]

👋😊

[@blackhoggarage]

Could you make a video showing your specially made tools you use on your bikes? I have made some special Harley tools and would like to see yours.

[@pacificmike9501]

We'll have to put something together like that.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@loddude5706]

Greetings from a blue-sky Sherwood, we're a bit cooler at 73 dungarees today, & have been promised a few thunder storms striding through after lunch. I do like lively 'Zot-Boom' sessions, it ionizes the air & makes the squirrels super fluffy : )

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds great! And it sounds "picturesque."

[@loddude5706]

@@pacificmike9501 - 16:30hrs. No storms as yet, heavy rumblings from Newark way & very 'heavy' air. This side of the valley tends to kick any wet Westerlies up over our heads, finally allowing the clouds some bladder relief over the ever thankful heads of Lincolnshire farmers (#'They plough the fields & scatter, their bank loans on the land . . .'# Have fun Gents. Oh look, it's teatime : )

[@cameramanmike2072]

❤️💯❗😊

[@Zach-rt2gv]

Im looking to upgrade my turtle top to a 6 speed. I was wondering what transmission you run? Thanks bud

[@pacificmike9501]

It is a Baker Drivetrain. It is the coolest thing on my Shovelhead.

[@aleinhunter9927]

Hi mike, Took the 91 sporty out yesterday, I needed a good ride, to get my head right.

[@pacificmike9501]

Nice!!

[@cameramanmike2072]

❤️😊

[@jameshaines3370]

I will take a 60 degree day or cooler any day to ride then 80s. My bike loves cool Temps. Less bugs to here in southern Indiana.

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds nice. Every locale a little different.

[@glennboone1082]

Excellent video again Mike! Just wanted to report that I got my cam shim and cam and tappets and blocks all put together. And everything is turning smoothly. I put a new S&S oil pump on there too. My end play on the cam ended up being .009 I'm gonna leave that. I'm pretty happy with it. I'm going from the stock .390/.390 cam to an Andrews #3 for shovelhead at .514/.514 with a complete new S&S top end. I had tech at Andrew's and S&S on the phone. And they said it would work fine with my setup. As long as I double check everything and get everything right. It's for a low compression setup. Mine is 8:1. My lifters/tappets and pushrods are S&S as well. I'm looking forward to getting it done and fired up! Coming very soon. Quick question. Why does the manual state the lifters/tappets should be clean and free of lube for push rod adjustment? Thanx for the great videos! Wish I was going to born free too!

[@pacificmike9501]

That is one way of doing it. Adjusting and waiting for the lifter to bleed down before rotating the engine again is the way I do it. Different strokes.

[@glennboone1082]

Yeah I thought I remembered something like that. That's what sometimes is frustrating. When I ask other fellas questions. They reply get a manual. Well I have and have had a manual for a long time. It doesn't speak as loud as experience. Thanx Mike!

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@phredrocks]

Hey Mike what is the carb on the shovel? I am new to harleys. My 87 electra glide has an s&s.

[@stanleyroberts4381]

I believe it's an S U carb.

[@pacificmike9501]

It is an SU Eliminator II. I have run them for literally hundreds of thousands of miles. I have run them on lots of other people's bikes (mostly Shovels and some Evos).

[@whyismybikesoheavy]

Hey Mike, love ya work. My 75 FXE has a small oil leak coming from the front cylinder front lhs head bolt, and only leaks after shutting down, drips on the reg and runs down the kick stand. Had it rebuilt less than 12 months ago so new head gaskets etc. What do ya think? Lifted insert, crack in oil return casting, head gasket??? Any suggestions appreciated, no harley dealers nearby.

[@pacificmike9501]

It will take some disassembly and careful inspection. I fought and put up with one for years that was a flaw in the front cylinder head at the top where the rocker box mated to it. I filled it with all kinds of stuff. Finally, I yanked it off and had it heliarced. You just gotta look for it.

[@terrymassey7619]

Hey Mike, can you recommend a front brake master cylinder-lever for a shovel, without the switch housing that doesn't cost a couple hundred bucks? Thanks for all you do!

[@pacificmike9501]

Just go through the catalogs. Try V-Twin and Drag Specialties and Custom Chrome and Mid USA and GMA.

[@chickenhawknwc]

Can you tell me about your engine? How many cubic inch is it? what are the heads, cylinders, cam and anything else you think I should know. Thank you for your videos. Please keep them coming.

[@pacificmike9501]

I'll tell you a few "well known" facts, but what's in an old guy's motor is private. These are things between me and the bike that have been developed over a period of 46 years. The motor is 80 cubic inches. The heads are STD, slightly warmed over by Mr. Dave Mackie. The rest? Well a little this and a little that.

[@ronbuccelli8486]

Hey Mike, what size handlebars are those on that beautiful bike? Great video as usual!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. 12"

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊

[@jonathangustafssonberg7889]

Awsome video! My 76 shovelhead leaks from the crankcase ventilation when the bike is turned off, what can be the problem?

[@pacificmike9501]

The oil is getting past the little ball and spring in the oil pump and filling the crankcase. The bike is either sitting too much or the ball and spring need cleaning or replacing. Standard problem from 36-90. If the bike has been sitting for too long, put a pan under it before starting it. Let it run until the system balances out. The crankcase has filled. The condition is called "wet sumping."

[@raymondperry5407]

I appear to have a shovelhead top with a pan bottom. Would this procedure be similar for that bike? 64 flh duo .

[@pacificmike9501]

Most likely. Pretty common setup.

[@Shpan6066]

Mike, 1968 FLH shovelhead, leaks when on the side stand, leaks pretty good too, but not when standing straight up. Seams to me I have heard that is typical of a certain situation but I can't remember what that situation is, to much oil in crankcase or primary or breather hose leak... do you have an idea of what I should look for/at?

[@pacificmike9501]

If it leaks when it sits for a while without being run, it is simply "wet-sumping." That means, due to gravity and the actual weight of the oil, it has manged to sneak past the check ball in the oil pump, fill the crankcase and run out the crankcase breather hose. Run it oftener or put a pan under it when you first start it and let it puke the oil out into the pan. It will balancve out soon and be fine. Or, you have a transmission leak. Perhaps you ought to have a look underneath.

[@Shpan6066]

OK thank you Mike, I appreciate you getting back to me! @@pacificmike9501

[@michaelkoxsolapov8523]

I see Mike I put ✌👍🤙🤠

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Steve-hp8tm]

I have a question an i watch many wrenching in bike videos. But feel like you would kno better cause im getting mixed answers. Ok i recently bought a 1995 electra glide classic with the evo 1340. Now the manual says 87 for gas. An have been using it. No issues. But was told to run a higher octane like 91 or 89. What are your thoughts on it. Thank you.

[@pacificmike9501]

There is more to gas than octane. I run some pretty high compressions and therefore, 91 is the highest available. I'm not a chemist, but I generally run Chevron 91. See what your bike is happy running.

[@keith4683981]

Mike what type of oil to put in a 1978 flh transmission

[@pacificmike9501]

The book refers to lubricants that were available at the time. Today we have multigrade goodstuff. Any good 85/140 translube is pretty good stuff.

[@tammymeininger6390]

I have velva touch litter s on my 93ci id like to learn how to adjust them my lifter blocke are leaking too

[@pacificmike9501]

Call Competition Cams and ask for instruction sheets. They are nice foks and the instructions are rather lengthy. Call "Cam Help" at 800-999-0853.

[@tammymeininger6390]

Thanks you

[@SylvainQuirion]

I’m having a problem with my 1978 1/2 1340 FXST. They primary oil is ending up coming out of the engine case and out the tube underneath Thanks in advance

[@pacificmike9501]

There is no such thing as a 1978 FXST. Don't know what you have or what primary you're using. Sounds like maybe a little too much mix and match.

[@SylvainQuirion]

@@pacificmike9501 and it’s the year they ran out of 1200 and finished of the year with 1340 The bike has been in the family for a very long time

[@SylvainQuirion]

@@pacificmike9501 wow where you ever right Your reply to me made me dig into my bike and wow the things I found out Thank you very much for your knowledge

[@DennisVaccaro-up3jp]

my name is dennis. live in NJ. had my 1974 shovel engine rebuilt builder said to run straight 50w oil is this a good idea for winter use ?

[@pacificmike9501]

A lot of people run fifty. Read service or owner's manual. A lot of people run modern 20/50.

[@stevehancocks8064]

hi mike. may i ask the paint colour of your lovely shovelhead.? .... thank you

[@pacificmike9501]

It is a yellow from Cadillac.

[@stevehancocks8064]

@@pacificmike9501 thankyou mike.

[@shovelhead56]

Hey Mike, question for you. Have a 80 FXB Sturgis past 23 years. Great looking and running. Live in Corona, CA. Do you work on bikes other than your own?

[@pacificmike9501]

No, sorry

[@tammymeininger6390]

Are you in CA?

[@pacificmike9501]

Yes, I am.

[@maytagzombie3881]

Did u work at corning

[@pacificmike9501]

No. Am I missing something with that question?

[@alkatib100]

Hi Mike. I am new to your Chanel. I learned a lot watching and listening to you. I have a question for you. I am in the market for road king with EVO motor and carb . I have been looking for a while now. I am in Orange County California. Do you know anyone trying to sell one.

[@pacificmike9501]

Just look at the ads. There should be plenty where you are. Craig's List is not bad. The Green Sheet.

[@alkatib100]

@@pacificmike9501 thank you. My next question how hard to convert evolution from EFI to carburetor?

[@pacificmike9501]

It is a pretty lengthy procedure. Evos with injection, are the early "Magnetti Marelli" systems. Very difficult to diagnose and modify. They are however integrated into the bike. Changing the entire wiring harness, replacing the entire intake system (intake manifold and carb, fuel tank, petcock and air cleaner) and the entire ignition system is quite an undertaking.

[@alkatib100]

Thank you sir

[@everettcalhoun8197]

You must have gotten that tranny when it first came out. Can't believe that was 20 years ago. I still look at a 5 speed as new product. I still remember the old dressers with the 3.00 first gear in a 4 speed. You would have to wind it out pretty far in first and then with a clunk it would drop into 2nd. Did hit the like button and enjoyed the video. Later.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You, good stuff. This 6 speed was one of the first ten that Baker built for a Shovel. I usually use the gear set in 4 speeds with a 2.60 first. Makes them smoother, quieter, and more useful.

[@everettcalhoun8197]

@@pacificmike9501 Agreed. Just reminiscing about how the old panhead and shovels ran. They were called hogs for a reason.

[@stanleyroberts4381]

The man who asks a question seems dumb for a minute. The man who doesn't is dumb for a lifetime 🤔. Keep asking those questions cameraman Mike 😊

[@pacificmike9501]

Very well put.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍😊😊

[@MicahBell_1860]

I'll go rhythm

[@pacificmike9501]

Very interesting.

[@happymark1805]

come on if you get old you can expect some leaks, a shovelhead is no different LOL

[@pacificmike9501]

I wasn't complaining. It's a good excuse to get "intimate" with her.

[@happymark1805]

@@pacificmike9501 LOL

[@snapon666]

Not oil leaks ...rust abatement program

[@pacificmike9501]

Okay.

[@markjulianoriginalhooli2217]

Fixing oil leaks on a Harley Shovelhead how ironic 🤨

[@pacificmike9501]

Old technology in old bikes. Just the way it is. But, we have better stuff to do it with now.

[@rimaspazereckas2748]

Oh come on...your just finding excuses to get a bit more intimate with your girl, that is why you enjoy taking bits off her...to "check" for issues. Or she very high demanding and very high maintenance? You don't have to kiss and tell us, gentlemen as we are do understand.

[@pacificmike9501]

I was out for a ride one day and saw a buddy of mine on his pretty hot Evo he was riding at the time. Well, some things can't be helped and the race was on. When I pulled over and we began speaking, he said, "I always figured that thing was "Chalk full a' nuts." And it is. There are "goodies galore."

[@tonycurtis6898]

Thank you

[@pacificmike9501]

You're welcome

[@jackienelson5804]

Camera man mike is mike picking on you

[@pacificmike9501]

Nah.

[@johnwehrenberg3607]

Do you have a Facebook

[@pacificmike9501]

Not active at the moment.

[@jackienelson5804]

LEMAY NELSON

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.