Part 1, Installing primary Cover and Clutch Adjust on 1974 Harley Sportster

[@davidpayte8566]

Good to see ya again

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@manny1470]

I seriously miss these videos. Mike is awesome man. He's like the Bob Ross of Harleys. I dig this dude.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@scottkinkead6324]

Boy does that bike bring back memories . 19 years old bought me a 74 xlch in 76 road the hell out of it . When I wore it out stroked and bored it to 80" I think the year was 83 and man did I have fun with that little stroker !

[@pacificmike9501]

Most people have no idea how fast a hopped up old Sportster would go. That's what you'd see at the drags when I was a kid. Bad Knuckleheads and bad Sportsters. I know you had fun with it.

[@michaelmitchell5909]

You made my night guys, seeing you had a new video up. That's a really nice machine....

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@whip-its_dad4239]

Hello Mike & Mike , good to see another great video . Cool little Sporty .

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@Saveourfreedom]

Nice to enjoy your Video here in the early hours of the Morning.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@darrell3368]

Hello stranger I haven’t seen you in a while great to see you again keep up the great work and keep it between the ditches thank you for sharing and God blessings for you and Mik

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks, you too!

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@2000tc88]

Ahh, memories, I had a nice 77 XLCH back in the 80s. Hope you're not too cold and covered in snow.

[@pacificmike9501]

No, yesterday was beautiful. Sonia and I got out and went for a walk. Hope it's good for you.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@Mike--WA7QZR]

You're correct Mike. AN refers to an Army-Navy specification for fasteners. AN fasteners feature a higher tensile strength and shear strength than common fasteners and are noticeably less brittle than SAE bolts. The nomenclature has been replaced by MS (Mil Spec) numbers. Both types are used primarily in aircraft air frames and engines, as well as many applications requiring extra strength and reliability. You won't find them at the hardware store but they can be sourced from many vendors by searching the Internet for "AN Fasteners". I'm an A&P and am quite familiar with them.

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool. I love it when "qualified personnel" steps forward with the correct answer. Thank You.

[@menacebcs]

Bought a 1975 Super Glide out of the Chopper Fest swap this year, looking forward to having it ready for Born Free in a few months. Your videos have been a huge help as I freshen everything up. The best Harley content on youtube, thanks for what you do!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. See you there.

[@missingremote4388]

Subscribed for '75 Harley, man

[@edwardlynch9032]

Experience and talent need no introduction. Excellent common sense presentation, real life.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@billvandyne4685]

Glad to see you working on a Sportster, Mike. I've developed a real liking for old ironheads in my old age.

[@pacificmike9501]

One of my friends just restored a 66 XLCH. It's gorgeous.

[@rickwaldron4255]

Me to my iron heads a keeper not for sale or trading in for a brand new one no way

[@loupuleff571]

Real nice of you to take care of that for her good job !

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. We try.

[@stanleyroberts4381]

As I recall,an XLH was an electric start, and an XLCH was a kick start only.

[@pacificmike9501]

True.

[@arthurleino]

Good video Mike! Like watching you working on the older motorcycles.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like them! Thank You.

[@leetownsend46]

Good to see you again my friend 😊

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks for the visit.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@hubermeier9762]

Thanks Mike for the new Video I wait so long for the New on your channel ✌️

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@pacificmike9501]

We try to put more up. We'll see.

[@arthurnava4518]

I had a 73 to, me and my brother in-law put 5Gal tanks on it, it was a great bike.Had it for about 5 years. Sold it for 3500:00 dollars got a 2003 Heritage Softail brand new.

[@pacificmike9501]

Good story. Good memory, good move up.

[@nukacycle]

hi mike! Thank you for your work, it is very interesting to see how the glorious Harleys are repaired. Unfortunately, while there is a war in my country, I can neither drive nor see my evo. Your videos are inspiring, thanks again bro

[@pacificmike9501]

I can't come up with words to express to you how I feel. I hope some of this awful stuff stops soon. I am very fortunate. My Grandparents all escaped to this country.

[@cameramanmike2072]

🤗🙂

[@glennstatham960]

From Australia, we support you and wish you strength.

[@roberttolley5055]

Mr Mike,, I've been quietly waiting for this video. Thank you THANK YOU SIR,, headed get big puller. Pull primary think starter gear on clutch basket weilds broke. Came to me in sleep. See if has happened. Your amazing mechanic all these years experience. Cant be replaced by many in this world.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it helped

[@ricardobooker1704]

Mike it worked perfectly just as you said. You are awesome thank you so much. You truly care about us out here working to keep these old bikes running, you have forgot more than many who claim to know. You are busy yet you take the time to respond, a true blessing to the industry. We will continue to make you proud. Take care.

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow. I feel like I just received a gift from you. I received alot of help along the way. We are supposed to help each other.

[@howardpendle8528]

Enjoyed the video , I have two sporty,s and 3 big twines . You are a great source of info and have helped in a few projects . Thank you .

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad to help. Thank You.

[@robertbdees9913]

Picked up 1972 sporty motor, frame ,and back wheel. 360.00 they were stripping for parts. Did not want to see it junked. Prefer big twins. But want to give this little bike some new life

[@pacificmike9501]

Be careful. You can easily "overinvest."

[@bradleyyounger8499]

Been hearing a lot about the rain and flooding. Was hoping the two Mike's was safe and dry along with all the beautiful bikes and puppies.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. All's good here. A little messing and cold, but alright. Hope all's well with you.

[@markb3129]

Was starting to think the weather had put ya'll in hibernation. Old Sportster still looking good for it's age. ✌🏻

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. More to come on it.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@rodneymounsey4168]

Hey Mike, just thought I’d send you a note to say thanks for your videos, spent today rebuilding the KEIHAN CARD ON THE 96 FXSTC and a couple of your vids were extremely helpful. I love your laid back easy going style and you make things seem so easy. Thanks man I keep on doin what your doin and do change a thing! Rodney from the land of OZ

[@pacificmike9501]

That's great. Thank You.

[@ttjbiggunner2025]

Nice work as always

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Patrick_B687-3]

Good to see you’re doing good still Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I hope all is well with you.

[@billmillar7234]

Really nice to see you both back!!!.... almost going through withdrawals!!.....nice to see the sportster work....I have a friend with an ironhead so I'm sending him the video

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@ralphtieleman4950]

Good evening Mike and Mike . How are you ? I was beginning to worry. Thank you for this video .

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@pacificmike9501]

We hope you're well too.

[@ryanmoore2779]

Thank you Mike. Your videos are The Best

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like them!

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@tomemmons2954]

Glad to hear from you!

[@pacificmike9501]

Same to you!

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@kurtruppenthal9506]

Good video, Mike. It's cool she has owned this bike since new, but sad to see some of the work the so called mechanics have done. It's in the right hands now, and I know it's probably not what you want to be working on. But you're a kind soul, and good on you for helping her out.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. We'll see how she does.

[@peterwill3699]

That's a powerful bike for a 70 year old women.I bought my 73 sportster motor when I was 18 from Park St. Harley in Hartford Conn.for 1100.00 bucks.came with the clutch cable and only the handle. Still have it, but it's a chopper.Cool spark plug socket trick.

[@TheYammerHammer]

Well shit! If you are going to work on my first Harley! Ill watch

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@chrisrestifo7010]

May be helpful, for those that don't know. Keep track of which cover screws come out of their respective holes. There are 3 different lengths, short, medium and long. I draw a rough diagram on cardboard and stick the screws into the cardboard to keep track of where they go.

[@pacificmike9501]

If you notice, to the right on the lift, I lay them out in order as I remove them. Checking them for length in a parts book will keep you out of trouble too.

[@joehovanec1985]

Mike, I'm surprised you don't have a classic ironhead Sportster for yourself. I miss you working on the Flathead project.

[@pacificmike9501]

A lot of interuptions. Time and money. We'll get back there.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍🙂🤞

[@dirtmcgirt01]

Love your channel 👌

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I truly appreciate that.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@loddude5706]

Ah, the Western Americas live! Saw you've had some weather to play with on the various news channels, what larks eh? Irony is, an old friend moved back to England after 3 yrs working in Venice Beach - because he 'missed the seasons'! Rather fun here too; a street full of parked-up igloos last week thanks to heavy snows, & today, a 45+mph gale backcombing the braver squirrels into running just that little bit faster, having that big fluffy 'rudder' can't help much either . . . Whatever 'animal' mangled that poor primary casing, doth need thoroughly birching & a rapidly rotating pineapple for afters. (Hope you wrote inside the cover that it was none your doing, & that 'this signature alone is now worth thousands' : )

[@pacificmike9501]

Sometimes you just have to be careful how you pick your projects. Maybe the next guy will take it down to bare cases. I think I can make it hang together for quite a while for her. I think she'd be better off with an Evo Sportster. As for the weather? Oh well. All things being considered, I'd rather be at the beach in Venice. Stay dry. Write soon.

[@cameramanmike2072]

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[@freddie_ray1498]

Mike, glad that you're back. Side note: I was going to suggest that you should use longer bolts in the primary to guide the outer cover on without disturbing the gasket. Low and behold you reached for the studs. I guess up mature rider think alike. Notice that I didn't say Old Riders...My first ride on a HD was a 1969 Sporty XLCH.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. My first ride on a Harley was on a Knuckle. But, the first one I owned was a 58 Sportster in '69. I built it from a $200.00 basket case.

[@zoranfrintrop-unger4801]

Ur the Unkle i needed. Thx 👍

[@pacificmike9501]

And everyone needs a great nephew. I went to dinner with my Godson's son and girlfriend last night. Kinda similar. What fun.

[@warrenp2022]

I like your quiet, informative videos Mike and Mike. I aquired a 1978 Sportster Cafe Racer framed ex drag bike a few years ago, not sure why. It will be a challenge to give it road manners. Started working on it last fall then got laid up with various ailments, but that isn't what this is about. The two bad bolt holes in the left side case that you are working on, I had a thought on how to fit the clutch tool. Perhaps a couple of pieces of flat steel to bridge the damaged holes with a nut welded on over the damaged holes for the tool to screw into and holes at each end to attach the steel to adjacent good holes. It won't repair the holes but would allow the clutch to be worked on. The idea is probably worth what you paid for it. ;-) I need to figure out mine and let you finish that one properly.

[@pacificmike9501]

There is very little material to work with there. I'm not going to get involved in tearing this thing completely apart.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍🙂

[@motorcyclemark2889]

I need to lube my cables and a three hole oil change before the season starts here in Illinois

[@pacificmike9501]

I believe it's coming soon.

[@elsdp-4560]

Thank you for sharing.👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you too

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍🙂

[@markchiz64]

Mike, Neat trick with the pins used for the primary cover alignment. Question: Would a Heli Coil have worked on that broken flange? I couldn't see the area well in the video. I have done lots of aluminum welding and would not have attempted that as well. It was great to see you guys back!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. Not enough meat left to hold a helicoil there.

[@cameramanmike2072]

🙂

[@jackienelson5804]

Good see you again LEMAY

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks for being with us.

[@victorzaharov5072]

Привет. Как всегда отличное видео!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You, Victor

[@rickwaldron4255]

A clean harley is a happy harley I change my oil every 4 months it makes a huge differance they last way longer and cooler

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool.

[@DevilDog59]

AN designation was Army/Navy standards. Then is was switch to MS designation with is Military Standards. On hardware and seals

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@thomasprendergast2770]

Sounds great Mike but what about flathead all good just on pause that sporty sounded just like my 79 iron head awesome

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. We'll get back to the Flathead. Pause in funds.

[@brianvandemortel6710]

Great video

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it, Thank You.

[@olskool3967]

Mike i am a retired professional transmission rebuilder and shop owner. over the decades i have saw some butchering of transmissions. sometimes all you can do is the best you can do,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@pacificmike9501]

Amen.

[@motorcyclemark2889]

I had a buddy who bought a new 1974 sportster and rode the same bike his whole life until cancer took his life in 2005

[@pacificmike9501]

I believe he's still riding it.

[@motorcyclemark2889]

It was a chopper by the late 70s had a Springer front end on it and he probably had 500,000 miles on it by 2005 and 3 or 4 rebuilds but the bottom end was never opened up

[@motorcyclemark2889]

Fast Eddy was a real biker for life

[@ricardobooker1704]

Ok, I will try, thanks.

[@pacificmike9501]

All the best

[@garydiggins1836]

My old 73 sportster is sitting under several feet of snow right now Mike. . I'm in Massachusetts. I try not to step on it because I know it's down there someplace. I expect it to start immediately once I see it again.

[@pacificmike9501]

She's gonna love warmth and sunshine.

[@garydiggins1836]

@Pacific Mike Last time it saw it was in February and it fired right up. We had a couple of blizzards but spring is coming and I'll be riding the dirt roads soon.

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds like fun to me.

[@ceemore5862]

I had a 1974 sportster. The ignition points were the same as a six cylinder Chevy engine.

[@pacificmike9501]

Pretty much.

[@jerrybigrig9475]

😎👍😎

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Alliwantedwasapepsi]

Do those old sportsters have an inner primary? I can't tell from the video, although there is a bolt below the battery box which suggests it might.

[@pacificmike9501]

No. The inner primary cover and transmission are all part of the entire crankcase.

[@Alliwantedwasapepsi]

@@pacificmike9501 Could you tap holes into the case?

[@pacificmike9501]

There's not enough material there to work with and welding it is too big a risk, especially with it assembled.

[@davidson2004fatboy]

MIKE, WHEN U LUBRICATE the CLUTCH CABLE ON a TWIN CAM. DOES the LUBRICANT NOT MAKE IT'S WAY DOWN INTO TRANNY CASE and MIX WITH the OIL ? ALWAYS WONDERED ABOUT THIS. ALSO 2 OUNCES SHY IN PRIMARY BY ACCIDENT, 2 TABLESPOONS. DO I NEED TO TOP UP or CAN I LEAVE ALONE. THANKS as ALWAYS Mike🙏

[@pacificmike9501]

Hey, it's on you. Having it up to spec keeps the throwout bearing submerged in oil, which is a very good thing. As for a few drops of oil down the clutch cable into the trans, no harm.

[@davidson2004fatboy]

@@pacificmike9501 🙏🙏THANKS Mike

[@ricardobooker1704]

Looks like the most tedious job now is removing chain grease/dirt from the chrome spoke rim. I down to using carb cleaner. Lol, an exercise in using 2 fingers.

[@pacificmike9501]

I didn't sign up to detail this motorcycle.

[@leathergothstudio1020]

Just at this point on a '78 ironh3ad, thank you for the video, it's brilliant, What did you use instead of the white lithium grease?

[@pacificmike9501]

Probably nothing.

[@SuperOperator4]

At 13:20 , you say you normally use white lithium grease on primary gaskets? Never heard of such a thing...

[@pacificmike9501]

Now you have. Imagine, no leak and easy removal allowing reuse of the gasket.

[@diyfitter7628]

Hi thanks for your channel, I had a look at a 1981 Ironhead Sportster 1000 and its a bit rough around the edges, could you tell me if there if anything in your expertise to look out for with these motors? Thanks John

[@pacificmike9501]

You gotta open 'em up to know much. Four cams, trans in the same case as motor; very expensive rebuild.

[@James-we2gx]

WE ACCEPT YOUR APOLOGY, 👍🙃 GLEN HELEN!

[@pacificmike9501]

Gee Thanx.

[@James-we2gx]

@@pacificmike9501 Your Welcome.

[@Sultan-ym9tq]

Hello. You have a very pleasant voice. Did you vocalize videogames? I think I've heard your voice in one game.

[@pacificmike9501]

Nice compliment. But no, I didn't.

[@Donny.C.wlWilliams]

QUESTION: Why white lithum grease on the primary? Only thing i can think of is just to hold it in place.

[@pacificmike9501]

Try it, you'll like it. It seals up, doesn't harden, neat clean. It's an "old guy" thing. You'll find lots of uses for it. I'm not a chemist. Trust me, it's good stuff.

[@2ndborn186]

"Mildly terrifying"......😂😂😂

[@pacificmike9501]

Yup.

[@glennstatham960]

Mike, you use that paper towel a lot, and you always have a reason for everything you do. Is there a preference for when you use paper and when you use your red shop towels?

[@pacificmike9501]

I try to use paper when I'm going to them dirty quickly and throw them away. Shop towels cost more and I don't launder them.

[@flashgordon2816]

Appears to be XLH = VIN 3A > oil bottle, large battery,,electric start (OEM Delco V reg) ...XLCH =VIN 4A > Rectangular oil tank, small battery, kick start, smaller square V-reg = Bosch(IIRC) Notice a solid state V-reg on bike you're working on...Too bad about the damaged inner primary threads ... OEM screws on primary & cam cover were Philips head on my '74 XLH.....I swapped to Allenhead(AKA sockethead cap screws) ...Spark advance flyweight assembly & very thin diameter points cam bolt with 9/16 hex head(IIRC) was one of the 1st parts to wear out on my XLH...weight plate pin holes = worn to ovals, spring wire & thin points cam bolt snapped... Motorcycle was only a couple years old at the time...Not sure if defective parts or left the factory dry...??? Got in habit of periodically cleaning advance plate, flyweights, points cam flyweight index & apply trace of grease , reset timing, etc.

[@pacificmike9501]

I've used a real good grade of anti sieze on those advance mechanisms for a long time. It really saves them. Don't even see that stuff much anymore. By the way; by the time I see these old Sportsters, everything on them is mix and match.

[@flashgordon2816]

@@pacificmike9501 Mix & match parts for sure...I have an oil cooler on mine that to this day I haven't seen another one like it...Side mount under ignition switch where horn is usually mounted....vertical fins w/ front to back air flow...> Knew a guy way back that would attempt to rebuild damaged flyweights & advance plates...drill out & sleeve the weight holes if they weren't too worn ... Think it was more of an experiment... sure a few worked OK for short term ... >Odd how the only 2 damaged threads on inner primary line up with clutch spring compressor tool.... :-/

[@Seveneleven44]

Glad the mikes are back. Weather has been wild here on the east coast this year as well. Wish us luck mike, I(we) are adventure bike riders, we are doing a 4 day backcountry 502 mile trip thru Pennsylvania, called the PA Wilds-BDR-X. Let’s hope the weather cooperates.

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds great. I certainly wish you the best weather and the best time.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍🙂

[@toddgittins5692]

1974, best year of XLs, in my opinion, for a few reasons. All real XLs shift on the right. HA! Too bad the owner didn't leave it bone stock.

[@pacificmike9501]

She loves it. That makes it fine.

[@toddgittins5692]

@@pacificmike9501 and that's cool. I'll leave it at that.

[@chrisrestifo7010]

Hi Mike!, great learning experience! If i may pick your brain one more time? I have a 76XLH , everything in the primary is new with the exception of the chain itself. Clutches, steels ,ramp, cable. Clutch is adjusted per FSM . My issue is when the bike is cold, first started, it is not liking going into 1st gear, it just grinds? After enough messing around, i can get it into 2nd gear, it will then go into first? I also have a very minor, if there is such a thing, chain slap on the cover, that goes away when hot. My question is if the primary chain is mis- adjusted, how much effect will it have on initial gear engagement? Once the bike is warmed up, everything works properly. Could it be a simple as resetting the chain tension or should i be looking elsewhere? Any insight would be most appreciated!! Love your channel!

[@pacificmike9501]

Why is everything new but the chain? Did you check the chain for tight and loose spots? I'm afraid I couldn't diagnose this without looking inside. Sounds like the clutch isn't releasing properly, like maybe oil on the plates.

[@chrisrestifo7010]

The chain was in good shape, probably replace by the PO. It's a wet clutch, so I hope there is oil on the plates, unless I'm misunderstanding you?

[@pacificmike9501]

Sorry. You are correct. But, it sounds like something is hanging up. Could be a bur somewhere. Could be in the trans. I have not gone very deep into one of those in a long time.

[@chrisrestifo7010]

Thanks again! I did order a new primary chain. Might as well do it while I'm in there investigating. Not going to get any closer. They tell me is you're going to own a Sportster, you better own tools! Seems to be correct?

[@chrisrestifo7010]

I may try to set up a dialog indicator, measure pressure plate travel prior to pulling it apart again. I believe 0 70- 0.80 is a good number?

[@ricardobooker1704]

Mike, I have a 74 FLH Shovel, my carb squirt nozzle is pointing to the rear of manifold squirting fuel directly to the rear cylinder only. I need to turn the squirt nozzle to the center of the manifold. I pulled the bowl and put a socket on the nozzle, but it is tight. I don't want to snap it off. How can I turn this nozzle?

[@pacificmike9501]

Very carefully. You might try soaking it with penetrating oil or even carb cleaner.

[@pacificmike9501]

Then "work it slowly."

[@joeabbott7839]

What are. You using on the clover

[@pacificmike9501]

I don't understand the question. Do you mean the ultra grey sealant?

[@joeabbott7839]

@@pacificmike9501 yes thank you I am 72an still trying to keep up with tips givein out I trying to put evo1340back together all in parts last bike I worked on I was 28

[@tonycurtis6898]

Thank you

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@lastmanstanding1767]

Hey mike. If you read any of the comments here's one for ya. Im looking at a 97 heritage. Well taken care of. I've known the guy for years, but the bike has 72k on it. He's asking $3,500 for it. It rides like a dream. He has paper work from Harley that goes back to 1998. What are your thoughts?

[@stanleyroberts4381]

I'm not Mike,but that's a good deal

[@lastmanstanding1767]

@@stanleyroberts4381 you think an old evo is still good at 72k

[@stanleyroberts4381]

@@lastmanstanding1767 yes I do.

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds good to me. I can't see it or ride it. But, it sounds good to me.

[@dankennedy9423]

@last man standing never go wrong with an evo,endless rebuild,and best motor the motor Co. made in my opinion.

[@davidpriddy9216]

Howdy . With harley making all the changes Would you cover some of the after market harley replacement parts or hole motors . From S&S Titan and Rev tech Harley as we know it is is gone ,Good bad and soso . And what is left is to expensive So to keep our old bikes going looks like after market and swap meets !

[@pacificmike9501]

What has changed? A new Harley has always been about the same price as a mid size chevy. Technology always keeps moving forward. Aftermarket has been saving the day for all of us since the seventies. Depending on what you need, I was buying parts for my old bike from Paughco since about 1969. The aftermarket suppliers grew in the seventies, and when the Evos came out in the eighties, the market got huge, and more companies, producing all kinds of stuff for Harleys, popped up all over. New Harley riders had a bike that didn't require much maintenance, so, they bought goodies. Those parts financed the way for producing reproduction antique parts. Harley quit producing parts for their old bikes many years ago. Why should they make parts for old bikes when they want you to buy a new one? Everything is more available today than ever. And, it's all in your computer. Google "Aftermarket motors for Harley Davidson." Then try any other parts. It's all there.

[@davidpriddy9216]

@@pacificmike9501 Thanks I guess that is where I am at . I dont like any thing computerized

[@pacificmike9501]

It all has its place. Some is cool, some isn't. But, our differences are what makes the world go 'round.

[@bradleyyounger8499]

That's a crying shame.. every old bike that I find people bad mouthing is due to people working on it that shouldn't be

[@pacificmike9501]

Sadly, you are correct. There are no bad Harleys, just some abusers.

[@kennethwcole2879]

A mike mite you being form cal do you remember back in 64 65 67 in southern california long beach my dad had a chop 58 pan riged and it had a 10 foot twisted square crome key stock bayonet frunt in boy how that frunt 20 in weel woad bounce all over the place I woad seat on the tank moma woad lay back in the tall ass packer bars I woad ride with dady not with mom and dad I thought it woad brack and by god it did and dad went down broke his left shoulder and caller bone and a little bit of road rash but back to the point what do you remember about them twisted square crome key stock bayonet frunt ins thanks for all the good videos hookem up mike

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. Back in those days, Dick Allen was building springers in South Bay.

[@Francey4782]

Never nice when bikes are mildly terrifying 😅

[@pacificmike9501]

Yes, just another part of life.

[@MicahBell_1860]

Triple tree says Sportster XLCH

[@pacificmike9501]

CH usually is kickstart only. I believe this bike has had lots of modifications over the years.

[@MicahBell_1860]

Yeah I started thinking about mods after I wrote that@@pacificmike9501 👍👍

[@ricardobooker1704]

I never ment that for you. I'm sorry didn't mean to intrude, was just chatting. Thank you.

[@pacificmike9501]

It's cool. I actually love cleaning my own bikes. I think each person should, because cleaning their own bike keeps them familiar with everything on it. Take care.

[@Kevin_747]

Seems like its an unwritten rule that poor old Ironheads suffer through ham fisted mechanics in their life. My '74 XLH certainly did. Those primary thread holes are boogered up on all of them. I love my Ironhead but its a a maintenance problem child.

[@pacificmike9501]

I get it. They really got abused.

[@tommydemis9094]

What? No white lithium grease? LOL : )

[@pacificmike9501]

Bearing grease a little stickier. Right stuff for the job.

[@rickwaldron4255]

I can tell you the reason why becsuse the older the harley the better they are built so a newer harley is not a good idea in the long run my 72 holds its value way better than a newer model

[@pacificmike9501]

I think whatever I love matters most.

[@jackienelson5804]

Thanks Mike another Jeff I show take care LEMAY

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@lousassles8558]

Thanks Mike,,more ironhead videos

[@pacificmike9501]

It's a rare occasion actually. I try to just work on my own bikes. I don't have a Sportster. Glad you like it.

[@jackienelson5804]

Camera man mike hope things are getting better for the bothe of you spring will come and then summer hope you got out and took in some sunshine LEMAY

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks and a good time to you.