Step 8 Installing Float and Needle Valve In the Harley Panhead Linkert

[@Kevscancave]

Great refresher thanks Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@c79891]

Step by step, slow & steady and calm & cool...something learned over the years. EXCELLENT video. It will sure help me with my Winter project in teh cold, dep snow couny of New York State. Thank you !

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy your build.

[@dellyddon1038]

Thanks Mike, like the fact you had to adjust so many times, it's a good way for Linkert challenged folks to remember it

[@pacificmike9501]

You bet

[@2000tc88]

What I like the most about simple things like this Mike is, I could probably watch the video of you doing this and then do a similar carby of my own at the same time using this as step by step instructions. Thank you so much for all the details. 👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool, thanks

[@Kevscancave]

Couldn’t have said it better! 👍😎👍

[@fenrizwulf6682]

That's a tedious process. I'm glad you showed us that you have to do it over and over until it's right, instead of just showing it perfect the first time.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ronetuley]

We need start calling you DR. Mike, you have the patience of a surgeon. Great video Mike. Looking forward to your next video. Ride safe my friend.

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow, thanks. You too.

[@gilpavon5257]

Is never boring to watch your videos and to hear you Mike, is actually inspiring and relaxing. Nice shirt by the way.

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow, thanks!

[@terrywalsh2349]

Nice to see the evolution of float medium over the yrs Mike !

[@pacificmike9501]

Materials are available now that are just amazing.

[@jcvarlez7892]

Thank you Mike for this video. I changed the float on my 1960 Panhead without having the instructions by setting it at random, necessarily it was difficult to start ... ;) Jean-Claude from France

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it helped

[@dalerobertreid1318]

Mike you have the patience of Jobe enjoy each and every video teacher to all

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369]

Howdy Mike, Float Setting what I am prone to call: "the ARGUE" ... 1st too HIGH striving for the " 3-Bears " setting = just "RIGHT" Thanks for taking us along for the Reassembly COOP ...............................................

[@pacificmike9501]

The "Three Bears" had it down.

[@2ndborn186]

First thing in the morning with my coffee....a Pacific Mike vid. Very cool. Hey, sent you a letter. Should be there very soon. Please look for it.

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool. I'll check with the folks at the shop on Tuesday when they open.

[@LonesomeNomad137]

Someone else is getting a soft spot for the PanHead and cheering for its resurrection.

[@pacificmike9501]

Yes, giving attention and seeing the patient respond well is always good.

[@LonesomeNomad137]

@@pacificmike9501 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@pacificmike9501]

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[@LonesomeNomad137]

@@pacificmike9501 what language is that

[@pacificmike9501]

Sorry, it was another guys' comment. I don't remember what it was, but Google translated it for me. He said something nice. You cut and paste it on Google Translate, and it immediately translates it.

[@jdcastillocastillo3492]

once again Pacific Mike you do not disappoint,always check with you when I have any doubt and you show the way .keep up the great work, thank you.

[@pacificmike9501]

I appreciate that. Thank You very much.

[@t.t.kelsey7132]

Just as cool as the center seeds in a cucumber....thats Mike😎

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@stanleyroberts4381]

Never boring, I never knew it needed to be adjusted off of the float. Always turned it upside down and bent it to level ,or just below level. Thanks for explaining it the correct way.

[@pacificmike9501]

Right on

[@1masterfly1]

Always, always good stuff man. The best lesson in wrenching is that virtue of patience. Knowing what you're doing can really aid the patience though. Thanks for your willingness to prepare our patience with your time true knowledge and experience. It amazes me the things I continue to find myself learning from your videos.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You

[@richardhuber9997]

Nice to see you using the linkert on that old Pan. In retrospect I think the worst thing I did to my pan was trash the Linkert and put a Mikuni on it . That of course was before the new style Mikuni. Back in the 70s.

[@pacificmike9501]

That was pretty common. They were very misunderstood.

[@Mr39knuck]

Rubber Duckie I am awfully fond of you. Thank you Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

You funny. But, thank you.

[@arthurleino]

Always enjoy your videos. Being a retired A&P mechanic, I understand the use of white lithium grease. Used it certain o rings.

[@pacificmike9501]

You bet. And I'll bet I could learn a lot from you.

[@kjellblomstrand2497]

Hello from Sweden on this sunny day😎. I enjoy the way u do things over and over again until u get it right🙂. It is a beautiful carb to just look at👍. I hope that u start it up so we can hear how it runs. Take care. Have a nice day. Kjell Blomstrand 🇸🇪.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you! 😃 We'll show that.

[@Chris-xu6wy]

yep that white lithium grease i use to quiet down my garage door squeaking. works well cheers

[@pacificmike9501]

Good to know!

[@aleinhunter9927]

Hi mike from Mt.Carroll Illinois. Thanks for videos.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@dielauwen]

White litium grease is wonderfull stuff. Always have it near when fixing anything mechanical.

[@pacificmike9501]

Yup.

[@قناةاللؤلؤة-س6ي]

Amazing as always!! 😍😍😍😍

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you!! 😊

[@ohiobob926]

Wonderful video. Thank you for taking the time to put it together.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@vernegibb621]

You always get it right the last time you do it.

[@pacificmike9501]

I'll have to think about that.

[@hack2it]

Another great video Mike! You are never boring, very informative. Really wish you was my mechanic for my Harley. Selling it right now here.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks 👍

[@leetownsend46]

Looking forward to seeing her in on big piece ps you ain't ever boring thanks Mike

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@bytorz]

I've been researching setting the float and I found a comment from someone who rebuild Linkerts. He echos the same thing you said, you need patients. "Could take 5 minutes or 5 hours".

[@pacificmike9501]

Amen.

[@dray1842]

Thanks

[@pacificmike9501]

You are quite welcome.

[@birsob]

Really enjoying this series on the panhead! Cannot wait for the first start up!

[@pacificmike9501]

Coming soon. Thank You

[@MrMiketheparr]

Awesome Mike . I enjoy your videos .

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like them!

[@dscott501]

Only in the last few years have I learned this kind of patience. I’m not sure if it’s due to age, or maybe it’s because I ride (and work on) a shovelhead.

[@pacificmike9501]

All of the above. I love Hollister.

[@billvandyne4685]

Another great lesson, Professor--thank you!

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you liked it!

[@JW...-oj5iw]

When I don't have enough fingers, sometimes a dab of white lithium grease, AKA white lith, will assist in keeping small loose parts together during assembly. A small blast of brake cleaner gets rid of any excess. Most people don't understand why a tiny bit of debris in the needle and seat does such a thorough job of flooding the carburetor. When the foreign object gets in the valve, the fuel getting past increases the float pressure against the needle, wedging the object even tighter. The quick fix is to drain the float bowl, allowing the float to drop the needle out of the seat. Letting some fuel through washes out the offending particle(s). It's usually effective. Of course, if the tip of the needle is shot, all the flushing in the world can't fix it. Just a couple thoughts. Be well all.

[@pacificmike9501]

Well said. Thank You

[@stevewehner9540]

Nice job Mike. I remember the bronze floats that had the lever soldered on them, I worked with one for about an hour once and the owner asked why I couldn't have done it quicker.

[@flashgordon2816]

Cool trick on the hollow stamped sheet metal floats = if you found a pinhole or split causing loss of buoyancy one could carefully use solder to repair it

[@pacificmike9501]

Tell them to try it.

[@pacificmike9501]

I have done it. Modern technology has brought new floats. Now I'm trying them.

[@flashgordon2816]

@@pacificmike9501 a delicate task for sure... Done them on different carb of similar design & old fuel send unit floats that were made from "unobtainium"...

[@flashgordon2816]

@@pacificmike9501 I would do same these days as replacement parts would be in hand before the fuel vapor in float would evaporate to safe enough level to solder...i.e. small torch,plumber solder.LOTS of flux & most of all patience with trial & error method...

[@darrell3368]

Hello from South Georgia Mike how is everything going for you great to see you again thank for the shows and Gods blessings for you and all your family

[@pacificmike9501]

Hello and thank you.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👋🙂

[@darrell3368]

@@cameramanmike2072 great job Camera man thanks for sharing

[@elsdp-4560]

Thank you for sharing. FAN-tastic.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnhackley1626]

Remember when we all were on the brass float kick and you could get 103 octane gas that was wine red? I just threw away 3 of them, they sink like a rock in today's gas, the ones that don't leak. Frustration and repetition can be overcome occasionally with a little well placed, dignified screaming and yelling. But it's just a band aid.

[@pacificmike9501]

But John, You're fun to watch.

[@garystratton4125]

educational & interesting ... good stuff once again.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You

[@CaptainFeathersword]

Mike I have NEVER seen you get truly upset during a video....that is why you are good at this.....and I am not!

[@pacificmike9501]

You just decide not to. That's all. With some people, it's part of the program. I prefer enjoying it.

[@ralphtieleman4950]

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

[@pacificmike9501]

All's well. Wishing you the same. Thank You.

[@GodInTheMachine]

Sharp Dressed Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

A new shirt did all that? Maybe I should try a tux for the videos.

[@tonycurtis4427]

Thank you

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@jimmyp6443]

I lap needle and seat in with toothpaste ,I prefer the round body needles ,fuel reacts better with a heaver needle ,yes mike words from a old man . Excellent assembly take notes kids

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I appreciate that.

[@vk7408]

great stuff...can you expand on the benefits of using white lithium grease next one? Don't worry about recommending products. If its well made, say it, if its crap say it. If they gave it to you for free/sponsor tell us. We're smart enough to understand the differences. Thanks

[@pacificmike9501]

I go over it all the time. Seals really well, doesn't contaminate. Stays well between surfaces under pressure. Great for carburetors, oil pumps. Old method. Worked then, works now.

[@vk7408]

@@pacificmike9501 thank you very much!

[@pacificmike9501]

You bet.

[@lionelscott5839]

I have used a ball bearing bigger than the needle seat hole to correct the seat shape. I do this by striking the ball a sharp blow with a hammer. I then lap the steel needle into the seat until it will hold a vacuum with gas on the seat., have had to do this on a new needle and seat.

[@pacificmike9501]

Yep. It takes practice though. Sounds like you're good at it.

[@Shovel1978]

Can you please expand on the white lithium grease, and why you prefer it?

[@pacificmike9501]

It stays there. It doesn't hurt anything. It seals beautifully.

[@edwin2234]

Argh...I watched the video again at the end you explained what happenes if the float or needle gets hung up. Back to pulling the bowl for inspection.

[@pacificmike9501]

Okay.

[@edwin2234]

I installed a new rubber duck float. I got the bike started and it sounded sweet except It ran out of gas. When I went to add gas there was gas leaking out the port by the right side adjustment screw. Would this mean I set the float to high? I aimed for a 1/4" and it was right there but maybe it's still too high? I love your videos, they are very helpful.

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds like the float is hanging up, keeping the needle from seating.

[@andywander]

Hey, Mike, in my experience you sometimes need to be careful that the float doesn't hang up on the stem of the carburetor, in addition to possibly hanging up on the bowl.

[@pacificmike9501]

Good point.

[@kangaryaofficial1740]

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[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you. And my best to you.

[@timmix331]

👍🖖

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@williamalley4976]

I like boring I can't wait for your Paint drying video!! LOL LOL

[@pacificmike9501]

We gather and watch paint drying.

[@TheUnderdoggie1947]

Yes one needs patients when adjusting the level and you have it. I also noticed you looked slicked up, you going to Church?

[@pacificmike9501]

Just got back from a museum "open house" with my buddy Fred. Cameraman Mike was available and I had the float. So, we did a video.

[@manuelrivera6873]

I am curious if bending the plate that is screwed into the float just too risky to bend it while attached to the float. I believe that you did bend it while it was fully assembled. I wonder if the original float that Harley used was a hollow float that may have been prone to damage if the adjustment needed to be done. I remember dealing with a certain manufacturer that had a problem with their floats absorbing fuel ended up getting heavier and so it no longer was able to stay lighter than the fuel it displaced. I know you will get it right!

[@pacificmike9501]

The original floats were cork. I always have to recommend removing the float from the fork. Or, be very careful. The floats are all very fragile.

[@kurtruppenthal9506]

Good video! New clothes, Mike? Hahahaha

[@pacificmike9501]

So, I put on a new shirt to go to a museum. I didn't think I was too offensive before.

[@vernegibb621]

L.C 👍

[@pacificmike9501]

She's getting there.

[@miguelsaavedra836]

Un saludo desde CD de México,estoy armando un carburador igual,y no lo puedo carburar.

[@pacificmike9501]

Stick with it. You'll get it done.

[@louisflege3741]

My dad always said "The devil is in the details". He was also very particular about doing things properly and referencing the manuals, they have a purpose. I did have a question for you. I could Google it, but I prefer your input on it. Were linker carbs used on shovelhead bikes? Or are there adapter setups to use for them? Not that I'm looking to change from s&s, just curious. Great video regarding patience. ✌ Louis

[@pacificmike9501]

The "DC" series "Pot Metal" Linkerts were used on the early Shovelheads. I believe they were used for 66 and 67 only. Early Sportsters used them too. They were smaller and looked like the S&S "L" series carburetors, although the S&S was a much larger carburetor. I've always figured a Shovelhead required a large carburetor.

[@loddude5706]

Ah, the art of mechanical feeding, & teaching them how to sip, for dinner in balls is bad for the walls & washeth away the slip, nor does it really burn well, too wet, too rich & too messy, but running them lean is equally mean, in Canada, Rome or Crecy. For their diet supply is best constant, with the cutlery so bent to suit, for that level of lip doth suiteth their sip, allowing thy motor to scoot. ('The Linkert Concentric' eh? Has anyone 'got home' by whittling down a wooden curtain ring to fit one of these? : )

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow! You are certainly up to your awesome standard. Thank You

[@cameramanmike2072]

❤️💯❗😊

[@donaldwiegand7316]

what do you think of the aftermarket v-twin linkert carburetor ,as a replace one ?

[@pacificmike9501]

I've not tried one.

[@reaperct3454]

This where you get mad and trow something when you have to keep fixing the float

[@pacificmike9501]

Lemme be cool. It's no big deal, just time consuming.

[@reaperct3454]

@@pacificmike9501 yeah man I was just Missing with you

[@pacificmike9501]

I knew that and I appreciate it.

[@edpazikas8777]

Hi Mike, do you use any Loctite to secure the screw in the float? Thank you.

[@pacificmike9501]

No. But a good hardening sealant on the head to keep it from turning is good. It's in the video.

[@pacificmike9501]

Sorry Ed. Go to "videos" on our KZbin Homepage. Click on "videos" and look for "Step 9, finishing the Linkert Panhead carburetor."

[@mpista7182]

PS A tube of white lithium grease is always on my bench and one of my "best friends" lol I won't say how old I am

[@pacificmike9501]

You don't have to. I can guess.

[@thekid4698]

I found not to use cork as it aged it will soak up fuel and won't float big problems I found a float is made of solid material

[@pacificmike9501]

Yep, me too.

[@kellycroad4313]

I always have white lithium grease in the garage.

[@pacificmike9501]

Good stuff.

[@aw738]

If the white lithium grease works for you than use it.

[@pacificmike9501]

Yep.

[@ndeep45]

Rubber Ducky floats are the best it's OK. You waste your time with any of the other ones.. they swell up and stick. Maybe should replace the needle and seat

[@pacificmike9501]

Needle and seat are good. Good working one is good.

[@mikepainchaud2236]

Do you have a cousin named Phillip?

[@pacificmike9501]

Not to my knowledge.

[@mikepainchaud2236]

@@pacificmike9501 You look a lot like my dads cousin and they haven't been in contact in about 10 years so I figured I would ask. Like the vid.

[@pacificmike9501]

Nice thought, but, no, sorry.

[@ericfehlhaber2012]

Plug

[@pacificmike9501]

Okay. "Threaded Plug," maybe "Float pin support." I'm sure you're right though. When speaking on camera, my mind has a tendency to forget words and terms. Thank You

[@ericfehlhaber2012]

👍 All good Mike keep up the great work.

[@michaelyarmie4858]

If first you don't succeed try and try again.

[@pacificmike9501]

That's it.

[@TheLowridercityrockers]

Unless you’re a skydiver

[@stanleyroberts4381]

Never boring, I never knew it needed to be adjusted off of the float. Always turned it upside down and bent it to level ,or just below level. Thanks for explaining it the correct way.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad it helped

[@helene4life]

Thank you.

[@pacificmike9501]

I hope this helped you.

[@helene4life]

@@pacificmike9501 Yes, big time, thanks!