Think it’s time for a motor rebuild? Maybe not. This video explains it all.

In this video I’ll explain when it’s time for a rebuild and when it’s not. And if it is time, we’ll have a look at exactly where the problem is, how to check those two areas, and how to fix them at home. In fact, the entire procedure you’re about to see was done in an old barn using only basic tools
Think it’s time for a motor rebuild? If the thing’s not using oil it’s defiantly NOT rebuild time. This video explains it all.
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[@johnbee209]

Scotty, we love you in Connecticut. A few weeks ago i rode with a friend i had not seen in ten years and while talking i learned he watches you. Then a few days ago i was at a bar talking with a stranger and he also watches you. you're a celebrity !!

[@reedconnell525]

Also from CT, also ride an 1990 EVO Electra glide, and can confirm !

[@scootertrampscotty]

Definitely flattered!

[@johnbee209]

@@reedconnell525 hey, just yesterday on my 89 ultra and my buddy on his 90 ultra, at the Brass Horse , i found out he watches Scotty too

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Scotty you ever give tatro machine a call? That dude, Keenan, is a wizard with the harley motors, and is always on the phone helping people. He has a good channel too. You should get a small tripod scotty to help you film while your workin on your bike man. Take care scotty, hope you get your motor fixed.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Id left my tripod at the other shop.

[@Matt_McMatt]

Thanks for a very informative presentation. I learned a lot about my engine!

[@JeffTucker-j1p]

Man, you really know how to explain things simply for someone that doesn't know how these engines work. Thanks!

[@browngreen933]

Your calm, simple and easy to follow narrative is enjoyable to listen to. 😊

[@wick4954]

great vid I do my own bike work I like how you go through everything

[@gregorychasteen8843]

Looking forward to seeing the Red Rocket out on the road!

[@theisshimer365]

Love it from Michigan city

[@roadtripper5553]

I think it's all good and well. Thank you for your advice. But for me I will just ride this gold wing. Just like I did the other one to a 100000 miles and then buy another 1 for $6000 and ride it for a 100000 miles.

[@scootertrampscotty]

I have a good friend who does that. But hes had his share of breakdowns as well. 4 hour job to change the air filter on an 1800.

[@syyenergy7]

Those paper gaskets are on the rocker boxes too from the factory. Brake clean helps. When I use any metal gasket I always use some Permatex part no. 80065. It's a red spray and works well with the metal gaskets. I use it just in case the metal part has some slight imperfections. It's good stuff. Usually not available in box stores.

[@steventwiddy3402]

Scotty you would be a hell of an auto shop teacher. Lmao ! Why don’t you back off your pushrods and the upper end will come apart a lot easier I work on aircraft and I use acetone a lot, that shit removes about anything, give it a try with the razor blade the next time you do your base gaskets and see if that makes it a little easier I’m going to be at a friends in Maggie valley around Oct 17 and I would love to meet you in person and have you sign my book if your still gonna be in that area then

[@scootertrampscotty]

Those push rods are a real pain in the ass to adjust is why i didnt. I wont me back in that area till spring sometime Steven. looks like ill miss yuh 😔

[@daledahlman9629]

Thanks Scotty you the man,from Kankakee County Illinois

[@hippytrev7452]

lv done couple top end rebuilds on Evo's there so simple & easy to work on..... great Vid mate... cheers from Down Under..

[@JohnSchaffer-m8o]

enjoyed the video scotty, very informative, be looking forward to the next one

[@emeryhvac1023]

Good stuff buddy, I enjoyed this video. Be safe traveling.

[@lenjackson6842]

Great episode Scotty , just an fyi , the make three inch discs for right angle grinders that have scotch britr for the abrasive , they knock those gaskets out within a couple of minutes without damaging the cylinder or the cases ,they like a buck or two apiece...

[@scootertrampscotty]

I was told not to use those. Aluminums soft.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Try searching videos for this job. None i saw had any better solutions.

[@stevewoods293]

Looking forward to part two of top end look forward to seeing you and your adventures 😅😅😅

[@lloydsparling4439]

Great instructional video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@GJM866]

Great video and great information. Thanks for posting!

[@hillbill5448]

now I'm really confused,,,,, 😂,,,, HB

[@dennismiller5233]

Loved it, been into several twin cam engines so I enjoyed this video just trying to see some of the differences. Hope everything goes back together easy, and your able to get back on the road to mexico....get that handled. ..be safe

[@arthurcutaiar9994]

NEVER tell Scotty to be safe, ever. As he says telling someone to be safe really means "BE SCARED". He ain't, dont you be. Live life happy and ruin the plans your CORPORATE MASTERS HAVE FOR YOU!

[@dennismiller5233]

@@arthurcutaiar9994 I been riding for about 40 years so trust me when I say I'm not one damn bit scared and I know scotty isn't either. When I say be safe I mean in everything he's doing.

[@scootertrampscotty]

This was earlier in the springtime. Motor went back together just fine and no longer uses oil 😊

[@scottwiebel5044]

Been waiting to see the shade tree rebuild for us guys that do it ourselves

[@nobodysreview6137]

I remember spending all day removing exhaust gaskets from my 13 SG i put a D&D Exhaust on after the bike had 18k miles. Old Exhaust all rusted on and those exhaust gaskets were a pain to get off so i feel your pain on that project.

[@Elvis20101]

Thank you Scotty, stay well.

[@user-ob2ti5oq9w]

Excellent, thanks Scotty.

[@VagaBumAdventures]

I’ll be riding down in Sayulita in January. Hill Bill (black ultra with orange tourpack, I stayed at camp 5 and we videod at the hill climbs)

[@scootertrampscotty]

Didnt we talk on the phone Bill?

[@scootertrampscotty]

If so, call anytime.

[@DegaDave]

Great video very informative

[@STIFFRIDES]

Great video Sir👊🏻

[@syyenergy7]

I'd trust the blue bike with the simple carb and simple ignition over the red one down in Mexico. Hopefully the red one will get setup simple like the Blue one.

[@scootertrampscotty]

For now im just gonna carry spare injection parts. Take offs of course. Bikes only got 17000 miles on it. Not gonna tear such a new bike apart.

[@syyenergy7]

@@scootertrampscotty That makes sense. As long as you have those uncommon parts with you. It might turn out to be stone-cold reliable.

[@pcontiman]

Great vid Scotty, especially for a backyard mechanic like myself.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Thats all i am too

[@jasonstormoen]

Scotty, great video, and very well explained, brother. I have done this a time or 2 and helped many others do theirs stuff.

[@scootertrampscotty]

So im not alone!!

[@pg981]

'04, '05 Superglides had issues with bad valve seals. Harley's fix , replace the valve seals with the same defective parts. Then they corrected the parts and new part# had an " R" for revision. Glad Iwas under warranty but disappointed for a new bike. Went back to an Evo and don't ride the Twincam much.👍🇺🇸

[@scootertrampscotty]

HDs been doing shit like that for a long time. TCs do perform better but i still love the simplicity of my evo. Maybe stuck in my ways.

[@per4mexbagger541]

Thanks Scotty

[@pqtpat7734]

Film Mexico process

[@spacetruckin6555]

What he said.

[@scootertrampscotty]

What prosses?

[@spacetruckin6555]

@@scootertrampscotty What it takes to get your bike in and out of Mexico legally. Who you have to talk too, how much it costs, how long is it good for. Why you have to run the Blue Mule through one more time. Etc.etc. Great content Scotty! Thank you!

[@johnleppado8742]

Have you ever tried a 3m adhesive eraser wheel? You can find them at any auto parts store.

[@scootertrampscotty]

I was told not to use it Aluminums very soft.

[@vintagecycleguy]

Great video Scotty!

[@cb750k1974]

Bad floods in Asheville......did your buddies survive? Hope all are well.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Hes been out of town the whole time.

[@garyp.1565]

Use 4 ot (0000) steel wool. It won’t dick up the heads my man.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Have u done this on evo base gaskets?

[@syyenergy7]

@@scootertrampscotty Those gaskets are like a petrified rock. They take hours. The razor , WD40 and brake clean is the only way for a DIY person. You know what you're doing. You can trust your own work, when you take your time, more than most expert builders. They aren't going to take as much time as you would, because they are profit orientated. I'd rather do my own work even it takes ten times longer than it's supposed to.

[@Curtis7391-t8q]

Next time you gotta take the gaskets off could you try an angle grinder with a sanding disk?

[@michaelmitchell5909]

That takes way to much material off unevenly. More damage than any good.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Yup

[@Thereaper27123]

what brand of adjustable pushrods do you like best? I have tried s&s quickee pushrods and v-thunder and I had clearance issues with the front cylinder on the exhaust side rubbing against the side of the pushrod in the head . also didn't like cutting the pushrod tubes for the s&s rods.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Ive used a bunch of different ones. Never had trouble with any of them. Got sns now.

[@tgalbraith2395]

One thing that I've seen on not just Evos, but Shovels and Twin Cams is the builder doesn't pay attention to the second compression ring and installs it upside down. They have a slight taper which must be oriented correctly and the function is to scrape oil down the cylinder as the piston travels down. If it's reversed, it scrapes the oil up into the combustion chamber.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Most of those ive ever seen have a mark for top on them.

[@everettcalhoun8197]

@@scootertrampscotty Some don't have marks for the top. His point is a lot of people assume that you have two compression rings and a 3 piece oil ring. That's not the case you have an oil control ring which is the 3 piece ring and the second ring is the oil scraper ring. The only ring that is a compression ring is the top ring. The 3 piece oil control rings are not high tension. They just want to leave a thin film of oil on the cylinder wall for the second ring to remove. There's my two cents. Good luck and later.

[@tgalbraith2395]

@@scootertrampscotty Yep, but you'd be amazed at how many people (including some at the factory) miss those dimples.

[@tombullard6245]

Great video Mr Scott, I'm still watching DMV so you must be talking about the Tramp because I haven't seen anything on him in a while, it's a shame that they mess with people like this.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Spider's Life & Liberty

[@graphicsequip7863]

Acetone won’t work on that gasket?? How many miles to the quart you gettin now?

[@scootertrampscotty]

1 qt about 3000 miles. So far so good.

[@skunktinkle243]

do comments and a like help the algorithm? here ya go …

[@scootertrampscotty]

I believe so

[@syyenergy7]

I never knew that the rings could lose tension due to excessive heat. It makes sense, but I never heard of it before. But , yes that rear cylinder does get hotter. Evos are the best.

[@peted2770]

My M8 started using about a quart every 1500 miles after the engine hit 10K. Its a 2022 114.

[@kevinjohnson5979]

I had the honor of meeting Mr. STS. Today at bikes blues and bbq, rogers, ar. What a great human and biker feeling blessed. Kevin Johnson.

[@southernrebel]

Scotty; Excellent video as usual. Easy to understand and you explain so well!! God Bless safe ridin rubber down

[@jasonhoode7492]

Hey, nice video! Heads up on cleaning gaskets. A piece of hardwood cut on a angle works great. It will not scratch the aluminum, but gives you a good tool to speed up removing burned on gaskets. Thanks again. Ride free!

[@wills_sense_of_freedom]

Scotty, great video. I enjoy all your content. But these videos you do about mechanics and maintaining your bike . I, for one , get a lot out of them. Thanks brother, continue living free

[@michaelpatterson6678]

Good one Scotty. Thanks. You’re a great teacher.

[@BigSmittyRiding]

Good video and good explanation Scotty!

[@motocampphoenix1708]

Good schooling us. Thanks man👍

[@rossfenneken]

One good thing about the twin cam is they went to an O ring for the base gaskets.

[@joeprewitt2539]

Cool video, I needed my scooter video fix.

[@BrentWall-t9o]

Thanks buddy 🇨🇦👌🇨🇦

[@lonewolvesonwheels]

Who’s channel got taken down

[@scootertrampscotty]

Spider's Life & Liberty

[@robertmacdonald2735]

Hey Scotty....love your channel and perspective....question...does Mexico have premium gas....I am thinking of going to Cabo on my 07 Dyna which runs on prem?

[@scootertrampscotty]

Yup. No ethanol.

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

Great vid tx 👍🏼✌🏼

[@spacetruckin6555]

ROY salutes you!

[@earlmarsh2285]

👍👍 Lots good Info 👍👍

[@jamesconn7311]

Thank Ya Sir !! enjoyed it , very informative !! have checked oddy see !! Thanks

[@scootertrampscotty]

Maybe try searching controled oposition over there. Or white replacment, or zi0nest, or anything else over there. I think youll be surprised.

[@timothybewley7194]

Thank you.

[@thewanderin_rider]

“If it ain’t broke why ‘fix’ it”…….until it actually needs to be. I’ve also never understood the mentality, which seems to me to be largely a generational thing, of what constitutes a high mileage and why that should be a problem, even though an engine is running fine! 🤷‍♂️ So many times I’ve heard people say, ‘ooh that’s got some miles on it’ , at 30, 40 thousand. No it hasn’t. If you’ve abused it and never even changed the oil, it’s going to be trouble. Look after the basics. I’m waffling on now, but years and years ago I had a ‘77 Goldwing with, around 90,000 on it even then. It developed a silly gear change fault involving a simple spring in the end but which unbelievably was an engine out job. I gave it to my local guy to do and told him whilst it was out, he may as well split it and have a good look. Makes sense to put things right. There was nothing wrong with it. Everything spotless and within tolerance. Well, that’s Honda for you I guess, but it proves a point. It was a simple fix in the end and that engine would go on and on. High mileage my arse 😄

[@syyenergy7]

The one exception to that rule is the Evo lifters. Change them before that break. Or those twin cam shoes. I don't put in enough miles to do much work on bike now. I just take local trips, usually under a 100 miles. I started using that expensive Amsoil. maybe that might extend the life of everything.

[@DieselFitter]

A carbide scraper would probably help. You can get them from lisle tools.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Look at the vids about it. Theres no other way than lots of elbow grease for these gaskets. If u can come up with a solution youve actually tried im all ears 😊

[@FreeSoulsmc]

Great job explaining everything on the internal combustion engine you are a true legend Scotty. Oh hey we have a mutual friend Spider down Tn. He was who helped me find your channel. They screwed his channel up because he said something politically incorrect well to them anyway who do you love content Scotty? Keep up the great work Spider before I do tell him I said hello. Bear

[@scootertrampscotty]

I intend to visit him in the spring Bear 😊

[@MotorheadRedo]

Good Video. Why can't you use an angle grinder and Scotch bright pads to help with removing the gasket material on the cylinders?

[@scootertrampscotty]

Aluminiums way to soft. I know of no other way than elbow grease.

[@alkempton1512]

Thanks

[@jakejames1977]

Must have done the top end rebuild earlier this summer huh? Still in Sturgis? Weathers been great . I will be there on Monday probably camp at 5 for a week or so. On my way back east.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Yup. Did this befor Sturges. Not there anymore either. Have to catch up another time.

[@tomtribby2309]

Great video Scotty, but maybe you could explain how to prevent slobbering out of the breathers for me. Btw you are a very talented teacher.

[@scootertrampscotty]

A little slobberings normal. Only excessive isnt. If the air filter has a hose on it u can simply run it to the ground.

[@garyp.1565]

Yes sir

[@jodiehighroller9820]

Dude reminds me of bill paxton mixed with Billy lane 😂

[@scootertrampscotty]

Not heard of bill paxton.

[@helloimjeffjones]

You can also use a sand blaster to remove those gaskets, just make sure you use brake clean clean and blow compressed air through the cylinders after to clean the out

[@scootertrampscotty]

I was told not to because it roughs up the aluminum. But what do i know really. Im not a real mechanic.

[@timmaxim2120]

like the video but didn't see anything about the valves guide seals?

[@scootertrampscotty]

Part 2 will be all about the heads. Workin on it now.

[@MichaelWindels-jc8hf]

New motor,i bet your not a happy camper scotty its only money..by god.

[@scootertrampscotty]

I got the motor for cheap. I think somebody might have overheated it really bad. Not using oil now.

[@bradleyyounger8499]

Damn! Cant believe that new engine is burning oil.. it looked damn near new

[@scootertrampscotty]

It is. And i got it for cheap. This is probably why. It ended up looking to me like someone may have overheated it really bad at some point. Not using oil now.

[@richardbeucler6425]

Did you forget to show us how to check the valve guides?😊

[@scootertrampscotty]

Nevt vid. Pt-2 will be all about the heads 😊

[@haroldbartleson2239]

A Another great video Scotty I like too know what Type of oil U run

[@scootertrampscotty]

Lucas synthetic 50wt if its available. Just because my motors quiater with thicker oil. Synthetics are so thin. Klotz 20/50 is as thick as dinosaur oil but its hard to get. But i dont think it really matters that much. Different guys like different oil.

[@levialston518]

Wouldn't it be better to just buy new jugs and have a shop do the head work

[@scootertrampscotty]

Depends how much u wanna spend, if the top end actually needs it, and if the bikes worth all that money. This job cost me $305 and woulda been $200 if i hadnt replaced the studs. Shop top end rebuild? $3000.

[@stevedunn3734]

Awesome vid Scotty. Writing down some notes incase ya vids get pulled again. I encourage ya fans to head over O& R. Drop these pricks, they're slamming all free speech channels as the no balls lists ramp up the game. My 1200 anniversary is handling the full dresser lifestyle so far Scotty. Got 55 on the clock, so aways to go before a top end l hope. Would appreciate if you could let me know of a path to getting an autographed copy of Josies Journal. All the best from little Utah Alexandra New Zealand. 🇳🇿 Stay free!

[@scootertrampscotty]

I just dont know how to get u an autographed copy Steve 😔

[@scootertrampscotty]

Also, 90% of the people absolutly refuse free speech. This is suicide. The people are the real problem!

[@BamaTraveller]

About to do this very thing with my 99 FXSTS. Good timing

[@scootertrampscotty]

Part 2 will be all about the heads.

[@BamaTraveller]

@@scootertrampscotty look forward to it

[@peterrestaino7047]

Even if all seems good with no oil consumpion You still have to worry about worn lifters and side to side play on the connecting rod big ends wich could move over so much that it catches a piece of the crank case and brakes it.Learned that from dragon man

[@scootertrampscotty]

Lifters yes. But bottom ends very seldom have problems. Generally good for 200 or 300k. In pt-2 of this vid i check the conecting rods while im in there.

[@peterrestaino7047]

@@scootertrampscotty ok waiting for the show. I have a 1990 FLHS with 51,000 miles all by me and still going strong

[@Timeline916]

What happened to your new bike ?

[@mattheighman7210]

nothing.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Wont be riding that till next year. Like my old one best anyway.

[@benderbender1233]

✌😎✌

[@jodiehighroller9820]

Scott man I got a 03 sportster and it leaks out rear cylinder breather bolts intermittently what in the heck could that be.

[@scootertrampscotty]

If it blows oil after its been sitting a while thats pretty normal. Oil runs from the tank past the check valve thats supposed to stop it and into the crank. If thats it its no big deal.

[@jodiehighroller9820]

@@scootertrampscottyit starts after riding for 20 mins. Umbrella valves seal?

[@jodiehighroller9820]

@@scootertrampscottyor replace check valve

[@christmilesis7077]

Scotty, great content in this and actually all your videos. Can't imagine why You Tube (Google) would want to remove your channel. I'm wondering if it could be because of your use of profanity?

[@scootertrampscotty]

Nope. In 1983 we had 40 independent news stations. Now 6 globalist billionaires own all the mainstream worldwide. To offer news on that you have to work for them. Thats right, all the Tuckers, Russell, Alex, and especually Rogans, etc work directly for "them". If u look up Controlled Opposition on free speech channels youll learn all about this. So, if u tell actually important truths or solutions on mainstrean (which i did) theyll take your ass down.

[@scootertrampscotty]

Theyre counting on the hard fact that Americans will absolutely refuse free speech, the First Amendment, which they do. If all knew the truth wed have beaten this thing already.