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@@h3ad_tr9p Sounds like you’re making headway! I’d probably try letting the vinegar sit in a few days. I’ve never tried cleaning one with a flexible drill brush, but it sounds promising as well. I look at it this way… you have nothing to lose! I’m always looking at buying new tanks, but try all this cleaning 1st. I really thought those last tanks would not clean out, they had been sitting in a garage in Pennsylvania for over 30 years. I was already on the JP Cycle site with tanks in my cart, just in case. But luckily again, the process worked!! I’ll keep my fingers crossed & say a Hail Mary or two for you!! Good luck!!

@ yeah unfortunately I didn’t look at the size of the brush lol little bit bigger than the inlet for the gas. So I grabbed more vinegar. Oh well it’s cheap and definitely effective and cleaned up my old bolts 🤣 been sticking the bolts on my Harley in it knocking out two birds with one stone.

@@lisazannit7601 Thanks Cuz, did you take a spin on your Broom last night??🤪

I personally never had any problems from using baking soda. I do know of & have read that many people use baking soda for all types of gently cleaning. Remember, you really only using it to neutralize/rinse the inside of the tank. What ever residue of it that gets on the outside of the tank, you should be able to wash off with soap and water. As always, take your time while cleaning! I’m not a professional shop, but I’ve used this process for many years with great results and zero issues, just trying to help others who want to do it themselves! Thanks so much for your kind words & checking out my channel! Good luck & ride safe!!! Springer

Np I'll just have to get brave and do it thanks again for the info how much baking soda roughly would you use for a tank ?

@@Bernard-l8j usually around 2 cups of baking soda, mix it with a couple gallons of distilled water 1 st before pouring into tanks. Also, I forgot, you can always go to a paint supplier or if you have any buddies that are painters, they sell/use a type of plastic wrap ( like cellophane) to put on sections of cars and bikes when doing spot repairs. Maybe an option?? Something to consider! Springer

Nice one thanks man

@@jimmytad I like the Illinois side. I’ve been on 100 to Detroit,Illinois, from there you can go NE towards Peoria, or keep going towards Chicago. I also like 94 going west from St Charles, Mo., kind of following the Missouri river, really pretty Wine country. Both really nice day trips. We stay in St. Louis 2-3 times a year, always bringing a bike to hit those rides, always nice!! We met a guy last year that said hwy 61 to St Genevieve is a great day trip too. It’s on the list Thanks for watching my video and checking out my channel!! Ride Safe!!! Springer

Thank you for these details Springer!

@@DirtyLaundryTrueCrime That always puts a damper on things when you have rude people! I’ve never run into any at that store, but we haven’t been there this year at all. We’ve been spoiled with the ones in St. Louis, Pittsburgh, & Greenville SC. Ours in Ocala opened back up, workers are pretty nice, but very little inventory, & definitely no older stuff ( it’s what we mainly look for). Hopefully next time you have a better experience! Thanks so much for watching & checking out my channel! Springer

Don’t be! They are still out there , we’ve picked up 1 here and there, but this was a surprise for sure! I’m not sure who was more excited, me when I found the box with them, or when I surprised my wife with my find! Keep hunting!!

@@ride-it-outtimandtoni232 I didn’t realize that about Hardie board. Thanks so much for watching & checking out my channel!

@@h3ad_tr9p Ahhh, So Sweet!! I’m still pissed at myself, had to chance to buy a 1980 Sturgis about 15 years ago, but I was being a cheap ass & wouldn’t pay what the guy wanted!! ( it was $6000) I’ve never seen another Shovel Sturgis go up for sale in Fla since. I’d luv to see it ( & probably a bunch more TH-cam people), you should definitely think about shooting some videos of it!! Thanks so much for checking out my video & channel! Ride safe!! Springer

@@springersadventures7654 will do! I’ll make some shorts and maybe some lengthier videos on it. It’s the Year after Harley bought back from amf so it’s a special bike for sure has the eagle on the front fender and it’s the black gold and brown paint.

@@h3ad_tr9p That would be cool! I was at Daytona Bike Week in 1982 when Willy G was riding around & promoting the Sturgis , FXR’s , & the company buy back. The Shovelhead FXR is another 1 for the Dream list as well!

@@rolandbrookes7302 Thanks for watching & checking out my channel!! That show is always great, & there are probably more bikes outside the show! It’s actually to big of a show for the space, it’s getting very crowded & hard to check out the bikes. A new show started south of Daytona called “Giuseppe’s Steel City Show “ I did a video on it you might like or if you’re there for bike week I’d recommend going there! Thanks again!! Springer

@@JoseRamirez-rk6si I think it would be a good idea to dump the old gas & rinse out the tank. I would suggest removing & cleaning the Petcock screen. If you really want to be thorough, remove/ clean gas lines & clean out carb bowl. I’d recommend pulling your spark plugs to make sure they didn’t fowl out. Hope this helps out!!! Thanks so much for watching and checking out my channel!!! Springer

You’re welcome!!

@@billmac3911 It’s not just for Salads!!!🤣

@@billmac3911 Thanks so much!! Appreciate you watching my video & checking out my channel! As usual, check eBay for kits, or check with any local small shops, they are usually a wealth of information & may even know others who might have some parts. Where are you located?

@@sjaak2307 I have to tell my Uncle about that, he’s had the bike since the early/mid 70’s. Lord only knows what he has changed. I’m a Harley guy myself, just repeating what he what he told me. I’ll give him a little leeway, he’s in his 80’s & still has it & rides it’s well! Thanks for the update! Also thanks for watching & checking out my channel!! Springer

@@battleelf6523 Thanks for the kind words & for checking out my channel & video. I’ll definitely relay the message to my uncle. I think it’s time for him to take the old BMW out & for me to take my old Shovel out, if I do, I’ll video him riding it down the road. Thanks again!! Springer

@@battleelf6523 Thank you for such kind words! Really appreciate you checking out my channel and video. I’ll definitely relay this comment to my Uncle !! Thanks again!! Springer

@@phil-Fry Us 2!! We were just there the other day, always find some vintage stuff( found some Vintage Brand New Coleman stove & lantern parts, still in sealed bags & boxes, plus some Vintage ERTL die cast tractors ), but vintage clothes are getting fewer and fewer. But if you’re needing clothes yourself or children, you can’t go wrong!! Plenty of Newer brand clothing for the resellers as well! Happy digging!! Springer

@@springersadventures7654 absolutely 💯 I love going there I find so much clothing for resell And I love that it's down the street

@@BreakAwayFromUK I agree, along with greedy developers, local & state officials who just see $ signs!

@@ninehundreddollarluxuryyac5958 Thanks for watching & checking out my channel. What we see is blatantly obvious to me & you, but to all the developers & local/state officials , they just see $$$! It’s terrible that to see this happening. Unfortunately it’s impacting other communities to flooding as well! It Sucks that no one seems willing to step up to stop this over development of the state. , & now there is talk about developing golf/hotel resorts on our state campgrounds. Just Stinks!!!

@@TrevorChenier Thanks so much for watching my video & such kind words! I can suggest a few options. (1) You can put some lint free towels in the tank & flip the tank up and down. Or (2) you can rinse tank again with gas. I personally only fill tanks with gas & run with it. But I must say I’ve only done this process with carbureted bikes and small engines. It will smoke a bit, & you might have to clean/change plugs, but that’s it. I’m pretty old school with my hot rods & Harley’s . I can’t imagine any issues with what little oil is left in the tanks, but I hate like Hell to say it’s full proof. Try it at your own risk! I don’t want you mad with me, so be careful. Sorry I don’t know how to respond 100% to your question because you have an injection & I’ve never gone down that road. Thanks again, Springer

Thank you for watching

@@trealm2357 No worries!! I’m able to drop off all oils, gas, paint, any & all chemicals at our local City/County waste department . I would call yours 1st to see if they have any drop off locations. My local AutoZone & Carquest parts stores also accept oils gas also. Lastly, if you know any small independent repair shops (car, bike, lawnmower) , I’m sure they will take it as well ( maybe charge a small fee??) Hopefully this helps! Thanks for checking out my video & channel!! Springer

@@springersadventures7654 thanks a lot! I’ll call my local stores to see

Thanks so much for watching my video, checking out my channel, & kind words! I didn’t realize Home Depot sold vinegar. I’ve used vinegar as well for killing weeds, maybe grapes are the new Supper Fruit 🤣(easy to eat, good for 🍷, raisins, vinegar, kills weeds…Wow!! Sorry, got a bit off topic!! Thanks again, Ride Safe !! Springer

Hey how long did you leave the 30% in tank for? Overnight or is it too aggressive for that? Thks for any info about to give it a try

@@graphicsequip7863 i personally never used the 30% vinegar, the 1 I used in my video is only 5%. I actually never knew that a 30% existed. If you try the 30%, let me know how it works! Thanks for watching & checking out my channel!! Springer

@@graphicsequip7863 I left in overnight no problem. Probably closer to 3 days, shaking it every time I went passed it.

@@c50ge Thanks I appreciate the reply. gonna give it a go

& I agree 100% with you as well!! I’m glad to hear others agree with me on this subject. I mention it to others in conversation & people say it’s not that bad, Bull$*€t!! It’s costing everyone more money each & every year in insurance & taxes that this goes on! It’s ironic you mention that grass, take a look at the Villages south of Ocala, all St Augustine grass yards ( which takes tons of water & fertilizer to maintain). Florida is definitely changing & not so much for the better!! Thanks so much for watching my video, checking out my channel & commenting!! Springer

Ever wonder what went on before 1969 that let more people move in?

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Thanks Cuz!!! Might need to call you for a raft!😂

I hear you!! Time to start making friends with NOAH, we might need his ark for us & our Bikes!!🤣🤣

@@springersadventures7654 got that right.

Best year to be born. The year of the Dragon!

@@springersadventures7654 that is maybe why I gave my son that name 😂

Welcome aboard!

@@springersadventures7654 can I tell?

@@jeanniesasina2995 I “Could”, but something tells me you’re “Couldn’t”/Wouldn’t drive without A/C ,power steering,power windows, etc etc etc 🤣🤣🤣 , BTW, you are correct… you still are my favorite Auntie!!!✌️❤️

@@HunterHunter93 Thanks so much! A good Twenty footer for sure!🤣, but seriously, it’s hard to tell it’s really Hardie board.

@@springersadventures7654 haha yeah👍cool. Thanks

@@michaelrubbo7467 I’m kind of curious myself. It stays in the garage unless we are out in it, but the Fla sun,heat, & rain is pretty rough on vehicles! If it lasts 6 months I’ll be extremely happy!, I usually wax my stuff about twice a year. I’ll post an update when I do it again, if you try silicon , let me know. Thanks for checking out my channel and video!! Frank

@@edZILLA64 Thanks!! You never know when & where you’ll see my little truck. I’ve been at the flea market a thousand times, camped there during bike week, been to the swap meet, but never to the car show, didn’t know they even had one, learned something new today! ✌️

@@springersadventures7654 i think they do it once a month. First Sat. of every month.

@@edZILLA64 thanks for letting me know!

@@jtnicho1 You’re welcome! Thanks for checking out my channel and video. That place is truly my favorite place in that area!!

@@81Ironmike Thanks so much for checking out my channel and watching my video! It was a bit frustrating for sure, I’ve had success before welding a nut & spinning it out, But not this time! I did order a helicoil kit just in case, & also called a friend of mine who has a machine shop because I thought I’d be removing the head, but alas, it worked out (SoFar!!) Glad you liked my video, Ride Safe!! Frank

@@JeronWhite thanks for watching & checking out my channel. I hope to do a ride along video in it soon!

@@tymobyrne4451 Thank you, I appreciate you checking out my channel & video! Frank

@@VoidData I agree, it’s pretty cool for a roadside attraction to still exist!! & I must admit, the campground was very nice, 100 times better than any other campground we’ve stopped at along I-95 in the past few years!!!

@@jonnysl6560 Thanks Jonny!! If you have a minute or two , check out my playlist on the Shovel. It also was stored away (about 25 years ago!) it’s been a labor of love! Just put some new shoes on it, may take it out for a spin tomorrow for the 4th! ( depending on temperature , it’s been Triple digits here in Florida, not a lot of fun having a hot air hairdryer blowing at ya!) You should post a video or some pics on TH-cam ( let me know if you do) I too always liked to Shovel Wide Glide, that was definitely the start of some factory customs. Thanks again for watching my video & checking out my channel, & such kind words! Ride safe!! Frank

Thanks Cuz!!

That’s way too Funny!! I have Zero knowledge on import cars, I’m an American Steel/Harley guy. But I would drop a some Good American V-8 into 1 just for Shits & Grins!!🤣🤣

Thanks!! But I think Adam has just a tad bit more people watching him!! Thanks for watching!!! Frank

When you go about 10 west of I-95 in South Carolina, I’ve seen it as low as $2.93 for regular!

That’s about same time I was there, I have to say, Willy is going to need a bigger spot, it’s grown to big for his property. It’s very hard to check out all the bikes, they are crammed in there like sardines in a can! I went Wednesday to the Steel City Pizza show, smaller show with some extremely cool bikes! Ride safe, Frank

@springersadventures7654 yeah, I definitely agree with you, he is gonna need a bigger place.

You’re so welcome!! Thanks for such kind words as well!! Thank God someone respects us!🤣🤣 I actually learned that in my shop class while in High School in the 70’s. I had a great teacher, mentor, & later a friend in my life, he taught me & my buddies a lot. I try to pass on whatever I can to whoever wants to listen. Thanks again for checking out my video & channel, Ride Safe!! Frank

& the crazy part is they been sitting for over 20 years, only a few miles from my place. I’ve been by the property a million times, never seen them ( very overgrown & privacy fence)

I tried, the old Harley & the big block El Camino are out the top of the list!

Thanks so much for such fine words & sharing it with your friend!! I truly appreciate you checking out my video & channel!! I wish I could take credit for coming up with the diesel & 2 stroke oil mix, but I actually learned that from my Auto Mechanic teacher in high school ( back in the’70s), he showed me that as I was rebuilding my 55 Chevy. I remember driving it to school 1 day & it was running so rough, it was the class project, we pulled the gas tank out & looked just like the Shovel tank! I glad the stuff I learned 50 years ago still comes in handy today. Thanks again & best of luck to your buddy!! Frank

I used 2 quarts of oil for about 2 1/2 gallons of diesel . It was a concoction my old mechanic teacher showed us back high school many years ago! I’ve used this method on cars, trucks, lawn mowers & motorcycles. I always keep everything full of fuel from there on out . Lots of condensation down here in Florida, it definitely works, I’ve been using this process for about 45 years! Hope it works for you!! Thanks so much for checking out my channel!! Frank

‘69s are cool too!

I really don’t know, I hung out in the parking lot for a while but never met the owner . If you stay tuned , I’ll be doing a long video on a buddy of mine who is finishing a 70 1/2 with a LS motor, it’s super super sweet!

I guess we’re starting show our age!!🤣

Also, stay tuned, I’ll be doing a in-depth video on a buddy of mines 70 1/2 he just finished a ground up restoration! Thanks for checking out my video & channel!