your videos are not only educational but entertaining. As a previous person said you are not not a chatty kathy. Thanks have learned a lot watching you.
You are the best explainer I´ve ever heard, all the others are speedchatting. And you show all moments in a job, speaks calmly. Learned a lot from your videos. Thank you very much ... you are the Best ... reg Chris
Hello Mike, Being a fan of old bikes and you I feel at home in your shop so Thank You for taking us along. If I have to roll my 47 Indian off the bench to work on a "modern" bike I cringe. As age has caught up to me I went to clear pitchers with gradient markings! I transfer all fluids to these pitchers before adding to my older bikes as well. Just an idea that has helped me keep a bit neater and definitely sure of the amounts of fluids I do add. You are in my prayers Hoka Hey
Thank You. I think I'll make that "adjustment" to my habits. And, thanx for coming along. I do appreciate you. I miss my Indian. I had a 52 Chief. 80 inch, and it didn't have the Bonneville cams when I got it, but I found and installed them. Hollow muffler and big trans sprocket. It was a high speed traveler.
How funny, Yesterday I changed the oil, primary, trans, and filter on my buddies Heritage. That Dyna looked easier than his Heritage. Finding the trans plug between the shocks underneath was tight. A few years ago I had another buddy show me how he uses tin foil molded around the bottom of the old oil filter making it like a trough to catch the old oil running out. I have been doing it that way for a few years now, I like it!... That was a fun video....Thanks Mike.
Superb yet again Mike , so interesting watching you work and no nonsense involved . Straight to the point . Thank you so much for passing on your knowledge
I have a Softail, but much the same procedures. I do let the oil just run everywhere and clean up after. One difference is that I use a Scavenger puck to remove all the old oil from the engine, and I have used High Performance Mineral Diesel oil from the first service. After 226,000 kms (over 140,000 miles) my 2006 FXSTBi Night Train is still going strong and the motor has never been apart. Love your videos, similar to a guy I follow that builds electric guitars, you have a style. I'd probably watch a video of you painting a barn haha!
Thank you for doing twin cam work!.... I'll be doing this exact job this spring on my 03 cvo road king.... Love your channel Mike, i always thumbs up before i even watch a minute cause i know its gonna be good content i like!....take care man...
Mike when I do the fluid change I use a plastic measuring cup with al of the measurements. I got it years ago from the Tire Shop where I get tires. Oh a 2 liter soda bottle with bottom cut off is good to use when removing the oil filter, the extension fits nicely in the top..
I do purge the system for my customers as a value added service. Does it really matter, I believe so, just my opinion though. As for the never ending discussion on which fluid in which hole, I always respond with CLEAN. Love the vids Mike.
My name is Ron I appreciate your video on changing the three holes on the Dyna because I also have a 2013 Dyna custom super Glyde and I would like to learn how to work on my bike there is a lot of the videos out there is on the street Glyde a d the newer bagers so I appreciate your video on changing the three holes thank you for showing me where the the dran plugs are. On the Dana I hope that I can learn more about how to ser ice my Dina Custom Supper Glyde from you looking forward to viewing more videos on the Dyna thank you very much because videos on Dynas are far and few in between thanks. From Ron in San José Ca. Thanks .
Certainly. I try to explain this regularly. I am retired. Generally I'm doing what I planned, just playing with my own toys. Cameraman Mike has a Dyna, so I do some to it. Joh around the corner has a Dyna. He does most of his own work, but occasionally needs a hand. That's really how it comes up. There will be more.
good stuff on the oil filter. When I got my new to me twin cam, it had the evidence of sloppy filter changes. the front and underside is covered in oily road spackle. Its a bit cold for a serious degreasing, this spring it will get a thorough cleaning. And the oil filter required some serious grunting to get it off, and then the seal tore completely loose when it did come loose. Gents and ladies - hand tight plys maaaaybe a smidge if you are worried + 1/8 - 1/4 turn - no more. its not going anywhere. Ive also never filled the filter on any bike. if you think it through, its just a ritual to make yourself feel better. the oil in the filter isnt going anywhere until there is pressure enough to move it. the only thing you save is a second or two as the filter comes to capacity. On a change, there should be plenty of oil in the bearings, etc to handle the few moments it takes to fill the galleys. That said, it doesnt do any harm to fill the filter, so have at it! heh - oil or grease or dry seal on the filter. The one thing that is certain, never dry. This is a great example of considering the purpose of the action. Which is to ensure the seal is intact, flush and not creased or torn. Whether you use grease, motor oil, or vegetable oil - it doesnt matter as long as the seal is lubricated for its fit. Ive never seen a hand-tight filter come loose and leak. But I hyave seen a torn or creased seal leak. Thanks Mike for the calm instruction! even if Im familiar with the process its always good to observe how someone else goes about things.
I enjoy all your videos Mike. Funny watching the cardboard trick as I've done it myself, but want to give the option of a thing called "Form-A-Funnel". They're not cheap, but last forever and you can buy them on Amazon.
I had a friend that was my good riding buddy and since he was older and wrenching bikes longer than me, I used to defer to a lot of his experience. I used to ask him how tight something should be. And for some things like an oil filter, he would say: "we're gonna use German torque on it". He was German after all, so he had me confused. What's German torque? I bit... He'd say, like I was ignorant, "gudentite"! with a German accent. "We're just gonna make it good and tight"! "Butch" was quite a character. Funny as you can get. Always had an anecdote of some kind. He was a tank and heavy track and wheeled equipment mechanic in Vietnam. He succumbed to Agent Orange complications a few years ago. RIP, brother Butch... See ya on the other side.
Cheers Mike. 👍 I usually have to disconnect the shifter rod, to be able to remove the oil filter. But you did it without doing such. Haha. I’ll try that on my Dyna.... Wonder if it will work with my Streetglide also. Hmmm 🤔
I slide a thick rag on top of a plastic bag right under the filter. Pull the filter and the excess oil soaks into the rag but is contained by the bag. Then just wrap it up and toss it. Clean as a whistle.
Getting ready to change my fluids on my 08 FXDC(first time doing at home)you answered so many questions with this video(such as where do I add primary fluid, how much,and do I need a new gasket), are fluids for each area different,which plug drains what?
I punch a hole in the lower part of the oil filter with a punch or a phillips screwdriver and let it drain. A lot less messy. Disconnect the shift linkage for maybe more clearance.
What about using 20W50 oil for the three of them? Some synthetic oils like Spectro Platinum 20W50 says that it is suitable for engine, primary and gearbox too. Thank you Mike!!
I hate to correct you here Mike but on the Twin Cam engines the oil filter is on the feed side not the return. The feed side of the pump sucks the oil outta the oilpan under the trans and through a passageway in the crankcase to the cam support plate and then to the feed side of the pump, which then sends it through another channel to the crankcase and then the oil filter. Then it comes back through the crankcase into the cam support plate for distribution to the rest of the engine. The scavenge side of the pump pulls oil from both the cam and flywheel compartments and pumps it through channels in the cam support plate, back into the crankcase and then into the oilpan. That's how my workshop manual describes it. You may like to enter Harley oil Scavenger into your computer's search engine.... a company called Rogue Chopper LLC ( www.roguechopper.com) has a system you can buy that enables a total oil change - even the oil in the bottom end of the engine - which can amount to over a pint of used oil. It's quite simple and stops the (old) oil that collects there when the engine stops from contaminating the new oil when you next start the engine.
@@pacificmike9501 No problem, when you think about it maybe the old ways are better. The bikes looked nicer and the engine components were all rebuildable not like the twin cams and M8's.
My factory service manual for my 01 Sportster shows the filter in the pressure side of the system. It is fed directly from the pump. I don't fill my filter though.
Great videos, Mike! I’d like to ask you about using the same oil in all 3 holes, like the SYN3 Harley tires to sell nowdays to everyone. It makes perfect sense to use different oils to different applications but then how can the factory recommend otherwise?
Tom, trust me it's a dealership moneymaker, nothing more and I agree 100 percent with Mike. I have a small Dyna performance shop and 3 holes, 3 different fluids, stock or radical high performance.
I do fill oil filter halfway or just enough it doesn’t run out once you put it horizontal .and I have a button on my starter solenoid that allows me to rotate the engine a few times before I actually start the motor back up after the oil change .. that button on the starter solenoid has been on several of my bikes just in case the starter relay don’t work or the button on the handlebars don’t work 🤔🖖🏽 Is the oil filter also on return side for evo 🤔
WIX FILTER PART NUMBER PLEASE... YOU SHOULD OF SHOWN THAT PART NUMBER... I did not know they made a filter for this motor mike... i now will stop putting oil in the filter ... oil filter is on the return side ... wow never knew that.... i love your videos... thx so much...
does the twin cam dyna have a washer on the engine oil drain plug/bolt? and will the teflon tape put over the engine drain plug threads melt when the motor gets hot? i didn't know about the teflon tape idea before
I don't do that. I change the oil in the normal fashion. I know there is more oil left in the system. I run the bike maybe 100 miles, maybe less, and change the oil again.
I only do it vertical and try to drain out maximum amount of old fluids. Check on buying an inexpensive "wheel chock" that will hold your motorcycle in a vertical position.
Hey Mike, always a great video..... Quick question : I just watched a video on Harleys having speed wobble problems with the "rubber" mounted engines. Have you ever run into this? I've personally owned dozens of Harley's, metrics, and British bikes. I can remember first hearing about it way back in the '60s, but I've never had it happen to me. My' 07 Dyna Lowrider is my first bike with the rubber mounted engine. I got this late November, so I've only ridden it around town a few times. Best, Queasyrider
Speed wobbles can happen from so many reasons. Rubber mount Harleys are wonderful. However, if you look in your service manual, Harley explains chassis alignment. It's really good.
@@pacificmike9501 You can still use the side stand while on the lift. Makes it easy to re-fit the filter which SHOULD have some oil in it, if in doubt read the Dyna service manual.
Transmission oil should be checked while on the jiffy stand, I find one quart exactly fills it, engine oil should be checked on the jiffy too when bike is hot, just sayin.
Pacific Mike I don’t blame you. Thanks for your videos they’re great, just about to do the top end on my shovel and will be adjusting rockers to 8-10 thou thanks to you lol
Then check the level. Then finish it. You can't just go on the capacity in the book. The amount varies with how much stayed in the case, on the gears, etc. Thank You.
I'm first your boy got back up you don't put oil on your own filter I'm dead serious little oil in our filters when we change the oil I'm from Athens where you from
Donnie, no oil tank on the Dyna. Under the transmission is a engine oil sump. The drain plug that's horizontal is for engine oil to drain while bike is on the Jiffy stand, and the other plug is vertical for draining the transmission fluid while bike is upright. Hope that helps.
Hey mike sorry i didnt know the oil tank wasnt on the the dyna,and john castor wow,i didn't need your weak ass minded comment sir,i gotta enough weak minds to deal with here in Afghanistan
The Mr. Roger's of motorcycles. Never stop making videos! Reminds me of being in the garage with my dad. Thanks.
Thanks, will do!
Thanks for the tip about the filter being on the return side. Now I dont have to spill new oil out when I put my filter on. You're the best Mike!
Glad to help
your videos are not only educational but entertaining. As a previous person said you are not not a chatty kathy. Thanks have learned a lot watching you.
Thank You. Glad to help. Glad to entertain.
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You are the best explainer I´ve ever heard, all the others are speedchatting. And you show all moments in a job, speaks calmly. Learned a lot from your videos. Thank you very much ... you are the Best ... reg Chris
Thank you.
👍🙂
Hello Mike,
Being a fan of old bikes and you I feel at home in your shop so Thank You for taking us along. If I have to roll my 47 Indian off the bench to work on a "modern" bike I cringe.
As age has caught up to me I went to clear pitchers with gradient markings! I transfer all fluids to these pitchers before adding to my older bikes as well. Just an idea that has helped me keep a bit neater and definitely sure of the amounts of fluids I do add.
You are in my prayers
Hoka Hey
Thank You. I think I'll make that "adjustment" to my habits. And, thanx for coming along. I do appreciate you. I miss my Indian. I had a 52 Chief. 80 inch, and it didn't have the Bonneville cams when I got it, but I found and installed them. Hollow muffler and big trans sprocket. It was a high speed traveler.
How funny, Yesterday I changed the oil, primary, trans, and filter on my buddies Heritage. That Dyna looked easier than his Heritage. Finding the trans plug between the shocks underneath was tight. A few years ago I had another buddy show me how he uses tin foil molded around the bottom of the old oil filter making it like a trough to catch the old oil running out. I have been doing it that way for a few years now, I like it!... That was a fun video....Thanks Mike.
Thank you. That's very cool.
Great as always. It's great to see you work on a twin cam. I do love the old ones. Thanks again
Thank you.
Superb yet again Mike , so interesting watching you work and no nonsense involved . Straight to the point . Thank you so much for passing on your knowledge
Glad you like it. Thank You.
Removing the shift linkage makes it a lot easier, but I’m sure you know that. Love your videos Mike. Keep them coming
Or you snake around it. I don't do those bikes very often.
I have a Softail, but much the same procedures. I do let the oil just run everywhere and clean up after. One difference is that I use a Scavenger puck to remove all the old oil from the engine, and I have used High Performance Mineral Diesel oil from the first service. After 226,000 kms (over 140,000 miles) my 2006 FXSTBi Night Train is still going strong and the motor has never been apart. Love your videos, similar to a guy I follow that builds electric guitars, you have a style. I'd probably watch a video of you painting a barn haha!
Thank you. And your accomplishments are impressive.
What works the best for me on that oil filter removal is aluminum foil...works like a charm...clean!
Cool. Thank you.
Hi there Pacific Mike,I've got a few great tips watching this video,again,a beautiful motorcycle,thank you for your great posts friend 😊😊😊
Thank You.
Love you Videos Mike!! You do a great job! Thanks
Thank You
Thank you for doing twin cam work!.... I'll be doing this exact job this spring on my 03 cvo road king.... Love your channel Mike, i always thumbs up before i even watch a minute cause i know its gonna be good content i like!....take care man...
Thank you.
Thank you for all your videos. Definitely a valuable resource for do it yourself wrenches.
Thank you.
👍🙂
Mike when I do the fluid change I use a plastic measuring cup with al of the measurements. I got it years ago from the Tire Shop where I get tires. Oh a 2 liter soda bottle with bottom cut off is good to use when removing the oil filter, the extension fits nicely in the top..
Good idea. Depending on the model, I do similar stuff.
Great video. Very helpful for the average guy trying to save money. Thanks!
Thank you.
I hate oil filters on a ultra. So I just take it off with oil everywhere and spray it down with brake clean after. Great show Mike.
I get it.
I'd rather see little mess ups, shows me how to get it done when it happens to me! Love your videos.
Ok thanks!
tks a lot for your clear instructions, a perfect teacher!👏👏👏
Thank you! 😃
Thank you sir for not playing any annoying music.🙏 great video
Thank you.
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I’ve got an 1989 FLTCU and I reckon with the variety of bikes here you are going to hit on plenty that will work for me!
I certainly hope so.
Great video, thanks for putting it up. I need to prepare my 03 Wide Glide, it won't be winter forever.
Cool. and thank you.
I'm out here wrenching in the shed and I said to myself, "You know, I oughta be listening to Mike right about now."
Thank You. I like that.
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THANK YOU...for sharing. Watched and very much enjoyed.
Thank you.
Yup just did mine ; and old envelope worked great and soaked up the oil !!!-🤠✊👍🏻
Good to know!
Great video Mike, as always ... 👍🏽🙏🏼
Thank You.
I do purge the system for my customers as a value added service. Does it really matter, I believe so, just my opinion though. As for the never ending discussion on which fluid in which hole, I always respond with CLEAN. Love the vids Mike.
Thank you. Perfect answer!
My name is Ron I appreciate your video on changing the three holes on the Dyna because I also have a 2013 Dyna custom super Glyde and I would like to learn how to work on my bike there is a lot of the videos out there is on the street Glyde a d the newer bagers so I appreciate your video on changing the three holes thank you for showing me where the the dran plugs are. On the Dana I hope that I can learn more about how to ser ice my Dina Custom Supper Glyde from you looking forward to viewing more videos on the Dyna thank you very much because videos on Dynas are far and few in between thanks. From Ron in San José Ca. Thanks .
Certainly. I try to explain this regularly. I am retired. Generally I'm doing what I planned, just playing with my own toys. Cameraman Mike has a Dyna, so I do some to it. Joh around the corner has a Dyna. He does most of his own work, but occasionally needs a hand. That's really how it comes up. There will be more.
Great video mike. Good job instructing.
Thank you.
good stuff on the oil filter. When I got my new to me twin cam, it had the evidence of sloppy filter changes. the front and underside is covered in oily road spackle. Its a bit cold for a serious degreasing, this spring it will get a thorough cleaning. And the oil filter required some serious grunting to get it off, and then the seal tore completely loose when it did come loose. Gents and ladies - hand tight plys maaaaybe a smidge if you are worried + 1/8 - 1/4 turn - no more. its not going anywhere.
Ive also never filled the filter on any bike. if you think it through, its just a ritual to make yourself feel better. the oil in the filter isnt going anywhere until there is pressure enough to move it. the only thing you save is a second or two as the filter comes to capacity. On a change, there should be plenty of oil in the bearings, etc to handle the few moments it takes to fill the galleys. That said, it doesnt do any harm to fill the filter, so have at it!
heh - oil or grease or dry seal on the filter. The one thing that is certain, never dry. This is a great example of considering the purpose of the action. Which is to ensure the seal is intact, flush and not creased or torn. Whether you use grease, motor oil, or vegetable oil - it doesnt matter as long as the seal is lubricated for its fit. Ive never seen a hand-tight filter come loose and leak. But I hyave seen a torn or creased seal leak.
Thanks Mike for the calm instruction! even if Im familiar with the process its always good to observe how someone else goes about things.
Thank You.
I enjoy all your videos Mike. Funny watching the cardboard trick as I've done it myself, but want to give the option of a thing called "Form-A-Funnel". They're not cheap, but last forever and you can buy them on Amazon.
Cool. Thank you.
Carboard” old school is the best school!
I had a friend that was my good riding buddy and since he was older and wrenching bikes longer than me, I used to defer to a lot of his experience. I used to ask him how tight something should be. And for some things like an oil filter, he would say: "we're gonna use German torque on it". He was German after all, so he had me confused.
What's German torque? I bit... He'd say, like I was ignorant, "gudentite"! with a German accent. "We're just gonna make it good and tight"!
"Butch" was quite a character. Funny as you can get. Always had an anecdote of some kind. He was a tank and heavy track and wheeled equipment mechanic in Vietnam. He succumbed to Agent Orange complications a few years ago.
RIP, brother Butch... See ya on the other side.
Thank You. It's nice to hear these stories and honor your brothers by telling of them.
Good job Mike! Thanks for your help.
Thank you.
Great video, thanks Mike!👍
Thank you.
Keep up the good work guys! Thx for sharing.
Thank you.
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Cheers Mike. 👍 I usually have to disconnect the shifter rod, to be able to remove the oil filter. But you did it without doing such. Haha. I’ll try that on my Dyna.... Wonder if it will work with my Streetglide also. Hmmm 🤔
Yah, you just develop your own ways of doing things. I don't work on modern bikes often, and I forget how I did it last time.
Pacific Mike I’m hearing ya there 😎👍
Great video Mike.👍
Thank you.
Thank you Mike! Much helpful, beautiful job!
Thank you.
I enjoy watching your channel, perhaps the company that sells the gear oil should make a clear container to see the fluid level.
I think so.
I use a thing called a Form A Funnel it will bend to however you want it and its about the thickness of that cardboard box it works great.
Thank You.
I slide a thick rag on top of a plastic bag right under the filter. Pull the filter and the excess oil soaks into the rag but is contained by the bag. Then just wrap it up and toss it. Clean as a whistle.
Or do it best you can, then clean up the mess.
Getting ready to change my fluids on my 08 FXDC(first time doing at home)you answered so many questions with this video(such as where do I add primary fluid, how much,and do I need a new gasket), are fluids for each area different,which plug drains what?
Glad it helped. Be sure and invest in a Proper Service Manual for that bike.
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i just bought a 2019 service manual for the road king... i just need to read it now... $125 for this book... well worth it every penny...
You bet.
I remember when service manuals were only 60$....
informative + some extra tricks
Thank You
Thank You.
Very informative thank you I need to change my fluids
Glad to help
I punch a hole in the lower part of the oil filter with a punch or a phillips screwdriver and let it drain. A lot less messy. Disconnect the shift linkage for maybe more clearance.
Sure, or wiggle it around easily when the camera is not on you. Thank you.
How did that extension and socket NOT find its way into the oil filled drain pan?? You are a lucky guy!!
Okay. The camera is running. You're being watched. Now, don't drop anything. You're right. I am lucky.
I jam an old rag or shirt under the filter. Once the filter is loose the oil seeps out but not so fast that the towel can’t catch it all.
Cool. Thank you.
What about using 20W50 oil for the three of them? Some synthetic oils like Spectro Platinum 20W50 says that it is suitable for engine, primary and gearbox too. Thank you Mike!!
I'm not a chemist and I can't recommend brands.
Hello Mike you should remove the shifter and will work so much better ,,,thank you for all you do on these show have a Blessed Day Bill
Thank You. Ever try doing something simple with everyone watching? I forget. I don't normally work on late model bikes.
I hate to correct you here Mike but on the Twin Cam engines the oil filter is on the feed side not the return.
The feed side of the pump sucks the oil outta the oilpan under the trans and through a passageway in the crankcase to the cam support plate and then to the feed side of the pump, which then sends it through another channel to the crankcase and then the oil filter. Then it comes back through the crankcase into the cam support plate for distribution to the rest of the engine.
The scavenge side of the pump pulls oil from both the cam and flywheel compartments and pumps it through channels in the cam support plate, back into the crankcase and then into the oilpan.
That's how my workshop manual describes it.
You may like to enter Harley oil Scavenger into your computer's search engine.... a company called Rogue Chopper LLC ( www.roguechopper.com) has a system you can buy that enables a total oil change - even the oil in the bottom end of the engine - which can amount to over a pint of used oil. It's quite simple and stops the (old) oil that collects there when the engine stops from contaminating the new oil when you next start the engine.
Thank You. I stand corrected. I belong with the old stuff.
@@pacificmike9501 No problem, when you think about it maybe the old ways are better. The bikes looked nicer and the engine components were all rebuildable not like the twin cams and M8's.
I use a cut down half gal milk jug under the oil filter. Would that teflon tape break down in those oil passages?
I don't think so. Be very careful how you install it.
My factory service manual for my 01 Sportster shows the filter in the pressure side of the system. It is fed directly from the pump. I don't fill my filter though.
You know, if the factory recommends it...
@@pacificmike9501 I just checked and it does say to add oil. I don't think I ever have. I may be wrong though.
is a pain with forward controls
good job
Thank You
Great videos, Mike! I’d like to ask you about using the same oil in all 3 holes, like the SYN3 Harley tires to sell nowdays to everyone. It makes perfect sense to use different oils to different applications but then how can the factory recommend otherwise?
I honestly don't know. But, they do it. More power to them.
Tom, trust me it's a dealership moneymaker, nothing more and I agree 100 percent with Mike. I have a small Dyna performance shop and 3 holes, 3 different fluids, stock or radical high performance.
SARGE BULLDOG Thank you!
I do fill oil filter halfway or just enough it doesn’t run out once you put it horizontal .and I have a button on my starter solenoid that allows me to rotate the engine a few times before I actually start the motor back up after the oil change ..
that button on the starter solenoid has been on several of my bikes just in case the starter relay don’t work or the button on the handlebars don’t work 🤔🖖🏽
Is the oil filter also on return side for evo 🤔
Thank you. And, yes it is. And, I've installed a bunch of those buttons. They're great.
WIX FILTER PART NUMBER PLEASE... YOU SHOULD OF SHOWN THAT PART NUMBER... I did not know they made a filter for this motor mike... i now will stop putting oil in the filter ... oil filter is on the return side ... wow never knew that.... i love your videos... thx so much...
Thank you. I didn't buy it. Don't know the number.
part number i found is wix 57148...
Great video's again Mike. Curious, what brand lift table are you using?
Thank you. That is a "K&L."
Hey Mike, thanks ,great video, does this apply to a 2012 dyna wide glide?
Sure.
@@pacificmike9501, thanks
does the twin cam dyna have a washer on the engine oil drain plug/bolt? and will the teflon tape put over the engine drain plug threads melt when the motor gets hot? i didn't know about the teflon tape idea before
No, no washer. No, the teflon tape (used for plumbing applications) doesn't melt on your oil drain plug.
The manual states 3qts for a dry engine and 2.5qts for a wet engine. 3qts will overfill these Dynas. See this a lot.
That's why I recommend 2 qts. Then run it a couple minutes and add the last part as needed. Thank you.
Yup my dyna 2.5 my softail 3.0 must be 1/2 quart in crankcase .
Could you do a fluid change on evo? Disconnect the line and crank the oil out of it?
I’ve wanted to do that...but I’m chicken lol
Or start after filling without installing oil filter to get all the old oil out?
I don't do that. I change the oil in the normal fashion. I know there is more oil left in the system. I run the bike maybe 100 miles, maybe less, and change the oil again.
If mike trust on the oil ! Hugo trust on the oil too !
Thank You
Love it
Thank You.
Shine a flashlight in the bottle. It will be easy to see the remaining fluid level.
Sometimes.
My question is, can this be done on kick stand, or does it have to be vertical?
I only do it vertical and try to drain out maximum amount of old fluids. Check on buying an inexpensive "wheel chock" that will hold your motorcycle in a vertical position.
Nice vidéo mike, do you have a similar story for my 97 electra glide?
Thanks!
Next time I need to do one. Thank you.
I just take the oilfilter off, and spray the area with break clean
Okay.
It's tough being left handed in a right handed world .
I actually switch back and forth. I'm not quite ambidexterous, but it depends on which hand is working the best today.
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Thank You
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Hey Mike, always a great video..... Quick question : I just watched a video on Harleys having speed wobble problems with the "rubber" mounted engines. Have you ever run into this? I've personally owned dozens of Harley's, metrics, and British bikes. I can remember first hearing about it way back in the '60s, but I've never had it happen to me. My' 07 Dyna Lowrider is my first bike with the rubber mounted engine. I got this late November, so I've only ridden it around town a few times. Best, Queasyrider
Speed wobbles can happen from so many reasons. Rubber mount Harleys are wonderful. However, if you look in your service manual, Harley explains chassis alignment. It's really good.
@@pacificmike9501 Thanks for the tip.... 👍
The bike is supposed to be on the side stand for an oil change. Makes it a lot easier when replacing the filter.
And, working on the floor is easier?
@@pacificmike9501 You can still use the side stand while on the lift. Makes it easy to re-fit the filter which SHOULD have some oil in it, if in doubt read the Dyna service manual.
Ever hear of ss reed valve breather for evo 1340 from1984to1999
Yes. I know a lot of people use them. I've never tried one.
Transmission oil should be checked while on the jiffy stand, I find one quart exactly fills it, engine oil should be checked on the jiffy too when bike is hot, just sayin.
You are correct. But, depends on the model. Always look it up.
With my old dyna I’d always disconnect the linkage so it wasn’t in the way
I don't do this modern stuff often enough.
Pacific Mike I don’t blame you. Thanks for your videos they’re great, just about to do the top end on my shovel and will be adjusting rockers to 8-10 thou thanks to you lol
pour what you need into a clear measuring cup
Then check the level. Then finish it. You can't just go on the capacity in the book. The amount varies with how much stayed in the case, on the gears, etc. Thank You.
Those oil filters are real PITA! Shouldn't Harley have engineered it bit better?
I don't judge them and hopefully, they won't judge me.
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I'm first your boy got back up you don't put oil on your own filter I'm dead serious little oil in our filters when we change the oil I'm from Athens where you from
Southern California, USA. I just realized recently that Twin Cam oil filters are not on on the return side.
Old school don’t need no torque wrench 🔧
Depends on what you're doing.
How you going to fill a horizontal oil filter before you install it?😂😂
That's what I figure.
Only need to fill filter 1/4 way. It wont come out when putting back on.
Like my neighbor says " its not the oil you put in it, it's the oil you don't put in it"
True.
I have a great ratio rite it’s cleat
Cool.
If you fill the filter with oil it will just spill out when you go to install it.
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Good video,your not changing the oil in the oil tank hoss?
Donnie, no oil tank on the Dyna. Under the transmission is a engine oil sump. The drain plug that's horizontal is for engine oil to drain while bike is on the Jiffy stand, and the other plug is vertical for draining the transmission fluid while bike is upright. Hope that helps.
I don't understand the question.
Hey mike sorry i didnt know the oil tank wasnt on the the dyna,and john castor wow,i didn't need your weak ass minded comment sir,i gotta enough weak minds to deal with here in Afghanistan
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