Yes it is a coincidence. I completely missed that. We try to keep them short, but not leave out anything. Not always an easy task. Thanks for watching, and, thanks for catching that.
One thing I’ve learned about other people working on my bike, is that a disturbing number of them don’t seem to care much about it. After using one dealer, and one independent, it became clear that I needed to learn on my own. So, for a year now, and 50 years old, I’ve been learning to work on my own HD. I find your videos interesting and enjoyable even though I ride a newer machine, but it’s all endlessly fascinating. I subscribed last year and watch most everything new that you film.
Dig the way how you wrench on your bikes & also the care in which you not only demonstrate but explain processes, my guess is from a lot of experience, good & bad! Can’t wait for the next one
Great video.... these type of tips when building a motor is what separates a seasoned Harley-Davidson mechanic from a mechanic! Prolly the first time I’ve heard this done in years or seen it done! Keep the videos coming!
Mike, "meticulous" is the only way to describe your work. As always, impressive and educational! Thanks for sharing your hard earned knowledge for the "price" of a click, lol
Hi Mike, I think the 93 to 98 flh's are the best scooters to ride to put miles down the road. I have ridden knuckleheads to twincams and the evo's are the best. You can make them all fantastic but these bikes you put gas in them and service them and they'll run for a long time. Yah the cam bearing needs to be replaced but it's not like the shovelheads I've owned and tore them completely down and put them back together correctly. Currently putting a 95 flh together with an evo bottom and twin cam top. Love your spirit. Later my friend.
You bet. They all have their place. When Harley came out with their FLH having its oil tank on the bottom, and several other features, they had a winner. Evo motors run for so many miles, they're great. And true; "Man does not live by one motorcycle alone."
I've always enjoyed these videos and I've learned a lot while watching. That said, I always watch your videos with the subtitles on and I had a good laugh during the end of the second set of lapping the cases together. The subtitles registered the sound as if you were playing music. I couldn't agree more. Sounds like music to me.
@@pacificmike9501 Keep the videos coming mike! I'm starting to rebuild my 79 shovel after the pistons started smoking like a freight train. I suspect the rings went out. there are a lot of things to check and your videos are very educational! Thanks for your time.
Yo Mike!! Wanted to see if you'd ever want to make a video for us young folk getting into old engines. I'm wanting to learn how to work on and up keep a shovelhead, and how to trouble shoot one. Just don't know where to start. I know you'd be able to make a killer video! Hope you see this! KEEP UP THE GREAT VIDEOS
We try to do pertinent stuff. We've shown a lot of the assembly and are continuing to do so. Troubleshooting sounds interesting. I'll give it some thought.
@@pacificmike9501 please do! It'll help me a ton when I get my first shovelhead that won't run, and I have no clue where to start. Thanks for the reply!
Mike, I am watching your video on Lapping the Crankcases on a Evo motor with much interest. I just bought a '65 Pan and planing on restoring it to showroom condition, I hope. What skills you are demonstrating I am sure will help me as well. I suppose for any years as far as that goes. Not sure if you have ever referenced a '65 in your past videos, I will have to look but I don't recall all of them. Keep up the good work and details are always welcomed. The details can and could make the difference in something running ok and something running great.
I haven't shown a '65 Pan yet. Haven't had one around lately. I was travelling kinda light in the old days and sold my '65 when I bought my new Shovelhead. That was a '77 Shovelhead. Still got that. One of my old buddies still has the '65. Another friend of mine has a '65. We do things as they need doing. We've shown my pan here and there on videos, occasionally the Knuckle. We'll just keep doing it. Hopefully, we'll show what you need.
@@pacificmike9501 Well if you ever take your show on the road and your in the Chicago area, let me know. I was at the 115th in Milwaukee last summer and saw mostly new stuff. In another words, shovels were hard pressed to see. With luck I am giving myself 5 years to finish this project. Maybe make the 120th.
Cool. "Take my show on the road." I like that. I'd like to be that successful. I'd like to visit people everywhere. Hope to see you someday in Chicago.
More excellence! 👍 There's another guy on the TH-cam who just tosses parts around on a metal table like they're all made of titanium....lol. I like your work!
Thank You. And, you worded that perfectly. People really don't mind paying for things when they get what they pay for. I always tried to give them a little more.
Thanks so much for your wonderful video series. I'm just getting into a top-end gasket refresh on my '93 Ultra (which I'm sure will turn into more...it's hard to resist the "while you're at its") and your videos and excellent explanations help to make sense of the instructions in the service manual. Thanks again!
Hi nice TH-cam channel you have I follow it from Sweden and agree with you that the engine looks much better raw without color, I have never been fond of black engines or exhaust systems but it may be due to my age. Very good instructional video thank you very much.
Mike your content is amazing you have taught me so much in just the day I have been watching. I hope you are doing well and you are truly amazing. Your patience is awesome. Appreciate you and the time you spent making this content. Getting ready to rebuild a 96 evo and you saved me! Thanks again.
Mike, That's the best way i agree with in order to get the crankcase halves to match. I own a 1966 Triumph 650 Bonneville, and i don't see any reason i couldn't do the same with mine. Excellent 5 star video, some guys are talking about using files!! how does one get nice even case halves by doing that?,Thank You for the GREAT IDEA..Mike J.
Hello Mike, love your videos. Here is one you might want to try. Take a fat tip magic marker and coat the surface your lapping it makes it easier to see the low spots. Keep up the good work.
Pacific Mike building my own bike for the first time because i can’t afford,figured i could afford piece by piece,thank you so much for youtube channel i’m learning alot
Hi Mike, found your channel and love it! Just subscribed. I’ve recently been inspired to buy an Evo powered Softail or Dyna. Been riding for years and have a twin-cam, but I really want an Evolution powered Harley. I really like your knowledge and presentation style. Keep the videos coming man and I’ll see you out on the road!
I know I'm 2 years late, but I just found your channel today while looking up 99 Evo info.. boy am I glad I found your vids man! On a side note, how did you strip the black and keep that case so fresh looking?! Awesome information your spreading. I havent found a better or more in depth channel than yours.
I asked you a question before about your opinion about what year all of a Road King you would recommend I like the older ones the Evo Motors are right up my alley cuz they're so cool and rebuildable so I'd appreciate it if you could get back with me bro
Perfect! You're zeroing in on what YOU want. They're all rebuildable. It's simply the amount of money required. That will probably open a huge discussion.
Instead if using paint remover on engine cases to remove paint I have found the best way to do it is to use baking soda in a cabinet blaster or just a regular hand held air blaster. Works really good to remove carbon from valves and combustion chamber in heads. Best is you don't have to worry bout medium getting left inside motor like glass beeds or other mediums cause soda just dissolves. I really urge people to blasting with baking soda.
@@pacificmike9501 sorry I just got turned onto ur channel not that long ago. I haven't seen a big portion of videos yet. I have a 76 flh liberty edition and a 94 ultra. Do all my own work and your videos are about the best out there. Keep it up, need more people like you making real videos. I have a question about how did you go about initially splitting cases on the evo??? First time I've seen u skip a part.
Fun stuff. Tap the cases apart with a rubber hammer. Press the flywheels out of the case with a hydraulic press. Not something I like to show. I've seen it be catastrophic.
I agree. However, they've proven themselves over quite a period of time and they share a lot of details with the older motors. So, I consider them part of the series.
Mike. I am watching your videos because I wanted to see how a HD motor was made. I am fascinated by the fact that both pistons are connected to the same lobe of the crankshaft. It reminds me of an airplane radial engine. Most fascinated. No, I don't ride but curious about the engine. Additionally, I have an ashtray just like that one behind you that I got at an open house day at a shipyard I used to work at. I wonder if you worked at the same shipyard or how did you get it if you remember!
I got that from someone I worked with in my days of working for an injection molding company back in the seventies. Those were the days of a suit and tie for me.
Nice work Mike! I like the Evo motors myself! Question, do you have a suggestions on polishing aluminum with oxidized clear coat on it? Ik maybe some elbow grease and polish! But like as far as the polish goes and so on! Should I remove the clear coat? Just asking, again cool video! Good luck with all your work!
It's a lot of work, but getting the clear coat off is the big thing. Different paint removers are more aggressive than others. Rubber gloves mandatory. Once the clear is gone, then you make it smooth. How you do that depends on how rough it is to start with. I'm sounding like a whiner, but when it's done, it's all worth it. Or, if you can afford it, and have a good one in your neighborhood, have a professional polisher do it for you. The cases in the video had factory black paint. I stripped them with paint remover. Now they are raw. I have way more hours in them than I wish to admit.
I use to take the case half's first and place 400 grit sand paper on glass then rubbing the cases across them first then lapping them together it makes for a faster lapping time I just saying an friend showed me this
Sorry I didn't see that you answered my question but I do like the EVO motor that's what I like and I like the older ones I just kind of wanted to know what you really would recommend for that thanks for being so prompt
It's hard work. These cases had original black paint in terrible shape. I did them with paint remover and later, "Scotchbrite." I not much for complaining, but, it was miserable and took days. Nice compliment though.
Correct me if I am wrong Mike, I have done something similar and when it is lapped the drag gets more and the sound does not sound as harsh, but smoother, you know what I mean
Hey Mike,,another good video,, I took the advice of "the big brother " responce,, found out about the oil tank from the book,,, next question is,,,, I am going to use my gas tank as the oil tank for the capacity,, so here's the question,, would it be better to use copper lines or a stainless type of brake lines for the oil feed and return and vent?
Stainless is certainly more durable. But, it's also harder work. You'll need larger diameter than brake lines. We're talking 3/8 here. I've done it with stainless hard lines. Again, "a lot of work." But, always worth it if, when you're done, it's your idea of "cool."
Once in a great while. I generally leave those to the late model guys. I just play with my old stuff mostly. People aren't usually ready to spend what it takes to do a twin cam the way I feel it hshould be done. And, I'm retired.
just finished crankcase lapping with my shovelhead and they were bad, almost like two different engines bolted together. now fitment is perfect. next step is lapping the pinion race. is .0004- .0008 correct clearance? old rollers have .002 clearance
Very intreresting to see the process, you really fixed that motor nicely, how would it happen that all that water would end up in the crankcase? I have a 99 evo, I hope mine doesnt have any hidden water deposits I dont know of.
Love your work, clear and concise! Are these cases already a match? Im only asking because i have a left case with the cracked primary ring but i have another left case ( the right side cracked on this motor ) i can use if this is the way to make it work or am i better off just getting a set? Much appreciated
There are people who are talented enough to replace that ring. Or, James gaskets makes a gasket that will seal that up just fine. Keep your matched cases.
Thanks Mike. Making things precision is cool even just to watch. Is this something to consider with the mating surfaces of the inner primary, or as the book says "primary chaincase housing" or are gaskets good enough?
I've always used a thick gasket on those aluminum housings and I think lapping those surfaces is a bit of "overkill." Couldn't hurt, but what for? No critical dimensions.
Hey Mike, thank you for responding to my last question. I do have another on the subject of EVO crankshaft cases and shafts. This concerns whether I need to replace the timing side bearing. It is confusing in the manual - or I am just not that smart! I have a "green" crank and a series "2" case. With my best measurements my race measures 1.7510" and the shaft 1.250" According to the manual I should replace with a "blue" bearing?? Can I still use the current bearing as it is ? The current bearing and race has no pitting nor heat marks and I would say they were in good condition. Were I to change it should I also change the race? In other words can I just go by the clearance and "feel" of the current setup? I guess when checking the other side, the Timken bearing should be preloaded and checked for end play but if all looks well it should suffice - can the same be said for the timing roller bearings? Many thanks bud... Phil
The way I look at it, you're there. I don't want to leave anything to "chance." The race should be lapped and a new bearing installed. I've seen a lot of people open them up and not replace the bearings. Measure over and over, then lap and replace the bearings. Peace of mind is what it's all about. The final fit is by how it "feels" going together. This is all about you and how you see it. If you're not sure, seek help of someone with more experience.
Love the videos! I have a question if it's not to much trouble. I've sent my cylinders and heads from a 93 EVO to Dave Mackie for a basic rebuild no performance mods. It only has 35000 on it and the first time apart. Would you reuse the head stud? They look like new. I have no problem buying new ones my concern is trouble getting them out. Thanks for any input. Cheers!
Those studs are a tight "interference" fit. You don't remove them if you don't have to. Treat them as per the service manual. Clean and oil the nuts as per their instructions. Then torque the nuts as per either the service manual or the gasket manufacturer. But treat those studs and nuts exactly as per the factory. And, thank you.
Thank you first i like to said I learned A lot from you so the question is a have popping or back firing on slowing down it's on my 2003 dyna 88 twin cam you think it a gasket or a jet problem any help would greatly appreciate 😊
Thank You. Not enough info. What's been changed? Has it been sitting too long? Maybe bad gas. If not, what changes have been made? Check the plugs. Is one light and one dark? If so, vacuum leak, either a line or a leak at the manifold. Gotta tell me what you're dealing with. The only way I knew it was carbureted, is you mentioned a jet.
Hi Mike I love your stream. I have learned tons about the Evo. Do you have an stream on something as simple as how to remove an Evo from the bike. Thanks keep up the great streams. D-dub
Hey Mike, I rebuilt my 98 evo after seeing your videos. 1 year ago,but back cylinder leaks air bubbles when idling, can I retighten the cylinder nuts are do I need to disassembly the top end?
I don't know where it's leaking, but that's how far you need to take it down. Not difficult, but must be correctly done. If you're experiencing a cylinder base leak, I suggest relapping the valves, a fresh set of valve seals, and a new set of piston rings. Again, correct according to the service manual. Torquing is very critical on an Evo top end. I am assuming the rest of the motor is in good shape.
There are lots of cleaners for aluminum. Soap and water work well too. That case was cleaned on the outside with massive amounts of paint remover. It used to be black.
Pacific Mike that’s exactly what I’ll be doing to mine one day when I have to tear it down. I much prefer the raw metal v’s the black. I have this same 97 Evo 80”. I was curious about putting cleaner on the inside of that case. I know many can be damaging to aluminum. Really enjoying what you’re teaching. Thank you Mike for sharing your time and knowledge.
Coincidence that a tutorial about evo's goes for 13:40? Quality workmanship and great videos!
Yes it is a coincidence. I completely missed that. We try to keep them short, but not leave out anything. Not always an easy task. Thanks for watching, and, thanks for catching that.
You sir are truly the "Bob Ross" of Harley engines.
Thank You.
Mike, your the Bob Ross of Harleys! I very much enjoy your positive attitude and calm thinking. keep doing your thing
Thank you.
You described it exactly as I did to someone. Mike is thorough, calm and full in his explanations.
One thing I’ve learned about other people working on my bike, is that a disturbing number of them don’t seem to care much about it. After using one dealer, and one independent, it became clear that I needed to learn on my own. So, for a year now, and 50 years old, I’ve been learning to work on my own HD. I find your videos interesting and enjoyable even though I ride a newer machine, but it’s all endlessly fascinating. I subscribed last year and watch most everything new that you film.
Thank you.
Great video with an old school announcers voice
Thank you.
Thank You for all your Help ...Danny Australia ... I am 67 and Love my 78 Shovel Super glide ..Thanks Mike ...
That's wonderful.
Dig the way how you wrench on your bikes & also the care in which you not only demonstrate but explain processes, my guess is from a lot of experience, good & bad! Can’t wait for the next one
Thank you. More to come.
Great video.... these type of tips when building a motor is what separates a seasoned Harley-Davidson mechanic from a mechanic!
Prolly the first time I’ve heard this done in years or seen it done!
Keep the videos coming!
Just "old routine." Thank you.
Thanks Mike. I'm liking the evo series and looking forward to the future ones.
Sorry it's so slow. But, we'll get it done. Thank you.
I want to thank you for this Evo Series.
You're quite welcome. Thank You.
Mike, "meticulous" is the only way to describe your work. As always, impressive and educational! Thanks for sharing your hard earned knowledge for the "price" of a click, lol
Thank you.
Man you do nice work and explain things well hats off to ya bud.
Thank you.
Hi Mike, I think the 93 to 98 flh's are the best scooters to ride to put miles down the road. I have ridden knuckleheads to twincams and the evo's are the best. You can make them all fantastic but these bikes you put gas in them and service them and they'll run for a long time. Yah the cam bearing needs to be replaced but it's not like the shovelheads I've owned and tore them completely down and put them back together correctly. Currently putting a 95 flh together with an evo bottom and twin cam top. Love your spirit. Later my friend.
You bet. They all have their place. When Harley came out with their FLH having its oil tank on the bottom, and several other features, they had a winner. Evo motors run for so many miles, they're great. And true; "Man does not live by one motorcycle alone."
I don't know much about Harley engines by I am a gear head and really enjoy your videos. You are very knowledgeable about Harleys.
Thank you.
the narration is perfection, your voice is as soothing as a bob ross painting video, but with bikes instead
Thank You
You take pride in your work, not many people would have lap, compounded, like you did, or if at all reminds me of my fathers work
Thank You.
I've always enjoyed these videos and I've learned a lot while watching.
That said, I always watch your videos with the subtitles on and I had a good laugh during the end of the second set of lapping the cases together.
The subtitles registered the sound as if you were playing music.
I couldn't agree more. Sounds like music to me.
That's good stuff! Thank You.
@@pacificmike9501 Keep the videos coming mike! I'm starting to rebuild my 79 shovel after the pistons started smoking like a freight train. I suspect the rings went out. there are a lot of things to check and your videos are very educational! Thanks for your time.
Hello Friend, as usual very informative clear and very useful video!!!!! Take care,bob
Thank you.
Thanks again Mike. Great video
Thank you.
Yo Mike!! Wanted to see if you'd ever want to make a video for us young folk getting into old engines. I'm wanting to learn how to work on and up keep a shovelhead, and how to trouble shoot one. Just don't know where to start. I know you'd be able to make a killer video! Hope you see this! KEEP UP THE GREAT VIDEOS
We try to do pertinent stuff. We've shown a lot of the assembly and are continuing to do so. Troubleshooting sounds interesting. I'll give it some thought.
@@pacificmike9501 please do! It'll help me a ton when I get my first shovelhead that won't run, and I have no clue where to start. Thanks for the reply!
19.09.19 - Subscribed today while at home recovering from a knee replacement and catching up on your clips.
Thank you. I've heard so many good things about knee replacements, I hope yours is another success story.
Mike,
I am watching your video on Lapping the Crankcases on a Evo motor with much interest. I just bought a '65 Pan and planing on restoring it to showroom condition, I hope. What skills you are demonstrating I am sure will help me as well. I suppose for any years as far as that goes.
Not sure if you have ever referenced a '65 in your past videos, I will have to look but I don't recall all of them.
Keep up the good work and details are always welcomed. The details can and could make the difference in something running ok and something running great.
I haven't shown a '65 Pan yet. Haven't had one around lately. I was travelling kinda light in the old days and sold my '65 when I bought my new Shovelhead. That was a '77 Shovelhead. Still got that. One of my old buddies still has the '65. Another friend of mine has a '65. We do things as they need doing. We've shown my pan here and there on videos, occasionally the Knuckle. We'll just keep doing it. Hopefully, we'll show what you need.
@@pacificmike9501 Well if you ever take your show on the road and your in the Chicago area, let me know. I was at the 115th in Milwaukee last summer and saw mostly new stuff. In another words, shovels were hard pressed to see.
With luck I am giving myself 5 years to finish this project. Maybe make the 120th.
Cool. "Take my show on the road." I like that. I'd like to be that successful. I'd like to visit people everywhere. Hope to see you someday in Chicago.
The Bob Ross of motorcycles! Wonderful videos!
Glad you like them!
More excellence! 👍
There's another guy on the TH-cam who just tosses parts around on a metal table like they're all made of titanium....lol.
I like your work!
Cool, thanks
Learning something new ,thank you
Thank you.
You the man, Mike. I love your videos. I’m fixing to do an Evo rebuild, I’ve learned a lot from you.
Cool. Thank you.
I have been watching all of your video's. its a great education and as always THANK you Mike for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Sure. Being that the SU carburetor is operated by vacuum, it pulses with the motor.
Hello Mike, what a great video!
Thank you.
I like the way you work. I'm an old Ford tech and this is how we worked before flat rate and profit ruined quality
Thank You. And, you worded that perfectly. People really don't mind paying for things when they get what they pay for. I always tried to give them a little more.
I thoroughly enjoy the videos Mike. I appreciate your attention to detail and full explanation. Much appreciated.
Thank you.
I'm Really enjoying the care and preciseness you take in the Procedure ! Awesome Video's !!
Thank you.
Thanks so much for your wonderful video series. I'm just getting into a top-end gasket refresh on my '93 Ultra (which I'm sure will turn into more...it's hard to resist the "while you're at its") and your videos and excellent explanations help to make sense of the instructions in the service manual. Thanks again!
Thank you.
Thanks for sharing! Great trick! Great to know!
This is actually the old standard procedure.
Love the vids Mike. Keep up the good work. Al
Thank you.
Really enjoying your approach and explaining in these
Glad you like them!
Hi nice TH-cam channel you have I follow it from Sweden and agree with you that the engine looks much better raw without color, I have never been fond of black engines or exhaust systems but it may be due to my age. Very good instructional video thank you very much.
Thank You. It's nice to hear from you.
Very good video. I learned a lot. You. Made this Evo breakdown easy to understand. Great Job!!!
Glad you liked it!
Great videos I enjoy them all , keep up the great work can’t wait for the next one.
Thank you.
I haven’t seen this done an alarm clock excellent job thank you thank you for your videos
Thank You.
Another good video Mike, thanks and keep them coming!!! 👍
Thank you. Okay.
Pacific Mike, the "Bob Ross" of Harley mechanicals.
Thank You.
Always enjoy your videos and thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏🏻
Thank You.
Mike your content is amazing you have taught me so much in just the day I have been watching. I hope you are doing well and you are truly amazing. Your patience is awesome. Appreciate you and the time you spent making this content. Getting ready to rebuild a 96 evo and you saved me! Thanks again.
Thank You. Glad to help.
thanks for your time mike great info
Thank you.
Nice work, you're a true craftsman. Very inspiring!!
Thank You.
I love this motor. Thanks for the videos
Thank you.
Mike, That's the best way i agree with in order to get the crankcase halves to match. I own a 1966 Triumph 650 Bonneville, and i don't see any reason i couldn't do the same with mine. Excellent 5 star video, some guys are talking about using files!! how does one get nice even case halves by doing that?,Thank You for the GREAT IDEA..Mike J.
It came from a Harley Davidson factory service manual.
Great work..the Bob Ross of motorcycles
Thank You.
Just what I was looking for. Thanks Mike.
Glad to help
I'm so glad I found you're videos I am building my own Evo and you are very helpful thank you Mike
Glad to help. Thank you.
So I have to keep a small bottle of oil to mark the spot your say'n?? Great idea and work , shows attention to detail!!
Thank you. Standard procedure for every "oldtimer" I've known.
I like raw cases too - raw cases against chrome pipes looks great
Thank You. I like aluminum.
Hello Mike, love your videos. Here is one you might want to try. Take a fat tip magic marker and coat the surface your lapping it makes it easier to see the low spots. Keep up the good work.
Yep. Thank You.
Quality work!
Thank you.
thank you mike,you are teaching me so much
Glad to hear that!
Pacific Mike building my own bike for the first time because i can’t afford,figured i could afford piece by piece,thank you so much for youtube channel i’m learning alot
There should be a love button!
Cool. Thank You.
I made rings to lap in the base gasket and heads too
Not sure I need to but it makes me feel better
Very Cool. You see what you want it to be and you make it so. Sounds great
Hi Mike big fan of your page
Thank You.
The Bob Ross of motorcycles.
Thank You.
Hi Mike, found your channel and love it! Just subscribed. I’ve recently been inspired to buy an Evo powered Softail or Dyna. Been riding for years and have a twin-cam, but I really want an Evolution powered Harley. I really like your knowledge and presentation style. Keep the videos coming man and I’ll see you out on the road!
Thank you. I'll be there.
Pure genius Sir.
Thank You
I know I'm 2 years late, but I just found your channel today while looking up 99 Evo info.. boy am I glad I found your vids man! On a side note, how did you strip the black and keep that case so fresh looking?! Awesome information your spreading. I havent found a better or more in depth channel than yours.
Thank You. I used paint remover and did it all by hand. Not something I recommend.
But, I’m not in a hurry. Love it.
If it's not on the clock, why hurry? Enjoy what you do.
If John Wayne played Mr Rogers...
Interesting concept...
I asked you a question before about your opinion about what year all of a Road King you would recommend I like the older ones the Evo Motors are right up my alley cuz they're so cool and rebuildable so I'd appreciate it if you could get back with me bro
Perfect! You're zeroing in on what YOU want. They're all rebuildable. It's simply the amount of money required. That will probably open a huge discussion.
Instead if using paint remover on engine cases to remove paint I have found the best way to do it is to use baking soda in a cabinet blaster or just a regular hand held air blaster. Works really good to remove carbon from valves and combustion chamber in heads. Best is you don't have to worry bout medium getting left inside motor like glass beeds or other mediums cause soda just dissolves. I really urge people to blasting with baking soda.
We showed our soda blaster in earlier videos. Look at some of them. You're "preaching to the choir." Thank You.
@@pacificmike9501 sorry I just got turned onto ur channel not that long ago. I haven't seen a big portion of videos yet. I have a 76 flh liberty edition and a 94 ultra. Do all my own work and your videos are about the best out there. Keep it up, need more people like you making real videos. I have a question about how did you go about initially splitting cases on the evo??? First time I've seen u skip a part.
@@pacificmike9501 between my brother and I we have 2 shovels and 3 evos. 76 and 78.5 flh and 88, 93 & 94 evo dressers
Fun stuff. Tap the cases apart with a rubber hammer. Press the flywheels out of the case with a hydraulic press. Not something I like to show. I've seen it be catastrophic.
Rubber hammer. Very carefully. A little scary. Then, using a hydraulic press, very scary, press the flywheel assembly out of the left case.
Are you ever going to go into the rebuild of the evo? I love your videos.
Yes. Very soon. Thank you.
I still think of evos as being fairly modern but i guess they arent since they havent made one in like 20 years!!
Me too! lol
I agree. However, they've proven themselves over quite a period of time and they share a lot of details with the older motors. So, I consider them part of the series.
Mike. I am watching your videos because I wanted to see how a HD motor was made. I am fascinated by the fact that both pistons are connected to the same lobe of the crankshaft. It reminds me of an airplane radial engine. Most fascinated. No, I don't ride but curious about the engine. Additionally, I have an ashtray just like that one behind you that I got at an open house day at a shipyard I used to work at. I wonder if you worked at the same shipyard or how did you get it if you remember!
I got that from someone I worked with in my days of working for an injection molding company back in the seventies. Those were the days of a suit and tie for me.
Nice work Mike! I like the Evo motors myself! Question, do you have a suggestions on polishing aluminum with oxidized clear coat on it? Ik maybe some elbow grease and polish! But like as far as the polish goes and so on! Should I remove the clear coat? Just asking, again cool video! Good luck with all your work!
It's a lot of work, but getting the clear coat off is the big thing. Different paint removers are more aggressive than others. Rubber gloves mandatory. Once the clear is gone, then you make it smooth. How you do that depends on how rough it is to start with. I'm sounding like a whiner, but when it's done, it's all worth it. Or, if you can afford it, and have a good one in your neighborhood, have a professional polisher do it for you. The cases in the video had factory black paint. I stripped them with paint remover. Now they are raw. I have way more hours in them than I wish to admit.
smooooth ! great useful info.
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I use to take the case half's first and place 400 grit sand paper on glass then rubbing the cases across them first then lapping them together it makes for a faster lapping time I just saying an friend showed me this
Sounds good to me.
Sorry I didn't see that you answered my question but I do like the EVO motor that's what I like and I like the older ones I just kind of wanted to know what you really would recommend for that thanks for being so prompt
I apologize for not always giving the answers that people want to hear. Personal preference is just that.
Hi Mike, how do you clean The cases so well? That is the cleanest I have ever seen!
It's hard work. These cases had original black paint in terrible shape. I did them with paint remover and later, "Scotchbrite." I not much for complaining, but, it was miserable and took days. Nice compliment though.
Once you clean them, do you clear coat them in anything? Or do you leave them completely raw?
Do you true your flywheels yourself and if so could you do a video I like to see different techniques. Thanks for your videos.
Yes I do, but not very often. It takes me longer than I like to admit. We'll show it when we need it.
Correct me if I am wrong Mike, I have done something similar and when it is lapped the drag gets more and the sound does not sound as harsh, but smoother, you know what I mean
That's why it's called "Hand Lapping."
Hey Mike,,another good video,, I took the advice of "the big brother " responce,, found out about the oil tank from the book,,, next question is,,,, I am going to use my gas tank as the oil tank for the capacity,, so here's the question,, would it be better to use copper lines or a stainless type of brake lines for the oil feed and return and vent?
Stainless is certainly more durable. But, it's also harder work. You'll need larger diameter than brake lines. We're talking 3/8 here. I've done it with stainless hard lines. Again, "a lot of work." But, always worth it if, when you're done, it's your idea of "cool."
@@pacificmike9501 thanks for the reply Mike,, yea cool is in the eye of the beholder,, enjoy your vidieos and your knowledge
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I enjoy your videos very informative. I wonder if you do any twin cams also? Thankyou
Once in a great while. I generally leave those to the late model guys. I just play with my old stuff mostly. People aren't usually ready to spend what it takes to do a twin cam the way I feel it hshould be done. And, I'm retired.
just finished crankcase lapping with my shovelhead and they were bad, almost like two different engines bolted together. now fitment is perfect. next step is lapping the pinion race. is .0004- .0008 correct clearance? old rollers have .002 clearance
Cool. Ain't life grand?
Very intreresting to see the process, you really fixed that motor nicely, how would it happen that all that water would end up in the crankcase? I have a 99 evo, I hope mine doesnt have any hidden water deposits I dont know of.
The motor was left out in the rain. There were very rough times going on there for a bit. We managed to turn them around again.
Love your work, clear and concise!
Are these cases already a match?
Im only asking because i have a left case with the cracked primary ring but i have another left case ( the right side cracked on this motor ) i can use if this is the way to make it work or am i better off just getting a set?
Much appreciated
There are people who are talented enough to replace that ring. Or, James gaskets makes a gasket that will seal that up just fine. Keep your matched cases.
@@pacificmike9501 very much appreciated for the advice
Thanks Mike. Making things precision is cool even just to watch. Is this something to consider with the mating surfaces of the inner primary, or as the book says "primary chaincase housing" or are gaskets good enough?
I've always used a thick gasket on those aluminum housings and I think lapping those surfaces is a bit of "overkill." Couldn't hurt, but what for? No critical dimensions.
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hay mike i just found your channel i got a 92 fxdc with 24k stone stock except i went to a solid state spark box ware are you out of
I'm retired (just playing at home), and living in Southern California.
great videos and atmosphere here - looks that simple - and it not )) would be good to know you personally
Maybe one day!
What pinion bearings are better? The early two cages,,or the later one cage ? Thanks for the great video's..
I don't know how much longer they last, but the later one cage is sure quick and easy.
Hey Mike, thank you for responding to my last question. I do have another on the subject of EVO crankshaft cases and shafts. This concerns whether I need to replace the timing side bearing. It is confusing in the manual - or I am just not that smart! I have a "green" crank and a series "2" case. With my best measurements my race measures 1.7510" and the shaft 1.250" According to the manual I should replace with a "blue" bearing?? Can I still use the current bearing as it is ? The current bearing and race has no pitting nor heat marks and I would say they were in good condition. Were I to change it should I also change the race? In other words can I just go by the clearance and "feel" of the current setup? I guess when checking the other side, the Timken bearing should be preloaded and checked for end play but if all looks well it should suffice - can the same be said for the timing roller bearings? Many thanks bud... Phil
The way I look at it, you're there. I don't want to leave anything to "chance." The race should be lapped and a new bearing installed. I've seen a lot of people open them up and not replace the bearings. Measure over and over, then lap and replace the bearings. Peace of mind is what it's all about. The final fit is by how it "feels" going together. This is all about you and how you see it. If you're not sure, seek help of someone with more experience.
Love the videos! I have a question if it's not to much trouble. I've sent my cylinders and heads from a 93 EVO to Dave Mackie for a basic rebuild no performance mods. It only has 35000 on it and the first time apart. Would you reuse the head stud? They look like new. I have no problem buying new ones my concern is trouble getting them out. Thanks for any input. Cheers!
Those studs are a tight "interference" fit. You don't remove them if you don't have to. Treat them as per the service manual. Clean and oil the nuts as per their instructions. Then torque the nuts as per either the service manual or the gasket manufacturer. But treat those studs and nuts exactly as per the factory. And, thank you.
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Hey mike are you applying pressure or doing like you would with sand paper and let it work with minimal pressure?
It's light pressure.
Thank you first i like to said I learned A lot from you so the question is a have popping or back firing on slowing down it's on my 2003 dyna 88 twin cam you think it a gasket or a jet problem any help would greatly appreciate 😊
Thank You. Not enough info. What's been changed? Has it been sitting too long? Maybe bad gas. If not, what changes have been made? Check the plugs. Is one light and one dark? If so, vacuum leak, either a line or a leak at the manifold. Gotta tell me what you're dealing with. The only way I knew it was carbureted, is you mentioned a jet.
Mike, what paint stripper did you use to get the powder coat off. I can’t seem to strip mine. I’m using Klean strip aircraft paint remover
I didn't remove any powder coating. That stuff usually has to be blasted off.
Hi Mike I love your stream. I have learned tons about the Evo. Do you have an stream on something as simple as how to remove an Evo from the bike. Thanks keep up the great streams. D-dub
I don't think so. I installed a Shovelhead motor. No big difference. There are several different Evo frames too.
@@pacificmike9501 true and mine is an 1986 FXRS low ride so yea the frame is a little different. Thanks for the speedy response see you on Stream!
I’m actually about take my engine apart as well as a second one I bought due to my pistons exploding in my 92 fatboy
Wow. I hope you figured out why.
Mike what grit of lapping compound your are using?
They don't even tell you on the packaging much anymore. Fine or very fine does it.
Hey Mike, I rebuilt my 98 evo after seeing your videos. 1 year ago,but back cylinder leaks air bubbles when idling, can I retighten the cylinder nuts are do I need to disassembly the top end?
I don't know where it's leaking, but that's how far you need to take it down. Not difficult, but must be correctly done. If you're experiencing a cylinder base leak, I suggest relapping the valves, a fresh set of valve seals, and a new set of piston rings. Again, correct according to the service manual. Torquing is very critical on an Evo top end. I am assuming the rest of the motor is in good shape.
Mike, great instructional vid brother! Your voice is like fine bourbon. By any chance were you a millwright or machinist in a previous career??
I wish. I've certainly had the opportunity to be taught a little from each one of those.
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I see you’re only cleaning the case with a clean rag. Would/could it be harmful to clean the case with any kind of a cleaning solution?
There are lots of cleaners for aluminum. Soap and water work well too. That case was cleaned on the outside with massive amounts of paint remover. It used to be black.
Pacific Mike that’s exactly what I’ll be doing to mine one day when I have to tear it down. I much prefer the raw metal v’s the black. I have this same 97 Evo 80”. I was curious about putting cleaner on the inside of that case. I know many can be damaging to aluminum. Really enjoying what you’re teaching. Thank you Mike for sharing your time and knowledge.
What kind of sealer do you use when you bolt them together? Rtf silicone? Or does it matter?
Any of the good case sealers will do. The most common is called "Three Bond" and is carried by the major suppliers.