What are the numbers on the Shovelhead oil pump?
The ball, check valve and spring are numbers 18, 19 and 20. http://demonscy.ipower.com/manuals/sh_oil_pump_68-84_1.jpg Springer has also provided you with a link that offers a good solution. The procedure that you follow will obviously be based on your mechanical abilities.
When did the first Harley Davidson shovelhead come out?
When the first Harley OHV twin appeared in 1936 nobody called it a Knuckle, it was just the E-model, or the 61—for cubic inches. Followed in 1941 by the 74-inch F-model. The nickname, according to historians, had to wait until 1948 when the next generation came along and people wanted to differentiate between the two.
What to do about crankcase pressure on Shovelhead V-twin?
Start the engine and let it run at idle for a while with a drain pan under the crank case vent line. This may take a bit of time but it will eventually purge itself of excess oil. Hope this helps! I personally do not perscribe to the hammer and ball method for working on oil pumps.
Why is my Shovelhead crankcase filling up with oil?
New (correctly installed) S&S oil pump. It’s puking oil onto the floor while parked. The engine case is filling up with oil coming from the tank/bag. WTF? Amazingly, after 40 year of “hands-on” experience, I have the same issue with a 1200 FXE.
What kind of oil is in a 1975 Shovelhead?
Bought a 1975 Shovelhead a while back from a very shady character and among other things, when you start the engine, it starts puking tons of oil all over the floor. There is a braided metal line about 6-8″ long with a small filter on the end of it.
When did the Harley Shovelhead engine come out?
The Shovelhead engine was introduced by Harley-Davidson in 1966 and was used until 1984, when it was replaced by the Evolution engine. The engine boasted a 1,340 cc displacement and Harley-Davidson’s classic 45-degree V-twin cylinder arrangement.
What kind of brake fluid does a Harley Shovelhead use?
Models 1975 and later use Dot 5 brake fluid. The front fork oil capacity varied over the 18 years the shovelhead was in production. Instructions for new front forks include the amount of oil required. Models from 1966 to 1969 use 6.5 oz. of fork oil.
How often should you change the oil on a Shovelhead?
That keeps the engine and other moving components lubricated and operating efficiently. The official maintenance recommendation is to change engine oil every 5,000 miles, but changing the oil at 2,500 miles is a good idea for an older shovelhead.