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Jul 12th, 2009, 12:06 AM
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Ride: 83 FXRS
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Engine Revival
Ok, so once I get the gas tank and carb. re-installed. what is the best way to prep an old Shovelhead for restarting? The 83 FXRS was put up when the carb. caught fire. Supposedly the rest of the engine was fine up until then, my uncle sez... Change the oil? Are there other things I should consider? Asking the most experience folks out there and thanks in advance!
Dean Last edited by asontx; Jul 12th, 2009 at 12:07 AM. Reason: addition |
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Jul 12th, 2009, 12:30 AM
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Ride: 2008 Road King Classic.
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Re: Engine Revival
Change oil .. plugs .. put soem oil down the cylinders and turn over engine with plugs out by putting in gear and turning rear tire .. once ya did that i would spin it over with started before i tried to start it to build up oil pressure
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Jul 12th, 2009, 01:13 AM
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Ride: 103" 2009 Ultra Classic
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Re: Engine Revival
Good advice, definately lube the cylinders before you turn it over (with the plugs out) before you attempt to start it. I'd take time to check drain the tank/inspect wires also. Charge the battery good and crank her up.
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Jul 13th, 2009, 07:55 AM
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Ride: 83 FXRS
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Re: Engine Revival
Cool, that makes sense, how about the lower parts of the motor, the crankcase, the transmission. After sitting for 19 years is there anything I should check out there before turning it over? Thanks, appreciate the responses.
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Jul 13th, 2009, 06:34 PM
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Re: Engine Revival
not a lot you could do with out takeing it apart
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