Balancing and Installing a New Front Tire on a 1947 Harley Davidson Knucklehead

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  • čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
  • The "Project Bike" is awaiting "stuff." Therefore, we'll take care of "who needs what?" The Knucklehead needs a new front tire, so that's what's happening tioday.

Komentáře • 222

  • @chuckallison2485
    @chuckallison2485 Před 4 lety +3

    I enjoy your videos, thanks for posting them. In the middle of an 87 FLHTP being brought back to life again.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You. 87 was a great year for Evos, and the police bikes even more so.

  • @stephenstorms6033
    @stephenstorms6033 Před 4 lety +4

    There’s no replacement for good old fashion craftsmanship.

  • @ralphtotoro9885
    @ralphtotoro9885 Před 4 lety +10

    I hope to be like you. Doing everything I love.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +7

      We all hope for that. It wasn't always fun and games. But, all and all, I wouldn't change any of it.

    • @ollelindskog4531
      @ollelindskog4531 Před 3 lety +1

      I have done that for most of my life.... working with things I love. I have noticed two things... 1'st thing is that it's so easy t work too much and 2'nd is that I have had to get a new hobby a few times. But I've had so much fun.

  • @rebel_ltz
    @rebel_ltz Před 2 lety

    I love rewatching your older videos, too!

  • @shanecoker8566
    @shanecoker8566 Před 4 lety +2

    Years ago when my bike mechanic retired he taught me how to change and balance my on tires. I went out and bought a manual tire machine and static balancer. That was the best money spent ever, now I even do my car tires. Love your videos. 🍻

  • @godfellas483
    @godfellas483 Před 4 lety +6

    Thanks for the video! Good to see someone else using a Sport Rib tire up front. I thought I might be the only one...🙂

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +3

      I hate to admit it, but, that tire is there because it looks right.

    • @MrBadgas
      @MrBadgas Před 4 lety +1

      Godfella's ......left.

    • @godfellas483
      @godfellas483 Před 4 lety

      ?

    • @sswcustomsewing4276
      @sswcustomsewing4276 Před 3 lety

      I run 21" speedy ribbed front tire on my 2000 Softail Standard it is my favorite for many reasons other than its simple clean look. I don't see very many running them oh well more for us that do.

  • @charlesrockit6352
    @charlesrockit6352 Před 4 lety +3

    Great vid we've always done our own tires in 55 and started when i was 16 .ive still got my pops old tools and always feel like hes there with me today when i use them.
    Ride hard ride safe be well

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You. I have the same connection with my departed dad and his tools.

  • @johnandlorimenomoneefallsw1133

    thank you for sharing your knowledge very hands on and detailed thank you.

  • @timtharp835
    @timtharp835 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks Mike. You make my life easier. I look forward to all your vidios.

  • @MrBadgas
    @MrBadgas Před 4 lety +4

    Great video Mike!, “Fast” Fred would be be proud. My favorite road trip gorilla story is still Gary and I lifting the back end of his dresser onto a milk crate in the parking garage of a casino in Reno so you could you could fix his brakes. The coffee wasn’t bad either. Best ride ever.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +2

      It was monumental, or some kind of mental. Now, if we could just tell the stories of that trip out loud. And, as always, the coffee was great. And those black margaritas, and, and...

  • @steveng.6267
    @steveng.6267 Před 3 lety

    I just dropped off my old tire and wheel and a new tire to be mounted and balanced at the local shop-$65. Tire balancer is $35 new on eBay. I think I know how I’m doing it from now on! Thanks for the lesson Mike!

  • @jonhaddican268
    @jonhaddican268 Před 4 lety +2

    Great video, thank you. Don't get a chance to watch as much as I want. Please keep them coming, PEACE.

  • @engleharddinglefester4285

    I know the feeling about waiting for parts...
    There's so much to be done though that waiting just means you get to work on something else.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      You're right. I've been on the phone a lot. The front end is at the frame shop. They set up and do several springers together. Much more efficient. I have to be patient. Got the wheels done. dealing for the tanks I want. The chassis goes together first. The trans is done. Sit tight. I'm not just letting it fall by the wayside. And, there are money issues.

  • @sswcustomsewing4276
    @sswcustomsewing4276 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Mike for sharing your knowledge here. I enjoy reading the other people's comments here too. I only know a little bit about stuff I will always remain teachable and its just fun learning. So I wish you and yours the very best please stay safe and healthy. I would hand you the whole raisin pie if I could yet hopefully this will work 🥧

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank You. Glad you're enjoying this stuff. I enjoy the comments.

    • @sswcustomsewing4276
      @sswcustomsewing4276 Před 3 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 What are your thoughts on the 5.00 - 16 SM MK2 rear tyre ? That is what I have been running on my 2000 Softail Standard. I did re jet the carb over the summer it was way too lean. Now its a tiny bit rich I thought about a very small float adjustment might fix that yet the plugs read fine. I don't understand why people replace those factory carbs on those twin cam 88 engines yet why do people run a Dominator carburetor on a 283 small block ? To each his own I guess. Thank you.

  • @Saveourfreedom
    @Saveourfreedom Před 4 lety +1

    realy cool Video. another part i can learn from you. thank you Mike

  • @Svande51
    @Svande51 Před 4 lety +7

    I use a Mark Parnes Balancer, like yours ,and my electronic balancer too.. No real difference in that the electronic one gets within 1/10 of a OZ no problem Pretty much the same as the manual one in general. I like to use the Mark Parnes to get the whole rotating assembly marked for the heavy of light spot on the wheel. Then I setup the tire correctly (Dots) to minimize the weights needed. Electronic is a bit faster on most wheels, and can work real well. No contest on using my tire mounting machine for dismounting and mounting tires.. I have spoons, and a Nomar bar just because they can help a bit here, and there. The bead breaker is worth it's weight in gold,
    Be the way. Nomar mounting lube is really good stuff.. Although Murphy's oil soap works really well too.If it drys out in my lube bucket it get thick like the Nomar paste. Both a veq. based, and causes zero issues with rims /etc.. It's slippery as snot.. I mostly work of Sport bikes but a few Can-am/1000 pound touring bikes once, and a while..
    Mike, I do like your vids.. Lots of good info, and nice laid back style.. World needs a bit more of that now..:)

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +3

      And I appreciate the things you're doing, and I appreciate your sharing them.

    • @carmelojerome9214
      @carmelojerome9214 Před 3 lety

      I know im randomly asking but does anybody know of a way to get back into an Instagram account?
      I somehow forgot my login password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!

    • @kingstonkelvin2205
      @kingstonkelvin2205 Před 3 lety

      @Carmelo Jerome instablaster =)

    • @carmelojerome9214
      @carmelojerome9214 Před 3 lety

      @Kingston Kelvin Thanks so much for your reply. I found the site through google and im waiting for the hacking stuff now.
      Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

    • @carmelojerome9214
      @carmelojerome9214 Před 3 lety

      @Kingston Kelvin It worked and I now got access to my account again. I am so happy:D
      Thanks so much you saved my account :D

  • @proudpennsylvaniaman7996
    @proudpennsylvaniaman7996 Před 4 lety +1

    I line the dot up on the tire with the valve stem and run it no weights or balance. Never really had a vibration or anything
    Awesome you got some of your old mans tools still

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +2

      That's a good place to start, then balance that front tire. You'll love it. But, some brands come from the factory, balanced better than others. Yah, my old man taught me my love of tools. He left me some very cool things, especially his appreciation of them.

  • @ljgaines8170
    @ljgaines8170 Před 4 lety +1

    Like always Mike I enjoy your videos very very much just staying in touch with you making sure you're healthy and safe you and your family God bless you brother catch you next time

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You. And, the best to you and yours. You know, we all need each other.

  • @arthurlemaster245
    @arthurlemaster245 Před 2 lety

    Thanks Mike. I always learn something from you!

  • @shovel_head80
    @shovel_head80 Před 4 lety +3

    Perfect timing , sir. Just rolled one up and your video dropped.

  • @danielritchey3738
    @danielritchey3738 Před 4 lety +2

    Mike it seamed you was answering my question i ask you few days ago on the flat head. I love you're videos. Thank you

  • @dennisc.1189
    @dennisc.1189 Před 4 lety +2

    Nice job on the balancing your front tire. The project bike will happen when it's timing is right for it and it will be worth the wait.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You. We're getting there.

    • @MrBadgas
      @MrBadgas Před 4 lety +1

      Dennis C. 100%. It will happen when it happens and we’ll be here when it does. A “Real” build takes time. We can relax and roll with it.

  • @onlyhereonce7290
    @onlyhereonce7290 Před 4 lety +1

    Another great video. As usual. Thank you.

  • @coryc3157
    @coryc3157 Před 3 lety

    I'm watching this in my garage and when that wheel weight flung off, I heard it hit the ground and I immediately looked to my shop floor for it. Haha. Just trying to catch a glimpse of it before it rolls off into obscurity.

  • @davidcook1166
    @davidcook1166 Před 4 lety +1

    Mike....I balance exactually the same as you. I learned it as a young teenager from my dad who rode them in the 30s.....walt....tulsa,ok

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Cool. Originally, most guys used solder wrapped around the spokes.

  • @savalistriplett5910
    @savalistriplett5910 Před 3 lety

    That is a proper chopper. Nothing on TV as good as these vids. I would like to see some photos of you and the bikes you have built/owned through the years. Or hear a story. Thanks.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 3 lety

      My bikes are on our CZcams channel. Story telling isn't on the menu yet, but little stuff comes up here and there. I think the interest is more on the motorcycles than me.

  • @otorcycle2245
    @otorcycle2245 Před 4 lety

    Автор Вы настоящий мотоциклист !👍Уважаю людей кто даже в пожилом возрасте занимается с мотоциклами!👍Все уважение!

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You. I appreciate your subscription and your interest. Your thoughts and opinions are also appreciated. Stay safe in this difficult time.

  • @Brandn43
    @Brandn43 Před 3 lety +1

    I’m going to do this my self! I’ll use your video is reference! Thanks!

  • @stanroberts4820
    @stanroberts4820 Před 4 lety +1

    My old girl is ready for a new front tire. I'll break her down and put an Avon speed master on. That's the way I balance one too. Great job

  • @jobuck893
    @jobuck893 Před 4 lety +1

    Another great video Mike it's good to see people who know how do their own stuff and don't have to have a$5000 machine

  • @Cromwell648
    @Cromwell648 Před 4 lety +1

    Hi Mike.
    If I may say so, a very nicely "balanced" video 😷

  • @billyfield8984
    @billyfield8984 Před 4 lety +1

    i would love to see your service manuals,give us a tutorial on whats the best manual to own,etc.
    Also,would love to see your tools,your favorite homemade tools,antique but well used tools,and some of the must haves and any info on a rental source for expensive tools,maybe combine both these ideas into 1 video or not.
    No response necessary as this is not a question.thank you specific mike,lol

  • @vanislandsteve
    @vanislandsteve Před 4 lety +1

    I have the same balancer👍🏻. I secure the weight with a small piece of tape until I get it right then install it correctly. Good video tnx.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      Thank You. I tape the stickons. Could probably do that.

  • @dozergyp
    @dozergyp Před 4 lety +1

    Mike, Is the man👍

  • @-dirk-65
    @-dirk-65 Před 4 lety +3

    2:35 ; Time SOMEONE takes my own & also a well represented position in Zen And The Art Of Motorcycle Maintenance. Some of us like to ride minus the 'maintenence/repair' aspect. My own FAVORITE feature of two wheels is noone expects I have tools with me. Maybe you don't understand, but I've been 'handy' all my life. Vacation & motorcycle have become synonymous for an otherwise undeniable 'workaholic'. Ride to Live.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +3

      I used to get so tired of working that I took my vacations alone. A long ride on my bike with no friends to take care of was quite relaxing. I get it.

  • @elsdp-4560
    @elsdp-4560 Před 4 lety

    THANK YOU...for sharing.

  • @truethought369
    @truethought369 Před 4 lety

    Thanks Mike for the demo on wheel building, I learnt allot. Like all things, if you know the right way to do something + some
    good old common sense.Everything is possible. Of course: Common sense, is not so common any more!

  • @robertdees2179
    @robertdees2179 Před 4 lety

    My dad's 1963 panhead was that same yellow as your bike. He also had black cobweb paint over that. Always liked that yellow

  • @ronsimonson4812
    @ronsimonson4812 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks mike

  • @ronmeijer1305
    @ronmeijer1305 Před 4 lety

    hey mike, I am not a big motor cyclist, from time to time I am on a rental bike, but anyway I learned already a lot from you guys. Thanks a lot from the Netherlands.

  • @DeuceDevil
    @DeuceDevil Před 4 lety

    Such a Beautiful Sled! Cheers Mike, East Coast Canada 😈

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You Very Much. There are several videos on her. Take a look through our "Videos" list from our CZcams Home page.

    • @DeuceDevil
      @DeuceDevil Před 4 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 Don't worry my Brother. I've subscribed, tapped the bell and gone through a lot of your excellent videos. Can't wait until I can purchase my Decal to support you ! From East Coast Canada 😈

  • @arthurnava4518
    @arthurnava4518 Před 4 lety +1

    Great job Mike and keep them coming 😎👍

  • @ABud12921
    @ABud12921 Před 4 lety +1

    Hey Mike!
    Thanks for another awesome on line educational course 😃!
    I said it before and I will say it again,, all of your videos are so informative, I sincerely appreciate your knowledge that you’re sharing with us! Especially on our precious vintage machines. Thank you again Mike, stay sharp, stay safe, and stay well.
    PS, have you thought anymore about a web-site so that we can share photos and info?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Yes, I've been thinking hard. All of these things take time.

  • @crspcritter
    @crspcritter Před 4 lety +1

    Hey mike 👋🏻 thanks fer the good stuff you show . Wife’s watch’n some boring show . I put on Michelin’s now scorcher 31 . I spin mine on axle on jack stands . I should get a stand ( harbor Freight) I guess . Another 50 Mi ride through pi town and pipes early this morning. 2-3 times a week now . Same ride but at least it’s a ride without someone on my tail - Cali fun - I sure like the perforated baffles with fiberglass wrap . I get out early without bothering neighbors.😁 It was a great ride ; nice en cool twisties and hills . Pipes sounded great. Much deeper tone . When I started first time wife said stuff falling off wall in house ( wall between garage and house) 😁. Much deeper -& throaty . Well I hopes you get out fer ride . I go bonkers without ride once & while . She’s a beauty that wheel and front end . 🤠✊👍🏻👌🙏🏻

  • @ivohrazanek5766
    @ivohrazanek5766 Před 4 lety

    Mike, super tutorial. It looks easy. Thank you! I didnt know, I can to do it in my garage. I will order weights and and try it. Greetings from Europe!

  • @I_am_kustom
    @I_am_kustom Před 4 lety +1

    Cool. Now I know! Thanks for sharing.

  • @thakery5720
    @thakery5720 Před 4 lety

    Over my 44 years of riding I have noticed that tyres have become better made and no longer seem to require so much weight to balance them. That said, spoked wheels seem to need balancing more probably due to the (steel) rim's method of construction - it starts as a flat piece of steel that is rolled into a hoop and welded, then spun some more to give it's final shape.
    It is the welded area that causes the imbalance - some alloy rims are made slightly differently as there is no welding. They start as a flat circle of alloy and are made purely by spinning ('knocking over' the outer part over a drum mandrel ) and the excess - or centre - is cut out before more spinning is done to finalise the shape of the rim ( I used to work for a wheel rim manufacturer)
    I found that once a wheel is balanced it'll be to a degree where I just change tyres and leave the balancing alone - I ride Harleys and don't notice the extra vibrations - maybe I should get my cranks balanced ! Cast wheels seem to be pretty good from the get-go and I never balance them, but I am 61 and riding a Harley not a race bike !

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      Thank You. That's a lot of great information. I spend time and energy getting that front wheel balanced as well as possible. I also find that tire manufacturers make tires that differ alot. I think tires are way better than we've ever had. But, certain brands are already in balance and certain ones are not at all. I believe that with the pulsations of a Harley motor, balancing the rear wheel means nothing. But again, that front makes quite a difference.

    • @thakery5720
      @thakery5720 Před 4 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 OK, thanks for the observation about the rear tyres and Harleys power delivery. I use Avon tyres front and rear and both fronts - I have two bikes - seem to be almost as well balanced as your wheel there.... which is just as well as I use Harley cast wheels and the stick-on weights (which a dealer used ) fall off anyway !

  • @robertbusack2100
    @robertbusack2100 Před 2 lety

    THERE IT IS Well done!! Years ago when i had my auto bodyshop we used the (STATE OF THE ART BUBBLE BALANCER) HHHAAHHAAAA You could get them pretty close BUT we handeled TOO MUCH DEadly Lead as You remarked.... In a pinch If I was out of real spoke weights i would use heavy solid solder and wrap the spokes .. It worked fine.>>> Ride Easy FRIEND!

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 2 lety

      Wrapping solder on spokes is the old method. I remember watching it as a kid. Weight is weight. Today, I see it when someone is trying to make their bike "old traditional." I use a stand and balance wheels manually. I've compared mine to electronic balancers and I get them closer. For a front wheel on a high speed roadbike, I'm very particular. Take care.

  • @travist7912
    @travist7912 Před 4 lety

    Still to this day coats 280 bubble balancer is the top notch in my opinion

  • @hddm3
    @hddm3 Před 4 lety

    I like to use the dyna beads. Works real good for me. If I had a set up like yours I’d do that instead. Thanks mike

  • @charlestapp27
    @charlestapp27 Před 4 lety

    I'm no expert,far feom it, but you didn't say anything about the direction of the tire. Mine has a arrow to make sure I don't put it on backwards, but I'm sure you mentioned that when you mounted the tire on the wheel.I Love your videos, Mike.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You. I forgot to mention it because this particular tire is not "directional." It doesn't know the difference. It's kind of a very old style tire, but it looks right on the bike.

    • @charlestapp27
      @charlestapp27 Před 4 lety

      That's what I thought as I was looking at the tread. Thanks for your reply. Means a lot.

  • @josephcivita1450
    @josephcivita1450 Před 2 lety

    I use steel weights with set screws. Easy on and of, and reusable.

  • @markmcsheffreysr6890
    @markmcsheffreysr6890 Před 2 lety

    Cool stuff man

  • @rareform6747
    @rareform6747 Před 4 lety

    You should be on Sirrus Deep Tracks ! Pacific Mike here next is Robin Trower

  • @michaelmitchell5909
    @michaelmitchell5909 Před 4 lety

    Wow man, that knuckle is beautiful there Mike...just an awesome ride!....the older I get the more I'm liking the older harleys....shovel heads my favorite, with electronic ignition tho...im not that old, lol....take care man.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      Have a look by going to the Pacific Mike CZcams Channel. There's everything you just mentioned and more.

    • @michaelmitchell5909
      @michaelmitchell5909 Před 4 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 thank you for responding Mike!....I've been a subscriber for a while now and I've seen just about every video you've done sir!... I love your channel. Your content you share with us all is priceless

  • @KMaC-wt9lr
    @KMaC-wt9lr Před 4 lety

    A bit like watching Bob Ross, but using 20W-50 for his oil of choice. 👍

  • @randynorris6598
    @randynorris6598 Před 4 lety

    Excellent video Mike 👍

  • @jasons2980
    @jasons2980 Před 4 lety +1

    Mike, when you do the balancing do you also check for any type of runout? Like to make sure the wheel is perfectly round? Or that the rim doesn't have any type of warpage?

  • @balmori.hangarage
    @balmori.hangarage Před 3 lety

    ha ha ha damn!!! I guess I would be that "gorilla Guy"!! any way best regards from Mexico Mike!!

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 3 lety

      Good to hear from you. My best to you and all of yours.

  • @RenegadesGarage
    @RenegadesGarage Před 4 lety +3

    Pacific Mike.. Great video.. What brand of wheel balancer is that?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +3

      Thank You. That one is a Metzler.

    • @RenegadesGarage
      @RenegadesGarage Před 4 lety +3

      @@pacificmike9501 Thanks for letting me know.. I appreciate what you do.

  • @joeesparza1883
    @joeesparza1883 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for all your efforts videoing ( better give a shout out to your camera man !)
    Note: Did you see S&S is dropping pan and knuckle case production :|

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +2

      That's sad. I didn't know that. But, there are other manufacturers. There was a couple O different companies at the Born Free Show last year that were producing awesome stuff.

  • @bobpeters6532
    @bobpeters6532 Před 4 lety +1

    Hi Mike! I'm 67 years old and thanks to you, I'm still learning new things about Harley-Davidson motorcycles. My current project is a 1977 Harley FLH bobber. Shortly after I purchased the bike, it dumped all of it's oil into the crankcase. This wouldn't be a problem ordinarily, except that the new Keihin CV carburetor had never been properly set up, and it dumped a pile of fuel into the crankcase as well.. Now I'm a little nervous about firing the bike up to pump the contents of the crankcase back into the oil tank. Since the Shovelhead crankcase doesn't have a drain plug, I was wondering if you have any suggestions? (By the way, I really appreciate that your videos are not littered with profanity.)

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank You. Plugs out. Crank it over, little at a time, and it should pump it out through the breather hose. Drain the oil tank first. I said "a little at a time" so you don't burn up the starter. If no starter, pull the cam cover and let it drain as much as it can.

  • @firebearva
    @firebearva Před 3 lety

    Yes things seem to be on backorder. I am waiting for a cam sensor to arrive, so I know what you mean.

  • @thekid4698
    @thekid4698 Před rokem

    You are really trusting that stand broke a stand about ten years ago just kicking it

  • @tomconners8497
    @tomconners8497 Před 4 lety

    👏👏👏

  • @jasonmills1091
    @jasonmills1091 Před 4 lety

    Hey, Mike... 72 shovel, 93”stoker with dual head(4spark plug). I gap my spark plugs to .028-.033 per my Harley manual. Do I use these specs or what? I tuned the carb and plug was golden brown color

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      Probably depends a lot on the fuel you use. The brands do vary, alot. The gap is probably fine. There's a lot of fire there. You have adequate spark, I'm sure. Try retarding your timing a little. I don't know what you're using for a cam, but dual plugs generally like a little less advance, like maybe 28 degrees. Just, give it a try. Maybe not exactly, but close.

  • @joeesparza1883
    @joeesparza1883 Před 3 lety

    mike , the foreword edge rear fender clearance on shiftier side seams so close , will you leave it or shape it to clear

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 3 lety +1

      Oh yes. We'll be there soon. The fender will need a lot. But, it's the real deal. It's a genuine HD forty-something rear fender that has been "bobbed."

  • @robertoliver219
    @robertoliver219 Před 4 lety +1

    I"m going to ask a beginers question how do you know how much weight to start with

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Try any one of the weights first and see. After a while, when you turn the wheel and watch how fast it drops, you'll see. You'll just become experienced at it, and it takes less and less time.

  • @tubsVR-if7rt
    @tubsVR-if7rt Před 4 lety

    This is steve from paso Robles.

  • @keithparr8880
    @keithparr8880 Před 4 lety +1

    I would enjoy to be a full time You tuber

  • @getoffmygrass6974
    @getoffmygrass6974 Před 4 lety

    Good morning Mr. Pacific. So I do all my own work right down to splitting cases, except for tires, I've always figured they're the only two pieces of rubber keeping you upright, basically no room for era. I go through a minimum of one set per summer season but now, after seeing this tutorial I think I may try it myself next time. I kinda wished you showed how you do it but there are a million videos. None the less, that's it? Basically when balancing you don't want any heavy spots? Is there a need to spin the tire a little faster after balancing to make sure it's true, or could doing that possibly give you false readings? Thanks for the lesson Mike, take care of yourself.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      When mounting a tire, you want to be sure it beads up against the rim all the way around on both sides. Now, it's on the balancing stand. It should already be established that the wheel is true. The tire should already be carefully inspected. The speed you're turning it has nothing to do with it. I'm assuming it's in good shape, so a good spin could keep it going quite a while.

    • @getoffmygrass6974
      @getoffmygrass6974 Před 4 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 Perfect, that's exactly the answer i was looking for Mike. Thanks again

  • @larrys.3992
    @larrys.3992 Před 4 lety +1

    Before I press up a tire. I try to balance and I will move the tire on the rim. Every now and then I can get away with adding no weights.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +2

      I used to do that. I'd just mark it and move it on the rim until I had it balanced. Fun. A little time consuming.

    • @sswcustomsewing4276
      @sswcustomsewing4276 Před 3 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 That is also my preferred method. I run a 21" Speedmaster on my 2000 Softail Standard. I think the Speedmaster ribbed front is the best front tire they are very true, keep the vibration from the road down in the hands for long rides, fine in the rain, and my dad said he preferred the 18" Speedmaster front tires on the old front engine dragster. Grooved pavement they can be a little interesting. Thank you for your videos.

  • @marcuslambert2162
    @marcuslambert2162 Před 3 lety

    out of curiosity what does that dice valve stem cap weigh?

  • @1masterfly1
    @1masterfly1 Před 4 lety

    Once again more great content. I personally prefer to avoid the electric balances. You just get so much closer with manual balances. Cant wait to see what's next with the project! When you gonna name her? Is this a process or a 1st ride thing? Can't wait man. Im excited.

  • @daltonbusse6170
    @daltonbusse6170 Před 4 lety

    I have a question not related at all to this video but I’m hoping you can help me. I have a 1950 hydra glide fl with an s&s “shorty” carb on it. I recently moved states and now live in a town where the is 4,300 ft altitude. The carb was jetted by a friend in Ohio at 600 ft altitude while I was away. I’m having problems with throttle response at higher speeds and some backfire at low speeds. The carb has the smallest pilot jet and the smallest primary just in it currently. Not sure if I should go up a size or keep trying to adjust it?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      It's probably running rich. I can't believe someone put the smallest pilot jet in it. Instead of me going through it from the beginning, go to sscycle.com and bring up their directions. They'll tell you where to start. But at 4300 feet, I'm sure you're running rich. Look at your plugs.

    • @daltonbusse6170
      @daltonbusse6170 Před 4 lety

      The plugs are black when I pull them off and wet with gas. Thank you!

    • @roberte3955
      @roberte3955 Před 4 lety

      I have a stock 74" shovel with the same carburetor. I live at 6000 feet. My main jet is .070 and my intermediate is .031. I've ridden it as low at 4000 feet and as high as 9000 feet. It kick starts easy and runs smooth at all those elevations. I had to play with the idle mixture and the accelerator pump but once set, I haven't had to make any adjustments for the different altitudes.

  • @billvandyne4685
    @billvandyne4685 Před 2 lety

    Mike--is it possible to get a good balance while the wheel is mounted on the forks--ie w/o a balancing stand?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 2 lety

      If you can do it with no drag, i.e. the calipers removed and anything else that would drag (speedo drive). Be sure and have any "rotating mass" installed. In other words, whatever spins as part of the wheel, such as brake rotors or drum. Should work just fine.

    • @billvandyne4685
      @billvandyne4685 Před 2 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 Thank you, Mike!

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 2 lety +1

      Happy balancing act.

  • @knobbytrails577
    @knobbytrails577 Před 3 lety +1

    Good video, but rather than hammering those weights on and off looking for the perfect balance, why don't you just tape them on until you are happy with the result, and only then hammer them on?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 3 lety +2

      I usually do.

    • @sswcustomsewing4276
      @sswcustomsewing4276 Před 3 lety

      Clay pieces and a triple beam scale work if you have the time. I can be a bit of a perfectionist with balancing haha.

  • @tubsVR-if7rt
    @tubsVR-if7rt Před 4 lety

    Hey Mike can you do a video on Adjusting clutches and troubleshoot clutches slipping. The 71 Shovelhead motor that you built me has to much power have already switch one Clutch out still having slipping issues.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Maybe, you should step up to a really nice clutch. Maybe a Rivera Pro clutch or even a Baker unit. I can't plug brands, but, there is a couple of suggestions.

    • @tubsVR-if7rt
      @tubsVR-if7rt Před 4 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 ok thanks

  • @MrMcbuck48
    @MrMcbuck48 Před 4 lety +1

    Have you ever thought of teaching in a trade school or starting your own school to pass on all your knowledge ?
    you have a way of explaining thing that most do not.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      Thank You. I"m retired. Don't know enough people to pay me to teach. But, a nice complimentary thought.

  • @artmace6717
    @artmace6717 Před 2 lety +1

    It had a box of power and a dirt bike it's a truck took what you do is you put your tire on your dirt bike first then balance it if it goes to the right you're a good shape if you go to the mud like I'm going to go do neck this coming weekend it depending oh yeah boys this is the 7th round and GMC racing Milford Ohio good GMC live mike check her out we'll see what I'm talking about from Ohio

  • @bp626indamix1
    @bp626indamix1 Před 4 lety

    Hey mike im in southern california as well. I just bought a panhead chopper and would like to pick your brain about it. Where is your shop located?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      I am sorry. I'm retired. You've sen my home garage on the channel. No business.

  • @mikaldene7146
    @mikaldene7146 Před 4 lety

    Hey Mike, Whats the hottest air temp safe to ride an air cooled Harley Evo 70mph?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      Tough call. The service manual, however, does address this in the "product" section.

    • @sswcustomsewing4276
      @sswcustomsewing4276 Před 3 lety +1

      I tested that a few summers riding around the desert roads of the Southwest where if you leave your harley in the direct sunlight you can hear a hissing sound which is your gasoline kinda boiling or fry an egg on the asphalt. I just kept a really close eye on my engine oil level in those hot areas along with the tire inflation and enjoyed the ride. Stay hydrated with water and eat right too you should be fine. If you find out that answer can you let me know please I would be curious. Thank You

  • @ronsimonson4812
    @ronsimonson4812 Před 4 lety

    76 flh front jug using oil any ideas?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      Generally either going past the pistons and rings, or through the valve guides.

  • @chrispiazza7487
    @chrispiazza7487 Před 4 lety

    Hi Mike. Mind telling me what kind of shoe you wear? They look mighty comfortable. Thanks!

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      Those are Redwing work boots. I have some foot issues. I require a tall heel and lots of support and room for my orthodics. With all that going on, I put on my boots every morning and walk my dog. The boots work, we both enjoy our walk, and we're way off in love.

  • @jasonmills1091
    @jasonmills1091 Před 4 lety

    Question, would you dyno tuning a shovelhead?

  • @terrymassey7619
    @terrymassey7619 Před 4 lety

    Hey Mike I have a question you may be able to help with! I have a late 1979 fxe, I installed a 75 fl front end. I recently bought a set of newer 16 in. spoke wheels with no axles. How can I convert my older smaller axles to fit the new larger style axle hubs? I'm guessing different bearings & spacers, if so can u recomend a source or a trick up your sleeve? Btw, love ur channel! It is extremely helpful! An u seem like a great soul! Thanks n keep up the good work!!!

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      I assume you're wanting the late model sealed bearings using the newer wheels that use them. If you have wheels that use bearings for a 1" axle, change the bearings to fit 3/4" axles. That is what I did on the Centerline wheel on the back of my Shovelhead. Any shop that carries parts for Harleys, should have the bearings. I'm using late model legs on the front end with a 1" axle. This allowed the late hub I used in my 21" wheel. Go for it. Not difficult, but you'll need the tools to change those bearings, or have it done.

    • @terrymassey7619
      @terrymassey7619 Před 4 lety

      @@pacificmike9501 Thanks for the info and quick reply Mike, greatly appreciated! Keep on keepin' on! Love what your doin' , thanks once again sir! Probably more questions to come in the future! Hope to see you on the road!

  • @tarmak968
    @tarmak968 Před 4 lety

    Mike what do you think about the balance beads you install in the tire?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety +1

      I've never tried them.

    • @sswcustomsewing4276
      @sswcustomsewing4276 Před 3 lety +1

      They turn into powder and are more of a pain I think. What this guy shows with the static stand is my go to method.

  • @haroldwiser2641
    @haroldwiser2641 Před 4 lety

    👍

  • @ThePerfectSeason1972
    @ThePerfectSeason1972 Před 4 lety

    You’re the best Mike, are you going to try and make Sturgis?

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      I went in 87 and again in 90. That's kind of a large crowd. I thank you, but, I don't think so.

  • @loddude5706
    @loddude5706 Před 4 lety +2

    Ah, the weighty joys of gravity, her constant never fails,
    (Even when she's had a few & trying to do her nails? . . No, no, naughty, carry on)
    whether your load be large or small, she tippeth fair the scales. (Better)
    For either side doth the planet pull, it's down to equal mass,
    so maketh sure thy stand stands straight, 'cos the 'up & down' adds class.
    Never try it sideyways, it simply will not work,
    you just end up with a gyroscope & feeling like a berk.
    So do it the way that Michael does, & cure that front end shake,
    nor do you need some gizmo box, you've a planet for goodness sake!
    (Here I sit, ranting about well balanced things . . . oh, the irony : )

    • @jonhaddican268
      @jonhaddican268 Před 4 lety

      I get it, you're not balanced, right ? Or are you, and you've just blown my mind.

    • @pacificmike9501
      @pacificmike9501  Před 4 lety

      You're probably the most "well balanced" of all of us.

  • @damachine3
    @damachine3 Před 4 lety +1

    4:12 Physics-wise...the heaviest part could be at the bottom and the lightest part could be anywhere, depending on distribution of weight.

  • @randallwallace3145
    @randallwallace3145 Před 4 lety

    What do you think of using Dyna Beads?

  • @leroysmith5074
    @leroysmith5074 Před 4 lety

    hello mike its me leroy

  • @charlesrockit6352
    @charlesrockit6352 Před 4 lety

    Meant im 55 lol not in