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IH: Oiling & Lubrication - Sub-04F

Stock 1957-1978 XL, XLH "Kidney" Oil Tanks


1957-1966

1957-1966 tanks had a separate bracket (47371-52) to attach it to the frame.

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1966-1978

From 1967-1978, the bracket was spot welded to the tank.

Oil Cap

There have been negative comments about in-tank oil filters in the past, but these all refer to an old, original “horse hair” filter. 6)
The modern replacements are very good indeed.
But you'll need to shorten your dipstick to use the newer in-tank filters unless you find a “Horsehair” type. 7)
The newer pleated paper ones are a better choice though.
See the example below of shortening the dipstick.

Uncut dipstick. 8) After cutting. 9) Roll pin goes thru the “top” (smaller) hole. 10)


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photo by Magneto Sportster of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2075542&page=4
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