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| * Then, shut it off and add oil to the correct level if needed. \\ (most fill to halfway between the add and full line of the dipstick, not to completely FULL) \\ If you fill it completely full you may get oil coming out of the breathers into the air filter especially if you run for long periods at high rpms. ((shanneba of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071954&highlight=oil+tank+pressure&page=2)) | * Then, shut it off and add oil to the correct level if needed. \\ (most fill to halfway between the add and full line of the dipstick, not to completely FULL) \\ If you fill it completely full you may get oil coming out of the breathers into the air filter especially if you run for long periods at high rpms. ((shanneba of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071954&highlight=oil+tank+pressure&page=2)) | ||
| - | ====== Sportster Case Drains Explained ====== | + | ====== Sportster Drain Plugs Explained ====== |
| **The dreaded case drain failure**: \\ | **The dreaded case drain failure**: \\ | ||
| 57-76 cases are notorious for cracked drain holes and thread damage around the sump drain. \\ | 57-76 cases are notorious for cracked drain holes and thread damage around the sump drain. \\ | ||
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| * (It has been said that ) this plug was never meant to be an actual case drain (in street engines). It's purpose has been somewhat of a debate. ((piniongear of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=806833&highlight=drilling+tapping+drain)) See more below. | * (It has been said that ) this plug was never meant to be an actual case drain (in street engines). It's purpose has been somewhat of a debate. ((piniongear of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=806833&highlight=drilling+tapping+drain)) See more below. | ||
| - | |{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:ih_drain_plugs_by_shadowdog500.jpg?direct&400|}}| | + | |{{techtalk:ih:oil:ih_drain_plugs_by_shadowdog500.jpg?direct&400|}}| |
| | Drain plugs in a '75 case ((photo by Shadowdog500 of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=806833&highlight=drilling+tapping+drain&page=2)) | | | Drain plugs in a '75 case ((photo by Shadowdog500 of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=806833&highlight=drilling+tapping+drain&page=2)) | | ||
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| * The same thing can happen to the threads. They can break free upon removal of the plug for the same reasoning above. | * The same thing can happen to the threads. They can break free upon removal of the plug for the same reasoning above. | ||
| - | |{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:1967_crankcase_drain_1_by_ss396.jpg?direct&400|}}|{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:1967_crankcase_drain_2_by_ss396.jpg?direct&400|}}| | + | |{{techtalk:ih:oil:1967_crankcase_drain_1_by_ss396.jpg?direct&400|}}|{{techtalk:ih:oil:1967_crankcase_drain_2_by_ss396.jpg?direct&400|}}| |
| | Crankcase Drain Plug on a 1967 XLCH ((photo by ss396 og the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1864035&highlight=stripped+threads&page=5)) || | | Crankcase Drain Plug on a 1967 XLCH ((photo by ss396 og the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1864035&highlight=stripped+threads&page=5)) || | ||
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| * 1st thing to do is to make sure its the plug. It can be the case seam near the plug. If it is the latter, don't mess with the plug. Look for a weeping case seam and cracks between the plug threads and the case seam. ((Dr Dick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1864035&highlight=Ironhead+Crankcase+Drain+Plug)) | * 1st thing to do is to make sure its the plug. It can be the case seam near the plug. If it is the latter, don't mess with the plug. Look for a weeping case seam and cracks between the plug threads and the case seam. ((Dr Dick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1864035&highlight=Ironhead+Crankcase+Drain+Plug)) | ||
| - | |{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:ih_oil_drain_plug_1_by_ss396.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:ih_oil_drain_plug_2_by_ss396.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:ih_oil_drain_plug_3_by_ss396.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | |{{techtalk:ih:oil:ih_oil_drain_plug_1_by_ss396.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ih:oil:ih_oil_drain_plug_2_by_ss396.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ih:oil:ih_oil_drain_plug_3_by_ss396.jpg?direct&300|}}| |
| |Leak around oil drain plug. ((photo by ss396 of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1864035&highlight=Ironhead+Crankcase+Drain+Plug)) In this instance, the case seam appears to be weeping oil.||| | |Leak around oil drain plug. ((photo by ss396 of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1864035&highlight=Ironhead+Crankcase+Drain+Plug)) In this instance, the case seam appears to be weeping oil.||| | ||
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| * This one is cracked across to the edge of the case. | * This one is cracked across to the edge of the case. | ||
| - | |{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:1968_drain_plug_crack_by_nakina.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | |{{techtalk:ih:oil:1968_drain_plug_crack_by_nakina.jpg?direct&300|}}| |
| | Cracked case at the crankcase drain plug on a 1968 XLCH ((photo by nakina of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1974050&highlight=stripped+threads)) | | | Cracked case at the crankcase drain plug on a 1968 XLCH ((photo by nakina of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1974050&highlight=stripped+threads)) | | ||
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| |1969 XLCH with no sump drains. ((photo by ironheadjunkie of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1595420))| | |1969 XLCH with no sump drains. ((photo by ironheadjunkie of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1595420))| | ||
| - | |{{:techtalk:ih:engmech:69_xlch_2_by_ironheadjunkie.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | |{{techtalk:ih:oil:69_xlch_2_by_ironheadjunkie.jpg?direct&300|}}| |
| ===== 77 and Later Cases ===== | ===== 77 and Later Cases ===== | ||
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| ====== Choosing an Engine Oil ====== | ====== Choosing an Engine Oil ====== | ||
| ==== What Kind or Brand of Oil To Use for a Sportster ==== | ==== What Kind or Brand of Oil To Use for a Sportster ==== | ||
| - | + | {{:techtalk:ref:oil:55_gallon_oil_drum_by_jonesl.jpg?direct&200 |}} | |
| - | * First answer is to use the HD recommendations in the Factory Service Manual (FSM) for your year model. \\ The chart below shows some recommendations for the use of HD oils. \\ And you can contact your nearest HD dealer for current recommendations on the oil they are selling for your ride. \\ See also [[techtalk:ref:oil01#Choosing an Engine Oil Other Than HD Brand]] | + | * ((photo by JonesL of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5806185)) First answer is to use the HD recommendations in the Factory Service Manual (FSM) for your year model. \\ The chart below shows some recommendations for the use of HD oils. \\ And you can contact your nearest HD dealer for current recommendations on the oil they are selling for your ride. \\ See also [[techtalk:ref:oil01#Choosing an Engine Oil Other Than HD Brand]] |
| * The MoCo has a vested interest in keeping your engine healthy and knows exactly what oil their engines like. \\ Plus, no one ever damaged an engine by changing its oil too often. \\ If you want to keep your engine healthy, regular oil changes using the recommended weight and quality of oil is the easiest way to do it. | * The MoCo has a vested interest in keeping your engine healthy and knows exactly what oil their engines like. \\ Plus, no one ever damaged an engine by changing its oil too often. \\ If you want to keep your engine healthy, regular oil changes using the recommended weight and quality of oil is the easiest way to do it. | ||
| * **Development of Genuine Harley Davidson Motorcycle Oil**. ((MMI Fact Sheet on the Development of Harley Davidson Genuine Motorcycle Oil pg 1)) \\ In the late 70's, complaints were received by the MoCo from recreation and touring riders experiencing valve sticking problems. | * **Development of Genuine Harley Davidson Motorcycle Oil**. ((MMI Fact Sheet on the Development of Harley Davidson Genuine Motorcycle Oil pg 1)) \\ In the late 70's, complaints were received by the MoCo from recreation and touring riders experiencing valve sticking problems. | ||
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| ^ |HD Medium Light|40F to 60F| | ^ |HD Medium Light|40F to 60F| | ||
| ^ |HD Regular Heavy|60F and up| | ^ |HD Regular Heavy|60F and up| | ||
| - | ^ |HDExtra Heavy Grade 60|severe engine operating conditions >85F| | + | ^ |HD Premium II Extra Heavy Grade 60 (API SF) ((HD P&A Bulletin #186 dated July 1, 1982))|severe engine operating conditions >85F| |
| ^Year Model^Harley Davidson Type Oil^Viscosity^HD Rating^Ambient Temperature F^Cold Weather Starts Below 50F^ | ^Year Model^Harley Davidson Type Oil^Viscosity^HD Rating^Ambient Temperature F^Cold Weather Starts Below 50F^ | ||
