Automatic oiler delete
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Automatic oiler delete
Hey all, I picked up a '74 FLH a couple of month ago. I'm going to delete the auto oiler and want to do it right. I guess I could just plug the meter tube/line and run a seal O ring chain? I'd rather just do away with the whole constant feed and return thing set up to the primary. I'm guessing they did that to keep fresh oil in the primary? So what am I missing? Would that be the same thing?........plug the feed and return line openings and then just re-route delete the feed line? And if so would I need a more modern (modern being a relative thing here) oil pump? I ask because I'm not sure how much pressure would build on the deleted line from the pump or. I looked for a thread regarding this but didn't see one, if there is one kindly point me there. Thanks
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Here ya go.
BTW. I've never heard of an "O" ring primary chain. You still need lube in the chain case. Secondary drive chains however do come in an "O" ring style and it would be wise to run one so you can shut off that automatic chain oiler. Use a manual chain lube and keep the oil off your rear tire and wheel.
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BTW. I've never heard of an "O" ring primary chain. You still need lube in the chain case. Secondary drive chains however do come in an "O" ring style and it would be wise to run one so you can shut off that automatic chain oiler. Use a manual chain lube and keep the oil off your rear tire and wheel.
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Yep ... I started to comment but didn't want to add "further confusion" to the brew :<(
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Thanks
panz4ever seemed to know exactly what I was asking 
. Thanks fellas, I should have been more specific I shouldn't have assumed you know I meant the final and not primary chain. I've never heard of a sealed O ring primary either. And eventually I'd like to go with a closed belt primary so any input on that would be appreciated. And I need to spend more time figuring out the mechanics of replying and such. Not sure if my replies are showing on the specific response post or not.
. Thanks fellas, I should have been more specific I shouldn't have assumed you know I meant the final and not primary chain. I've never heard of a sealed O ring primary either. And eventually I'd like to go with a closed belt primary so any input on that would be appreciated. And I need to spend more time figuring out the mechanics of replying and such. Not sure if my replies are showing on the specific response post or not.