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Old Jan 12, 2026 | 02:42 PM
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Default Mids on my '81 FX
First thing I intend to do to the new-to-me Shovel is ditch the forwards for a set of mid controls.
I've pieced together pretty much everything I need, used on ebay. The brake side seems super straightforward, no worries there. The shifter side has left me with a couple of questions though:

I can't seem to find a parts diagram anywhere & I need to find the seal that sits in the small, oval inspection cover. Can anyone help me out on a part number for that?

Also, is the left footpeg really only supported by the 4, ź" inspection cover screws??? It seems like there should be something a bit more substantial behind it.
 
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^^ Been that way for a Very Long Time..
Harley Davidson Original Shovelhead Panhead Foot Peg Mount bracket *2080 - Picture 1 of 4
^^ Off early FL...so, No shifter hole even....
Edit; tho on the FL it was for the Passenger peg
 
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Four 1/4" bolts can hold up a small block chevy motor when used with a carburetor plate.
 
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Found the shifter shaft seal! 60641-74
 
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have you got the plate that takes that seal. id just get a plate with the seal installed there on ebay for $30
 
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Originally Posted by john lee
have you got the plate that takes that seal. id just get a plate with the seal installed there on ebay for $30
I already have everything except the linkage between the shift shaft & the transmission, but I'm figuring I'll just make something with heim joints & one of these: https://www.lowbrowcustoms.com/produ...Yf3vIPyjKNmS_9

I just need to replace the seal in the inspection cover. I found a full set of mids (minus footpegs & linkage) from a burnt bike on ebay for $25
 
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I have some old pegs if you need them.
 
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Got a picture of the forward controls you have on there now?
 
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Originally Posted by SteveFXB
Got a picture of the forward controls you have on there now?


I'll be reusing the rear master cylinder.
 
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Originally Posted by eimkeith
I have some old pegs if you need them.
'preciate the offer, but I've got a pair of Andersons I'm planning to use.
 
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