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From: Cleveland,TN USA
custom shovel
I have just become the owner of a '76 shovelhead which has been mounted on a late model frame.
It has duel discs front and disc rear brakes, fatbob tank, and mag wheels.
I hope I did not screw up!
The owner said the engine was totally rebuilt about 4 years ago and only ridden about 5000 miles since. It starts easy and seems to run well but does have a few oil leaks. It definitely has some electrical issues as the headlight, blinkers, and horn do not work.
I did get a good title with it and a point of origin for the frame.
Do you guys think it would be worth a little more than a stock unit with the newer frame and disc brakes and mags and such? Or would OEM be more desirable?
I know it don't matter now since I paid cash for it, but a little reassurance is always nice.
It has duel discs front and disc rear brakes, fatbob tank, and mag wheels.
I hope I did not screw up!
The owner said the engine was totally rebuilt about 4 years ago and only ridden about 5000 miles since. It starts easy and seems to run well but does have a few oil leaks. It definitely has some electrical issues as the headlight, blinkers, and horn do not work.
I did get a good title with it and a point of origin for the frame.
Do you guys think it would be worth a little more than a stock unit with the newer frame and disc brakes and mags and such? Or would OEM be more desirable?
I know it don't matter now since I paid cash for it, but a little reassurance is always nice.
About those oil leaks..When it quits leaking that usually means that it is empty..
Enjoy that Shovel..
Enjoy that Shovel..
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same Boat ...
I too just purchased a 76 FLH Shovel and am also having oil leaks. I knew this before buying it though as according to a lot of people this goes with the territory with them. But it is certainly leaking a lot more than I thought it would.
Also have some electrical issues, but I am looking forward to restoring this beauty.
Good luck with it ...
Also have some electrical issues, but I am looking forward to restoring this beauty.
Good luck with it ...
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From: Cleveland,TN USA
Thanks Matty,
Same to you.
I understand about the oil, lol.
I was kindof thinking about doing something besides restoring mine. It has already been altered from stock so much it would be like starting over with just the engine.
I am hoping to learn some about the shovelhead engine though.
I am not even really sure what it is yet. I did get it in my name this morning so it is mine now.
The title says it is an Ultima, which I think is just an aftermarket build with an older engine.
Maybe some of the highly knowledgeable folks here can offer some info.
Same to you.
I understand about the oil, lol.
I was kindof thinking about doing something besides restoring mine. It has already been altered from stock so much it would be like starting over with just the engine.
I am hoping to learn some about the shovelhead engine though.
I am not even really sure what it is yet. I did get it in my name this morning so it is mine now.
The title says it is an Ultima, which I think is just an aftermarket build with an older engine.
Maybe some of the highly knowledgeable folks here can offer some info.
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As long as you can work out the paperwork with no issues you should be good to go all shovels are going up in price pretty steady but OEM does bring a bit higher tag for resale .
Oil leaks are an easy fix guys , post up when your ready and I'll give you the low down on what you need parts & gaskets wise & how to's to cure them just take'a a little time and attention to detail that's all . My shovels don't leak period .
Oil leaks are an easy fix guys , post up when your ready and I'll give you the low down on what you need parts & gaskets wise & how to's to cure them just take'a a little time and attention to detail that's all . My shovels don't leak period .
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Thanks for the response TwiZted.
I want to do a lot to the bike, but I have only gravel to work on for now. I am planning a small shop soon and want to fix everything on the Shovel.
Till then, I am like a sponge.
I found out the hard way this afternoon that the screw that appears to be the idle speed on the right/towards the front of bike is not. I ran it in trying to increase the idle only to find that it would not start due to no accel. pump action. It has an s&s super e on it. I am now in the know about super e's thanks to their website.
I will be looking forward to using your methods to stop the downpour as soon as I have a clean dry place to dissemble it.
I have always had to work on everything I own in the rocks of my driveway. Not fun!
I want to do a lot to the bike, but I have only gravel to work on for now. I am planning a small shop soon and want to fix everything on the Shovel.
Till then, I am like a sponge.
I found out the hard way this afternoon that the screw that appears to be the idle speed on the right/towards the front of bike is not. I ran it in trying to increase the idle only to find that it would not start due to no accel. pump action. It has an s&s super e on it. I am now in the know about super e's thanks to their website.
I will be looking forward to using your methods to stop the downpour as soon as I have a clean dry place to dissemble it.
I have always had to work on everything I own in the rocks of my driveway. Not fun!
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