80 Ironhead

[Lucky JVG]

I just proudley got my frist Harley 1980 Ironhead 1000 (xlh?) an tips on gettin the filler plug and clutch adj. plug out with out the needed tool...flat bar was a big no go! Also she has a drip at the shifter hopeing that its just a seal.( the shifter shaft oil seal)

[Breeze]

It's been a long time, but if the plug is not boogered, a 3/8" or 1/2" socket drive fits.

[Lucky JVG]

Im talkin bout plugs(filler and clutch adj.) on the primary...not the spark plug.

[wreck74]

A cresent wrench and a big flat washer thick enough to fit the groove, closer the fit the better, less chance of boogering it up.

[Breeze]

Im talkin bout plugs(filler and clutch adj.) on the primary...not the spark plug.

Sorry, I got a mental image of a specific type primary plug, sorta looks like the Chevy "bowtie". A 3/8"  drive would fit in a pinch.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Harley-Sportster-2-Chrome-OEM-type-primary-caps-86-90-/220838264576?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item336afc7f00

[Hillside Motorcycle]

I believe that Georges Garage has the proper tool.
Scott

[garyajaz]

i use a dirt bike tire iron.  fits right in.
or a flat steel bar.
why was yours a no go?

[Lucky JVG]

(garyajaz) Iv got an old mower leafsping but it just wont move and it pretty buggerd up from prev.owner...Is there any other way to fill the primary other than that plug?... can u force fill through the level plug? or somethin? Im desperate to ride the last few warm days and get it to a local ABATE party this week!!

[Lucky JVG]

Right the Hell on I got it!! With a bit of grindin and weldin on my leafspring(home made tool) she brke loose! Im good to go! Till the next wrench need turn Tanks fellas. Ride on