In this episode I install the flywheel bearings into a 1991 Harley Davidson Sportster and select the correct spacer for end play. 1991 Harley Davidson 883 sportster engine build.
Took a while to work out what you were doing measuring the end float, had to watch it two times but I got there. Nice job and well done on the home made tools. Great work
You should have bought a extra bearing and use a sanding drum on a drill or die grinder and sand the ID so the setup bearing slides over the shaft. When you get the proper end play then press the other bearing on. Been doing this for rear differential pinion gears for years. Just use the same brand bearing.
Another awesome video, seriously enjoy watching you build this engine and share all your tricks, keep up the great content can’t wait for the next one!
You should watch Tatro Machine on RU-vid. He is very educational about Sportster and Harley engines. You seem to be doing good. Much very good information on RU-vid about rebuilding Sportster engines. I'm rebuilding a 1972 XLCH now.
Good simple stuff. I have a 1988 hugger 883 kitted to 1200. Where do you get all the bearings from for a total rebuild. Is there a kit or buy separately.
Harley want you to buy some expensive tools, or get one of their engineers to do the work for you. I just try to find a work around for these "specialist" or "bespoke" tools that you apparently can't do the work without. Appreciate the comment 🖤
Hope you put the spacer between those two bearings..... Cuz when you tighten down the sprocket shaft it's going to destroy that bearing and perhaps the case. It comes matched to the bearings.... End play on that shaft doesn't mean anything until you tighten the sprocket on the primary side... 😮
