As a fellow DIY’er, I really appreciate how you document all the steps taking things apart and show why the parts look like after remove. Keep up the great content, and best of luck on these attempted revivals!
Crazy how the rocker box covers and the clutch cover are purely cosmetic. Underneath all that is the fun stuff! If I was already in it that deep I would get big bore pistons, port the heads, and a lumpier cam..
Brandon if you keep taking apart Indian push rod engines this will become a good side hustle for you. Learn how to install cams on an Indian big twin and then time the engine.
The cams are actually pretty easy haha. I'm thinking I'll wait till everything is together first, go for a ride, then install cams afterwards. Only thing is, I don't need a special tool to install them while not in the bike but I do need a tune afterwards.
Hey Brandon I just wanted to say thank you for your videos and the passion you put into your work it’s very encouraging seeing you complete tasks that are new to you and challenge your skills I hope to replicate the behavior and determination you’ve demonstrated through all your videos in my everyday life thank you sir!!
I just finished watching this video and reading the comments. I agree with others on here, you do have quite the project on your hands. As a fellow DIY'er I can see the care that you put into the disassembly of the motor, even down to the reverse torque order when removing the side cover bolts and other fasteners. I'll be looking through your videos for the update that follows this video. Great job! I'm wishing you the best of luck!
Wow !!! Constantly amazed by what you're doing. By the time this one is said & done, you can be certified as a Indian tech.... Keep it up & I'll keep watching.
Dang Brandon you got that plate totally stripped down just about you got your work cut out for you can’t wait to see how this ends very talented Brandon
man Brandon. I enjoy how you keep pushing yourself more and more with these projects. I can envision you getting in to building a performance chief engine soon. Keep going strong!
I applaud you for what you are doing. I would love to do this as well but having never done it myself either, I would never want to try on one of my motorcycles. I would want to do it the same way by getting a salvaged motorcycle and working on that one while having my other bikes in running condition and learn on the salvaged bike... Great job!
I love how confidence is growing. Most people would look at the bike and write it off. Since you're already disassembling nearly the entire motor, are you planning on upgrading any of the parts? I'll stay subscribed to find out. 🤔😎 Stay classy and courageous Brandon.
I'd suggest a lot of zip loc bags, sticky notes, masking tape, and a good sharpie to write each piece down. Getting the position right on the case bolts is a lot easier if you draw a really rough outline in cardboard, and put the bolts where they'd go when putting them back in. The manual will still specify later on, but this will save you a lot of time if you have mixed length, with and without washers, etc.
Ahh hell go ahead port and polish the heads or go all out put a big bore kit in it. And pipes of course for either job. The "Indian Sleeper", cool name huh?
If its a crack in crank case . They are vented . I would of layed on side sprayed with brake clean , then some laquer thinner. Used high temp 2 part epoxy and hardener first. Press good into crack and exterior. Or that JB weld ive seen used on a lot worse than that. You will have to probably stiil coat it with epoxy or get it impregnated after weld anyway. Make sure this thing runs ans drives good first before sticking a fortune in it.
Brandon...you are the only game in town when it comes to this New Chief...got mine in Apr 23'. Quick question...Can the Rocker box covers be removed with the engine in the frame?
I don’t think so. The clearance is tight between the frame and covers. You will have to remove the front frame mounts and lower the motor forward. That involves removing the left foot bracket, right foot bracket, two right forward mounts, left frame cradle rail and the two bolts at the front. That’s only about 30 minutes of work. When big bore kits are installed, they do it that way and keep the engine in the frame.
This is a great series your doing here man, really interesting. Can I ask where you got the download/pdf of the shop manual? I been looking everywhere 👍
Cool video Brandon. You're really making want a project bike. Hopefully at some point a divorce attorney will sponsor your channel. Because, I'll need one when I bring a project home. LOL
Interesting to see how these motors compare with an M8. Tatro stripped an M8 and he complained about some quality issues. Threads not deburred etc. Those intake rubbers look a bit shagged. That's a weakness on a modern engine. Otherwise, the motor looks pretty well made.
Just curious, With al the nuts and bolts that you are dealing with have you considered using power tools once you break them loose? might save you a few minutes . . just an idea
eBay is my guess. I’ve seen a few out there. Frames, same. Or you can get one new from Indian. Or, you can find custom builders and get frames from them.
i must say if i was there i would have to mess with you by saying stuff like " you made sure that was set in the right place before taking it off right? lol. why dont you become an Indian mechanic? or are you thinking about it? good vid
As much as I've seen those infomercials, I actually wouldn't be surprised if it did work for awhile lol. It appears to only be a crack causing the leak instead of a structural component to make the motor work. Could cause compression issues later though. I'm still learning!
