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Title: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 04:15:34 PM
Well, it's begun, the CVO'ing of my '85 FXWG. The overhaul will include a RevTech 110" Evo Engine (same specs as my SERK, 4.375" stroke x 4.0" bore) 110 HP, complete with charging system, carb, ignition, all the covers, etc.; new RevTech 6-speed trans; new Heavy Duty clutch; chrome inner and outer primary's; new comp sprocket, 1.7 KW starter, etc. A complete conversion package from the crappy tapered keyway'd shaft 4-speed setup, to a modern splined 6-speed setup. Everything you need to replace the old stuff, complete! Traxxion AK-20 in new chrome CCI WG front end, bitubo 330mm shocks, chrome PM Countour Handlebar Controls w/Renthal Grips, PM Contour Foot Controls, PM chrome calipers  6-piston F & 4-piston R, HD Thunderstar 21" F & 16" R Wheels, new Metzler Lasertec tires, Russell floating rotors F&R, and new TStar style chrome sprocket, Headwinds headlight assembly, internally wired Wild 1's Chubby 10" baby apes w/ W1's 1-1/4" Risers 3-1/2" tall, and Autometer Electronic Speedo/Tach Combo with built-in indicator lights.

I sent the original stock seat out to Sargeant Cycle in FL for rebuilding as new.

All this will be mounted on a HD 1985 FXWG 4-speed frame. We had to cut the trans case and inner primary to clear the swingarm. Still not sure whether the original oil tank and battery box can be reused. Might need a wraparound Softail style oil tank instead.

Installing this drivetrain in the old 4-speed frame was like getting a big block in a Vega! But Vern and Buddy did some machining and got this bitch to work OK in my frame. Now they can complete mocking up the rest of the build to see what else comes up. Probably won't need a new wiring harness, and probably won't strip it down completely to have the frame repowdercoated. We'll probably just paint the areas on the frame that need touching up. We'll see how many tabs we cut off or add on first before making that final decision. I'm happy we got the drivetrain in the frame and got it to work, without cutting and lengthening the frame by 2" like we first thought. The machine work on the trans case and inner primary took care of that.

This thread is the pics of my '85 FXWG and my 89" EVO Pro Street. You can use these as the before pics.

http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=9528.msg150977#msg150977

Here's a few progress pics showing the 110" Evo motor and 6-speed trans in the '85 FXWG 4-speed frame. More pics to follow! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 04:16:05 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 04:16:34 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 04:17:05 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 04:17:26 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 04:18:30 PM
Oops, how'd that get in here? ::)

It was so clean and shiney, I had to do it!!! ;D ;D ;D

Later! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 04:23:36 PM
What the hell, one more! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: hogasm on March 29, 2008, 05:04:10 PM
Oops, how'd that get in here? ::)

It was so clean and shiney, I had to do it!!! ;D ;D ;D

Later! ;)

Hoist! 8)


I'll bet Howie payed someone to clean that non Harley Harley motored, non warrantied.................does look nice for once there Howie :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 05:14:03 PM

I'll bet Howie payed someone to clean that non Harley Harley motored, non warrantied.................does look nice for once there Howie :2vrolijk_21:

That bet I'll take Brian! It actually took 5 coats of 3 different Glares, which I did myself! :o

Terry says I'll only need one coat each time now. I hope so, cause I seriously doubt you'll ever see me wax my bike for 8 hours again! :nixweiss: ;D

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Gettinold on March 29, 2008, 05:45:17 PM
Howie looks like you got a good jump on your rebuild. I'm doing some mods and changes to my springer and it seems its going to take for ever as I keep finding things that need attention, you know what I mean. Good luck.  :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 06:01:25 PM
Howie looks like you got a good jump on your rebuild. I'm doing some mods and changes to my springer and it seems its going to take for ever as I keep finding things that need attention, you know what I mean. Good luck.  :2vrolijk_21:

Thanks Dave. Since I'm building a Rigid Bobber out of the takeoff parts from the FXWG, I'm not having problem replacing stuff! This is still cheaper than buying a new street bike. They haven't made a solid mount swingarm bike since '86. Now I'll have the modern version of a 4-speed frame bike. And a new one wouldn't have all the good chit on it either. It would need everything! I'll also have most of the parts to build another bike. So it was a no-brainer to overhaul the FXWG. And it'll be a real runner when it's done! ;)

Good luck with your Springer too! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: 110tHunDer on March 29, 2008, 06:06:47 PM
Oops, how'd that get in here? ::)

It was so clean and shiney, I had to do it!!! ;D ;D ;D

Later! ;)

Hoist! 8)

Yeeeeeooooowwww!  Cybil looks ready for a night out on the town! :shocked2:  Glare RULES! :2vrolijk_21:

The Wide Glide is lookin' GREAT!  Looks like some major progress already!  That motor is HUGE! :o ;D

Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 06:19:07 PM
Yeeeeeooooowwww!  Cybil looks ready for a night out on the town! :shocked2:  Glare RULES! :2vrolijk_21:

The Wide Glide is lookin' GREAT!  Looks like some major progress already!  That motor is HUGE! :o ;D



It fit without cutting anything else. We had to cut the back of the trans case and inner primary, to clearance it around the swingarm. It's really made for a Softail frame, which gives you 2 more inches behind the trans than a 4-speed swingarm frame does. But so far, that's all he had to cut. Everything else fit. That's what's great about the '85/'86 4-speed frame. It's the only 4-speed swingarm frame to take an Evo, without cutting and raising the backbone. Evo's were stock in those bikes. Looks like it's on Steroids!!! :nixweiss: :D

Now we'll see if we can retain the stock oil tank on the left and battery box on the right. I'd like to leave the stock 4-speed look, even though I lost my kicker now with the 6-speed! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: sadunbar on March 29, 2008, 06:20:59 PM
It fit without cutting anything else. We had to cut the back of the trans case and inner primary, to clearance it around the swingarm. It's really made for a Softail frame, which gives you 2 more inches behind the trans than a 4-speed swingarm frame does. But so far, that's all he had to cut. Everything else fit. That's what's great about the '85/'86 4-speed frame. It's the only 4-speed swingarm frame to take an Evo, without raising the backbone. Evo's were stock in those bikes. Looks like it's on Steroids!!! :nixweiss: :D

Now we'll see if we can retain the stock oil tank on the left and battery box on the right. I'd like to leave the stock 4-speed look, even though I lost my kicker now with the 6-speed! ;)

Hoist! 8)

Lookin good Howie!  Another fun project!  Good luck with it!   :2vrolijk_21:

Scott
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: flyingwillie on March 29, 2008, 06:23:45 PM
What bike?  I only saw the poster of the naked blond!  :2vrolijk_21: Obviously
I am the only focused one on the site tonight.  :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2: Can we have a close up? and I don't mean of the 85! :cherry:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 29, 2008, 06:27:21 PM
Lookin good Howie!  Another fun project!  Good luck with it!   :2vrolijk_21:

Scott

Thanks Scott. This one will be fun. No pressure on us for this build. Just build the perfect street bike! :nixweiss: :D

It's pretty much been planned out and was to start when Cybil got finished. Now it's a matter of mocking everything up and see how much stays or goes. Then I'll decide on whether to repowdercoat the frame and get a new harness. After that, we can assemble everything. I'm not expecting this to go past the end of April or so. But you know how schedules go! :o ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on March 29, 2008, 09:40:24 PM
Thanks Scott. This one will be fun. No pressure on us for this build. Just build the perfect street bike! :nixweiss: :D

It's pretty much been planned out and was to start when Cybil got finished. Now it's a matter of mocking everything up and see how much stays or goes. Then I'll decide on whether to repowdercoat the frame and get a new harness. After that, we can assemble everything. I'm not expecting this to go past the end of April or so. But you know how schedules go! :o ;)

Hoist! 8)


Top of the rear cylinder looks TIGHT.  Rear of the front cylinder as well.  But not as close as the rear.  You think the rocker box would ever come off with the motor in the frame?

Looks like a fun project Howie.  That much push in that little bike it'll be a blast to ride too.  Have fun with it man.  Will look forward to the updates.

Oh, by the way, if the nearly 25 year old harness isn't just absolutely pristine and never been hacked on and won't need to be hacked on just get a new one.  As far in to this project as you are now don't invite Gremlins.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 30, 2008, 08:47:12 AM

Top of the rear cylinder looks TIGHT.  Rear of the front cylinder as well.  But not as close as the rear.  You think the rocker box would ever come off with the motor in the frame?

Looks like a fun project Howie.  That much push in that little bike it'll be a blast to ride too.  Have fun with it man.  Will look forward to the updates.

Oh, by the way, if the nearly 25 year old harness isn't just absolutely pristine and never been hacked on and won't need to be hacked on just get a new one.  As far in to this project as you are now don't invite Gremlins.

Thanks Don. Everything's a little tight in there. You should see how much of the trans case/inner primary he removed from around the left side of the swingarm to get it to fit. Doesn't need much clearance as the solid-mounted motor doesn't shake around in there like a rubber-mount. The Rev Tech Rocker Boxes are a different shape, and might be easier to remove. But you're right, I'm not sure about removing the rear one yet. I'll mention it to Vern. Either way, not much choice in the matter. :nixweiss:

The original harness is pretty much undisturbed. I had replaced the handlebar switches in the past, and those came with new wires. I had a 40A charging system installed. I had rewired the starter circuit. All these are being done again as I'm installing the modern chrome HD handlebar controls, the drivetrain comes with a new charging system and, a modern HO starter. Still up in the air on the harness. You know that if I strip the bike completely to change the harness, the frame would have to get repowdercoated then. That might cause the project to exceed the $750 budget! :o :D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on March 30, 2008, 09:26:16 AM
Thanks Don. Everything's a little tight in there. You should see how much of the trans case/inner primary he removed from around the left side of the swingarm to get it to fit.



Thought about asking just that.  Then realized I didn't really want to see.  Might be painful to look at.

As long as there was meat enough to be removed without compromising anything it's just a step in the process to completion.  Just don't let landing fixation force you to do things to reach completion that aren't good choices.  It sounds like Vern wouldn't do that.  But you guys keep an eye on each other to double check.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on March 30, 2008, 09:31:53 AM


Thought about asking just that.  Then realized I didn't really want to see.  Might be painful to look at.

As long as there was meat enough to be removed without compromising anything it's just a step in the process to completion.  Just don't let landing fixation force you to do things to reach completion that aren't good choices.  It sounds like Vern wouldn't do that.  But you guys keep an eye on each other to double check.

Yep, that's what led to clearancing the case/inner primary to clear the swingarm as a solution. Now the rest of the stuff is a matter of what components can be reused, or need replacement. The main job was getting that drivetrain to fit. Now it fits, and we can continue the process. ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: HEADPAN62 on March 31, 2008, 02:18:42 PM
lookn good brutha,,when do you expectt her to be done?...how is the eagle runnin"?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: miker on March 31, 2008, 02:25:02 PM
Whadda hugh set of jugs!  I mean .....Son!     :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 01, 2008, 09:26:19 AM
lookn good brutha,,when do you expectt her to be done?...how is the eagle runnin"?

SERK's doing great so far! Thanks for asking Marc. :2vrolijk_21:

I'm expecting this to take 1-2 months. Depends on whether we strip it down completely to have the frame repowdercoated or not. I'll know more in the next week or so. ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: REGGAB on April 02, 2008, 02:49:59 PM
Howie!
The FXWG is looking really great.  I'd love to drive down to NSMC this weekend and see her in person.  And Cybil looks like the proper lady she is.  You done great.  Congratulations.  Really looking forward to seeing this project progress to completion, and seeing the Bobber take form.  Best Blessings to ya.

Henry
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 02, 2008, 02:59:58 PM
Howie!
The FXWG is looking really great.  I'd love to drive down to NSMC this weekend and see her in person.  And Cybil looks like the proper lady she is.  You done great.  Congratulations.  Really looking forward to seeing this project progress to completion, and seeing the Bobber take form.  Best Blessings to ya.

Henry

Thanks a lot Henry. It's an interesting project for sure. And less streesful than the torture I went thru to get a new motor in Cybil! ;)

I have a rig (Hoist ;D) on 53rd St & 7th Ave at Midnight on Fri night. We're permitted until noon on Sat. I'm not sure what condition I'll be in when I get home Sat. afternoon. But if I can stay up after pulling the all-nighter, I'll be happy to bring you out there again. As a matter of fact, if I don't get Cybil there before Fri, you might be my ticket to a return ride home after dropping her off on Sat instead. Let me know, and I'll see if I can make it happen on my end! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: REGGAB on April 02, 2008, 03:31:01 PM
Thanks a lot Henry. It's an interesting project for sure. And less streesful than the torture I went thru to get a new motor in Cybil! ;)

I have a rig (Hoist ;D) on 53rd St & 7th Ave at Midnight on Fri night. We're permitted until noon on Sat. I'm not sure what condition I'll be in when I get home Sat. afternoon. But if I can stay up after pulling the all-nighter, I'll be happy to bring you out there again. As a matter of fact, if I don't get Cybil there before Fri, you might be my ticket to a return ride home after dropping her off on Sat instead. Let me know, and I'll see if I can make it happen on my end! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

Let me know where to be and when to be there on Saturday, and I'll make it happen.  I do need to be back up here no later than 4pm Saturday.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 02, 2008, 04:22:18 PM


Cool Henry. I'll call ya later! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: lilbear on April 02, 2008, 08:33:30 PM
Looking good Howie!

Now this looks like a fun project!  Both the build and the ride!  Keep us posted but she's looking good so far.  I'm anxious to see what's in store!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 02, 2008, 08:46:14 PM
Looking good Howie!

Now this looks like a fun project!  Both the build and the ride!  Keep us posted but she's looking good so far.  I'm anxious to see what's in store!

Thanks Craig. This one has been a lotta fun. We had the drivetrain in for a few months now. Then I picked out a new front end and sent the legs to Traxxion, along with getting a set of bitubos from them too. Now I'm picking out hand and foot controls, probably PM, along with PM brakes. It's been fun picking out and ordering all this cool chit. Not so cool paying for it though! :nixweiss:

As long as the motor doesn't overpower the frame, this thing should ride like a dream, and go like hell! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 03, 2008, 11:02:59 AM
Holy crap! Vern's going to town on this bike this like gangbusters! The drivetrain is completely installed. He was able to utilize the stock oil tank and battery box. He has to setup a spot for the new Accel coil though. The stock mounting location won't work. No biggie. I just ordered the PM Contour Hand and Foot Controls, PM 6 piston differential bore front and 4 piston rear calipers, Russell Floating rotors, new 51 tooth rear sprocket and chain, all new SS lines and cables, new Lucas style Tailight/licence plate bracket, and new HID headlight assembly! This bike might be completed within the next 2 weeks now! :o :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: HogBreath on April 03, 2008, 11:08:14 AM
That's GREAT news howie!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on April 03, 2008, 11:08:48 AM
Holy crap! Vern's going to town on this bike this like gangbusters! The drivetrain is completely installed. He was able to utilize the stock oil tank and battery box. He has to setup a spot for the new Accel coil though. The stock mounting location won't work. No biggie. I just ordered the PM Contour Hand and Foot Controls, PM 6 piston differential bore front and 4 piston rear calipers, Russell Floating rotors, new 51 tooth rear sprocket and chain, all new SS lines and cables, new Lucas style Tailight/licence plate bracket, and new HID headlight assembly! This bike might be completed within the next 2 weeks now! :o :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)


HID too?  This really going to be a cruiser that will be out much at night?  Especially with the Road King already in the garage?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: naitram on April 03, 2008, 11:36:44 AM
night time bar hoping
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on April 03, 2008, 11:37:32 AM
night time bar hoping

Yeah, but when you're lit who cares if your headlight is :nixweiss: ?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: naitram on April 03, 2008, 11:41:49 AM
hmmmm, good point
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 03, 2008, 12:27:49 PM
Yeah, but when you're lit who cares if your headlight is :nixweiss: ?

Are you kidding! It's even more important when you're too lit to see, to be well lit!!! :D :D :D :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on April 03, 2008, 12:30:23 PM
Are you kidding! It's even more important when you're too lit to see, to be well lit!!! :D :D :D :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)


Too true.  After all, a pink elephant can't hide in the shadows :drink: .
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: HogBreath on April 03, 2008, 12:39:52 PM
Bunch of drunkards!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Black Diamond on April 03, 2008, 12:41:47 PM
Looking good Howie

Got me in the garage looking at the 84 Low Glide.  Hmmmm.

JW
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on April 03, 2008, 04:26:32 PM
FXWG is lookin a little different to when I last saw her parked up in a NY street awaiting restitution Howie! She sure looks like she is going to be a lot of fun. Good luck with the rest of the build.

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: HEADPAN62 on April 03, 2008, 05:13:27 PM
great news brutha,glad to hear it,evo's & pans forever!!... :oops:, my pc is acting up too, how did that get in there!! ;D
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 03, 2008, 07:22:21 PM
Looking good Howie

Got me in the garage looking at the 84 Low Glide.  Hmmmm.

JW

Don't get too excited Jeff. My '85 came with an Evo. The '84 frame came with a shovel and an Evo won't fit in it without raising the backbone. Just wanted to make sure you know the difference between the earlier 4-speed swingarm frames, and '85/'86 4-speed swingarm frames. ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 03, 2008, 07:25:22 PM
great news brutha,glad to hear it,evo's & pans forever!!... :oops:, my pc is acting up too, how did that get in there!! ;D

FXWG is lookin a little different to when I last saw her parked up in a NY street awaiting restitution Howie! She sure looks like she is going to be a lot of fun. Good luck with the rest of the build.

Nige

Thanks guys! Nige, hopefully we won't have to do an emergency street repair to it again for quite some time. And if I do, Andy won't be able to steal parts off his Softail anymore for me! :nixweiss:

And don't forget the shovels Marc! You'd have said that if ya had one of them too! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: HEADPAN62 on April 03, 2008, 08:27:08 PM
yeah, but my shovel is not as reliable as the pan ,i will post a pic of it tomorrow, it was willed to me by my best bro,been stiiting in the corner of the garage for 2 years , just broke it out last week to hook up the dyna gnition to fire the duel plugs,he is still around ,just cant ride much anymore..ride on
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 03, 2008, 08:32:02 PM
yeah, but my shovel is not as reliable as the pan ,i will post a pic of it tomorrow, it was willed to me by my best bro,been stiiting in the corner of the garage for 2 years , just broke it out last week to hook up the dyna gnition to fire the duel plugs,he is still around ,just cant ride much anymore..ride on

Yeah Marc, but they sure can be be made to go fast! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: 56FLE on April 03, 2008, 10:40:00 PM
Look at the size of that motor, you are going to need a set of wheelie bars to keep the front end on the ground.  :jalapeno:

Nice project, looking forward to the end results.  :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Black Diamond on April 04, 2008, 04:08:07 AM
Don't get too excited Jeff. My '85 came with an Evo. The '84 frame came with a shovel and an Evo won't fit in it without raising the backbone. Just wanted to make sure you know the difference between the earlier 4-speed swingarm frames, and '85/'86 4-speed swingarm frames. ;)

Hoist! 8)

Howie, the 84 FXRS Low Glide was one of the first models to come out with an Evo. And a five speed to boot. She was my first Harley. Lot of riders back then gave me heck for buying a Jap Harley with an aluminum engine. Wasn't a real Harley. I still ride with some of those same guys. Guess what their motors are made of nowadays. Times change.

JW
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 04, 2008, 08:04:59 AM
Look at the size of that motor, you are going to need a set of wheelie bars to keep the front end on the ground.  :jalapeno:
Nice project, looking forward to the end results.  :2vrolijk_21:

Thanks, and hopefully we'll be seeing those results soon! :2vrolijk_21:

Howie, the 84 FXRS Low Glide was one of the first models to come out with an Evo. And a five speed to boot. She was my first Harley. Lot of riders back then gave me heck for buying a Jap Harley with an aluminum engine. Wasn't a real Harley. I still ride with some of those same guys. Guess what their motors are made of nowadays. Times change.

JW


Sorry Jeff, I thought you were referring to the 4-speed solid mount frames. The FXR is a 5-speed rubber mount frame. Even though it started as a shovel, as we all know, the Evo fits in that frame. ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 05, 2008, 07:24:36 PM
Dropped Cybil off today for the 500 mile Service on the new motor. Brought my camera to get some updated shots of her Lil Sister! The drivetrain's in and starting to get buttoned to see what other custom changes need to be made to accomodate the 110 on steroids. Vern was able to utilize the stock Oil Tank and Battery Box, which is what I was hoping for. I still want this bike to look like a stock '85 FXWG 4-speed Evo, even tho it's now a 110 6-speed. But that timeless look is what I'm trying to retain. If he can figure out a way to get the coil mounted in the stock location, our fitment problems are behind us. Next week, he'll remove the front end and get the new Traxxioned one on. The PM stuff should also come in next week. Just ordered new Metzler Lasertec front and rear tires today. It's coming together much better than I expected, which is a pleasant experience for a change. :2vrolijk_21:

Here's a few more progress shots showing things getting buttoned up and fitment of the stock Oil Tank and battery Box. This stuff might not sound like a big deal to ya'll, but it is to me. And she's coming out just how I hoped she would! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 05, 2008, 07:25:06 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on April 05, 2008, 07:25:37 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on April 05, 2008, 07:26:06 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 05, 2008, 07:27:32 PM
Last one for now. More updates next week, I hope! Thanks for checking it out. :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: lilbear on April 05, 2008, 07:59:06 PM
Last one for now. More updates next wekk, I hope! Thanks for checking it out. :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

Howie,

Looking good.  Looks like a lot of progress in a short amount of time.  Can't wait to see the finished project.  It's easy to see that this bike is definately purpose built and that purpose is FUN! 

Craig
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: naitram on April 06, 2008, 11:19:37 AM
any worys about exhaust fitment?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 06, 2008, 11:37:45 AM
any worys about exhaust fitment?

We're gonna make it work. I'm using the same exhaust as on Cybil, FatCat w/Quiet Big Bore Muffler. We ordered it for an '85 Softail, and will have to modify/make a muffler bracket for it. I hope it reasonably follows the lines of the bike OK. It should, cause the FatCat pretty much comes straight back after the header. We shall see, but so far, I've been pleasantly surprised about her progress and her look! ;)

Howie,

Looking good.  Looks like a lot of progress in a short amount of time.  Can't wait to see the finished project.  It's easy to see that this bike is definately purpose built and that purpose is FUN! 

Craig

Thanks Craig, hope to have more progress next weekend if more parts show up. Made for fun is right! Made for PERFORMANCE, which is my translation for FUN!!! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on April 06, 2008, 11:40:17 AM
Howie, you going to do anything different with that ugly Revtech air cleaner cover?  Maybe a nice S&S or something :nixweiss: ?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: sadunbar on April 06, 2008, 11:43:50 AM
And how about some nice copper or stainless oil lines to replace those fugly hoses??    :nixweiss:    and how about...   


  (Lot's more "help" available upon request!!)      :orange: :mango: :bananarock: :carrot: :jalapeno: :cucumber: :pineapple: :pepper:   :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 06, 2008, 11:48:11 AM
Howie, you going to do anything different with that ugly Revtech air cleaner cover?  Maybe a nice S&S or something :nixweiss: ?

I'm weighing whether to swap it for Super G carb or just getting an S&S backplate for it for the S&S Teardrop cover. The motor came with the carb, and they have no use for it. So I'd have to buy a complete S&S carb setup to change it. How are those Mikunis? I think it's an HSR 45. Trying to decide on that one.

I also thought about that Big Air Carb from PSI Power. Any reports from anyone that's used that carb yet?

http://www.psicarbs.com/bigair.php

And how about some nice copper or stainless oil lines to replace those fugly hoses??    :nixweiss:    and how about...  


  (Lot's more "help" available upon request!!)      :orange: :mango: :bananarock: :carrot: :jalapeno: :cucumber: :pineapple: :pepper:   :2vrolijk_21:

We're not up to that yet, but help away Scott! ::) ;D

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: sadunbar on April 06, 2008, 11:54:08 AM
I'm weighing whether to swap it for Super G carb or just getting an S&S backplate for it for the S&S Teardrop cover. The motor came with the carb, and they have no use for it. So I'd have to buy a complete S&S carb setup to change it. How are those Mikunis? I think it's an HSR 45. Trying to decide on that one.

I also thought about that Big Air Carb from PSI Power. Any reports from anyone that's used that carb yet?

http://www.psipowerinc.com/bigAirCarbs.htm

We're not up to that yet, but help away Scott! ::) ;D

Hoist! 8)

I put a Mikuni HSR 45 on this bike back in the late 90's - they had just come out.  I absolutely loved it.  The bike ran strong - started easily - (didn't need to use the choke to start).  I really liked the carb.  I have had fuel injection on every bike since - but if I was doing another build, I'd need a pretty good reason to use something but a Mikuni...
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 06, 2008, 12:03:34 PM
I put a Mikuni HSR 45 on this bike back in the late 90's - they had just come out.  I absolutely loved it.  The bike ran strong - started easily - (didn't need to use the choke to start).  I really liked the carb.  I have had fuel injection on every bike since - but if I was doing another build, I'd need a pretty good reason to use something but a Mikuni...

Thanks Scott. That'll be my cheapest option too. All I'll need is the S&S backplate and hardware. I already have the K&N filter and Teardrop cover for it. I think I'll start off with it that way. I can always change it later if I wanted to. ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on April 06, 2008, 12:38:16 PM

I also thought about that Big Air Carb from PSI Power. Any reports from anyone that's used that carb yet?



Never used one nor even seen one in person.  Since first hearing of them have been fascinated by the external adjustability of everything though.  Supposedly never change a jet or carry a spare carb to go over the mountains again.  If I were still riding a carb'd bike for travel I'd have tried one of these out in a heartbeat.  If all that adjustability works as advertised they're promised performance gains are just icing on the cake.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG-Some Progress Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on April 06, 2008, 12:39:15 PM
Thanks Scott. That'll be my cheapest option too. All I'll need is the S&S backplate and hardware. I already have the K&N filter and Teardrop cover for it. I think I'll start off with it that way. I can always change it later if I wanted to. ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

I've had experience like Scott has with the Mikini 45 Howie.  It was a very well behaved carb that just ran good on the bike I had one on.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 06, 2008, 12:50:46 PM
I've had experience like Scott has with the Mikini 45 Howie.  It was a very well behaved carb that just ran good on the bike I had one on.

I think I'll start off with the Mikuni w/S&S Teardrop. If I change it later, I'll probably try that Big Air Unit. But that thing is also a Big Buck Unit! :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 11, 2008, 03:56:45 PM
Really lucked out today, I hope. I scored a seat in good condition from an '85 FXEF on EBay for $22.50! :2vrolijk_21:

It should fit, even though the FXWG has a Bobtail Fender on it. We shall see. But for 22 bucks, I couldn't pass up trying it. It's almost impossible to find seats for an '85 4-speed frame anymore. Only a 1-1/2 year run on that frame! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on April 22, 2008, 04:20:23 PM
Well, I hope I lucked out here as I said previously. Look at this great seat I picked up for a 4-speed Evo bike. It's from an FXEF, not an FXWG, but hopefully it'll fit OK The rear mount might be different because I have a Bobtail Fender. But it should fit the shape of the frame OK. $22.50 on EBay! So I should (hopefully) be able to work with it regardless. :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Classic Beast on August 11, 2008, 01:49:38 PM
A turbo works much better :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on August 11, 2008, 02:17:27 PM
A turbo works much better :2vrolijk_21:

Got a spare ya wanna send over Bob! I hear they don't work well in the Algerian desert! ::) ??? ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on October 18, 2008, 04:24:34 PM
HeHe!!! TODAY'S UPDATE:

Well hopefully this project finally is getting back underway, and I might be even getting her back in the next month or two! They brought the bike up from the basement of the shop and started continuing work again. Mostly all the parts are now there, so it's a matter of spending the time here and there to put her back together. These are friends, and I don't bother asking them to put me first. So it helps them out to keep doing daily business, instead of having to devote dedicated manpower to my projects. I'm OK with that. It's not like I can't still ride! ;)

So the new PM Contour Forward Controls are on. Need a new shifter linkage for it. The front end's about to come off to be replaced with the new chrome AK-40 front end (PM Contour Controls, W-1s 1-1/4"10" Apes w/ 3"H 1-1/4" W-1s Risers, Billet Mirrors, Thunderstar wheel w/ ME Lasertec tire, and Braided SS Cables and Lines). Saw the new rear Thunderstar wheel on the mounting machine, so it looks like the rear will get done soon too (19" Thunderstar wheel w/ ME Lasertec tire, Russell Floating Rotor, chrome Sprocket, PM 4-piston DB caliper, and bitubos).

I guess we'll have some final details to work out at the end, like rewiring some things, and what finishing touches it needs. But I intend to have this bike come out complete, and need nothing when I'm thru. You can do that when you start from scratch! And don't worry, you'll get your pics soon enough! ;D ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Jock on October 18, 2008, 08:24:46 PM
HeHe!!! TODAY'S UPDATE:

Well hopefully this project finally is getting back underway, and I might be even getting her back in the next month or two! They brought the bike up from the basement of the shop and started continuing work again. Mostly all the parts are now there, so it's a matter of spending the time here and there to put her back together. These are friends, and I don't bother asking them to put me first. So it helps them out to keep doing daily business, instead of having to devote dedicated manpower to my projects. I'm OK with that. It's not like I can't still ride! ;)

So the new PM Contour Forward Controls are on. Need a new shifter linkage for it. The front end's about to come off to be replaced with the new chrome AK-40 front end (PM Contour Controls, W-1s 1-1/4"10" Apes w/ 3"H 1-1/4" W-1s Risers, Billet Mirrors, Thunderstar wheel w/ ME Lasertec tire, and Braided SS Cables and Lines). Saw the new rear Thunderstar wheel on the mounting machine, so it looks like the rear will get done soon too (19" Thunderstar wheel w/ ME Lasertec tire, Russell Floating Rotor, chrome Sprocket, PM 4-piston DB caliper, and bitubos).

I guess we'll have some final details to work out at the end, like rewiring some things, and what finishing touches it needs. But I intend to have this bike come out complete, and need nothing when I'm thru. You can do that when you start from scratch! And don't worry, you'll get your pics soon enough! ;D ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)

Ahhh...As the book title goes from Jim Collins..."Good to Great"

Good Luck and I look forward to seeing the end result!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on October 31, 2008, 04:42:30 PM
TODAY'S UPDATE:

Well, the FXWG project IS well underway again. I understand the new Traxxion front end is on now. I'll be heading over in the morning to get new handlebars fitted on Joy. I'm dropping the Pro Street off to have the forward controls I just removed from Joy, installed on the Pro Street. I'll try to get some current progress pics of the FXWG too. I think they're trying to finish it up within the next few weeks! I hope she rides as good as she looks! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on October 31, 2008, 11:17:03 PM
TODAY'S UPDATE:

Well, the FXWG project IS well underway again. I understand the new Traxxion front end is on now. I'll be heading over in the morning to get new handlebars fitted on Joy. I'm dropping the Pro Street off to have the forward controls I just removed from Joy, installed on the Pro Street. I'll try to get some current progress pics of the FXWG too. I think they're trying to finish it up within the next few weeks! I hope she rides as good as she looks! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

Thanks for the update, Howie.  I know this machine is going to be wonderful.  Can't wait to see it.  Would fit right in down here outside a Waffle House while you're there scarfin' up a bowl of grits with a hamburger.   ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: bribe36 on November 01, 2008, 01:33:36 AM
I just saw your pictures for the first time. Wow!! Great looking bike. My first H/D was an 81 wide glide. Didn't quite look that hot
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 01, 2008, 08:30:41 AM
I just saw your pictures for the first time. Wow!! Great looking bike. My first H/D was an 81 wide glide. Didn't quite look that hot

Thanks so much bribe! I always loved this bike. Now it'll be renewed CVO style, and should be better than anything HD builds these days! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 02, 2008, 11:00:37 AM
Holy crap! She's well underway! And looks unbelievable!!! Even better than I pictured her when I was conceptualizing her in my mind, and then ordered the corresponding envisioned parts to build it that way! The new chrome front end's on (w/new neck bearings), along with the handlebars, PM Contour controls w/Renthal grips, Thunderstar wheel and PM caliper. The new Thunderstar rear wheel with matching chrome sprocket and floating rotor, PM caliper, and bitubos are on. All the PM Contour foot controls are mounted. It's getting close now. We went over the items needed to finish. New electronic speedo/tach, tail light/licence plate assembly, S&S A/C assembly of course (even though I'll be running a Mikuni!), and either FatCat or Thunderheader for exhaust! They have to work on wiring everything as necessary now. If they stay at it, she should be ready by Thanksgiving! Can't wait now!!! :2vrolijk_21:

All this on a HD 4-speed swing arm solid-mount Evo frame, one of the best frames there is IMO. But that's the only HD part that'll be left on this baby! Need a good name for her now! Suggestions? ;)

Took the Pro Street there, so no pics for now. Ain't the suspense killing youze?! ;D ;D ;D

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on November 02, 2008, 12:16:53 PM

 Need a good name for her now! Suggestions? ;)



Might as well keep giving them all girl's names.  Going to be sleeping in the garage before long anyway :P .
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Fired00d on November 02, 2008, 12:23:47 PM

Might as well keep giving them all girl's names.  Going to be sleeping in the garage before long anyway :P .
:oops: :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2:

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on November 03, 2008, 04:53:09 PM
Sounds like she is going to be real schweet Howie. Can't wait for them thar pics.

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 03, 2008, 07:12:06 PM
Sounds like she is going to be real schweet Howie. Can't wait for them thar pics.

Nige

Thanks Nige, I can't either. Hopefully this Sat. ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on November 03, 2008, 10:54:54 PM
Holy crap! She's well underway! And looks unbelievable!!! Even better than I pictured her when I was conceptualizing her in my mind, and then ordered the corresponding envisioned parts to build it that way! The new chrome front end's on (w/new neck bearings), along with the handlebars, PM Contour controls w/Renthal grips, Thunderstar wheel and PM caliper. The new Thunderstar rear wheel with matching chrome sprocket and floating rotor, PM caliper, and bitubos are on. All the PM Contour foot controls are mounted. It's getting close now. We went over the items needed to finish. New electronic speedo/tach, tail light/licence plate assembly, S&S A/C assembly of course (even though I'll be running a Mikuni!), and either FatCat or Thunderheader for exhaust! They have to work on wiring everything as necessary now. If they stay at it, she should be ready by Thanksgiving! Can't wait now!!! :2vrolijk_21:

All this on a HD 4-speed swing arm solid-mount Evo frame, one of the best frames there is IMO. But that's the only HD part that'll be left on this baby! Need a good name for her now! Suggestions? ;)

Took the Pro Street there, so no pics for now. Ain't the suspense killing youze?! ;D ;D ;D

Hoist! 8)

How 'bout..............EVO!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 13, 2008, 03:30:28 PM
Holy crap again!!! I just got a call from the shop. I better get my ass down there on Sat. We're hopefully firing the FXWG up on Sat for the first time. Everything's in and on and wired, except the new electronic speedo/tach. Can't wait!!! She might be coming back home soon!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on November 13, 2008, 03:32:48 PM
Good luck Howie - hope all goes well.

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: naitram on November 13, 2008, 03:38:57 PM
All this on a HD 4-speed swing arm solid-mount Evo frame, one of the best frames there is IMO. But that's the only HD part that'll be left on this baby! Need a good name for her now! Suggestions? ;)

Hoist! 8)

how bout Christine
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Screamin on November 13, 2008, 03:40:20 PM
how bout Christine

 :ROFLOL:

Made me laugh out loud.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on November 13, 2008, 03:47:50 PM
how bout Christine

Good one Neal - or maybe Carrie.

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 13, 2008, 03:50:00 PM
how bout Christine

No Nige, I like Christine!!! Good idea Neal! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on November 13, 2008, 03:56:09 PM
Sounds like it's going to be Christine.

Here's a girl to fit the bill - Christine Rage.

(http://www.christinerage.com/img/IMG_8416b%20med.jpg)

 :2vrolijk_21:

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: naitram on November 13, 2008, 03:59:13 PM
i was thinking
(http://www.impawards.com/1983/posters/christine.jpg)

and hoping she's indestructable
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 13, 2008, 04:05:08 PM
HeHe!!! This is the Christine I had in mind:

Christine (also known as John Carpenter's Christine) is a 1983 horror film about a supernaturally malevolent automobile and its effects on the teenager who owns it, adapted from a novel written by Stephen King. The film was directed by John Carpenter, and set in 1978.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christine_(film)

 ;D ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on November 13, 2008, 04:47:23 PM
I knew the Christine you had in mind......................but I still think Christine Rage is quite fitting. She's a head banging Rock n Roller.

 :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 13, 2008, 04:51:19 PM
I knew the Christine you had in mind......................but I still think Christine Rage is quite fitting. She's a head banging Rock n Roller.

 :2vrolijk_21:

HeHe!!! Never said I didn't like your Christine better Nige! I'd have to be dead not to!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on November 13, 2008, 04:54:08 PM
HeHe!!! Never said I didn't like your Christine better Nige! I'd have to be dead not to!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)

Careful what you say or you might get Binxed!

 :nervous:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 13, 2008, 04:57:14 PM
Careful what you say or you might get Binxed!

 :nervous:

DOH!!! :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss: ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: FLYNDYNA on November 14, 2008, 02:12:09 PM
Post some pic's as soon as you get a chance, the suspense is killing me! Christine, you goona paint her red? Y'know, red is faster!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 14, 2008, 05:49:41 PM
Post some pic's as soon as you get a chance, the suspense is killing me! Christine, you goona paint her red? Y'know, red is faster!

Hadn't quite settled on Christine yet. I know Chritine's (the car) red, and now that you put it that way, I'm still looking for a name for her! ::) ;)

Pics should be here tomorrow after I get back from the shop. I hope the tins are on so we can try and start her up too! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 06:49:22 PM
OK, not quite there yet, but here's 7 pics of the progress. It's coming together nicely. Still waiting for the Doherty adapter so I put an S&S A/C assembly on the Mikuni 45mm carb w/the breather piped to the ground, the Autometer electronic speedo/tach with internal indicator lights, new battery side & top covers & strap, and yellow Accel coil & 8.8mm wires. He'll finish the rest of the wiring when the new speedo comes in. We should be done with this bike by next weekend! Can't wait!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 06:49:52 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 06:50:24 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 06:50:49 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 06:51:21 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 06:51:47 PM
That's a new Metzler Lasertech to match the new front Lasertech!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on November 15, 2008, 06:52:10 PM
Lookin real schweet Howie - betcha can't wait to get her fired up and on the road.

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 06:53:54 PM
Last one! Not much left as you can see. That's still the old seat, but that $22 seat I bought on EBay from an '85 FXEF (on the floor to the right) fits OK. Not perfect cause it's from a round rear fender bike, and I have a Bobtail rear. But good enough for me to use my original seat and have it remade and still have a seat in the interim! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Fired00d on November 15, 2008, 07:11:13 PM
Howie,
Looking good sure is a lot of chrome there to keep clean. :2vrolijk_21: :D ;D

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 15, 2008, 07:49:35 PM
Howie,
Looking good sure is a lot of chrome there to keep clean. :2vrolijk_21: :D ;D

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:

Thanks man, and don't I know it! Between this bike, Cybil, and Joy, I'll have my hands full with that! Maybe I'll teach my house cleaner how to detail! Better yet Gary, maybe you can teach her!!! ;D ;D ;D ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Jock on November 15, 2008, 09:25:14 PM
Nice progress...thanks for the pics and review...looking forward to more...
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on November 16, 2008, 03:02:07 PM
Thanks for the pictures, Howie.  Can't wait to see that gem in person.  You are quite fortunate.   :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on November 16, 2008, 06:03:22 PM
thanks for the photos Hoist! It always cool to see projects progress. Sure you're getting antsy to get on and ride.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 22, 2008, 03:18:33 PM
Well, finding the lil things now. Filled her with oil this week and found there's a small leak in the old oil tank. Of course HD doesn't make 4-speed oil tanks any longer. Didn't bother searching around for one either. We ordered a new chrome replacement from Tedd's V-Twin. Now waiting for that to show before attempting startup! It's 29deg here, so no hurry. But I'm anxious to see her run! Should be soon though! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Jock on November 22, 2008, 03:29:43 PM
Well, finding the lil things now. Filled her with oil this week and found there's a small leak in the old oil tank. Of course HD doesn't make 4-speed oil tanks any longer. Didn't bother searching around for one either. We ordered a new chrome replacement from Tedd's V-Twin. Now waiting for that to show before attempting startup! It's 29deg here, so no hurry. But I'm anxious to see her run! Should be soon though! ;)

Hoist! 8)

That's just too damn cold...

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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: 110tHunDer on November 22, 2008, 03:30:32 PM
 
No way to repair the existing tank?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 22, 2008, 03:57:46 PM

No way to repair the existing tank?


Hey Brian! :2vrolijk_21:

HeHe!!! Why bother, they make a chrome replacement for it! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:15:06 PM
Was at the shop picking up Joy today. Went out back to check out the FXWG progress. Not much made, still waiting on some parts. But they had her out back parked next to a beautiful '52 Servi-Car! Had to get some shots of the SC and my WG next to her! Really nice '52. Black w/d00d highlights! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:15:31 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:15:55 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:16:16 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:16:38 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:17:12 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:17:53 PM
2 older beauties! Last shot gang! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: RedDevil on November 28, 2008, 03:20:22 PM
Howie,
that is one suhweet Servi-Car!! :2vrolijk_21:   Can't wait to see how the WG turns out.  thanks for sharing the pics.

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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 28, 2008, 03:37:12 PM
Howie,
that is one suhweet Servi-Car!! :2vrolijk_21:   Can't wait to see how the WG turns out.  thanks for sharing the pics.

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Thanks Charlie! :2vrolijk_21:

Waitin on the new oil tank and Autometer combo speedo/tach. Then finish the wiring and should be ready to start the engine. Then finishing touches. It's very close now! I can't wait anymore after seeing it outside today!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Screamin on November 29, 2008, 08:03:18 AM
Very sharp.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: icybay on November 30, 2008, 12:55:26 PM
Howie, I need that Servi to go with my police bike!!!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: icybay on November 30, 2008, 12:56:42 PM
Howie, I bet you've seen these before!!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on November 30, 2008, 12:58:52 PM
I thought of you when I saw that SC, Tim! Thought you'd like it! That'd go great in your collection. :2vrolijk_21:

That one's not for sale though. ??? :(

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: CVOJOE on December 01, 2008, 09:09:13 PM
Yo Howie,
You still looking for a name for the resurrected EVO/CVO? How about Hillary in honor of your beloved Senator from the great state of New York? Besides, she clearly needs to be modified, ridden hard, and then put away wet or something don't you think?  :nixweiss:  :huepfenjump3:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: icybay on December 01, 2008, 09:29:57 PM
I can only think of  one thing to say..... :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27: :vrolijk27:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: AXIL on December 01, 2008, 09:34:59 PM
  howie, the 85 is looking good , and another thanks for the pics of the 52, :2vrolijk_21:.   axil
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: SBB on December 01, 2008, 09:49:01 PM
Yo Howie,
You still looking for a name for the resurrected EVO/CVO? How about Hillary in honor of your beloved Senator from the great state of New York? Besides, she clearly needs to be modified, ridden hard, and then put away wet or something don't you think?  :nixweiss:  :huepfenjump3:

Perfect name!

Hillary!

 :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: icybay on December 01, 2008, 09:56:12 PM
I thought of you when I saw that SC, Tim! Thought you'd like it! That'd go great in your collection. :2vrolijk_21:

That one's not for sale though. ??? :(

Hoist! 8)

Yeah, neither is this one- now!!!   Thanks for making me need a Servi.

This site costs me more money........now where did I leave Gene's number...
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 02, 2008, 09:11:15 AM
  howie, the 85 is looking good , and another thanks for the pics of the 52, :2vrolijk_21:.   axil

Thanks gang! It'll look even better, finished, and back home and rideable again!!! That's what I'M talkin about!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hillary definitely doesn't cut it Joe. Binx felt that since she was never named before, we just leave her what I always called her, "The Wide Glide"! I tend to agree! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 15, 2008, 02:45:21 PM
WooHoo!!! Getting closer! The tanks are back on. The new Autometer speedo/tach is on, wired, and working. Everything is rewired. A few more finishing touches and hopefully we'll be firing her up on Wed!!! If all's good to go, hopefully I'll be bringing her home this weekend!!! Hopefully!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on December 16, 2008, 10:28:39 PM
WooHoo!!! Getting closer! The tanks are back on. The new Autometer speedo/tach is on, wired, and working. Everything is rewired. A few more finishing touches and hopefully we'll be firing her up on Wed!!! If all's good to go, hopefully I'll be bringing her home this weekend!!! Hopefully!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)

Congrats, Howie!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 05:11:36 PM
Was at the shop today. Not quite ready to start the motor yet, but getting real close. I'm waiting for my Yellow 8.8mm Accel plug wires and Yellow Accel Super Coil to show up. Oil tank didn't need replacing. Leak was from a loose clamp on 1 of the connections. But you'll see, there's not much left. I think it came out FANTASTIC!!! Everything I imagined it to be when conceptualizing it and more. Everything flows real well. This will be a model HD only could dream about building. You can't buy a new bike for what I spent to redo my '85 FXWG, and you'd still need to put all the cool hot rod chit, and do motor work, to get it like this. Like the title of the thread says, "CVO Style"! And before ya say it, I know damn well it's not A HD CVO and never will be! But this is a Hoist! CVO and that's way better!!! ::) ??? ;D ;)

So here's a few more progress pics. 1st one is with Cybil on the next lift over to my 4-speed (now 6-speed, but this will always be my 4-speed)!

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 05:12:13 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 05:16:05 PM
Autometer speedo/tach w/built in indicator lights. Uses electronic pickup for speedo fromn the new 6-speed trans. No more speedo cable on the front wheel! :huepfenjump3:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 05:18:12 PM
Last one. The new Traxxion AK-20 equipped new Rev Tech front end w/Metzler Lasertech and PM differential bore 6-piston calipers and controls. More to come soon! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: 110tHunDer on December 17, 2008, 06:05:16 PM
 
Hey, Howie!  How many of your bikes actually run, LOL?! ::) :P :huepfenlol2:  Well, I guess it'll be "one more" soon enough!!! :drink:   Bike looks great, man! :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 06:09:00 PM

Hey, Howie!  How many of your bikes actually run, LOL?! ::) :P :huepfenlol2:  Well, I guess it'll be "one more" soon enough!!! :drink:   Bike looks great, man! :2vrolijk_21:


Right now Joy and the Pro Street. And you can see my 4-speed's very close! So my Evo's will all be up. And they stay up too for the most part. It's the POS TC that's giving me all the grief. I'll get that right too yet! Cybil should be done by the end of Jan. Whatever. Won't need her til March anyway. I gotta be careful giving some people dates. Then they figgur they can hold me to them, as if they care! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: 110tHunDer on December 17, 2008, 06:18:55 PM
 
I didn't really GAS, I was just using someone else's line as a joke!  Who cares, anyway!  They can be as fun to work on as to ride!

I do love the looks of the WG, though!  That'll be a neat one to have on the streets again! :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 06:25:35 PM

I didn't really GAS, I was just using someone else's line as a joke!  Who cares, anyway!  They can be as fun to work on as to ride!

I do love the looks of the WG, though!  That'll be a neat one to have on the streets again! :2vrolijk_21:


HeHe!!! Got me! ;D :2vrolijk_21:

But I always have a blast doing bike mods. Especially biggies! And I got 2 biggies going at once. I try not to normally do that. But ya do what ya gota do! :huepfenjump3:

Looks like I'll be breaking in 2 new motors in the cold weather! Them motors will like that! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on December 17, 2008, 07:07:43 PM
Congrats Howie.  Looks Great!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 07:10:49 PM
Congrats Howie.  Looks Great!

Thanks Henry! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on December 17, 2008, 07:19:27 PM
Bike looks great Hoist! Thanks for the photos - you know I love 'em! Gotta be exciting to see such a major project come together like that. Looking forward to ride reports!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 07:22:43 PM
Bike looks great Hoist! Thanks for the photos - you know I love 'em! Gotta be exciting to see such a major project come together like that. Looking forward to ride reports!

Thanks mb! appreciate it man. I'm looking forward to the maiden voyage. Maybe it can be on XMas Day!!! Worst case, New Years Day!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Ya know the reports will follow! And we all know that  :worthless: ;D :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 17, 2008, 08:59:03 PM
Thanks for the pics Howie. This has been a fun project to follow.  Have really enjoyed it.  Looking forward to the end of it and hearing of the beastie hitting the street :2vrolijk_21: .
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 17, 2008, 09:01:31 PM
Thanks for the pics Howie. This has been a fun project to follow.  Have really enjoyed it.  Looking forward to the end of it and hearing of the beastie hitting the street :2vrolijk_21: .

Thanks Don! You and me both! Now you'll have a choice of a few cool rides when ya come visit us! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 17, 2008, 09:02:59 PM
Thanks Don! You and me both! Now you'll have a choice of a few cool rides when ya come visit us! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

Amen to that brother.  You can spell that I N C E N T I V E !
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 19, 2008, 12:36:51 PM
WooHoo!!! WooHoo!!! WooHoo!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Just got a call from the shop! It was my bike calling me! I answered the phone to my new 110 Evo running!!! It sounded great from what I could hear over a cell phone! Vern used to call my 4-speed "Rainmaker", cause of all the times I went to see him and it started raining! Now he's calling it "Snowmaker"! New bike, new name, new generation for the ole 4-speed!!! ;D

It was a fun call, and she's pretty much done now! Too bad she'll sit awhile til we get rid of all this white chit falling here! Can't wait to get my "real bike" back!!! ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 19, 2008, 12:44:04 PM
WooHoo!!! WooHoo!!! WooHoo!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Just got a call from the shop! It was my bike calling me! I answered the phone to my new 110 Evo running!!! It sounded great from what I could hear over a cell phone! Vern used to call my 4-speed "Rainmaker", cause of all the times I went to see him and it started raining! Now he's calling it "Snowmaker"! New bike, new name, new generation for the ole 4-speed!!! ;D

It was a fun call, and she's pretty much done now! Too bad she'll sit awhile til we get rid of all this white chit falling here! Can't wait to get my "real bike" back!!! ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Congrats Man, I know you're happy right now.  (even with the white chit)  ;D har!  spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 19, 2008, 12:46:46 PM
Thanks spyd! :2vrolijk_21:

And you know I'll be going to visit her tomorrow, white chit and all!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 19, 2008, 12:50:32 PM
Thanks spyd! :2vrolijk_21:

And you know I'll be going to visit her tomorrow, white chit and all!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)


I forgot.  What carb is on this one?  Just wondering how easy she'll be to dial in.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 19, 2008, 12:54:19 PM

I forgot.  What carb is on this one?  Just wondering how easy she'll be to dial in.

Mikuni HSR 45. I used an adapter for, and used the S&S backplate and A/C Teardrop A/C assembly. He's throwing it on the dyno to calibrate the new Autometer speedo/tach, and will set the carb up while it's on. It won't need much fiddling around with. It sounded pretty damn good already! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 19, 2008, 01:17:37 PM
Mikuni HSR 45. I used an adapter for, and used the S&S backplate and A/C Teardrop A/C assembly. He's throwing it on the dyno to calibrate the new Autometer speedo/tach, and will set the carb up while it's on. It won't need much fiddling around with. It sounded pretty damn good already! ;)

Hoist! 8)

That's great Howie.  Hearing one fire off the first time is always a big deal.  No matter how many times you've done it.  Keeping my fingers crossed for quick storm passage and cleared roads to try it out a bit.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 19, 2008, 01:19:23 PM
That's great Howie.  Hearing one fire off the first time is always a big deal.  No matter how many times you've done it.  Keeping my fingers crossed for quick storm passage and cleared roads to try it out a bit.

Thanks Don! Let's hope it clears quick. Supposed to warm up again next week. I hope so! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 19, 2008, 01:55:37 PM
Thanks Don! Let's hope it clears quick. Supposed to warm up again next week. I hope so! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)

We had schools closed Mon-Tues-Wed.  A little more slush early Thursday followed by rain.  High during the day Thursday was around 40.  The overnight it went nuts.  Took the dog out to pee about 3:00 AM and it was in the high 60s.  Cooled off again before dawn and it's in the mid 30s again now.  Everything got melted or washed off though.  Maybe you'll get that too.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: screem on December 19, 2008, 02:53:43 PM
Howie, I dig that S&S A/C with the slots in the front of it...way cool...good luck with the weather...not to rub it in or anything...but :orange: what the hell...82 an sunny an dry here today and the rest of the weekend....cold spell coming monday though....they say it may only get to 73 or so....but ya got to be tough to live here in the sunshine state....best of luck with the scoot....really enjoyed the pics too :orange:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 19, 2008, 02:59:30 PM
Howie, I dig that S&S A/C with the slots in the front of it...way cool...good luck with the weather...not to rub it in or anything...but :orange: what the hell...82 an sunny an dry here today and the rest of the weekend....cold spell coming monday though....they say it may only get to 73 or so....but ya got to be tough to live here in the sunshine state....best of luck with the scoot....really enjoyed the pics too :orange:

Thanks a lot Bob! That's the Hi-flow model they make. I got it from TimBone two years ago, and used it on Cybil til I put the 62mm TB on her. They make an adapter to use the S&S A/C on Mikuni carbs. Love that S&S A/C look on a V-Twin! :2vrolijk_21:

But you'll rub it in anyway, huh! ::) :P ;D ;D ;D

Wish I were down there with ya right now, breakin the Snowmaker in! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on December 19, 2008, 09:23:47 PM
Great news, Howie!  Thanks for sharing.  I know you'll be happy to get "The Four Speed," "Rainmaker," "Snowmaker" back home where she belongs.  It's always awesome when a plan finally produces a result.  I remember not many months ago seeing all her new parts still boxed up downstairs at NSMC.  You must be extremely excited.  Can't wait for your report on how she rides now.  Best Blessings to ya!   :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 20, 2008, 09:02:42 AM
Great news, Howie!  Thanks for sharing.  I know you'll be happy to get "The Four Speed," "Rainmaker," "Snowmaker" back home where she belongs.  It's always awesome when a plan finally produces a result.  I remember not many months ago seeing all her new parts still boxed up downstairs at NSMC.  You must be extremely excited.  Can't wait for your report on how she rides now.  Best Blessings to ya!   :2vrolijk_21:

Thank you Henry! You know better than most how excited I am getting my REAL bike back! I love that ole 4-speed, and hope to love it even more now that she's reborn CVO Style!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on December 20, 2008, 05:38:22 PM
Thank you Henry! You know better than most how excited I am getting my REAL bike back! I love that ole 4-speed, and hope to love it even more now that she's reborn CVO Style!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

I know you will.  Heck man, she was beautiful before all this work.  That which you've done now has completed the impossible:  making beautiful and fun.......the best it can be.  Congratulations.  I wish you many years of happiness with the 4-speed.
Can I PLEASE take her for a spin next time I visit........PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE?

Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 20, 2008, 05:56:23 PM
I know you will.  Heck man, she was beautiful before all this work.  That which you've done now has completed the impossible:  making beautiful and fun.......the best it can be.  Congratulations.  I wish you many years of happiness with the 4-speed.
Can I PLEASE take her for a spin next time I visit........PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE?



Of course, you know it bro! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on December 20, 2008, 05:58:37 PM
Of course, you know it bro! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

Thanks Man!   :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 11:29:43 AM
Couldn't go over the weekend. I'm gonna try and make it there today. But with this forecast, it doesn't look like I'll be takin her home anytime soon! :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

Forecast for New York (Manhattan) 

Updated: 9:42 am EST on December 22, 2008
Wind Advisory in effect until noon EST today... 
 Today
Sunny and windy. Highs in the lower 20s. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wind chill values as low as 7 below this morning.
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 Tonight
Partly cloudy in the evening...then becoming mostly clear. Windy with lows around 20. West winds 15 to 25 mph. 
 Tuesday
Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 30s. West winds 5 to 10 mph...becoming southwest in the afternoon.
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 Tuesday Night
Cloudy. A chance of rain...snow and freezing rain after midnight. Evening lows in the lower 30s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 40 percent.
 Wednesday
Rain likely. Windy and not as cold with highs around 50. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph...increasing to 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Chance of rain 60 percent.
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Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 22, 2008, 11:36:46 AM
Hey, look at it this way......the cool temps will be good for the break-in.  ;D har!  spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 11:38:29 AM
Hey, look at it this way......the cool temps will be good for the break-in.  ;D har!  spyder

And I'll be breaking in 2 in the cold! Wanted to get the WG broken in before Cybil gets home!!! Them heated clothes can't get here soon enough!!! These engines love the cold much more than I do! ;) :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 22, 2008, 11:41:16 AM
And I'll be breaking in 2 in the cold! Wanted to get the WG broken in before Cybil gets home!!! Them heated clothes can't get here soon enough!!! :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)


Heated gear :huepfenlol2: .  Dual stereo sources.  Tour paks.  Etc etc etc.... :drink:

Howie is just a FDGWTB.





















full dresser guy without the bike
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 11:43:22 AM

Heated gear :huepfenlol2: .  Dual stereo sources.  Tour paks.  Etc etc etc.... :drink:

Howie is just a FDGWTB.





















full dresser guy without the bike

Wait a minute now! We're talkin about the 4-speed (6-speed) here! :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 11:50:57 AM
serg
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 11:56:16 AM
serg

You're excused! ??? :D :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 22, 2008, 11:57:44 AM
Wait a minute now! We're talkin about the 4-speed (6-speed) here! :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)

Doesn't matter.  Can you even begin to imagine either of us say, oh, maybe 25 years ago.  We'd be so laughing our asses off at any old geezer we saw worried about things like heated clothes or amps or fancy braided lines :huepfenlol2: . 
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 11:59:17 AM
Doesn't matter.  Can you even begin to imagine either of us say, oh, maybe 25 years ago.  We'd be so laughing our asses off at any old geezer we saw worried about things like heated clothes or amps or fancy braided lines :huepfenlol2: . 

HeHe!!! I did'nt even know they had such things! Wait a minute, they didn't!!! :nixweiss: ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 22, 2008, 12:07:53 PM
HeHe!!! I did'nt even know they had such things! Wait a minute, they didn't!!! :nixweiss: ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)

Some of it they probably did.  But you would've needed a small trailer to pull the amp and a spare car battery backpack to run the heated clothes for an hour. 

Just can't help but be amused sometimes at some of the chit levels of detail we go to with the bikes anymore compared to how grateful we used to be just to have something that ran well enough to get you from here to there without destroying your kidneys in the process.

Rigid (suspension) has given way to firm (Corbin saddles).  Shock has gone from potholes to Bitubos.  Saddle has gone from old leather clad wood and foam to a thousand dollars of stitching, backrests and heating elements.  Occasionally riding beside a car long enough to ask the kid driving if he knows the weather ahead has gone to HawgWired digital amps powering the output from multmode stereos and component speakers with disc players and weatherbands.  Wheel bearings that last forever.  Fancy "recurve" windshields.  So much we would have just laughed at when staying up late again trying to make one bike out of two once again because you just have to get back on the road.  And with all that; tires still don't last for crap :nixweiss: .
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 12:10:30 PM
Some of it they probably did.  But you would've needed a small trailer to pull the amp and a spare car battery backpack to run the heated clothes for an hour. 

Just can't help but be amused sometimes at some of the chit levels of detail we go to with the bikes anymore compared to how grateful we used to be just to have something that ran well enough to get you from here to there without destroying your kidneys in the process.

Rigid (suspension) has given way to firm (Corbin saddles).  Shock has gone from potholes to Bitubos.  Saddle has gone from old leather clad wood and foam to a thousand dollars of stitching, backrests and heating elements.  Occasionally riding beside a car long enough to ask the kid driving if he knows the weather ahead has gone to HawgWired digital amps powering the output from multmode stereos and component speakers with disc players and weatherbands.  Wheel bearings that last forever.  Fancy "recurve" windshields.  So much we would have just laughed at when staying up late again trying to make one bike out of two once again because you just have to get back on the road.  And with all that; tires still don't last for crap :nixweiss: .

And HD motors are still leaking!!! ;D ;D ;D

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 22, 2008, 12:14:22 PM
And HD motors are still leaking!!! ;D ;D ;D

Hoist! 8)


Yeap :huepfenlol2: .

Though it's not the mark-their-territory thing like they used to. 
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 22, 2008, 12:21:40 PM
  And with all that; tires still don't last for crap :nixweiss: .
Yeah, but they sure do 'stick' better.   I have to remind myself of all of which you speak on a regular basis, as it's just too easy to get caught up in the advances and piss & moan over problems that aren't even relevant compared to what we use to have (to deal with).  The up-side was that even I could work on and usually fix the old simple scooters.  ;D har!  :drink: spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 22, 2008, 12:27:49 PM
Yeah, but they sure do 'stick' better.   I have to remind myself of all of which you speak on a regular basis, as it's just too easy to get caught up in the advances and piss & moan over problems that aren't even relevant compared to what we use to have (to deal with).  The up-side was that even I could work on and usually fix the old simple scooters.  ;D har!  :drink: spyder

The downside was that not only could we work on them. It was a requirement.  Can remember a couple of Brit bikes I really liked (they actually looked good enough that girls liked them).  I liked every leaking breaking thing about them and the tools they required you to carry.  And they were actually good bikes.

We didn't complain about breakdowns because they were simply part of the process.  And most things could be made to run or roll again right on the side of the road.  Even with Harley's penchant for cutting corners and having first runs at engineering not be quite up to speed we actually do complain about breakdowns now; because they're still an overall relatively rare thing.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 12:41:52 PM
Can't rotate anymore either...
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Tires that is...
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 12:46:11 PM
Can't rotate anymore either...

HeHe!!! WTH ever rotated bike tires? :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Fired00d on December 22, 2008, 12:48:02 PM
Is he saying back when that bike was built you could?? Was that a possibility back then?

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 12:50:19 PM
Back in the day they did bucko...thats is why the oldster has a rear stand on it and the fender has a hinge that lets the fender flod up to help in removal.  After this weekends ride, I don't think I will ever wear out the skins on it... ;D.  Tires were the same size front and rear for quite a few years.. :drink:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 12:53:16 PM
Oh yeah...tires were very pricey...the factory tool kit and riders guide gives instructons and intervals...The wheel assemblies come right off without a fight, I guess because the roads back then were not so nice! The picture is in the "wilds" of Mahattan...
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 12:54:02 PM
Sorry wrong one, here are the "wilds"
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Fired00d on December 22, 2008, 12:57:52 PM
Back in the day they did bucko...thats is why the oldster has a rear stand on it and the fender has a hinge that lets the fender flod up to help in removal.  After this weekends ride, I don't think I will ever wear out the skins on it... ;D.  Tires were the same size front and rear for quite a few years.. :drink:
That answers my question..... Thanks.

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Mr. We on December 22, 2008, 01:06:41 PM
HeHe!!! WTH ever rotated bike tires? :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)

I rotate mine every time I go fore a ride, didn't know there was any other way!  :pumpkin:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 01:08:36 PM
They must rotate. hopefully around an axis..
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: djkak on December 22, 2008, 01:36:29 PM
Back in the day they did bucko...thats is why the oldster has a rear stand on it and the fender has a hinge that lets the fender flod up to help in removal.  After this weekends ride, I don't think I will ever wear out the skins on it... ;D.  Tires were the same size front and rear for quite a few years.. :drink:

I recall from the 1960’s through the early ‘80’s, the Firestone and Goodyear Super Eagles as well as the later Speed Grip tires were the same for the front and rear in the 5.00 and 5.10x16 sizes.

As I remember it, the hinged rear fender was used through 1978 on the FLH; although with all of the goodies festooned on the back end of the later machines, most folks didn’t use the hinge, but simply raised the motorcycle and dropped the wheel out the bottom.

Rotating the tires was not unheard of, although not real common through the ‘60’s. The wheel assemblies were the same front and rear. Removing the wheel lugs allows the brake drum to be separated from the wheel, making the swap relatively easy. In your wildest hallucination, you couldn’t imagine a motorcycle handling worse than they did with a worn, squared off rear tire running up front. It was an experience worth owning.

djkak
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:34:49 PM
Is he saying back when that bike was built you could?? Was that a possibility back then?

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:

Yes it was possible. It still is. If ya run 16"'s F&R, the Conti 3.50 - 16 M/C 58P TT. It's a K112 or RB 2 or something like that! It can be front and rear by reversing the orientation of the tire for front or rear use! I'll be using it F&R on my Hoist Bobber! ;)

It's the one on the right!

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:39:56 PM
OK, just got back from the shop! Bike is AWESOME!!! It's a new bike that can't be purchased and that HD only WISHED they could build!!! It's the ultimate 4-speed frame Evo bike!!! I just love how it came out. Exactly as I envisioned it and then some! Got a buncha pics of her done! If only the damn weather would cooperate!

Here's the pics of my finished '85A FXWG, all done up CVO style!!! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:40:33 PM
I know, it needs a new seat! :nixweiss:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:41:08 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:41:29 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:41:59 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:42:49 PM
Ignition was just turned on when I took this. The needdles bounce at startup and return to their normal resting spot!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 22, 2008, 02:43:24 PM
Merry Christmas to Howie.  Looks great man.  Just outstanding.  It's going to be a blast to ride around the city.  Have fun.  Tons of fun.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:43:32 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:44:20 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 22, 2008, 02:44:26 PM
NICE!

Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:45:00 PM
PM's, bitubos and AK-20's! What a great combo on a HD!!!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:45:27 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:46:01 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:46:33 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:47:01 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:47:39 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 22, 2008, 02:47:57 PM
Yeeha!  :2vrolijk_21: har!  :drink: spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:48:19 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:48:48 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:49:18 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:50:01 PM
The paint's 5 YO now, but I decided to keep it awhile longer!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:50:28 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:50:56 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:51:22 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:52:17 PM
I always liked the Yellow Accel Super Coil and 8.8mm Plug Wires, going back to the shovel days!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:53:02 PM
Who said it'd never fit! :nixweiss: ;D ;)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:53:24 PM
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Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:53:50 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:54:20 PM
HeHe!!!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:54:45 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: naitram on December 22, 2008, 02:56:18 PM
better check that mirror looks like something ugly stuck on it
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 02:56:46 PM
Last one! The boys hard at work. That's Buddy one of the owners giving me a "you're No. 1" sign! ;D

Adam, Mark, Buddy, and Frankie. Frankie did some of the assembly. Vern did most of it. Artie did all the wiring (he's not there either)

Vern wasn't there today. So he's still a mystery man to youze guys! Hope ya'll like the pics. Can't wait to get on her now!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Fired00d on December 22, 2008, 03:03:56 PM
Congrats Howie, enjoy!!!! Did you get it home?


Oh, and like Neal said...... the pic of the funny looking guy in the mirror just about skeered me chitless. :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2:

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 03:07:53 PM
Congrats Howie, enjoy!!!! Did you get it home?


Oh, and like Neal said...... the pic of the funny looking guy in the mirror just about skeered me chitless. :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2:

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:

HeHe! I saw that when I was takin em, so I focussed on the mirror and lined myself up in it, just for a goof! ;D ;D ;D

No, I'll be riding her home when I get a break in the weather. The new front end doesn't have a tab to line up with the one on the frame, for the fork padlock. Buddy's gonna try and fabricate something so I don't have to use one of them stupid disc brake locks, which I'm sure I'll forget to remove at one point or another! :nixweiss:

Thanks all for the kind words and for lookin!!! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Stone Cold on December 22, 2008, 03:42:23 PM
Great looking bike Howie,nice job!!! :2vrolijk_21:


Hope ya get some nice weather soon. I know we won't  :'(

Pete
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 03:44:44 PM
Great looking bike Howie,nice job!!! :2vrolijk_21:


Hope ya get some nice weather soon. I know we won't  :'(

Pete


Thanks a lot Pete! Don't know when I'll get to ride these days either. Was 15 this morning. Supposed to warm up a lil but rain! I'll catch some Indian (I mean HD) summer sometime soon I hope though! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on December 22, 2008, 03:53:44 PM
Hoist - what an outstanding build! Bike looks just awesome, cool to see a chain drive! There's enough chrome there to qualify for honorary CVO status although you may want to consider mocking up a HVO logo. Sure you can't wait to get on and break the law.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 09:01:53 PM
Hoist - what an outstanding build! Bike looks just awesome, cool to see a chain drive! There's enough chrome there to qualify for honorary CVO status although you may want to consider mocking up a HVO logo. Sure you can't wait to get on and break the law.

There are no laws broken til I get caught!!! ::) ::) ::) ;D ;)

Thanks a lot mb! Yeah, and HD can, and has, done way worse than having an HVO Factory!!! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Black Diamond on December 22, 2008, 09:42:18 PM
Looks great Howie. It's great when you see these ol scooters still thumping along! Still working on the 84 with/for my son.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 22, 2008, 09:48:07 PM
Looks great Howie. It's great when you see these ol scooters still thumping along! Still working on the 84 with/for my son.

Thanks Jeff! :2vrolijk_21:

Did ya find bars for the bike? Check Flanders site. They make all kinds. I'd keep ther gauges on 2"-4" straight risers, then figure the bars to do the rest for you from there. Take a good look at the FXDWG bars too. HD makes em in chrome, CHEAP!!! Use 2" risers. Very comfortable! ;)

There's NO NEW BIKE that HD makes that I'd buy today. This was my thought process in rebuilding this one. This was always my favorite HD I ever had. So, it needed a rebirth to this generation is all. Now it's better than anything HD can think of making, including CVO's!!! :o ;) :2vrolijk_21:

















That oughta get a rise!!! :nixweiss: :nixweiss: :nixweiss:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 23, 2008, 11:37:12 AM
TODAY'S UPDATE:

Well, completely struck out on the seat replacement, as I thought I would. Try finding a nice seat replacement for a 4-speed Evo frame! Aha! Can't be done. Mustang makes a Pillow Seat for it, which I already have. It doesn't go with this bike at all. So I contacted them for options. They were very helpful, and way better to talk to than Corbin. But alas, they were not able to help. They don't make 4-speed Evo seats any longer, even though their website says they do. But......

They sent me to a place called Sargeant Cycle Products. http://www.sargentcycle.com/custserv.htm
They have a division called the Custom Seat Services Division. They offer seat rebuilding of ANY seat, including HD stock seats. They're going to redo the foam in Supercell, and recover it with the pleated vinyl and retain the 2-piece look. They're even going to try to salvage the original round HD logo in 1 of the seat panels. Basically give me a NEW stock seat with better foam. Total w/shipping was $250. As I don't seem to have any other options, I'm going to ship my seat down to FL and give them a shot! I hope they get it right! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Black Diamond on December 23, 2008, 11:44:24 AM
Looks like a good option Howie. Good luck with the seat!

JW
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 23, 2008, 11:47:56 AM
Give it a shot!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 23, 2008, 11:49:34 AM
Hey Hoist, how will it look different than what's on the bike now? Are you just needing new foam?   :-\ spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 23, 2008, 11:55:59 AM
Hey Hoist, how will it look different than what's on the bike now? Are you just needing new foam?   :-\ spyder

Thanks guys! :2vrolijk_21:

The seat in those pics is not for this bike. It's a seat I picked up that seat on EBay for $22 and is from an '85 FXE, round fender bike (not a Bobtail fender). I'm using it cause I figured I'd need it while my original stock seat gets rebuilt, which I thought would be(and is) my only option. Anyone ever hear of these guys?

Didn't necessarily need new foam spyd, but the vinyl's a lil ripped up after 25 years. But adding the modern Supercell is a no brainer since it'll be completely apart. ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Black Diamond on December 23, 2008, 12:00:57 PM
Haven't heard of them. I've talked with and a friend use www.meancitycycles.com/. They did a good job for him. Can't hurt to call em.

JW
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 23, 2008, 12:01:01 PM
So you need a completely new designed seat?  I seem to remember someone speaking of a custom seat outfit in your general area.....maybe someone remembers where the post was?  :-\  spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 23, 2008, 12:08:23 PM
So you need a completely new designed seat?  I seem to remember someone speaking of a custom seat outfit in your general area.....maybe someone remembers where the post was?  :-\  spyder

Not new designed, just refoamed and recovered, but retain the exact stock look. I was looking for a new custom designed seat to be made for the Pro Street. ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 23, 2008, 12:18:39 PM
Not new designed, just refoamed and recovered, but retain the exact stock look. I was looking for a new custom designed seat to be made for the Pro Street. ;)

Hoist! 8)
:oops:Forgot about your multi-tasking (too many builds going on).  har!  spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 23, 2008, 12:19:59 PM
:oops:Forgot about your multi-tasking (too many builds going on).  har!  spyder

HeHe!!! Pro Street's done, I'd just like a nicer seat for it. But that'll wait til my other tasks are completed! ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 23, 2008, 01:38:39 PM
Haven't heard of them. I've talked with and a friend use www.meancitycycles.com/. They did a good job for him. Can't hurt to call em.

JW

Thanks for the info Jeff. Sargeant was recommended by Mustang and is a huge Mustang dealer. The guy at Mustang spoke very highly of their work. The guy Bill I spoke to at Sargeant was very knowledgable on every aspect of seat rebuilding, and I felt good after going thru everything with him for over 1/2 hour by phone. So for the $250 delivered, I thought I'd give em a shot. So the seat's on it's way to Jacksonville to Sargeant. Hopefully I'll feel as good about it after I get it back!!! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Black Diamond on December 23, 2008, 04:42:32 PM
I would think Mustang would be very hesitant to give a recommendation unless they knew it was all good. As I said earlier, sounds like a good option. Can't wait to see the results!

JW
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 25, 2008, 02:55:22 PM
Damn! Timing's everything, both good and bad! It's a GORGEOUS day here today! 42 and not a cloud in the sky. All the snow's about gone! And Snowmaker's sitting in a closed shop today!!! :(

Oh well, Joy won't mind getting the excercise instead!!! Hope ya'll get a nice XMas ride in today too! Enjoy your XMas everyone!!! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: CVOJOE on December 27, 2008, 03:39:23 PM
Looking great Howie!  :2vrolijk_21:  :2vrolijk_21:

Now, she must be fast as well as the speedo shows 60MPH sitting on the stand @3500RPM!  :nixweiss: Get some read flames on the new seat to bring out the red or maybe yellow flames to match the coil and plug wires ?

 :drink:
Joe
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 27, 2008, 04:32:07 PM
Looking great Howie!  :2vrolijk_21:  :2vrolijk_21:

Now, she must be fast as well as the speedo shows 60MPH sitting on the stand @3500RPM!  :nixweiss: Get some read flames on the new seat to bring out the red or maybe yellow flames to match the coil and plug wires ?

 :drink:
Joe

HeHe!!! Yeah Joe,that bike is even fast standing still!!! ;D ;D ;D

Nah, decided to rebuild the seat same as the stock one that came with the '85 FXWG. I always loved the seat, and a new stock one with Superfoam or whatever you call it, will be just fine by me on this bike. ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 28, 2008, 01:40:04 PM
Dammit, I'll catch a break soon! :o :nixweiss:

Chelsea, New York, New York (PWS)
Updated: 1 sec ago
 63.8 °F
Overcast
 
AND THE SHOP'S CLOSED!!! :(

One day soon the stars will align again, and I'll get to take my baby back home!!! ;) :huepfenjump3: :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 10:21:49 AM
Looks like I'll have to get over there today. Vern called and rode the bike yesterday for the first time. He said it rode unbelievably smooth and will have all the power I'll need. He can't believe how great the bike rides! He's not too familiar with Traxxion, and has only ridden my SERK with it installed. I can't wait to check it out on my street bike for myself! ;)

But the weather only appears to be getting worse here. So I'll have to get over there today to get a lil saddle time in on her. Hope I can free some time this afternoon! Might be the only chance I get for awhile! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 30, 2008, 10:57:36 AM
Hope so!  I want to see it and Joy lined up for a family pic!
  :)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 11:23:31 AM
Hope so!  I want to see it and Joy lined up for a family pic!
  :)

Thanks Mike, it might actually happen today. Binx will be able to drive out there with me, and I plan on bringing her home this afternoon!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

If I get home early enough, I might even be able to get some pics of them together! Maybe even with the Pro Street too! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on December 30, 2008, 11:45:09 AM
Told cha to put more lights in the garage when you had it empty..!  ;) ;D
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on December 30, 2008, 12:06:05 PM
Hope the weather holds out for you Hoist. Would love to hear your feedback on the new ride in motion!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:14:49 PM
Hope the weather holds out for you Hoist. Would love to hear your feedback on the new ride in motion!

Well it did mb! Bike's home now!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

It rides unbelievable now. You'd never know you're riding a solid mount! You think Traxxion's great on an FLH, try it on a street bike!!! Holy crap! AWESOME!!! :2vrolijk_21:

A few lil glitches to workout with the Autometer tach/speedo. Needs to be calibrated on the dyno. He said after it's broken in. Clutch needs to be adjusted again. Vern left the cable w/o much freeplay on purpose til I get a few miles on. If the cable stretches, it'll help, but we'll adjust it in the spring. Hear a lil rattling from around the engine somewhere. He'll find that too later on. Right now, I'm just happy she's done and home where she belongs!!! ;)

Hoist! 8)

Here's a coupla pics of her home, and a few more for Miker of my '85 FXWG with my '99 FXR3, Joy!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:16:26 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:17:07 PM
Hope so!  I want to see it and Joy lined up for a family pic!
  :)

The next few are for you Mike! :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:17:35 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:18:05 PM
I just love this shot! ;)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:18:36 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:19:20 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:19:52 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 04:22:22 PM
The Wide Glide, Joy, and the Pro Street all tucked in for now!

That'll do it here for awhile. I'll get a ride report after I spend some time on her. That might be awhile though with winter and all. So I hope you enjoyed following along with this build. I had a blast and am happy with the final product! Just what I had in mind for my REAL bike!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on December 30, 2008, 05:28:04 PM
I just love this shot! ;)
I can see why........NICE.   :2vrolijk_21: spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 05:29:16 PM
I can see why........NICE.   :2vrolijk_21: spyder

Thanks a lot spyd! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Stone Cold on December 30, 2008, 09:03:51 PM
Looking good Hoist!!! :2vrolijk_21:

That is one sweet looking bike

Congrats on the build and getting her home. Hope the weather cooperates so you can get out and get some miles in.

Pete
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 11:05:37 PM
Looking good Hoist!!! :2vrolijk_21:

That is one sweet looking bike

Congrats on the build and getting her home. Hope the weather cooperates so you can get out and get some miles in.

Pete

Thanks Pete! Appreciate that! You know I'll be watching that weather real close and getting time on her whenever I can. I'd love to have her broken in before I get Cybil back. Tough breaking in 2 bikes at 1 time! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 30, 2008, 11:10:05 PM
Thanks Pete! Appreciate that! You know I'll be watching that weather real close and getting time on her whenever I can. I'd love to have her broken in before I get Cybil back. Tough breaking in 2 bikes at 1 time! ;)

Hoist! 8)

You are far more religious about adhering to a break in procedure with a modern engine than I am.  Even with the little I do though it's an annoying and slightly frustrating period.  Two at once would suck.  Yet another reason I'm glad the SERG only got its cam case opened and heads lifted off.  Nothing to break in :2vrolijk_21: .
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 30, 2008, 11:12:05 PM
You are far more religious about adhering to a break in procedure with a modern engine than I am.  Even with the little I do though it's an annoying and slightly frustrating period.  Two at once would suck.  Yet another reason I'm glad the SERG only got its cam case opened and heads lifted off.  Nothing to break in :2vrolijk_21: .

HeHe!!! But never impossible! Just gotta keep switching back and forth. As I let 1 cool down, I'll take the other out. Do that back and forth a few days and before you know it, BAM, they're both done!!! ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Black Diamond on December 31, 2008, 12:07:39 AM
Well it did mb! Bike's home now!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

It rides unbelievable now. You'd never know you're riding a solid mount! You think Traxxion's great on an FLH, try it on a street bike!!! Holy crap! AWESOME!!! :2vrolijk_21:



Great news Howie. Here's to hoping 09 starts right for you and all your scoots!

JW
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 31, 2008, 12:09:06 AM
Great news Howie. Here's to hoping 09 starts right for you and all your scoots!

JW

Thank You Jeff!!! And a Very Healthy and Happy New Year to ya!!! :drink: :drink: :drink:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on December 31, 2008, 03:49:24 AM
Howieeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee :thumbsup:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: HogBreath on December 31, 2008, 05:55:46 AM
Looking good Howie! Congratulations man!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: AXIL on December 31, 2008, 07:59:15 AM
 looks good howie, i like it.  :2vrolijk_21:      axil
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on December 31, 2008, 08:13:46 AM
looks good howie, i like it.  :2vrolijk_21:      axil

Looking good Howie! Congratulations man!

Howieeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee :thumbsup:

THANKS GUYS!!! Ya'll have a Great New Years too!!! :drink: :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on December 31, 2008, 01:45:50 PM
Glad you got to ride the new scoot Hoist. Looking forward to a detailed ride review.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on January 02, 2009, 06:08:58 AM
Very sweet pics indeed Howie. You even have me grinning like a Cheshire cat at the thought of how you must feel with your babies tucked up in your garage. All you need now is for Cybil to make her return and you will be complete (hope your garage can fit them all in).

Happy New Year to you and Binx............hope youze have a great one.

Nige & Jan
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 08:14:06 AM
Very sweet pics indeed Howie. You even have me grinning like a Cheshire cat at the thought of how you must feel with your babies tucked up in your garage. All you need now is for Cybil to make her return and you will be complete (hope your garage can fit them all in).

Happy New Year to you and Binx............hope youze have a great one.

Nige & Jan

Thanks a lot Nige! And don't forget the Hoist Bobber too! Gotta be room for five, not four! Oops, better make it six after a Black Triumph Thruxton finally makes it's way over here someday too! ;) :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

And all the best to you and Jan with wishes of a very Healthy and Happy New Year to you both! :drink: :drink: :drink: :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on January 02, 2009, 12:34:48 PM
Hoist, went to the traxion site and it appeared they did not have a front end for wide glides. Did they do a custom setup for yours? I see you are a big fan of their products and I can understand the big advantage on a touring bike but would be interested in your feedback on the benefits on a wide glide. Is it worth the $$$'s?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 12:49:56 PM
Hoist, went to the traxion site and it appeared they did not have a front end for wide glides. Did they do a custom setup for yours? I see you are a big fan of their products and I can understand the big advantage on a touring bike but would be interested in your feedback on the benefits on a wide glide. Is it worth the $$$'s?

They can do a conversion on just about any front end conventional hydraulic front end. Just call and ask for Dan. Same price too. Not custom for them, but I don't think any HD guys have done anything but FL's besides me! And as it turns out, it's even better on a street bike mb!!! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on January 02, 2009, 12:54:28 PM
When you say better, do you mean safer, better performance in turns, stopping?? How do you notice the difference and what do you experience versus stock front end?
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 12:58:24 PM
When you say better, do you mean safer, better performance in turns, stopping?? How do you notice the difference and what do you experience versus stock front end?

The ride and the dive. I seem to glide over the same highway cross ties I used to leave my seat on with the stock front end. And the dive during handling is all but gone. Very controlllable now. It's also more plush at the same time. This is in conjunction with the bitubo's in the rear. I didn't try it with just the AK-20's in the front. But the AK-20/bitubo combo is the best I've ever felt on any HD! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on January 02, 2009, 01:02:52 PM
The ride and the dive. I seem to glide over the same highway cross ties I used to leave my seat on with the stock front end. And the dive during handling is all but gone. Very controlllable now. It's also more plush at the same time. This is in conjunction with the bitubo's in the rear. I didn't try it with just the AK-20's in the front. But the AK-20/bitubo combo is the best I've ever felt on any HD! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)


He likes that it rides like a dresser ::) .
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 01:34:58 PM

He likes that it rides like a dresser ::) .

HeHe!!! It's not all about FD's here Don! BTW, have I mentioned lately that you FD guys REALLY KILL ME!!! ::) :P ;D ;D ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on January 02, 2009, 02:30:34 PM
HeHe!!! It's not all about FD's here Don! BTW, have I mentioned lately that you FD guys REALLY KILL ME!!! ::) :P ;D ;D ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Bad case of FE ya got going there, Hoist.  :-[ har!  spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 02:41:48 PM
Bad case of FE ya got going there, Hoist.  :-[ har!  spyder

Hmmm.................Got me stumped there spyd! :confused5: ;D

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Fired00d on January 02, 2009, 02:49:21 PM
Hmmm.................Got me stumped there spyd! :confused5: ;D

Hoist! 8)
I was thinking some kind of "Faring Phobia" but for the life of me I couldn't figure out the "E" either. :nixweiss: This will be interesting. :vrolijk_11:

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 02:52:39 PM
I was thinking some kind of "Faring Phobia" but for the life of me I couldn't figure out the "E" either. :nixweiss: This will be interesting. :vrolijk_11:

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:

Full "Everything"? :confused5:

Or maybe another meaning for the "F"? :nixweiss: ;D

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on January 02, 2009, 02:52:47 PM
Hmmm.................Got me stumped there spyd! :confused5: ;D

Hoist! 8)
FE.....Fairing Envy. Figured you would know what that was.  ;D har!  :drink: spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Fired00d on January 02, 2009, 02:54:14 PM
.....Fairing Envy. Figured you would know what that was.  ;D har!  :drink: spyder
That's even better then a phobia. :2vrolijk_21: :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2:

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 02:54:28 PM
.....Fairing Envy. Figured you would know what that was.  ;D har!  :drink: spyder

Oh! Nah, envy wouldn't have been the first thing to come to mind for the "E", when it comes to fairings! ::) ;D ;D ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: REGGAB on January 02, 2009, 04:53:41 PM
4 speed looks great, Howie.  You know those post build loose ends.  You and Vern will find 'em and fix 'em.  Congrats!  Soon you'll have a full barn......in the city!   :huepfenlol2:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 04:55:36 PM
4 speed looks great, Howie.  You know those post build loose ends.  You and Vern will find 'em and fix 'em.  Congrats!  Soon you'll have a full barn......in the city!   :huepfenlol2:

Thanks Henry! :2vrolijk_21:

Gettin closer and closer! But will they EVER REALLY be done? ::) ;D ;)





























Maybe when Pigs Fly!!! :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on January 02, 2009, 07:22:09 PM
Looks great Howie, thanks for the pics... :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 02, 2009, 07:23:56 PM
Looks great Howie, thanks for the pics... :2vrolijk_21:

Thanks Mike! Next up, the Hoist Bobber pics and build! :2vrolijk_21:



















Then the RED Thruxton Don's buying for me, which will get Krylon'd BLACK!!! ;D ;) :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

HNY to you and Schmoops! :drink: :drink: :drink:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: miker on January 03, 2009, 10:34:28 AM
Thanks Bro, same to you and The Binx!


Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: CVOJOE on January 08, 2009, 05:24:07 PM
Looks S-W-E-E-T Howie, glad you got her home. Now get her out in the wind and get some miles on her!  :2vrolijk_21:

 :drink:
Joe
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 08, 2009, 05:28:26 PM
Looks S-W-E-E-T Howie, glad you got her home. Now get her out in the wind and get some miles on her!  :2vrolijk_21:

 :drink:
Joe

Thanks Joe! Exactly what I've been waiting to do man! Mom Nature ain't doin much cooperatin tho!!! Still only 7 miles on her, and hasn't been out since I got her home! The very few decent days, have been work days unfortunately! But this will change in time! Hopefully sooner than later!!! ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: RedFXR2 on January 14, 2009, 10:21:31 AM
I just love this shot! ;)

(http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=21806.0;attach=97579;image)

I like it too.  Hard to tell from this which one is more CVO material.
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 14, 2009, 06:26:31 PM
(http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=21806.0;attach=97579;image)

I like it too.  Hard to tell from this which one is more CVO material.

Wow Mike!!! I'll surely take that as a BIG compliment man!!! Thanks!!! :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 02:25:08 PM
As I told youze a few weeks ago, I sent my original stock seat from tthis bike to Sargeant Cycle in FL. The did a good job rebuilding it to new original condition. They were able to salvag the original HD logo that's tooled into one panel of the seat as you can see. It was the only alternative and for $249, it was worth it! They also used their Supercell foam to rebuild it with. Came out very well! Here's a few pics of it both off and on the bike! :2vrolijk_21:

http://www.sargentcycle.com/

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 02:25:55 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 02:26:25 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 02:26:57 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 02:27:33 PM
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Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Twolanerider on January 26, 2009, 02:28:37 PM
Looks great on the bike Howie.  Hope it rides as well as it looks. :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 02:29:13 PM
Well that'll do it for this baby for awhile now. Everything I wanted to do to it is done now! Time to finish up Cybil and the Hoist Bobber! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 02:32:12 PM
Looks great on the bike Howie.  Hope it rides as well as it looks. :2vrolijk_21:

Thanks Don, Sitting on it seems firmer than before. So I guess it'll be OK. Hey, the stock seat at 25 YO was great! This can't be much different, and hopefully even better! Why did HD used to make great seats, and now their stock seats must be changed! Stupid question I guess! ::) ;D ;)

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: elvislee on January 26, 2009, 02:41:30 PM
Hey Howie...Is that seat the one ya said ya bought on eBay back last year sometimes or a different seat? MAN! It really looks good if that's the same one? Why did ya use "Sargent's" instead of "Mean City Cycles"? Just curious cause I'm thinkin of sending my mustang in for gel pads and maybe lowering an inch or so....Again Man...GREAT JOB they did!  :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 03:10:15 PM
Hey Howie...Is that seat the one ya said ya bought on eBay back last year sometimes or a different seat? MAN! It really looks good if that's the same one? Why did ya use "Sargent's" instead of "Mean City Cycles"? Just curious cause I'm thinkin of sending my mustang in for gel pads and maybe lowering an inch or so....Again Man...GREAT JOB they did!  :2vrolijk_21:

Thanks Blaine! No, the EBay one was for a round fender '85 4-speed Evo, not a Bobtail from a FXWG. This is the bike's ORIGINAL factory seat. I sent it to Sargeant's cause they were recommended by Mustang. Mustang was the only manufacturer to make a seat for and '85 4-speed Evo besides HD. And they said these guys are one of their biggest dealers, and also do their own custom seatwork as well. The did a nice job and the price seemed fair! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: FNGw/08SERK on January 26, 2009, 03:16:09 PM
Looks great on the bike Howie.  Hope it rides as well as it looks. :2vrolijk_21:
.... and boy do these bikes look better in person Don!! :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21: Great job Howie!!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 26, 2009, 03:23:17 PM
.... and boy do these bikes look better in person Don!! :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21: Great job Howie!!

HeHe!!! Thanks GH! Too bad it was too cold for the 3 of us to get on em for a lil bit! Oh well, youze'll have to come back in some nicer weather is all! ;) :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on January 26, 2009, 03:40:55 PM
Great job on the seat, Howie.  8) I like the little sissy bar pad also.  Glad they worked the HD emblem back into the re-do.  Neat!  :2vrolijk_21: spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on January 26, 2009, 07:24:01 PM
Seat looks great Hoist! That bike's a winner!
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 27, 2009, 03:47:18 PM
Great job on the seat, Howie.  8) I like the little sissy bar pad also.  Glad they worked the HD emblem back into the re-do.  Neat!  :2vrolijk_21: spyder

Thanks spyd! Wasn't sure I'd get away with that since the old material's a lil brittle. But they felt it would hold up fine. I'm just glad the stock seats used to be comfortable. No need to use anything else! (Especially since nothing else is made for it!) Good quality and quick turnaround! I'd recommend these Sargeant's dudes anytime! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on January 27, 2009, 03:48:04 PM
Seat looks great Hoist! That bike's a winner!

Thanks a lot mb! Appreciate it man! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on January 29, 2009, 05:16:36 AM
Looks like they did a great job Howie. So much better to see a bike like this with the original equipment - IMHO.

Good job.

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on February 01, 2009, 05:52:46 PM
Looks like they did a great job Howie. So much better to see a bike like this with the original equipment - IMHO.

Good job.

Nige

Hmm, thanks I think, but not quite sure what you're saying here Nige! :confused5:

This bike is done up with superior aftermarket stuff to the original equipment, and basically only the frame and tin (not even the tanks though) is all that's left of the original equipment. But it's done the way I wanted it done, and love the way it came out and rides now!!! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Hoist! on February 01, 2009, 05:57:53 PM
WooHoo!!! Got up to 50 today and had the WG out for about 60 miles this afternoon!!! The bike rides better than any new HD street bike I've ridden since the FXR days. You'd never catch me on a Dyna, when I can have one of these! And I never was a Softail dude, so that's never an option for me. The 4-speed Evo frame is one of the best platforms ever to leave HD!!! 110" Evo in there now, and smooth as glass! WTH needs counterbalancers? It was really great riding around and breaking her in this afternoon. Nuthin like a good ride to clear your head out! Highly needed these days!!! ;) :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: spydglide on February 01, 2009, 06:43:24 PM
WooHoo!!! Got up to 50 today and had the WG out for about 60 miles this afternoon!!! The bike rides better than any new HD street bike I've ridden since the FXR days. You'd never catch me on a Dyna, when I can have one of these! And I never was a Softail dude, so that's never an option for me. The 4-speed Evo frame is one of the best platforms ever to leave HD!!! 110" Evo in there now, and smooth as glass! WTH needs counterbalancers? It was really great riding around and breaking her in this afternoon. Nuthin like a good ride to clear your head out! Highly needed these days!!! ;) :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenjump3:

Hoist! 8)
WooHoo is right.  Nuttin like a good blast on a good running scooter to clear out the winter blahs.  ;D spyder
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: BalDeagle on February 03, 2009, 04:39:47 AM
Hmm, thanks I think, but not quite sure what you're saying here Nige! :confused5:

This bike is done up with superior aftermarket stuff to the original equipment, and basically only the frame and tin (not even the tanks though) is all that's left of the original equipment. But it's done the way I wanted it done, and love the way it came out and rides now!!! :2vrolijk_21:

Hoist! 8)

Was just talkin about the seat Howie - mechanics is another issue.

Nige
Title: Re: The CVO'ing of an '85 FXWG - Progress and Pics
Post by: Buy early on February 03, 2009, 08:40:35 AM
Glad to see you got to get some miles on this project and that it exceeds expectations! Nothin' like a good plan executed well. Now enjoy the results and ride like the wind!