Doc’s Oil Change Plus

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Low Country Harley-Davidson

2 ай бұрын

While changing the oil of a loyal customer, Doc wanted to share modifications this customer chose.

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@jimkoch1040 2 ай бұрын

If you're not finding more metal shavings on the larger drain plug magnet I'm not sure I'm following how magnets on the filter are going to beneficial. Thanks for the videos Doc, always enjoy them.

@hdbikerdave5835 2 ай бұрын

Great idea and suggestion. One of those common sense ideas. Thanks for sharing Doc. Well done!

@scottlin777 2 ай бұрын

Great to meet you last week Doc. I am the guy from Ohio with almost 100,000 miles on the 2019 street glide special.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

I remember. Glad to hear your trip went well. I think of you while working, hoping some day I will ride …..Doc

@rykerolaoghaire8781 2 ай бұрын

It certainly makes sense, Doc! Thanks again for all you do.

@garryeuler9173 2 ай бұрын

We all know some of those 110 we're time bombs....His went 47K....WOW!!!!! Thanks Doc another very helpful Vid!!!!

@billbright1755 2 ай бұрын

In line fuel filters are a good idea. Keeps carbs and injectors clog free. Little things can make a big difference.

@dilo777 2 ай бұрын

Not sure how you’d do it on the fuel injected bikes though. And there’s a filter in the tank

@arnoldschachat 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for another great tech tip-Dimple Motor Oil Magnets provide a high quality product. Certain oil filters imbed a magnet into the intake of the oil filter as well-this removes the need to attach the Super Black Hole magnets on the outside of the oil filter housing.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I did not know of this product…..Doc

@jondoe8816 2 ай бұрын

I’ve been doing this for years. But I use the magnets out of a rotor lol

@donschultz3207 2 ай бұрын

Great stuff as always Doc What i do is oil samples. I have a 2021 street glide. With 106,895 miles runs perfect. Just good Maintenace and I do not beat the bike up so that is my tip.

@scottlin777 2 ай бұрын

Dang that's alot of miles. I have a 2019 street glide special with 99,800 miles. I thought I was the man but you are the man. Lol.

@montanaguy 2 ай бұрын

Doc, nice video on these little 'extras' available for our machines. I've been using the drain plugs and the 'black hole' magnets for several years. Some people complain about their cost, but face it, you'll spend money like that, and more, on chrome goodies for your ride that won't give you peace of mind like these little items. Thank you, sir!!!

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

I agree. Thank you for your post….Doc

@user-sl6ix4dm2x 2 ай бұрын

A little extra seems like a good idea , people should also remember the most often forgotten part of an oil change on old evo's and shovels --the tapet oil sceen .😊

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

New aftermarket cam plates are using this old idea👍…..Doc

@eliinthewolverinestate6729 Ай бұрын

I like magnetic drain plugs. Got a new used bike. Found mice nest around air filter. Then smelt the oil. Sure enough heavy gas smell. Clogged air filter can lead to more gas in the oil.

@beauxdutaman7450 2 ай бұрын

anything added that dosent hurt is always a good thing to do

@chargerman426 2 ай бұрын

Been running a filter mag for years and always cut open my filters. You can see anything that thing is catching and as there is an outline around where the magnets where on the filter.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing….Doc

@d1mennis 2 ай бұрын

As my Jewish friends in New York say, "It couldn't hoit"!!

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Love this…..Doc

@bobhartman2571 2 ай бұрын

Interesting idea. Thanks Doc!

@bradduffield9603 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Doc. It's a great idea!

@freddetro7020 2 ай бұрын

Great idea. Thanks, Doc.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Very welcome….Doc

@whip-its_dad4239 2 ай бұрын

Great idea , I'm going to use them on my shovelhead . Thank you Doc Harley .

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Right on 👍…..Doc

@user-gn7cm6db2d 2 ай бұрын

Been doing it for along time.

@edwarner3826 2 ай бұрын

I did this on my 2019 Ultra, using the same type. Same logic; can’t hurt.

@jackwood2328 2 ай бұрын

We wear those copper bracelets on our arm to ward off arthritis. Seems to work good enough.

@joeharley87 2 ай бұрын

Great tip it is a good idea.

@davidsartin5708 2 ай бұрын

Cool idea.

@craigkemmerzell5741 2 ай бұрын

Good to know 😊

@Greenjeans2020 2 ай бұрын

We used to put a cow magnet on the filter.

@jeffmorrison5274 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Doc i just ordered ...... keep my twin cam engine clean

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Right on!…..Doc

@timblackburne77 2 ай бұрын

I have put a magnet on my oil filters for years now, it definitely does not hurt! I would rather any magnetic particles localised thank you. I put one on the underside of the oil filter.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience…Doc

@timblackburne77 2 ай бұрын

Too easy Doc. In a workshop I worked in we used to get magnetic oil filters for all the cars, as someone else mentioned. I'd rather have it than not, why else would manufactures put a magnet on the drain plugs in the first place?

@roncoburn7771 2 ай бұрын

good video I have been running gold magnets for a long time all 3 holes and filter

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Nice 👍…..Doc

@manuelvaldivia7785 2 ай бұрын

😅😅😅, "there's no leaving 🤨!"

@JannePajula 10 күн бұрын

great idea, but should the oil plug magnet be clean

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 10 күн бұрын

Motor oil and trans oil yes. The Primary always has fuze from primary gear to chain and clutch material….Doc

@user-wg7dx7er8w Ай бұрын

Hi Doc Harley , I have found the problem with the alarm system, I removed the back wheel, to get to the alarm, the battery terminal was corroded and broken leads, so the battery was flat, ReSoldier connection , and charged the battery, and put it all back together and it all seems fine now, it might be worth uploading something like this on KZfaq, I do not know how to do it,, it could help some other people, Thank you for your advice , Re Softail Deuce, Alarm System Problems,

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Ай бұрын

Thank you for posting…Doc

@james6275 2 ай бұрын

The magnets around the filter well let's say Interesting!

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Things to think about when you are lying in bed and can’t sleep 🤔….Doc

@james6275 2 ай бұрын

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson HAHA for sure

@paulmorrison1009 2 ай бұрын

Hi Doc 👍from 🇬🇧

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Paul. Raise a Pint for me tonight……Doc

@richardnadeau8932 Ай бұрын

Hello Mr. Harley, can you help? I have a 74 AMF Super Glide I restored that sat for 45 years in a garage. The mechanical repairs were performed by an independent custom Harley shop. We replaced the dry clutch with a wet clutch to keep the engine oil in the engine. I ask what I think is a dumb question. Is the primary chain oil level the same as in your other videos? I ask only because of the clutch being converted from a dry clutch. Thanks for your time!

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Ай бұрын

You have gone down a path I have not visited in a while. Your primary cover was designed for the dry clutch. So too much room for oil. But a wet clutch does survive with oil. A minimum of oil to reach the bottom of the clutch basket. Double check the conversion manufacturer’s instructions….Doc

@richardnadeau8932 Ай бұрын

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson WOW! Thank you for responding so quickly. The primary cover was replaced as well because it was badly pitted. It has been functioning flawlessly for a 1000 miles. I removed the derby cover to check the oil level and wanted to make sure of the proper level. I’ll check as you recommended. Thanks again for your time!

@user-px6iy6sv4y 2 ай бұрын

Interesting

@lindsaymillard2881 2 ай бұрын

I have used speaker magnets on all my cars and bikes oil filters and one in particular has nearly 500,000k's and still runs like a dream and hardley uses any oil between the 5000 k service.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

What a great tip…..Doc

@positivelynegative9149 2 ай бұрын

👍

@customgaragemoto7590 2 ай бұрын

👌👍👍👍👍👍👍

@celticwarrior916 Ай бұрын

After watching this video, I tried to order those magnets. The order never shipped and I had to get paypal to refund my money. I notice that webiste domain is now for sale. Just find some rare earth magnets and use those instead. Too bad the business disappeared.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that…..Doc

@thangknowa3288 2 ай бұрын

It's not about how big is the magnet - how powerful is it?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Same with a lot of things in life….Doc

@jeridross4027 2 ай бұрын

Question: Will the magnets interfere with the charging system ?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

🤔 never thought about that. This owner has had no charging issues…Doc

@michaelmatheus9105 Ай бұрын

Hey Doc. Just bought a new 2024 Street Glide. Was told to not use the cruise control during the break in miles. Does this sound right? What’s the reason for this?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Ай бұрын

A possible reason. The old theory of keeping a new motor at a constant RPM will create a “sweet Spot” where the rings wear and seal the best. So the suggestion is to vary the motor RPM during the “ break in” time/ mileage…..Doc

@michaelmatheus9105 Ай бұрын

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Thanks Doc.

@KREperformance Ай бұрын

I need help. I have a 2003 electra glide. Riding around all day fine. It randomly lost all electronic power. I replace the battery because the part store said it was bad. It ran fine for a day and now it lost all power again. I checked the grounds, checked the battery, stator and rectifier are charging. Now it’s intermittent power. Any help would be appreciated. I think it may be the ignition key switch or the circuit breaker next to the battery.

@waltertodd4281 2 ай бұрын

Where do you get the drain plug magnets?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Same manufacturer I believe…..Doc

@manthis22 2 ай бұрын

Link to aftermarket drain plug?

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Not sponsored….just suggesting. Confuse them by saying Doc sent me😆……Doc

@nicholaspetrone5204 20 күн бұрын

Dear doc I have an 07 fat boy left rear t/s wires twisted repaired wires 2:10 no left turn signa

@dougfresh1341 2 ай бұрын

My take. Forget the oil magnet plug. Even a bad filter catches particles to tiny microns. However! Do get a Primary magnet plug. The Primary has no filter and those aftermarket plugs visibly work better.

@kiwibiker9754 2 ай бұрын

Best comment on this video 👍

@benodie02760 2 ай бұрын

Great point but for short money do what the doc said! I did mine awhile ago and no idea if it’s helped but it might.

2 ай бұрын

Hello Doc Harley. I'd be grateful for some guidance. Ive recently become a service writer for my HD Dealer. Jubilation! Ive been a Service Manager,MstrTech for vintage, classic BMWs. The 2018 Deluxe brought me back. I'd welcome any guidance on how to be the Best Servjce Writer I can be. Your vudeos have been a huge help with knowing my M8. Its a Beast with a 30/30 cam, stock xhaust.

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Welcome. A Service Writer is a challenging job. Set expectations with a customer. Ask questions. A lot of questions. The more information the less time in diagnosing and faster repair. Remember YOU are not there to fix or repair the Harley. You are the most important part of information gathering. At the last 1/2 of the day check on every techs progress so when the phone call comes ( and it will) you can answer the questions. Do not fall back on, “ that’s not my customer” you represent the shop. Don’t take the comments from people personally. It is hard to take the news that their bike is growing old and cost. Defend and trust your techs….Doc

@billyjones3787 2 ай бұрын

Hmmm 🤔

@wolfgangnapiletzki8480 2 ай бұрын

Mmmhh, Doc as you said, it doesn't hurt. But it is also no advantage. Insteed of spending money for these kind of "help", save the money for an earlier oilchange. My opinion. Regards from Austria. Still cold here........

@DevilDog59 2 ай бұрын

Easy on Doc Harley he is just trying to help and inform riders. With that being said the harley or aftermarket paper oil filters with a bypass are an area that is of concern. Putting high strength magnets on a thin walled oil filter housing can only help in trapping metal contaminates and preventing them from working there way back into the motor. I would go a step further. I would install a PC cleanable micro mesh filter that has a built in magnet on filter element housing. Yes it is more expensive but you get what you pay for. This filter is an absolute 35 micron filter. Where as the stock replacement paper filter is an average 5 micron with as high as 100 microns. If you start your bike after it has sat throughout the winter months and then you get ready to ride it the water condensation in the oil will clog the paper oil filter then what happens the oil filter goes into bypass and you have no filtration until the water evaporates at 212 degrees F. Second being when your cruising at high rpm the stock filter will not be able to filter the oil so the oil pressure will rise causing the filter to go into bypass. You never know when this takes place the bypass filter valve just opens. This is caused by a differential pressure across the filter element. The filter mfgs know this is going to happen that is why they install the filter bypass. I work in aviation and I can tell you there are no paper filter elements used. They want an absolute filtration system not an average. Your bike your call. I use the PC cleanable filters on my 1988 Heritage and my 2015 street glide. I call it preventative maintenance. There is no bypass valve on the PC cleanable filter set up as it will filter 35 microns and up. Just passing on info do not take my word do your own research and become an educated motorcycle owner.

@wolfgangnapiletzki8480 2 ай бұрын

@@DevilDog59 John, thank you for your information. I was working as a motorcycle technician, mostly on Ducatis. I got the experience that standard oilfilters and fresh oil guarantees you a long lasting engine live. Our customers who are using their bikes on the race track had to change the oil frequently. This is why I would spend my money for fresh oil and frequntly changes. Anyhow, thank for your information.

@leesire 2 ай бұрын

@@DevilDog59 I have a Sportster 1200 custom 2005. What kind of filter should I use for it? I’m thinking too about switching to Rotella t-4 15 w 40. Do you see a problem with that idea? It’s $16 per 5 Qts. I could change every 2-3 months at that price

@DevilDog59 2 ай бұрын

@@leesire I am sure that PC has a cleanable mesh filter for your bike. As far as motor oil for your bike I would use a full synthetic 20-50 motor oil that is designed for air cooled motorcycles and meets the JASO standard at a minimum as you want to make sure it does not break down from heat heat cycles on an air cooled only harley and they have anti forming additives. I do not use Harley 20W-50 full synthetic oil due to the fact that they do not list that it complies with Any standards they get the oil from the cheapest bidder and have their label attached to it they are only concerned with getting the bike out of the warranty period. In my opinion if it meets the standards display it, but they don’t. The oil and filter are the life’s blood of keeping your engine operational for a long time. I would not cut corners in this area. But this is just my opinion, your bike your call.

@InstrumentalHuman 2 ай бұрын

I have a stock 2012 Street Glide FLHX, 49K miles...with no added magnets or bigger magnetic drain plugs and my bike is running great with no abnormal wear. No need to spend unnecessary $ on such items

@LowCountryHarleyDavidson 2 ай бұрын

Your opinion is noted. As we stated it’s an option…..Doc