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| * Otherwise, the engine VIN is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase between the cylinders. | * Otherwise, the engine VIN is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase between the cylinders. | ||
| - | ---- | + | ====== Related Manuals and Documentation ====== |
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| + | Below are some suggestions for manuals for your ride. \\ | ||
| + | __You should have, at minimum, a Factory Service Manual (FSM) and a Factory Parts Catalog for your year model__. \\ | ||
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| + | **Factory Service Manuals (FSM)**; \\ | ||
| + | The FSM will have the most accurate information, | ||
| + | Clymer and Haynes make service manuals also for Sportsters but some of the information is in error to the factory FSMs. \\ | ||
| + | And some of the information in the aftermarket manuals is vague in information or procedures but they may have more pictures. \\ | ||
| + | So it is generally said you can get use from both an aftermarket manual and the factory service manuals but get the factory manual first. \\ | ||
| + | [[techtalk: | ||
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| + | **Parts Catalogs**; \\ | ||
| + | The Parts Catalog has part numbers of course but it also has exploded parts views. \\ | ||
| + | However, IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN ASSEMBLY MANUAL. \\ | ||
| + | And some of the exploded views are confusing or not related to each other on the same pages. \\ | ||
| + | But, all in all, the exploded views do help finding what goes where. \\ | ||
| + | Most of the fasteners listed in the relevant parts catalog individual pages have thread sizes and lengths also in case you need those. \\ | ||
| + | **Note: ALL 1980-1985 PARTS CATALOGS LIST PARTS FOR PREVIOUS YEARS**. \\ Below is a simple list of original and " | ||
| + | The in-between year books may show different part numbers for the same year model bike. \\ | ||
| + | [[techtalk: | ||
| + | (complete list of other parts catalogs and supplement catalogs that pertain to each year model on the bottom of that page) \\ | ||
| + | Some often acquire several year model parts catalogs and that page will help you decide which ones are right for you. \\ | ||
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| + | **Suggested Manuals**: \\ | ||
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| + | * **Factory Service Manual (FSM)**: | ||
| + | * **Original**: | ||
| + | * **Latest Edition**: 1979-1985 XL/XR Models 1000cc 4-Speed Service Manual (99484-85) | ||
| + | * **Factory Parts Catalogs**: | ||
| + | * **Original**: | ||
| + | * Written in April, 1978 and should have the closest list of original parts for 1979 XLH and XLCH models. | ||
| + | * **Updated Edition**: 1979 Sportster XLH/ | ||
| + | * Written in November, 1978 to include the XLS model. | ||
| + | * **Latest Edition**: 1979-1985 XL Models Parts Catalog (99451-85A) | ||
| + | * Written in 1990 and lists parts available in 1990 for 1979-1985 models. | ||
| + | * **Factory Owners Manual**: \\ Note: The oil tank capacity is wrong in both these manuals. Neither has been full vetted. | ||
| + | * **Original** (January, 1978): 1979 XL-1000/ | ||
| + | * **Updated Edition** (December, 1978): 1979 XL-1000/ | ||
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| + | **Pics of Manual Covers**. \\ | ||
| + | Below are pics of used manual covers (original and latest editions) related to 1979 model Sportsters. \\ | ||
| + | See the full list of pertinent catalogs in the link above. | ||
| + | Click on any pic below to enlarge: \\ | ||
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| + | | 1979 FSM (99484-79) | ||
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| + | | 1979 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-79) | ||
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| + | ===== The Ironhead Multi-Year Parts Catalog Curse ===== | ||
| + | Below is a summary of an article on the Sportsterpedia Parts Catalogs page regarding parts book errors. \\ | ||
| + | You can also read the full article from this link: [[techtalk: | ||
| + | Due to all of the errors and non corrected editions, it's always a good idea to acquire several year parts catalogs surrounding your year model. \\ | ||
| + | Which year catalogs you'll need will depend on many factors but the main Parts Catalog page in the Sportsterpedia will help you decide which ones you need. \\ | ||
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| + | * Not all multi-year catalogs will list factory installed parts on your bike. | ||
| + | * You may need several year catalogs to determine factory installed parts for your year model. | ||
| + | * Some parts first appeared or only appeared in Parts Supplements, | ||
| + | * Later catalogs may show parts for older models that were never factory installed on them. | ||
| + | * Some catalogs have missing parts and/or missing models in some parts listings. | ||
| + | * Some illustrations do not have a part number listed. | ||
| + | * Drawings may or may not look like your part number. | ||
| + | * Some exploded parts diagrams show the assembly in the wrong order or missing pieces. | ||
| + | * There may be misleading information about parts that fit your year model. | ||
| + | * Fastener lengths and thread pitch may change depending on catalog used. | ||
| + | * The MoCo knew about and tried to correct at least some of the parts catalog mistakes. | ||
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| + | ===== Search the Sportsterpedia ===== | ||
| + | See the Navigation menu on the upper left of this page. \\ | ||
| + | From there you can go to the main Ironhead section menu, the Reference section for general and in-depth procedures, and the Misc Resources for documentation. \\ | ||
| ===== Illustrations ===== | ===== Illustrations ===== | ||
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| * [[techtalk: | * [[techtalk: | ||
| * Starter | * Starter | ||
| - | * XLCH: Kick start only. | + | * XLCH: [[techtalk: |
| - | * XLH: Electric | + | * XLH: [[techtalk: |
| ==== Capacities ===== | ==== Capacities ===== | ||
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| * **Caution**: | * **Caution**: | ||
| - | ===== Models ===== | + | ====== Models |
| ==== XLH 1000 ==== | ==== XLH 1000 ==== | ||
