Russ's 1974 Harley Davidson Sportster

Russ's 1974 Harley Davidson Sportster Russ's 1974 Harley Davidson Sportster

This is just one picture of me with my 74 on 1st road test since built. It started with a save from the grave purchase of stock 74 XLH. Then it was totally torn down and rebuilt. The engine has 10-1 Wisco pistons, Jim Bigaxle tappets, and Andrews cam, topped with S&S shorty "e" carb and ending with Santee pipes. The frame was smoothed and modified to accept the Paughco 5 gallon tank and Lepera solo seat. The paint is ppg molly orange with gold pearl metallic flames. All work and paint done by me.

Russ's 1974 Harley Davidson Sportster

Here are a few more in the final stages (home fabricated wiring harness). Since the maiden voyage, I've installed the Santee pipes. In these pics the black drags are on. I used these to do final tuning. Hate blued chrome. Thanks again for letting me share. Again any input would be appreciated.

Russ Proffitt
rupro@go.com or twinkleofaneye@yahoo.com
1974 Harley Davidson Sportster XLH
Mason, Ohio

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