After-Market Springer Horns

[Ohio-Rider]

I’ve just had the third springer horn in seven years go bad on me. Has anyone found a way to repair them or at least found a way to make them last longer? These things ain’t cheap and I’m running out of money.

[rwm]

someone told me if you don't use the horn it will last forever .got my 12v from way back wheels.but i don't use it much

[Chris Haynes]

Step up and buy a Delco 16 OEM horn. They last forever.

[brillson]

Step up and buy a Delco 16 OEM horn. They last forever.

Yes Chris, the wisest investion.

[Ohio-Rider]

Thanks for the info. Now let me go see if I can find one. I did a quick search at the Delco site but had no luck. At least I know what to look for now. Thanks again.

[Rubone]

Steve,
Be aware that the Delco 16 was used in various applications, both automotive as well as motorcycle so different types have different mounting arrangements. Original H-D horns are on eBay all the time but can get pricey. Be patient and look often and you might be able to pick one up at a good price.
Robbie

[Paps]

I don't just attend the local RUB swapmeets to see old friends Steve. I go to look in their....what they believe is junk.......boxes under their tables. Paps

[Ohio-Rider]

Thanks Robbie,
I'll keep my eyes open for a cheap one. I really need two though cause the one on the 45" doesn't work either. Maybe when my stimulas check gets here I'll be setting fat.

Paps,
Oh man! Did you see something under a table I didn't see. Hell and all I got was that dinged up old air cleaner. LOL

[D.Mac]

Horn repair

Steve,
Sometime back Perry Ruiter posted a link on this forum to his excellent article on horn repair. Maybe you can fix yours. http:/www.ruiter.ca horn overhaul
Doug.

(It doesn't look like this link is going to work, but I typed in the search and it does come up, it can also be searched on this forum under horn repair.)

[rbenash]

Hmmm, ahem - anyone have the Delco part number for the horn that came with the 65 pan or later shovels? Can't seem to find one. One I have is the much later HD replacement, and would like to find the original correct Delco part#. I just might have one but want to make sure it's the right one.

[Perry Ruiter]

Steve,
Sometime back Perry Ruiter posted a link on this forum to his excellent article on horn repair. Maybe you can fix yours. http:/www.ruiter.ca horn overhaul
Doug.

(It doesn't look like this link is going to work, but I typed in the search and it does come up, it can also be searched on this forum under horn repair.)

Here's the direct link to the article. One day I hope to update it with photos ... Perry

[Ohio-Rider]

Thanks Perry, That procedure of yours gives me something to try as well as a good description of how these horns work. I’ll check it out and let everyone know what I find.

[Ohio-Rider]

Great procedure Perry. I got two of my horns working again last night using your instructions. Now I even have a spare. You saved me a nice chunk of change. Thanks again. -Steve