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Chris.
You state as if it is a fact that the flat spot on the generator frame was to fix a clearance problem when the U was introduced in 1937? The all round generator fits with out any clearance problems on a 37 U motor.
Could it be that this flat spot was introduced to overcome a clearance problem on the new for 1937 W model where the clearance between the generator frame and the tappet is much closer?
Pete Reeves 860
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Originally posted by pete reeves View PostPerry.
I think the plugs fitted in some drain holes are part of the deep water fording conversion that was fitted on some late WLAs, part of the kit included gaskets and washers and I think a plug to make the generator water tight.
Peter Reeves. 860
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Originally posted by Perry Ruiter View PostSounds like it may have Dixie field coils in it. I don't think the factory ever used vinyl covered leads ... PerryBrian Howard AMCA#5866
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Originally posted by pete reeves View PostChris.
You state as if it is a fact that the flat spot on the generator frame was to fix a clearance problem when the U was introduced in 1937? The all round generator fits with out any clearance problems on a 37 U motor.
Could it be that this flat spot was introduced to overcome a clearance problem on the new for 1937 W model where the clearance between the generator frame and the tappet is much closer?
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By the way, I'm annoyed at losing judging points for having that generator with the cutout on my VLs. It's difficult to see; finding round generator bodies is hard work; filling with body putty seems pretty pointless; and I don't see any of this in the current reference books used for judging.
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Originally posted by Steve Slocombe View PostBy the way, I'm annoyed at losing judging points for having that generator with the cutout on my VLs. It's difficult to see; finding round generator bodies is hard work; filling with body putty seems pretty pointless; and I don't see any of this in the current reference books used for judging.
What is a judging reference book? That is a new one to me. So if something incorrect is not called out in the judging book? Tell me Steve, what parts are called out in the judging book?Be sure to visit;
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Dear Chris, You're right, I guess I'll get over some AMCA judge finding fault with my work. But is the fault 'wrong generator' for a big hit, or 'incorrect notch in generator body' for a quarter pointer? We used to hit 1934-36 VLs with holes in the seat pan with 'wrong seat' but these days I think that is too extreme. It would be nice to have some guidance for field judges. We're getting 'wrong shaped spoke nipples', 'wrong shade of cadmium', 'wrong cylinder' (for casting number dates) from some judges and don't want to end up like the Corvette Club.
On judging books, what I meant was the generally accepted body of literature that is in judges minds when they are looking at bikes. For instance, Bruce Palmer's 1937 and up Harley book. On the smaller field of VLs, I'm considering tweaks to my own book for a 2010 edition, but wondering just how anal to get, and trying to sort out what is fact from opinion, and what the factory logically should/could have done from what they actually did. I'm drifting off the generator topic, so perhaps there are some issues here than can be pursued under the Judging heading. Best regards.
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Originally posted by Rub View PostI have a couple of generator frames (one NOS) with no drain hole from the factory. Why or when?
RobbieBrian Howard AMCA#5866
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I finally looked at the generator frames for drain holes. The NOS has no tag on it but is a felt seal type with the later style zinc nameplate. The other are a NOS complete WLA radio suppression type with the factory installed condenser and a beat up one with no condenser hole so appears to be civilian. No hole in any of these and not plugged, never drilled. All of them have the cast in clearance notch. I have several others all with holes, both early nameplate and later type, including the original off my '42 FL and even a 32E2R. I also double checked parts books, including the late'44 issue military book, but found no variation on part #s. Any guesses?
RobbieRobbie Knight Amca #2736
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