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Howdy Chaps,
INLINE4NUT, thanks it was. Main motivation in posting beyond just a little encouragement – or commiseration, if you will in some cases – with others who’re seeing decade long projects coming down the home stretch is to bump start or add a little mass (entertainment in this case) to this particular forum which is unique.
Likely due to their lesser numbers, lack of user friendliness in the backyard engine rebuilding department (main bearing/boring requirements) or some reluctance to put large mileages on irreplaceable components, Indian 4’s do not get much coverage at other marquee bboards/forums on the web nor is there a club site devoted to them.
We’ve got a unique opportunity with this prominent forum to spread the word, kindle enthusiasm for seeing one of these fine machines - which can present a greater restoration challenge - through to roadworthiness and then provide some tech help to keep them motoring down the road. Our component/machining supplier situation’s probably not been better and with a few well placed modifications, they can be a lot more than just an engaging exhaust note idling around the field at a swap meet.
With the exception of a small oil filter, my engine-external mods - 6volt based electronic ignition, electronic regulator, LED lights and AGM battery in a hollow Colorado FillRite - are all convincingly concealed while adding immensely to the usability of this machine. Look for it motoring about at Eustis and Bike Week...hopefully not toooo stuck in heavy traffic, some concessions must still be made.
INLINE4NUT, thanks it was. Main motivation in posting beyond just a little encouragement – or commiseration, if you will in some cases – with others who’re seeing decade long projects coming down the home stretch is to bump start or add a little mass (entertainment in this case) to this particular forum which is unique.
Likely due to their lesser numbers, lack of user friendliness in the backyard engine rebuilding department (main bearing/boring requirements) or some reluctance to put large mileages on irreplaceable components, Indian 4’s do not get much coverage at other marquee bboards/forums on the web nor is there a club site devoted to them.
We’ve got a unique opportunity with this prominent forum to spread the word, kindle enthusiasm for seeing one of these fine machines - which can present a greater restoration challenge - through to roadworthiness and then provide some tech help to keep them motoring down the road. Our component/machining supplier situation’s probably not been better and with a few well placed modifications, they can be a lot more than just an engaging exhaust note idling around the field at a swap meet.
With the exception of a small oil filter, my engine-external mods - 6volt based electronic ignition, electronic regulator, LED lights and AGM battery in a hollow Colorado FillRite - are all convincingly concealed while adding immensely to the usability of this machine. Look for it motoring about at Eustis and Bike Week...hopefully not toooo stuck in heavy traffic, some concessions must still be made.
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