If a picture is worth a thousand words, then How To Rebuild & Restore Classic Harley-Davidson Big Twins 1936-1964 should be categorized as priceless.
Well over 600 highly-detailed color photos, give you a clear view and understanding of the restoration process. But photos are only a part of this book.
Beginning with a chapter that explains how to choose and how to buy a classic Harley, author Rick Schunk then takes you through the complete disassembly, inspection and repair of parts and components, bodywork and painting, all the way to reassembling your classic Harley Big Twin motorcycle.
Sections cover:
- Chassis
- Wheels
- Brakes
- Rebuilding the engine
- Transmission and clutch
- Electrical system
- Bodywork and repainting
- and much more!
If you are interested in learning more about the Harley-Davidson Big Twin or sharing your knowledge with like minded enthusiasts, The Motor Bookstore recommends a visit to the HDFORUM and search for Big Twin.
Book Excerpt Summary INTRODUCTION
In this section, the author admits that the intent of this book is not to be the "be all and end all" source on Harley-Davidson Big Twin restoration. The author believes that anyone that thinks they are the sole "expert" on this topic is not telling the truth.
This book will provide give you the confidence and know how to tackle you own restoration project, however. According to Rick Schunk:
This is a hands-on, step-by-step reference book that illustrates the process involved in restoring a Big Twin.
The author goes on to mention that the many steps, strategies and tips outlined throughout this book could be applied to any vintage bike restoration project; however, most are specific to Panheads and Knuckleheads.
If you are interested in Vintage Harley restorations, they you should definitely add the How To Rebuild & Restore Classic Harley-Davidson Big Twins 1936-1964 to your book collection. You won't be sorry!
Subject: Vintage and classic Harley Big Twin restoration how-to manual. 1936, 1937, 1938, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964. ISBN-10: 0760343403 | ISBN-13: 9780760343401 | Motorbooks 194921
- A Brief History and Some Basics
- Preparation
- Chassis, Wheels Brakes, Front Ends, Handlebars, Controls, and Stands
- Engine Rebuild
- Transmission and Clutch
- Gas and Oil Tanks, Lines, Carburetors, and Exhaust Sytems
- Electrical Systems, Dash, Speedometer, Lights, and Horns
- Paint and Bodywork
- Get it Running, Keep it Running
- Stock Machines, Road Warriors, and Customs