Diagnosing a non-starter - 1942 Harley Davidson WLA / ep091

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Diagnosing a non-starter - 1942 Harley Davidson WLA / ep091
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[@alfiedog2942]

Brilliant stuff , I could watch this chap for hours!👍

[@theworkshopuk]

Glad you enjoyed it. Lots more to come!

[@piperdoug428]

Dang!! just jumps to life, only thing missing was Ash standing back...drops his spanner (drop the mic) and walks away.....props!!

[@theworkshopuk]

Ha yeah, think we missed a trick there!

[@shaftmasterlathes]

I built my 45 with the books you have here, and a few more. Never wrenched on a Harley, or watched it happen. Wish I would have had this guy five years ago. He gets to it without delay, and rolls a few while on the fly. Great camera work also, I've watched enough bad recordings to know the difference. Getting ready to go play in traffic now. thank you.

[@theworkshopuk]

Thanks for the compliments, they're much appreciated!

[@johnnieguitar5724]

Who is going to know these carbs and distributors in 20 years? I hope these videos survive, its such a good idea to record this mechanic working on a 1942 machine. Thanks for posting!

[@theworkshopuk]

Thanks for the comment and appreciate your appreciation!

[@chrispemberton9483]

Proper mechanic! Fascinating to watch.

[@theworkshopuk]

Cheers Chris!

[@sreethampan]

Superb trouble shoot, thank you.

[@imceuropeb.v.jonker6826]

Thanks for the video, much appreciated 👍

[@theworkshopuk]

You're welcome!

[@dougieb3589]

Love the fact the gent has a smoke on while working, aid a proper thinkin' mans diagnostics!

[@theworkshopuk]

Yeah something like that!

[@_zzpza]

"One kick" Ash they call him. :)

[@joeharvey1447]

Love these vids! Informative and very nicely shot. 👏

[@theworkshopuk]

Thanks Joe, much appreciated!

[@ono147]

"Technically" its a "circuit breaker" or "timer" as per manuals and parts books as well if you want to get critical.. No distributer, it doesn't distribute anything but anxiety if you don't have it set right Excellent though, well done

[@theworkshopuk]

Thanks!

[@alfiedog2942]

Hey Ash , thought you’d packed in smoking 😉😁

[@theworkshopuk]

This is what I keep saying to him. I think he's dong an encore!

[@robintees8516]

Needs a longer screwdriver...

[@piperdoug428]

hahaha, was thinking the same thing "couldn't find the 3ft?"

[@steveburke3923]

I notice Ash keeps his manual well-protected. Can you please tell me which manual he uses in this video. Thanks.

[@theworkshopuk]

Hey Steve, Ash answered your question in this weeks video kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2Gwi6mliLupqtk

[@roberymcgoff1904]

Great program .Got a question. I was watching a video and the guy went out of his way to say that the timing mark line goes to the right of the window not center. You started the bike first kick. As did he. What's the right answer. Thanks. Cheers.

[@theworkshopuk]

Hi Robery - happy new year! BTW Ash answered your question in this weeks Q&A kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppiupKCtetxkd9U

[@ono147]

He didn't really answer though. the mark to the right of the hole makes for a more advanced timing. I really don't muck around much with the advance retard grip, and with todays gas, it adds a bit of pep with the advanced position.

[@roberymcgoff1904]

@@ono147 thanks. I've just took a interest in these old Harleys. I'm a die hard Triumph man. And I watched two programs were they both said to put the line a bit to the center of the window. I tend to go with what Ash recommends. The man's knowledge is amazing. I see you just posted a video. Got to check it out. Later. RMM

[@ono147]

@@roberymcgoff1904 Yeah it's cool. I learned it from several luminaries in the Antique Motorcycle Club of America. Bob Ross, George Hood, Johnny Eagles etc etc. and am now very experienced myself on all my bikes.

[@keithsage1593]

Is there a reverse gear on these bikes?

[@theworkshopuk]

Hey Keith, Ash answered your question in this weeks video kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2Gwi6mliLupqtk

[@volkrider74]

Love the videos. Do you have anything on the throttle handle? Mine sticks when the end cap is tightened all the way. Cheers

[@theworkshopuk]

I've just filmed a little Q&A with Ash and asked him your question. Video should be up in a couple of weeks.

[@theworkshopuk]

Here you go... kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYisgpJ8pNecapo