Honda XL175 engine repair

In this series of videos I will be giving you an insight into an average day in my shed and garage, working on various engines, bikes and projects using basic tools and equipment and adapting parts to fit from different engines

[@ScarbadosSlim]

This man is an engineering genius. So laid back and matter of fact about what he does. I could listen to him all day. He's the Bob Ross of the bike world.

[@randersson3672]

He makes one feel like a total dumbass...on top of that 😐😁

[@ScarbadosSlim]

@@randersson3672 You're not wrong. I've watched the Missenden Flyer interviewing him and he just amazes me. No plans, apart from in his head, no drawings, nothing. He just 'sees it working' and builds what he sees in his head. The man is incredible.

[@davidelliott5843]

I can’t get over how AM takes a saw to two perfectly good engines and makes engineering porn. No disrespect to Kawasaki engineers but why did they not extend their wonderful fours into even more wonderful six bangers.

[@highsnburgers4862]

We must have old souls, since you can spot guys like this instantly. Humility + mastery is part of it.

[@gwstubbs7046]

Who is Bob Ross? LOL

[@davidfearon7646]

I am a mechanical engineer by trade having started my apprenticeship in 1969 with Vickers Armstrong. I have been a biker since I was 14 and loved motorcycle engines since then. You are a true reflection of our great heritage of invention. Long may you inspire us. Dave

[@knockdolian12]

How the hell can anyone give this man a thumbs down. The bloke is a genius. If he wasn’t such a nice bloke it would be sickening how clever he is.

[@mrwolsy3696]

Its the purists, The V12 and 6 Kwaka's ruffled some of them. God bless you Mr Millyard.

[@AuProspecting-Scotland]

simple Knockdolian12 theres 146 people that don't understand genius level mechanical engineering

[@findvoltage]

Jealousy is a curse, my friend.

[@ronwhittaker6317]

proper bloke he is. and not against some dad work, you gotta like the guy.

[@Cookie69697]

There are morons in all walks of life or they have fat fingers and pressed the wrong one. I dislike Milly the way he uses a hand hacksaw, he makes me look pathetic 😂😂😂

[@nickb9563]

"So I bored it out and used a vfr750 piston" Ah yes, the logical step Absolute madman

[@mebeasensei]

And then must make new races for the piston rings….done! As you do.

[@felixcat9318]

As a former motorcycle mechanic and motorcycle workshop owner, I loved watching this video of a Master Engineer at work on one of Honda's most popular engines. That copper gasket was a work of art!

[@43mackmobile]

I wonder how many times the gasket can be reused?

[@connectmortgages5628]

@@43mackmobile If annealed properly each refit, it'll probably outlast the bike.

[@Spazik86]

Everybody wants a dad like him :)

[@leslieaustin151]

His Masters Voice Well, HMV, don’t keep us all in suspense. If you know better than Allen, give us the benefit of your superior knowledge, rather than just trying a put-down. Treatment of magnesium is not an easy process, but it needs some kind of protection. Les

[@rogerkay8603]

Damn, I want to BE him lol

[@deepinuranus3433]

@His Masters Voice honda did.....he shouldn't.

[@K4rt80y]

He my never be your dad, but ha can be your KZbin buddy.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Mine was but not with his aircraft background. He got me into fixing/ rebuilding cars and to this day I go to yard to get used parts either cheaper or that are no longer made.

[@notamotorbikemechanic]

I could watch you fiddle with engines all day. Well narrated, like the Bernard Cribbin of the mechanical world.

[@dennisnorth1250]

The most used equipment in an engine builders arsenal...A BBQ and Swiss army knife..Who knew ?...Love your work Allen.. Honest, no nonsense, Pure engineering.

[@enhancesoutheast5964]

Nice to see AM working on prosaic machines.. Like seeing Michelangelo painting his doorframes..

[@fat_biker]

Mind you, Allen's XL engine has a VFR750 piston, an oversized liner & Kawasaki rings, so I imagine Michelangelo's door frames were a bit special as well...

[@enhancesoutheast5964]

.. true.. Once I got into the video I realized it wasn't so ordinary..

[@ianjones4116]

@@enhancesoutheast5964 Allan Millyard doesn't do ordinary Lol

[@Juppausempott]

This ist a very different comparison with Michelangelo. Leonardo da Vinci is real better, by constrution of Mechanik Maschines and Systems.

[@peterolsen9131]

well said

[@DCCNAT]

I rarely comment on any video, but these are superb. Having seen many of your wonderful bikes over the years, I imagined you worked in a state of the art workshop. It's great to see good use of the BBQ and utility room sink. I'm always getting told off for such things.

[@timtrial3971]

Best engineering videos on the net. The tools used here aren't outrageously expensive. What you achieve is an inspiration

[@ryanclarke2161]

This was the first of Allen's vids I ever watched and I was quite impressed he knew how to pull apart and repair one of these little engines. Certainly was in for a shock when I checked his other vids.

[@paulcosgrove6160]

I have been rebuilding and modifying bike engines for many years and although I knew of you, had no idea of your expertise given your, forgive me saying, rudimentary equipment comparable to my own and low profile in 'my world'. As I spent very little time online prior to today's strange times I might never have spent the time watching all your videos. If this enforced lock down has shown me one thing, I have a lot to learn but unfortunately not enough time to get to your level. Respect and I sincerely hope this damn virus does not affect you and your loved ones.......it would be too great a loss. Kindest Regards and Best wishes, Paul.

[@hondaxl250k0]

And don’t take that poison vaccine. It will kill you faster than the “virus “. It’s all about control

[@paulcosgrove6160]

@@hondaxl250k0 So true, lost a good friend with a blood clot from the oxford vaccine and he had zero health issues before. Don't know about control, incompetence and over reaction driven by personal avarice more likely.

[@jessiepooch]

Delusional gibberish

[@paulcosgrove6160]

@@jessiepooch I do not respond to trolls normally but I will simply state....Paul Cosgrove MSc MM. Look me up.

[@grantm6514]

@@paulcosgrove6160 I will simply state... Google says "No results found for "Paul Cosgrove MSc MM".

[@roseysnapper]

Your son is a very fortunate fella to have a dad like you, Allen. Another thoroughly enjoyable video. Thanks for sharing.

[@rogerelwynjones1366]

Alan is so methodical and calm when he works. No swearing or throwing spanners.(I am so envious)

[@crozwayne]

Hi Allen, I machined the ring grooves on a big bore KTM piston on my Harrison lathe, nearly killed myself, guess who left the gudgeon pin in the piston which promptly flew out at speed when I started the spindle and parted my hair! An inch or two lower and I'm certain I would have killed me. I'm a tool maker with 44 years experience with my own shop, just goes to show you can get your guard down every now and then! 😁 good videos, keep em coming.

[@hughjaanus6680]

Did you mean Toolmaker, same as I am?

[@donniebaker5984]

No problem you're fired and black balled from The Machinist trade

[@nearsightedfromthefarside6534]

I left the chuck key in once.... only once

[@jimbilton1956]

@@nearsightedfromthefarside6534 I did that in metalwork class at school in 1971. As you say - only once!

[@hughjaanus6680]

@@nearsightedfromthefarside6534 I was swapping a 4 jaw for a three jaw chuck. Just fitted the 3 jaw and tea break bell sounded, off I went. Came back and switched on the lathe.......chuck shot across the floor. Never locked the chuck in place.

[@davidelizabeth4933]

Your content is better than anything found on the BBC. God bless you, Mr. Millyard. 👨‍👩‍👧 ❤

[@kevinchamberlain7928]

"Dad, is there any chance you can machine a Suzuki piston to take Kawasaki rings to fit in my Honda, please?" "No problem son! Put the kettle on, and I'll do it while you make a brew!"

[@patrickarchibald6787]

Hi Alan. Please keep making these videos, they’re brilliant. You have a very calming voice, and your skill and knowledge is as vast as the outback. Respect from Western Australia.

[@allanmaureenmacintyre4474]

Brilliant. This lockdown has its benefits for us fans.

[@gomesraphael]

Hi Allan não domino seu idioma, mas esse tal de lockdown tá no mundo inteiro

[@andrewpalmer8567]

Dear allaid wow thank you for doing what I was told too be touch much in NZ ?

[@starpuss]

We Need more Videos Like this!

[@cgoodwin2875]

I have long been fascinated by the incredible AM projects so this channel is an absolute treat. Many thanks for posting.

[@stevehowe8218]

I feel like I have just watched a genius at work. Effortless engineering skills. The position was a bit sloppy. So Allen has a rummage through his scrap box pulls out a Z Thos piston, takes the rings off and machines the piston to fit. Like it was nothing. I was just in awe throughout this video. It times gone by guys like Allen invented the telephone, electricity and the bouncing bomb from Dambusters. Just knocked up in his shed. I am now a super fan. Incredible

[@Spodokamono]

At 2.53 I felt aligned and in harmony with the Great Mr AM as I too have an orange B&Q bucket in my workshop. Made my day Please keep these videos coming.

[@davehuxley6689]

Great video Allen and thank you, you make it look so easy, look forward to the next.

[@awsomemustang]

Loving the frequent uploads Allen, your work is truly amazing.

[@chrisjohnson4165]

Not only a supreme mechanic, but a great dad as well!

[@russellparratt9859]

Usually, I would never bother watching these types of videos, but Allen Millyard makes it enjoyable and interesting.

[@AllenMillyard]

Thankyou

[@whalesong999]

I was involved with Honda machines from about 1962 onward and served as a mechanic and service manager for 15 or so years. One of my favorites was the CB 160 which I owned as my own commuter bikes. I'd be interested in videos you might cover rebuilding the crankshafts of older small Japanese twins as it takes specialized tooling to be made and finding suitable spare bearings and crankpins. May not be much of a demand for it but these older engines were the bedrock of Honda design back in the day and were very sturdy and dependable.

[@rckeith]

Love the videos Alan brings back memories of working on my old CD175 twin, YDS7 Yamaha. 😀

[@johnwoody9505]

Back around 1964 my friend had a BSA Super Road Rocket, we were doing an engine overhaul when a more knowledgeable mate and his friend came along as we were putting the cylinders on. This guy suggested we cover the opening with cloth where the camshaft was to stop bits falling inside, great idea. We completed the reassembly and push started the bike, it soon started to billow out smoke. Then someone said, "did we take out the rag?" We all looked at each other, OH shit!!! We took the thing apart to fine the tattered remains of the rage still in the opening. I can't remember how we cleaned it all out but we did get it going again. We had many disasters in our bike maintenance. It was fun time riding and fixing the bikes with very little knowledge. We really needed someone with experience to guide and help us and a proper place to work.

[@blacksquirrel4008]

You are an inspiration. I was in the carport making a clutch cover gasket and realized I’d forgotten the scissors but, in a flash, I thought of you and pulled my Swiss Army Knife out et voilá. Thanks for saving me a delay.

[@jonm7272]

Thanks Allen, lovely, gentle, reassuring viewing in these troubled times. And nice to see you doing a simple little job that we mere mortals can relate to. Keep em coming.

[@alanottley]

I love the way you are swapping pistons from other engines - well done!

[@StevePlegge]

Yeah, he put a piston with 4 valve relief cuts in a 2 valve engine. WTF? I pity that poor combustion chamber... Back in my misspent youth when I raced an XL-175 I replaced the piston with one from a CB-350. Higher compression!

[@mightress]

Just piston rings. He used the honda piston

[@paultanton4307]

Im sure Allen would have worked out if this was an Interference Engine and if there were any clearance issues beforehand.

[@michaelhayward7572]

@@mightress yeah but its a 4 valve piston in a 2 valve head.

[@mightress]

@@michaelhayward7572 makes no difference for the rings, they just sit in a groove. Nothing to do with the shape of the piston.

[@ianjones4116]

Is it now like a Suzuki TSCC, twin swirl combustion chamber, after all , it's got a four valve piston un a two valve head Lol. Absolutely brilliant watching. Love the matter of fact attitude. Oh it was a big bore I had done, changed the vfr piston for a z1 piston, then altered the ring gap. Tommy Cooper !!!! Just like that !!! Allan, you are The Man. Thanks for sharing.

[@carlvincent78]

A friend introduced me to your channel knowing I spend hours watching these type of vids after a 2-10 shift. You sir are an absolute genius and by far the best you tuber out there I’ve got to remind myself to breathe while watching on times you have me mesmerised, Thank you 👍

[@niborski2997]

Masterful, meticulous engine build. Would love to hear it when it's back in the bike. Well filmed with an clear and concise v/o.

[@nonopus3125]

Thanks Allen, really enjoyed this vid. It was encouraging and vids like this inspire me to set out on my first motorcycle project. Keep vids like this up!

[@AllenMillyard]

thats brilliant

[@ashleysmith3106]

What a fortuitous video - I have recently been given a 1976 Honda XL 175 ( in rather rough condition), and have learned more in 13 minutes than in several hours of internet research! Many thanks!

[@Teacher-lj6in]

What a pleasure to see you completing your task so thoroughly--thanks for sharing your passion!

[@jonathanhucker4634]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video as expected 👍🙌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@richardshilling2958]

Loved this video. 👍

[@Banditmanuk]

Great work, that BBQ sees some engineering action.

[@wacker2286]

Now I have another reason to upgrade my BBQ!

[@nightster6378]

I'm surprised its a bought one and he didn't make it, on second thoughts maybe he did, he makes everything else look like it came out of a factory.

[@petersaupe7455]

@Mr Brightside Try getting the smell of chain grease out of the kitchen when the boss is on the way home from shopping.

[@ridelifenz]

I hope your son has listened and watched you wisely and appreciates your knowledge. Nice one dad.

[@beawarenow8287]

Bought back loads of memories of my dad and me working on bikes together. Good job.

[@zumwild]

Fantastic, a real eye opener. Can't wait to see the one on head gasket making. Could you also show us some more machining: Cutting piston ring grooves, boring out cylinders, fitting new valve guides and seats? Is it also possible to regrind bearing and cam surfaces, and do nitriding on the BBQ? If anyone knows it would be you!

[@neilhowe2665]

beautiful job,i wish there was more like this on telly ,rather than all the bull____ that we get fed....programmes for car enthusiasts?? i think not...keep doing what your doing - great!!!

[@paulrixson5828]

Great video Allen , always a pleasure to watch you work.

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Marvellous Allen! Another super thorough job: would expect no less even on the wee 175! Love it!

[@MrLukealbanese]

Legend in quiet work. Lovely.

[@stevoStevo-tx6cq]

Brilliant Allen. Keep them coming the videos are great

[@paulcrockett6105]

What makes you think the clutch cover is magnesium

[@terryblack2219]

Really enjoyable to watch thank you for taking the time you are tremendous encouragement

[@chriskay116]

This is the best thing I've seen on screen for months. Thank you.

[@vince43561]

Very instructive. At first time I was affraid that you add five more cylinders to this one...🤣

[@scottw550]

That was my first bike in 1974, all I did was wash it and change the oil.

[@wiscgaloot]

I got mine around 1980 with low miles, but same thing, it required no maintenance. I might have adjusted the tappets just for fun, because I like to do that sort of thing.

[@mrandmrswheels1142]

Hi Allen. Many Thanks for your time and effort in filming and editing these videos. They’re so enjoyable and informative. Keep ‘em coming. Thanks again. Keep safe

[@nicnak4475]

Truly mesmerising watching a true craftsman and so well explained, Thank you I thoroughly enjoyed that Allen.

[@SteveHacker]

Amazing, priceless and invaluable!

[@TheThunderwars]

This is so soothing ... I could litteraly listen to you all day long.

[@alanwaters1299]

So skilled great to watch you keep old classics running

[@nicomeier8098]

Great instructional vid, more please!!

[@pdtech4524]

Nice job on that engine! 👍😎

[@Ian-bq7gp]

Thank you Alan. I'm enjoying your series of videos so much. It's inspiring.

[@hullygully-3599]

Enjoyed the new series Allen. Thanks for taking the time.

[@glowiever]

I wish you were my neighbor. really wanna learn the art of engine rebuilding with you.

[@ronnierush9379]

Great Video: Love these rebuild jobs its nice to see an expert in action would have liked to see it start afterwards :-)

[@williamblake3764]

Thanks for the reply Allen, you never stop learning. Thanks for the videos I found them during lockdown and enjoy every one. Hats off to a genius

[@stephenmuntzer5254]

Excellent video, really well presented. Thank you. I'm someone very keen to learn how to better look after my classic bike & watching you work has been has been an inspiration. I'm really looking forward to your 'in the shed' series.

[@siraff4461]

The XL always bemused me. Some parts are like a competition engine (mag covers, high comp, cam directly in head, big valves and relatively lots of revs) but then others are full on endurance designs - air cooling, nut and bolt tappet adjusters, points over cdi, oil spinner, etc). Its almost like they were making two bikes at once.

[@barefootdogwalker1402]

great video

[@hejustleft]

You're ingenious and a master fabricator, astonishing.

[@troywee4774]

thank you for this upload, humble work from a humble man. thanks again.

[@allanbegg0818]

Why am I not surprised that Mr. Millyard uses the scissors on his swiss army knife to make his own gaskets? Of course that's what he uses, because he is making his own gaskets!

[@AllenMillyard]

Ive had that swiss knife since 1998 and its cut every paper gasket for every engine ive worked on

[@fredparkhouse]

if it ain't broke dont fix it.

[@chrisprobert6]

@@AllenMillyard you must have sharpened those scissors a few times then. They look to cut really well

[@scheusselmensch5713]

@@AllenMillyard Same here although I've also found some superb surgery scissors that do a lovely job as well. I've found the most useful Swiss Army knife to be the Explorer. It is one of only 2 or 3 models (one other is the Golfer) that has the Phillips driver out the end instead of it projecting at right angles, much more useful. It has the loupe as well which is excellent for crack detection. Tell you what though, I've not found better than Three Bond (Hondabond, Yamabond) engine sealant, and I've tried every gorilla snot there is or has been. I'll knock apart an untouched 50 year old Japper and the Three Bond inside the engine that squeezed in during initial assembly has never come adrift, swelled, or became brittle. It is in my humble opinion the best case sealant that is made. In fact, I rarely replace gaskets, I simply remove the part, ignore torn gaskets, apply Three Bond, and bung it back together. They never leak, never.

[@jamessharp9790]

I think if Allen Millyard were shipwrecked on Gilligan’s Island he could’ve built himself a workshop and not just a boat to escape , but it probably would be a V16 he built from scratch. He is a proper fabricater

[@Pyro-1251]

Oh the relative simplicity of a single. I miss my SR500 so much!

[@supertramp6011]

Pyro1251 me too!👍

[@stevemarshall5197]

Excellent Allen thoroughly enjoyed it thanks for taking the time to entertain us 👍

[@oby-1607]

Watching all of this wonderful detail is so soothing as nothing makes me happier than a machine being loved the way it should be.

[@johnegan4056]

My next tool purchase is a BBQ Great stuff Allen Keep up the good work

[@ParaBellum2024]

I take it you already own a Swiss Army knife then?

[@johnegan4056]

@@ParaBellum2024 Yeah I've never used it to make gaskets though

[@G58]

Over on the VFR forum, someone posts: ‘One of our pistons is missing...’ ;)

[@flannel2699]

If they are Millard fans it's great news. Think of the weight saving, plus now have an economical Honda V3 with integral cup holder!

[@keithnorman3519]

I spent most of my early working life on these bikes, I still like to see that they are kept running and still being loved by their owners. Thanks Alan.

[@rhysgilbert5942]

This brought back some memories. I owned an xl 175 as a kid and rode it to school. Loved it

[@SorryIwasntListening]

30 seconds in and this is my type of video!

[@RinoaL]

Your swiss army knife is a Victorinox Super Tinker if im not mistaken! very nice model.

[@alphaomega8373]

McGuyver model you mean?

[@robhx9384]

Or maybe a Huntsman which also has scissors

[@tinkeringinthailand8147]

Oh dear.....

[@b1g1lz]

Looks like it's had a couple of cylinders added too.

[@AllenMillyard]

it has plyers can't seem to see any in the latest cataloge with plyers, I bought mine in 1998

[@derekcomer4858]

Thank you for providing such soothing material in these difficult times 🙏. I love the casual way in which you swap and modify the piston as if it’s the most natural thing in the world, incredible!.

[@EvilGus67]

Great series of videos Allen. I don't know what you'd do without that barbeque! This one was a trip down memory lane - I passed my bike test on an XL125 in 1984. Keep these up please.

[@PaulGappyNorris]

😂😂😂 The only person on the planet to use the Swiss Army Knife scissors. Brilliant!

[@eekamoose]

No, I use them all the time. They’re nearly as useful as the bottle opener :o)

[@CS_247]

Nope, i use the hell out of mine. Brilliant little pair of scissors.

[@eekamoose]

I went to buy a new swiss army knife and the guy in the shop said he had one with five blades and a bottle-opener. I asked him if he had one with five bottle-openers and a blade.

[@joolsfreeman4359]

Blimey im surprised you didn't make it in to a v twin! And fuel inject it!

[@rlyle5804]

LOL!

[@jimmyjames2549]

First thing I thought, V-twin superbike for Isle of Man TT races.. oh.. its just a quick rebuild.

[@rushzimi3865]

Hahaha... well held Jools!

[@waterboy8999]

Yeah, I was just waiting on the hacksaw coming out, that's usually my favourite bit.

[@wacker2286]

haha!!

[@georgedunham1180]

Brilliant video the attention to detail is mind boggling

[@RobSchofield]

Excellent! Cracking little video. More like this, please!

[@alamocannon3791]

31 dislikes !!! Are they NUTS ??

[@JETJOOBOY]

I would imagine they are purple faced with jealousy.. like me.. .but I totally Thumbed this UP!

[@RTXti-ld7dx]

Anyone who dislikes his videos are just jealous. This man is an engineering genius and the couple of immature jerks who have given these videos a thumbs down is just mad they themselves are not capable of such critical thinking

[@PatrickKelly-lz3pv]

they must have a screw loose

[@HaroonKunjappu]

@@PatrickKelly-lz3pv Yeah, all it needs is a lil tap here and a wiggle there. That should fix it.

[@philmorrow2446]

I wouldn't miss this stuff for the world. I'm now subscribed!!! BTW I am available for adoption!!!😂😂😂.

[@mikeymike3240]

Phil Morrow Me too lol

[@ianjones4116]

And Me !!!!

[@wainyp]

Wish I had shed with all those tools but rent I so expensive in Los Angeles's suburbs

[@supertramp6011]

Phil Morrow me too,and I’m older than Allen!🤣🤣

[@asawyer2872]

I love your content Allen! I've very little mechanical knowledge in the grand scheme of things, but at 29 years of age I'm inspired to do more by your videos!

[@jamesworgan1559]

Right up my street this! im about to start on a TL125 motor so thanks for lots of useful tips. Keep up the good work.

[@la_plata3588]

The copper gasket could be heated in a toaster for uniform heating

[@jonyoung6405]

May I barrow your toaster?

[@leehaelters6182]

Red hot? What is your toast like, carbonized?

[@gurtsmunta1]

The most important part of any shed work”TEA”.

[@wacker2286]

No way... coffee is the future!!

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

@@wacker2286 Yep, we dumped our tea in the harbor, where it belongs. I'm going for another coffee, as we speak. LOL!

[@jamesdspaderf2883]

First time visitor - genius craftsman at work, a pleasure to watch and pass the lockdown hours

[@sirivor]

Naratted and presented really well. Learned loads...thanking you.

[@manoo422]

A 4 valve piston in a 2 valve head....you werent worried about clearance of compression ratio then!?

[@glennmerriman8382]

That's what I thought too. But if it's cheap & works then why not. I'm sure he would have at least checked that the piston cleared the valves. Perhaps due to the rather large increase in bore size the compression would still be ok, even with a flat top piston, and not requiring high octane fuel. Perhaps just a cheap paddock basher that they did not want to waste too much money on.

[@memybikeni9931]

@@glennmerriman8382 he only swapped the rings not the pistons.

[@madeljacky]

@@memybikeni9931 he swapped the original piston for a bigger VFR 750 piston some time previously, he is now widening the oil ring groove in the VFR 750 piston with a parting tool to accept the different wider oil control ring

[@LabRat6619]

Some watch porn, I could watch an engine being renovated any day !

[@ianjones4116]

Damn Man !! This is proper Porn. 👍

[@swannyisnumberone]

This video was a great help when I - as a total novice - rebuilt my CD200 and my CB360. Thank you.

[@WylieECoyote56]

Thank you, Allen, for inspiring me, every time I run into a problem on my 1974 Suzuki RL250 restoration, I come in, make a cup of green tea and watch one of your videos to keep me inspired and I keep on going! Love your work!

[@TheDern]

Thanks for making these videos Allen, they'd be fantastic at any time but at the moment especially welcome.