Classic Harley Big Twins Review

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(More customer reviews)When I ordered this book, I allready was in posession of the book "Knuckleheads" by Greg Field, but wanted more info on the Panhead and Shovelhead blocks.
This book is actually three books into one. The first part about the Knucklehead is exactly a copy of the forementioned book by Greg Field, the other two parts discuss the Panhead (Greg Field) and Shovelhead (Tom Murphy) which are basicly built on the same basis as the Knucklehead, but ofcourse improved over the years until finally the EVO engine was born.
Since no seperate books about the Panhead or Shovelhead are available at this time, this is the only source of information about these engines.
The book is thick (over 500 pages) and describes every possible detail about this engineblock which served as a basis for Knuckle-, Pan-, and Shovelhead. Also nice stories are told about backgrounds of the birth of these engines, so that it's not only a technical story you're reading but sometimes also like a novel.
Greg Field needs no further introduction: He's in my point of view the best author around when it comes to HD! Tom Murpy describes in a similar way the Shovel-Era.
In short: A very nice book with even details like modelyear specific changes, so even someone who rebuilds one of these engines can find exactly the info about the engine he/she needs.
Only thing I regret about the book is that it is not available in hardcover. The price would be a bit higher, but this is such a reference in your collection of books, that a hardcover would do more justice to the contents.
A Perfect book, for a very acceptable price! Absolutely should not be absent in your collection!

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Three previous motorcycle color histories -- Harley-Davidson Knuckleheads, Harley-Davidson Panheads and Harley-Davidson Shovelheads -- are combined into one volume to provide a giant, colorful retrospective of Harley-Davidson's classic "cylinderhead" models. Marvelous modern color photography and a huge gallery of archival images depict examples of each model and variant, while an authoritative text reveals all the engineering and design breakthroughs, performance specifications, boardroom battles, marketing strategies, and competition histories.

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Original Harley-Davidson Knucklehead (Original Series) Review

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(More customer reviews)I think that the piece is well thought out, and packed with usefull and informative information brought forth at a fair price. I plan to order more from Mr. Field. ( The Author )

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Harley-Davidson stunned the world when it unveiled its EL 61, better known as the Knucklehead, on November 25, 1935. The overhead-valve technology was impressive at a time when sidevalve engines were the order of the day, and the engine formed the basis for all Harley Big Twins to follow, right through the Evolution engines of the 1980s and 90s. But what really grabbed enthusiasts' attention was the styling of the new Harleys. The Knucklehead formed the die from which all future cruisers would be cast. Fittingly, Knuckleheads are much sought after by collectors today. This book, like others in the Original series, aids anyone collecting or refurbishing these classic Harleys. It illustrates and describes the correct parts, finishes, and options and trim pieces for all Knuckleheads, from the 1936 debut through the 1947 bikes, the last year of production.

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Original Harley-Davidson Panhead The Restorer's Guide 1948-1965 Review

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(More customer reviews)This book offers more information for those seeking to do a proper restoration and should be on any Panhead fan's book shelf.
It has very good quality photos of period bikes with close ups of most. That is also the one weak link for this book. The bikes are period pieces and not totally original machines with a couple of exceptions. This is in no way a knock against the book or it's author, it's just the best of what is available. Totally correct machines are very rare. In support of the author, he does point out what is not correct on many of the photos. When used with his earlier book, Harley-Davidson Panheads, you have a very good resource and for that I would highly recommend this to anyone interested in this subject.

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Whether you own a Springer, a Duo-Glide, Hydra-Glide or Electra-Glide, your Panhead deserves the best! Restore it to 100% originality with exacting guidance from restoration expert Greg Field. Exceptionally detailed color photographs guide you through each critical restoration process step-by-step. Serial and engine numbers, paint, trim, options, and technical features are detailed every step of the way. Insure the originality of your prized collectible by implementing the time-tested techniques presented throughout this essential volume.

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