mrindian

have the parts catalogue that was in your posting. I need the
operating manual. Such as, oil levels, brake adjustments, starting
procedures, etc.
I you have one on those I’ll purchase it.
thanks for your response.

They can be ordered online or giving us a call at 951-968-3070

manual

Enjoy your new bike!

Dear jj6143… during the 30’s and 40’s Indian as Harley made many models. To play with these old motorcycle you must be a kind of “doityourself” biker. Generally the less you pay for a machine the more work to be done…   Read more»

We make the exhaust system, and have an extensive stock of original and some reproduction parts, just let us know what you need.

Sincerely,

Gary Stark

join the hunt.. i have everything but the motor/tranny/magneto/generator.. seems like the hardest parts to find..  sounds like you have a motor/trans setup and if you hear of any extra feel free to spread the word

Buy an old Triumph, you can find em cheap, parts are all over the place, and keepn it running will make a mechanic out of you.<

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Check valve settings, and retorque head bolts if it has not been worked on since intial rebuild. It can be harder to start if valve clearences are loose. 4 thousands intake, 6 thousands exhaust. cold.

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The Indian red in the later years was a slight variation of the early color.  It is noticeable to both the experienced novice as well as the experts.  I suppose its just a choice of preference.

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would one of these paints be ok on my 41 cheif ?    thanks tom

Through NAPA store, code reads:

 56-20981 00(C) Code 99

This is for a Base coat / Clear coat system.

This paint was also used on 1958 to 1977 Austin’s.

The answer is Damask Red.

It is a direct color match for my 1926 Chief.  It was also used on vehicles made by the Leland Car company. 

Also, Bob Stark told me that was the color.

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You have hit on a question that has been asked my thousands and no one has really come up with an answer.  Your best bet is to find someone with a nice original bike or a nice restored bike with the…   Read more»