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Oct 17, 2016 | 08:14 PM

CON9496

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First build.

Whats up fellas. So,I have finally decided to build my bike.
I've been in and out of shops since I was a kid, so I know my way around.
I have always had an eye for the 1942 Harley, so thats what i'm gonna roll with.
I want to put a modern power plant in, so I have a few questions...
Well I have a lot, but one I would like an answer to.
What options are available for engine conversions?

Oct 17, 2016 | 08:43 PM

Rocket Rider

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Welcome aboard! I'll defer to those more experienced in engines to answer your question.

Oct 18, 2016 | 06:38 AM

AJSHOVEL

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So you have a '42?

Oct 18, 2016 | 07:02 AM

dixonk

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Define modern power plant. With the newer motors you will need a way of hiding wiring harnesses and computers.

Oct 18, 2016 | 07:58 AM

0maha

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Are you building the frame? Using an aftermarket frame (eg, Paughco, etc)? Starting with a factory frame?

Do you have the resources to fab/cut/weld stuff, or is this a bolt-together project?

Oct 18, 2016 | 08:35 AM

corliss@bakerdrivetrain.com

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Sounds like you need an S&S Knuckle.

Oct 18, 2016 | 08:39 AM

Mxdad

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Lots of good questions for you by posters above. If you want to go with a Knucklehead as would have been in the 42 S&S makes both a 74 and 93 CI version of the knuckle. The 93 would not go in a 42 frame but I believe the 74 would.

ETA Looks like Mark at Baker beat me to the punch