Subdeacon Joe
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5 minutes ago, Pat Riot said:
I found an interesting article about these.
https://vintagenewsdaily.com/smith-motor-wheel-a-self-contained-power-unit-designed-for-attachment-to-a-bicycle-from-the-1910s/Thanks! This I found interesting:
Looks like by, say, 1920, spark plug threads were standardized. Sort of like valve stem threads - Schraeder Valves - which hasn't changed since the 1890s.- External 8V1 thread: 0.305 in (7.747 mm) x 32 TPI[4] (1⁄32 in or 0.7938 mm pitch; tap size 8v1-32)
- Internal 5V1 thread: 0.209 in (5.309 mm) x 36 TPI (1⁄36 in or 0.7056 mm pitch; tap size 5v1-36)
I was once faced with trying to find out the threads on a part we were trying to reverse engineer. It ended up being the external 5V1 0.209 x 36 tpi. Which doesn't show up in The Machinery Handbook.
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3 minutes ago, Eyesa Horg said:
Except the sidecar isn't generally the drive wheel.
I don't think that it would make that much difference in the sound. I bet it made left turns rather zippy, what with that drive wheel off center and to the outside of the turn.
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7 hours ago, watab kid said:
im glad i lived in the era to see farah fawcewtt and barbara bach but there is something about the gals that came before them that stirred my blood
There was an aura of poise, grace, and elegance that seems to be lacking now. Same for most of the male actors.
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1 hour ago, Blackwater 53393 said:
I wonder what that sounded like when you made a right turn??Like a small motorcycle with a sidecar making a left turn?
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12 hours ago, The Original Lumpy Gritz said:
Driving is a privilege, not a right.
That guy in the video was a 110% AH!
He was terse, but 111% within his rights. He wasn't insulting, unless you consider stating your intention to exercise your rights being an AH.
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This is a 1917 A.O. Smith Corporation 'Motor Wheel' that attaches to the frame of a bicycle (in this picture, a Schwinn & Company Henderson). It is powered by a 118 cc AIV (air induction valve) gasoline engine. Notice the device on the right side of the handlebar—that's the starter. You would pedal until you had built up enough charge, then flip the switch on the handlebar to send the charge to the spark plug and start the motor.
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5 hours ago, Eyesa Horg said:
I'd at least have to add Vegemite.
And pineapple.
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1916 Indian Motorcycle with Sidecar
The 1916 Indian Motorcycle with Sidecar is a remarkable piece of early 20th-century motorcycling history. Indian Motorcycles, one of America's oldest and most iconic motorcycle manufacturers, produced this model during a time when motorcycles were gaining popularity for both civilian and military use.The 1916 Indian is powered by a powerful V-twin engine, known for its durability and smooth performance. This model features a sidecar, a practical addition that provided extra seating or cargo space, making it a versatile choice for transportation during that era. The sidecar's design is both functional and stylish, complementing the motorcycle's overall aesthetic.
With its deep, rich paintwork, leather saddle, and intricate detailing, the 1916 Indian Motorcycle with Sidecar is more than just a mode of transportation; it’s a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation of its time. This classic motorcycle represents an era of adventure and exploration, capturing the spirit of freedom on the open road. Today, it stands as a prized collectible, admired by enthusiasts and historians alike.
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1 hour ago, Alpo said:
I realize this has nothing to do with the thread, but I can't help noticing that the Seattle Sunday Times - the Sunday paper, the big paper of the week - has an ad on the front page above the fold.
They didn't have any other news in Seattle that week?
In the context of the time and the event, no, there was no other news.
My guess is that Studebaker paid a hefty premium for that ad placement, and likely had contracted for it weeks before. "We know that this is coming soon, whatever you want for an ad on the front page when this happens we will pay."
No, or very few, new cars for several years, a major world event that pretty much guaranteed people would be reading every word on that page, what better place for a car ad?
ADDED;
I don't think that's above the fold. Look at the bottom of the image, you can see the perferations that are at the bottom of a page.
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Close-up of a dragonfly wing, not stained glass
More details/photos: https://bit.ly/3TcuekL
Photo by Kelly J. Rebar
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I know that many people see 15 August, when Japan announced that she accepted the terms of the Allies, but the instruments of surrender were not signed until 2 September, and that is the day that Truman declared as VJ Day.
https://www.newspapers.com/topics/world-war2/vj-day/
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Starting in 3rd or 4th grade I always had a pocket knife, usually a version of
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Lamborghini Espada engine.
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There are some interesting things in this book.
https://archive.org/details/McGillLibrary-rbsc-cookbook-coll-TX763F581915-18659/mode/1up
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20 hours ago, Buckshot Bob said:
Real food that's nutritious and tastes good.
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7 hours ago, Pat Riot said:
Edit: I haven’t had a drink in 10 years. 10 years sober.
Congratulations! Heck of a hard thing to do.
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Quite the character. Thanks.
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1929 Majestic
This extraordinary French motorcycle from between the wars was spotted by Paul d’Orléans in Bavaria recently. He sums it up perfectly: “The Majestic is the physical embodiment of the Art Deco aesthetic, a streamlined torpedo which suggests Speed and Modernity.”
The real innovation is at the front—this is one of the first motorcycles to feature hub-centered steering (as beloved by Bimota of late). And yes, the front also has sliding pillar suspension, similar to that on a Lancia Lambda or early Morgan.
D’Orléans was lucky enough to ride this machine, but the styling apparently promises more than the 500 cc Chaise engine can deliver. Still, it’s hard not to be seduced by those swooping lines in light-gauge steel, beautifully accentuated by classic French racing blue paintwork. For that, we could forgive just about anything. [Image by Paul d’Orléans.]
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Man Handled DUI CheckPoint Like A Boss
in SASS Wire Saloon
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Santa Rosa Police Department has them from time to time, usually late on a Friday night, say about 2300 Friday to 0200 Saturday. When they release the report they always seem to have nailed 2 or 3 idjits for driving under the influence. Every once in a while nab someone for "felon in possession of a firearm."
Idjits.