From:	Bob Turek	e-mail:	ecturek@att.net
Subject:	RE: RE: RE: RE: RE: RE: Correct carburator for 1929 Henderso	Date:	Sun Jul 26 21:42:57 2009
Response to:	2511

The announcement in September, 1928, American Motorcyclist lists the major change to the Super being 27 x 4-inch straight side tires, interchangeable with those on the Henderson. They were standard equipment. It also goes on to say that the new tires necessitated changes to the frame and forks and that the seat had been dropped. Further changes to the handlebars and springs. From the picture of the new model, it's obvious that it has drop- center rims. BTW, the early 29 Henderson, in addition to the choke, had optional 4.40-inch "automobile" tires. Supposedly, production of the Supers was about 500 a year i the late twenties. The early 29 Super was only available for a few months, as the streamline was announced in February of 29. It still seems strange that, knowing that the streamline was in the works, they would go to all the changes for just a coupla months production. ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- There seems to be this myth about the early 29 Supers. Special frame, only 500 made, etc.. I don't believe it for a minute. Definitely some of the 1928 Supers were shipped with the low frame but still had clincher rims ... Perry ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- Hi --- My list of Henderson serials shows two in the low 29000 range for 1928 models, so this one is reasonable as as 1928. On the two models for 1929, the early '29 Henderson (De Luxe) was similar to the 28; it could be argued that Ex was trying to use up the De Luxe parts before launching the Streamline. However, the situation with the Super X argues against that explanation. The early '29 Super adopted the drop-center rims and 4.00 tires. That change meant a new frame and numerous other changes. If Ex were just tying to use up parts, why redesign the Super for a couple months. ------------ Bob Turek ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- Mark/Marty; When I purchased this bike, I was told by previous owner it was a 1929. I've had several people comment that 1928 was the last year of the Deluxe Henderson, and I have questioned whether my bike is a '28 or '29. My engine number is D28441, which goes beyond seriel number references for a Deluxe. I did find something interesting the other day in the book the "Golden Age of the Fours" by T.A. Hodgdon. On page 55, it shows a Deluxe Henderson with the following text, "Larger tires (27 x 4.00) and valanced front fenders were featured improvements on 1929 Henderson Deluxe. Instrument cluster, with 100 MPH sdeedo, light switches, ammeter and oil gauge were carried over from previous model. Standard color was Henderson Blue with cream wheels, but maroon or grass green was optional at no extra cost. Price was $435 f.o.b. Chicago. Reverse gear was an optional extra at $25. This model, introduced in September, 1928, was produced as shown until it was superseded by the mid-year announcement of new streamline KJ model, which was unveiled in spring of 1929". I hope I'm not opening a can of worms, as I appreciate any info and assistance on this bike. Thanks, John Weatherwax P.S.-Mark/Marty, would still appreciate possible carb types used. John ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- Mark, he said Deluxe, not KJ. Didn't the 29 Deluxe still have the earlier style manifold and carb? The DLX70 is definately 29KJ. Marty ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- It should be a schebler DLX 70 (Brass) two flange on early 29's and later a DLX 76(pot metal)two flange on later machines. Hope this helps. Check out post 2289 on this page I have adapter plates in stock to convert to the more common three flange carb set up. Best, Mark ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- Could someone tell me what the correct carburator would be for 1929 Henderson Deluxe four cyclinder? Thanks.