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During the years between 1964 and 1966, Harley Davidson really built some great motorcycles that had some really impressive features that consumers have continued to enjoy. The 1964 Harley-Davidson XLCH Sportster motorcycle's impressive 883-cc V-twin engine out-powered most competitors during that era. The 1965 Harley-Davidson FL Electra-Glide motorcycle was the last Harley fitted with the venerable pan-head engine and the first big Harley with an electric start, which made this combo a highly coveted collectible. For Harley Davidson, 1965 marked the end of an era.

The Electra-Glide, with its electric starter, made its debut, but it would be the last year for the famous pan-head V-twin that was introduced in 1948. That engine had received some modifications over the years, a significant one coming in 1963 with external oil lines that improved lubrication to the cylinder heads. Along with the electric starter came the twelve-volt electrics to replace the previous six-volt system, which in turn brought a bigger battery hidden beneath a large battery case on the right side. That, along with the bold "Electra Glide" script on the front fender, makes it easy to distinguish this model from earlier FLs.

Some Electra-Glides had the standard exhaust system that had both cylinders exhausting to the right into a single muffler. This was optional as a dual-muffler system where the exhaust from the front cylinder exited to the right, while that from the rear cylinder exited to the left, both terminating in their own distinctive "fishtail" muffler. Also optional was the old hand-shift and foot-clutch arrangement that was so popular with police departments. Though a curb weight of more than seven hundred pounds restricted performance somewhat, the Electra-Glide was a popular touring mount in its day, as the electric starter alleviated the problem of having to kick start the big V-twin, which had become no easy task.

The 1966 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra-Glide motorcycle's smoother-running, more powerful shovel-head engine replaced the pan-head engine, which gave this motorcycle sixty horsepower. In 1965, Harley-Davidson introduced an electric-start version of the big FL series, dubbing it the Electra-Glide, which was still powered by the pan-head engine. This big Harley was now carrying not only the additional weight of the inevitable factory and owner installed accessories, which made it more plentiful by a switch from six-volt electrics to twelve volt, but also the pounds added by the new starting hardware.

Although the pan-head engine had served well during its lengthy tenure, owners were begging for more power. For 1966, Harley released an updated version of the 74-cubic-inch V-twin by mating new aluminum shovel-head cylinder heads to the iron barrels, horsepower increased by five. The smoother, running, more powerful shovel-head engine was a welcome relief. The weight of the FLs had crept up to nearly eight hundred pounds, and the extra power was appreciated by owners. Yet, despite the greater power and escalating heft, FLs were still slowed by drum brakes front and rear; it would not be until 1972 that a front disc would appear.

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The Tambourine: The Unknown Drum

I have to admit it, I did not know that the tambourine was originally, and sometimes still is, a type of drum. I mean, it's obviously a percussion instrument, anyone can see that. But it wasn't until I started to look at the surprising variety of tambourines in the world that I realized that it is, at least in its classic form, a drum. Actually, if you look up the instrument in the Merriam Webster Dictionary, the very first definition is "a small drum." Admittedly, many variations have no drumhead, and these do not qualify for the category. But many tambourines do have drumheads, and these should not be forgotten or discounted when considering the drums of the world.

The tambourine seems to be an international phenomenon. Its distinctive notes can be found in the music of Europe, the Middle East, South America and Asia (specifically India). The word "tambourine" comes from Middle French word "tambourin," which in turn has its roots in the Middle Persian word "tambur," meaning lute drum. Although it is most commonly circular in shape, some variations resemble a crescent moon. The frame is shallow and usually of wood or plastic, and the head, which is of animal skin or a manmade material, is on only one side. All tambourines have pairs of loose metallic discs on their sides that, when the instrument is shaken or struck with the hand, create a jingling sound.

As mentioned, tambourines can be found in the music of countries all over the world. The "pandeiro," for example is a Brazilian percussion instrument that is certainly a type of tambourine. The only differences specific to this instrument is that the tension of the "pandeiro's" head can be adjusted and its metal discs have a notably crisp quality. This instrument is prevalent in a great deal of traditional Brazilian music, and it is valued for its strong percussive qualities.

In Eastern Europe and Russia, the "buben" is native to the areas of the Ukraine, Poland, the Czech Republic and the Republic of Slovenia. This instrument follows the usual structure, having a wooden or metal hoop with a tight membrane on one side, although some instruments lack this last feature. The sides of a buben may be adorned with metal rings, plates, cymbals or little bells, slight variations from the usual metal discs. Still, it is undeniably a tambourine, and this instrument is often used in the folk music of the region.

The Middle East has a very strong tradition of tambourines. There is the "dayereh," a medium sized frame drum with the prerequisite metal discs. It is used in Iran, the Balkans, and several other countries of Central Asia. Although larger than the usual tambourine, it nonetheless follows the basic principle. Then there is the "daf," another larger tambourine. It is popular in a number of countries, although its name sometimes varies. Its appellations include "tef" (in Azerbaijan, Turkey and Iran), "childirma" (in Uzbekistan) and "dafli" (in India).

Finally the "kanjira" or "ganjira" is a tambourine used in South India. Although deeper than the typical tambourine, it too follows the basic pattern of a drumhead on one side and metal disks on the sides. It is mostly used in Carnatic music, the classical music of that region.

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Do I have to change the master cylinder if im converting my 63 volkswagon beetle from drum to disc brakes?

I have a 1963 Volkswagon Beetle, I purchased new front brakes so do I have to change the master cylinder from what would be a stock one for my disc brakes to work?

do you know what the conversion kit consist of,i would get well informed before performing the job.

"Infinite Stairways" is jazz guitarist Peplin's debut as sole leader
Despite his many years on the scene, jazz guitarist and composer Steve Peplin's fine new disc, "Infinite Stairways" -- sheathed in an eye-catching 3-D sleeve -- is his debut as sole leader of a session. "Infinite Stairways" is a fine set of straight-ahead post-bop jazz that Peplin describes as "a conservative Blue Note-style jazz record."

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