From:devid
E-Mail:<devid.moto@virgilio.it>
Subject:RE: 1917 Hen Mag and Other Trivia
Response to:736
Date:Tue Jul 27 07:09:44 2004
Finally a very useful answer, thanks Steve !!!!!!!!!!

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To specifically answer Devid's question, the 1917 Hen used a
erling N44 mag.  This mag was first used in 1915.  The
Bosch DU4 mag was used on the 1913 model.  It may or may not
e obvious but a nickle plated tin cover was fitted over the
Bosch to protect it as it was an open mag.  In 1914, a
Splitdorf mag was used.  Off-hand I can't remember the
number but I have one and will post it if anyone is
interested.  The N44 was carried over on the 1918 model.  I
was always under the impression that the closed Berling E-41
as the K model mag and carried over to 1922 Deluxe but when
I read the 1918 to 1922 parts book I saw the Simms mag
listed.  I'm curious if the E-41 was the 1919 model mag. 
I'm traveling and don't have my parts books handy so maybe
one of you guys will answer.  I believe the company that
made Berling mags (Ericson?)was an investor in the original
Henderson company like the seat company Persons, hence the
equipment was fitted.  When Schwinn took over it was a
different ball game.  Devid, N-44 mags occasionally show up
on eBay so keep looking.

As was well put by several distinguished members of this
forum, the important thing is if you have a 4cyl mag with
correct right hand rotation, you can RIDE your Henderson. 
Correctness while always nice, pertains to judging and not
actual riding enjoyment.  The operative thing is before
using that mag, REWIND THE OLD COIL or sooner if not later
it will leave you on the side of the road (as personally
experienced).  It is best to remember the immortal words of
master Henderson engine builder Irv Truax - "There is no
such thing as a good OLD magneto".

Happy Henning - Steve