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04-03-2012, 06:56 PM | #182 |
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Weld, I can live with bein brothers 8)
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So much of the comments sound like something I would say LOL..
I had to go to trifocals 2 years ago (I am a computer tech by trade) and the parts have gotten so GD small. Shop therapy is good stuff. I just painted the fenders on the street rat, and am starting the tear down for the frame paint and new parts. The brotherhood of the shop... Glenn Quote:
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04-03-2012, 08:04 PM | #185 |
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Man if only I had you guys physically there when I need help!
I also wish I had you along physically on my daily rides.
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04-03-2012, 11:21 PM | #187 |
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No worries. My bike is fast, I'm not. :wink:
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04-04-2012, 02:21 AM | #188 |
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I mounted a bag to the back today; it's not pretty, but it's functional. I presume that it was a camera bag, or maybe a huge shaving kit. Who cares. It was $1.50 at the thrift store.
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04-04-2012, 02:22 AM | #189 | |
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04-04-2012, 02:26 AM | #190 |
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When I ground out the damaged side cover to expose the countershaft sprocket, I changed the two rusty bearing retainer fasteners for stainless socket head cap screws. Seemed like a good idea at the time. Trouble is, socket head cap screws are deeper, and the chain rubs on them. 8O
I bought two stainless hex bolts today, and I'll install them tomorrow. I pulled the drain plug tonight, and was greeted with nasty oil. Again. How much goo can be in this little engine? That's three oil changes in two hours of running time. :? I set the valves and cam chain again, so hopefully it will be quieter.
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04-04-2012, 03:15 AM | #191 |
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My goodness! 8O I hope the engine oil clears up soon! :roll:
P.S. I like your tail bag. Spud
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04-04-2012, 06:59 AM | #192 |
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Bonus points awarded for the new tail bag saying "Safari", that says adventure right there! :wink:
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04-04-2012, 11:20 AM | #193 | |
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04-04-2012, 11:45 AM | #194 |
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I think it was a camera bag, and therefore should be strong and likely waterproof. Looks good to me!
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