DFW Wrench Pary, Saturday, April 21, 2012

[Valkpilot]

The "which day?" poll was underwhelmingly for Sunday, so we're going with Saturday, April 21.

Originally the location was going to be at my place, but

• There weren't a lot who spoke up with heavy projects to be done
• JC (YodaMaster) is in the process of reassembling a Valk from the frame up and could use some help.

so we've decided to move the location to JC's.

This doesn't mean we don't plan to work on your stuff.  Bring it on!  Walt, we're expecting to look at your rear drive leak, and Dan, we'll take care of your headlight relay. We will probably conduct a search & destroy mission for Disco's coolant leak, too.

We'll start about 9:00 am.  Lunch will be provided.

Use this thread to post if you'll be there and what you want to work on (if anything.)

PM or email YodaMaster for his address.  It will not be posted in public.

[WDAN]

I'll be there.

Would like to take care of installing my back off brake light module as well as my headlight relay.

[jimnvalk]

is oil and filter change to trivial, or i can just come for the fellowship?  PM sent for address

[Big Ed]

What city?

I'd like to just go see.

Thanks...

[WDAN]

What city?

I'd like to just go see.

Thanks...

I looked up Castle Hills on Google and it shows up down south toward San Antonio. Don't think I can make it by 9:00 AM LOL

[Valkpilot]

I'll be there.

Would like to take care of installing my back off brake light module as well as my headlight relay.

No problem on either, Dan.

[Valkpilot]

is oil and filter change to trivial, or i can just come for the fellowship?  PM sent for address

I think we can easily accomodate an oil change, but I think you should be prepared to haul away the old oil.  I don't think it's fair to expect JC to dispose of it. 

[Valkpilot]

What city?

I'd like to just go see.

Thanks...

I looked up Castle Hills on Google and it shows up down south toward San Antonio. Don't think I can make it by 9:00 AM LOL

I think the Castle Hills developmnent is in The Colony.

[jimnvalk]

is oil and filter change to trivial, or i can just come for the fellowship?  PM sent for address

I think we can easily accomodate an oil change, but I think you should be prepared to haul away the old oil.  I don't think it's fair to expect JC to dispose of it. 

I would never expect JC to dispose of it.  It would definiteley go with me.

[Valkpilot]

is oil and filter change to trivial, or i can just come for the fellowship?  PM sent for address

I think we can easily accomodate an oil change, but I think you should be prepared to haul away the old oil.  I don't think it's fair to expect JC to dispose of it.  

I would never expect JC to dispose of it.  It would definiteley go with me.

Jim, no offense meant.  I used your post as a general reminder, not to imply you'd do such a thing.  Most of us wouldn't think of doing that, if we were to think of it.

[BuzzKill]

I'll be there.  I'll probably only have a couple small electrical things to do so I will be able to help out where needed.

[YODA MASTER]

Yup! OK! I'm here.

PM for the 10-20 ... aw what the heck! here 'tis. I'll just post a sign out front that tells the bad guys that my neighbor doesn't believe in owning a gun ... break into his place instead. I'm heavily armed!

2633 Camille Drive, Lewisville 75056. Except that I ain't in Lewisville. Carrollton actually, or surrounded by it. In Castle Hills. 3 miles south of the Sam Rayburn/121, south on Josey. 2nd light. Turn right on King Arthur.  if you Google just street address and ZIP, it'll get you here. PM if you need more confusing directions.

Yoda

[jimnvalk]

is oil and filter change to trivial, or i can just come for the fellowship?  PM sent for address

I think we can easily accomodate an oil change, but I think you should be prepared to haul away the old oil.  I don't think it's fair to expect JC to dispose of it.  

I would never expect JC to dispose of it.  It would definiteley go with me.

Jim, no offense meant.  I used your post as a general reminder, not to imply you'd do such a thing.  Most of us wouldn't think of doing that, if we were to think of it.

sorry, no offense taken, after reading what i wrote i could have said it differently.  See you guys there

[Disco]

I'd like to start with brake and clutch fluid drain, replace, and bleed. 

Next up will be check/adjust the SWR on the newly installed GL1800 CB antenna.

Re my coolant leak, to get where we think we need to will require removal of the tank and air box.  Tank is no big deal.  Air box can expand your vocabulary if you haven't done it before.

Wally World will accept up to 5 gallons of used oil per person per day.

[HayHauler]

I just pour mine back into the new oil jugs and take it back to Auto Zone where I buy my light bulbs and other stuff. 

Hay
Jimmyt

[BuzzKill]

Re my coolant leak, to get where we think we need to will require removal of the tank and air box.  Tank is no big deal.  Air box can expand your vocabulary if you haven't done it before.

Not sure how much you have done for your leak, but when we were in SD, we found a bit of coolant on the left side of the engine block about halfway toward the middle.  We cranked on the hoses, one of them was a bit difficult to get to.  Didnt have any more problems.

[Disco]

I'm happy to give all the hose clamps another squeeze and see if there is any more clamping left.  It's possible, but I've already done that once.  I suspect (an)other source(s).

[Big Ed]

Looking forward to all the knowledge transfer...!!!

Is it okay if I bring some cold "cervezas" for the mecanics?

[Stormrider65]

Thanks VP that sounds great, even though it stopped leaking.  And yes it still have fluid in there.  I want to help with anything anyone needs help with.  I have been talking with a member out of OKC named Woodwizard.  He would like to come down to meet everyone.  I told him to come on down. I gave him directions there and told him to go on our board to make sure he gets there.  I also have some I/S trunk side rails I need help with attaching on the trunk.   I was never any good at getting those things straight.   Looking forward to seeing everyone.  JC, I can help with disposal of bodies who are stupid enough to "visit unannounced"


Walt

[BnB Tom]

Tsk Tsk.  I'm working that Saturday. 

Good for all because if I were there to help you'd have to RE-DO everything 

[jimnvalk]

well it looks like i will be staying home and changing the oil, i have to get some things done next weekend so I can lead the ride to Rumps BBQ on the 28th.  Go to East Texas Motorcycle Riders forum and check out the ride.  Its going to be a good one

[lucky_1_chris]

Ill be there. Looking forward to it.

[Timbo]

I look forward to seeing crashing the party  .  I was hoping to do a few small tasks, but the parts will not arrive in time.

[Valkpilot]

I look forward to seeing crashing the party  .  I was hoping to do a few small tasks, but the parts will not arrive in time.

What parts, Tim.?  Might could be some of us have them laying around.

[RainMaker]

I'm going to try and install the new brake lines.

[Timbo]

I look forward to seeing crashing the party  .  I was hoping to do a few small tasks, but the parts will not arrive in time.

What parts, Tim.?  Might could be some of us have them laying around.

Thanks for the thought VP....I have ordered a power outlet for my phone and a FEW LED accent lights, but they are (of course) all on back order.     Nothing I can't live without, but I was hoping that if I pull the tank, I could get all that done at once.  .....So next time      I'll still enjoy distracting everyone ....and hiding a few tools   

[macdoesit]

Thanks VP that sounds great, even though it stopped leaking.  And yes it still have fluid in there.  I want to help with anything anyone needs help with.  I have been talking with a member out of OKC named Woodwizard.  He would like to come down to meet everyone.  I told him to come on down. I gave him directions there and told him to go on our board to make sure he gets there.  I also have some I/S trunk side rails I need help with attaching on the trunk.   I was never any good at getting those things straight.   Looking forward to seeing everyone.  JC, I can help with disposal of bodies who are stupid enough to "visit unannounced"


Walt

Hi, Walt
Finally let me into Tx, chapter.
Would like to come meet everyone don't know yet if I can make it. Never been to a wrench party, do I need to bring anything? If able to come will leave OKC.
6 am. don't need anything done to my I/S but would be glad to help out. Looking forward to meeting all, I hope I can make it.

[Valkpilot]

Is it okay if I bring some cold "cervezas" for the mecanics?

Who could resist such an offer?!?

[Valkpilot]

Hi, Walt
Finally let me into Tx, chapter.
Would like to come meet everyone don't know yet if I can make it. Never been to a wrench party, do I need to bring anything? If able to come will leave OKC.
6 am. don't need anything done to my I/S but would be glad to help out. Looking forward to meeting all, I hope I can make it.

The more, the merrier, WoodWizard.  No need to bring anything unless it's specific to what you want to work on.

[Valkpilot]

OK, so the prime suspects are


WDAN: Headlight relay and Back-Off module installed (1 to 1.5 hours)

DISCO: Brake and clutch fluid change (0.5 hours)  SWR optimization of CB & antenna combo (0.5 hours unless tank has to be pulled, then 1 to 1.5 hours)

RAINMAKER: Change brake lines (2 to 3 hours)

STORMRIDER: Confirm no rear-drive leak and check for in-fact presence of drive fluid inside the drive.  Install trunk rails (unknown effort and duration)

THAGANDY: Minor electrical things.  Head nurse. (He looks GREAT in starched white.)

WOODWIZARD: Available hands

LUCKY-1-CHRIS: Available hands

BIG ED: Available hands

TIMBO: Available hands unless his farkles arrive, then some minor install work. In charge of hiding tools.

VALKPILOT: Brake and clutch fluid change (0.5 hours)

YODA MASTER: He's got a rolling chassis with an engine in it. Some assembly required.  All available hands, all the time.

[BuzzKill]

"Head Nurse"?  This is gonna be good....

[Baron]

I don't plan on doing anything to my bike but I may stop by to lend a hand.

[Stormrider65]

I also need help with installation on my trunk side rails too.

Walt

[Valkpilot]

I also need help with installation on my trunk side rails too.

Walt

Righto.  Sorry, I fogot.  Correction made.

[lucky_1_chris]

OK, so the prime suspects are


WDAN: Headlight relay and Back-Off module installed (1 to 1.5 hours)

DISCO: Brake and clutch fluid change (0.5 hours)  SWR optimization of CB & antenna combo (0.5 hours unless tank has to be pulled, then 1 to 1.5 hours)

RAINMAKER: Change brake lines (2 to 3 hours)

STORMRIDER: Confirm no rear-drive leak and check for in-fact presence of drive fluid inside the drive.  Install trunk rails (unknown effort and duration)

THAGANDY: Minor electrical things.  Head nurse. (He looks GREAT in starched white.)

WOODWIZARD: Available hands

LUCKY-1-CHRIS: Available hands

BIG ED: Available hands

TIMBO: Available hands unless his farkles arrive, then some minor install work. In charge of hiding tools.

VALKPILOT: Brake and clutch fluid change (0.5 hours)

YODA MASTER: He's got a rolling chassis with an engine in it. Some assembly required.  All available hands, all the time.

Regarding JC's bike, is it just wheels, frame and engine right now? I missed (or forgot) a post about a crash...

Wiring harness gone? Rear brake pedal, MC, and line gone? Clutch line? Is the belly tank still installed? I remember there being quite a bit of aftermarket wiring on that bike, will it need to be re-done from scratch?  This might take a minute or two...   How early do y'all wanna get started on it?

[Disco]

Not to worry, Chris, there was no crash and you didn't forget anything.  JC's primary bike is fine and fully intact.  Some months ago he quietly joined the >1 Valkyrie club and has been working on a frame-up cosmetic restoration.

[lucky_1_chris]

Not to worry, Chris, there was no crash and you didn't forget anything.  JC's primary bike is fine and fully intact.  Some months ago he quietly joined the >1 Valkyrie club and has been working on a frame-up cosmetic restoration.

I savvy. Looking forward to seeing you guys tomorrow morning.

[Stormrider65]

Just talked to Woodwizard.  He has grandkids coming this weekend and won't be able to make it.

Walt

[Big Ed]

I'll bring the Miller Lites...!!!

[HayHauler]

HayHauler in da house at 9:45 pm.  I had a great time and an even better ride!

I would like to thank JC for hosting the party AND the awesome lunch. 

Thanks for letting a "Southerner" attend. 

Hay
Jimmyt