First wrench party of the year

Rocketman · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 08:56:02

Who's up for a wrench party in Houston? Jan 8, start time TBD, but probably in the mid-morning timeframe. We'll be back at Phyllis's.
Email or PM me for directions if you need 'em.

I'll be there.

Mark

roboto65 · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 10:55:11

Gonna try and be there !!

HayHauler · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 11:29:10

I'll be there... need to decide which one of my projects I want to try and tackle while I have experts available...

Hay

Jimmyt

Mr.BubblesVRCCDS0008 · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 11:32:20

Sorry but I'll be working nights again. Looks like I'll just have to work on it all by myself.

Lyn-Del · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 17:07:07

I'll be there!! Gonna have Sloppy Joe's this time.........

Rocketman · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 22:06:39

Quote from: Lyn-Del on Tue 28, Dec 2010, 17:07:07
I'll be there!! Gonna have Sloppy Joe's this time.........

Very good. (on both points)

Lyn-Del · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 22:35:17

So glad you approve!

We're planning on the Sloppy Joes, and we'll have soft drinks and coffee. If it's on the cooler side, we'll have hot chocolate (instant) and hot apple cider (instant). Anything I'm forgetting?

Rocketman · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 23:44:23

Quote from: Lyn-Del on Tue 28, Dec 2010, 22:35:17
Anything I'm forgetting?

Start time?

Red Diamond · Tue 28, Dec 2010, 23:46:41

Is there tire installation at wrench partys?

Lyn-Del · Wed 29, Dec 2010, 07:00:56

Start time - 9ish as usual.

Tire installation? Sorta. We've got a tire place up the road that mounts tires for $15, you bring the tire, and we'll help pull the wheel and take it down there. If it's a rear tire, Wizard will show you how to check and lube the splines, etc.

Super Santa · Thu 30, Dec 2010, 11:42:39

I am planning on being there. Actually hoping to bring my 1984 Honda Magna down and do a carb job on it that Saturday. Always nice to have 'pros' around to help keep me straight.

Got the rebuild kits ordered and on the way.

john · Thu 30, Dec 2010, 18:51:17

ray price birthday concert in caldwell auditorium january eighth ...

i/we'er with walk'in distance ...

one of these days ...

franco6 · Thu 30, Dec 2010, 22:16:22

I haven t missed one yet . not too sure what needs be done on the valk beside the timing belts or a carb synk on the ST or just give a hand $:-\$

roboto65 · Fri 31, Dec 2010, 09:39:15

I am going to be there Yeahhhh anyone need beads.. I need my choke looked at not working right..

wizard -vrccds#125 · Fri 31, Dec 2010, 09:46:08

Allen; choke is simple. Bring and lets get to work !

roboto65 · Fri 31, Dec 2010, 09:53:40

Awesome see ya there Wizard...

wizard -vrccds#125 · Mon 03, Jan 2011, 22:08:43

Looking for a head count so we can get some idea of food needed. So chime in PLEASE !

HayHauler · Tue 04, Jan 2011, 05:59:59

I'll be there and I'm bringing COOKIES!!!

Hay

Jimmyt

roboto65 · Tue 04, Jan 2011, 09:45:38

I will be there with my coldblooded Valk

Oh and beads...

Garfield · Tue 04, Jan 2011, 09:52:06

Sounds like alot of fun, just wish I could be there

Have fun everone

Sparky51 · Tue 04, Jan 2011, 11:27:58

I'm planning on it, BTW, changed my handle to something more creative than SteveP. Maybe an air filter change if it arrrives in time. See Yah!

Super Santa · Tue 04, Jan 2011, 17:40:14

You know I am in for it.

wizard -vrccds#125 · Wed 05, Jan 2011, 19:33:43

bump !

blotar · Wed 05, Jan 2011, 21:30:58

I'm gonna show. I got some extra 90 deg. valve stems and a GYTT! Wow... You know with only 600 or so miles on the Fat Lady I am a little embarrassed to say that she is still intimidating me just a little. I just can't seem to get leaned over very much. All that beef on top of my leg has gotten the better of me. At least I am holding my lines pretty good now. She is so delicate, so soft to the touch. Did I mention how smooth she is?

All I have to do is think that I want to move around on the road and she is moving! I am really in Hog Heaven with this bike. Looks like I'll be riding solo, though??

I don't think Dian is into a bunch of wrenching and stuff. Anyway since I haven't gotten used to this Metzler, the Darkside should be just a little blip on the learning curve. I can't wait.

HayHauler · Wed 05, Jan 2011, 22:01:32

Quote from: blotar on Wed 05, Jan 2011, 21:30:58
I'm gonna show. I got some extra 90 deg. valve stems and a GYTT! Wow... You know with only 600 or so miles on the Fat Lady I am a little embarrassed to say that she is still intimidating me just a little. I just can't seem to get leaned over very much. All that beef on top of my leg has gotten the better of me. At least I am holding my lines pretty good now. She is so delicate, so soft to the touch. Did I mention how smooth she is? All I have to do is think that I want to move around on the road and she is moving! I am really in Hog Heaven with this bike. Looks like I'll be riding solo, though?? I don't think Dian is into a bunch of wrenching and stuff. Anyway since I haven't gotten used to this Metzler, the Darkside should be just a little blip on the learning curve. I can't wait.

Sorry blotar, I sent the PM before I read this message...

See ya there Saturday,
Hay

Jimmyt

hotglue #43 · Wed 05, Jan 2011, 22:59:16

RATS..... promised to help one of my son's friends....my 2nd son really..... to help him install a new front door on his home......Y'all have FUN!!!!!!!

roboto65 · Thu 06, Jan 2011, 05:02:40

Hey Hotglue ya gonna be around at sometime that Saturday need to come by and pick up the hitch... Maybe after just let me know. Thanks ..

hotglue #43 · Thu 06, Jan 2011, 09:28:47

Allen
I'll put the hitch on the patio..... incase I'm not here..

Rocketman · Thu 06, Jan 2011, 13:23:39

Quote from: hotglue #43 on Thu 06, Jan 2011, 09:28:47
Allen
I'll put the hitch on the patio..... incase I'm not here..

What kind of hitch is that? How much will it bring on ebay?
(:

Hoghead · Thu 06, Jan 2011, 21:35:58

I will be there. Going to Galveston tomorrow so I won't have far to go Sat. morning.

roboto65 · Thu 06, Jan 2011, 22:55:22

QuoteWhat kind of hitch is that? How much will it bring on ebay?

Thats a special hitch there has the best welds in the world hate to say it but the Valk will break before them...
Thanks Hotglue

HayHauler · Fri 07, Jan 2011, 23:05:46

The COOKIES are ready!! See y'all around 9 in the morning.

Hay

Jimmyt

roboto65 · Sat 08, Jan 2011, 07:02:07

Heading out the door got the beads see ya soon !!!

Sparky51 · Sat 08, Jan 2011, 18:37:00

Big THANK YOU! to our hosts! Always a great time and great to meet a few new friends! Welcome and come back oftern. And once again, my compliments to the chefs!

rogerthat · Sat 08, Jan 2011, 19:04:06

I second Sparky51. Good stuff. Learned a lot and great to get to know the experienced (and well-equipped) members. Look forward to more.

Lyn-Del · Sat 08, Jan 2011, 20:52:10

Once again, it was a day full of good friends, good bikes, and blessed with good weather. We had around 11 show up, got some repair work done, lots of good converation. New friends, old friends, just what it takes for a perfect day. Even my sloppy joes went over well!
Folks stayed till 6:30 p.m. We got the bikes put up, the "groceries" put up, dishes soaking in the sink, etc., by 7:30.

I can't wait till we do it again!!

blotar · Sat 08, Jan 2011, 21:32:17

Lyn-Del you and Wizard are the greatest! I had the best time ever. Thanks to everyone there that made sure nobody was left out. New or Old everyone was taken at face value and there didn't seem to be any agendas. Except one maybe. I found out that I may have met my match (or my better) with Rogerthat on economics and economic history. He seems to be very smart and knows his history. I am not that smart, but I do like to learn about the history of money. I had a great time. AND I WENT TO THE DARKSIDE! Wow, things got a little squirly when I got to the end of the driveway and I had no back brakes. (you know we spread the pads to reinstall) Ok, as soon as the brakes were not there I knew why... Later the real fun began. With the darkside tire you have to 'encourage' the bike off of top dead center, ok... Four of us left together, single file and I was third in line. we were on very small county roads and the surface was smooth and dry. (my tire is brand new GoodYear Triple Tred). In the second intersection I 'encouraged' my Valk over for the turn and applied throttle and SQUIRT, the back tire slipped out a bit. I said "uh oh, what was that", now I am leery of it. So all the way home I don't know how much 'encouragement' is needed in these kinds of turns. It's all good... I will get it down. I took one look at Wizards floor boards and I know that a properly scrubbed in car tire can swing as low as any MC Tire. When is the next Wrench Party? I'll bring the cookies next time!
Blotar

Hoghead · Sat 08, Jan 2011, 21:58:20

Thank you Wizard and Lyn Del for hosting a great party and to everyone there I really enjoyed meeting you and hope to see you again. Even if I don't remember your name.

If any of you are up around Kilgore please stop by. Matt

Rocketman · Sat 08, Jan 2011, 22:26:17

Sorry I had to bail early. Priorities, and all that. The little one is feeling better, and so is Momma. So, a successful day on my end, too.

Hoghead:
Was that you I saw on your way in? I guess Phyllis's place couldn't handle two blue/silvers there at once, so I had to leave JUST before you arrived.

Mark

RainMaker · Sun 09, Jan 2011, 00:01:44

Quote from: blotar on Sat 08, Jan 2011, 21:32:17
Lyn-Del you and Wizard are the greatest! I had the best time ever. Thanks to everyone there that made sure nobody was left out. New or Old everyone was taken at face value and there didn't seem to be any agendas. Except one maybe. I found out that I may have met my match (or my better) with Rogerthat on economics and economic history. He seems to be very smart and knows his history. I am not that smart, but I do like to learn about the history of money. I had a great time. AND I WENT TO THE DARKSIDE! Wow, things got a little squirly when I got to the end of the driveway and I had no back brakes. (you know we spread the pads to reinstall) Ok, as soon as the brakes were not there I knew why... Later the real fun began. With the darkside tire you have to 'encourage' the bike off of top dead center, ok... Four of us left together, single file and I was third in line. we were on very small county roads and the surface was smooth and dry. (my tire is brand new GoodYear Triple Tred). In the second intersection I 'encouraged' my Valk over for the turn and applied throttle and SQUIRT, the back tire slipped out a bit. I said "uh oh, what was that", now I am leery of it. So all the way home I don't know how much 'encouragement' is needed in these kinds of turns. It's all good... I will get it down. I took one look at Wizards floor boards and I know that a properly scrubbed in car tire can swing as low as any MC Tire. When is the next Wrench Party? I'll bring the cookies next time!
Blotar

I've slipped the back tire out with both motorcycle and car tires on the Valk if I goosed it a bit on an intersection turn. In first and second, that flat 6 has a ton of torque. But it's probably just a matter of scrubbing the tire in a bit plus getting used to the car tire. Give it a few hundred miles and you'll be throwing sparks like the rest of us.

Welcome to the Darkside!

RainMaker

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