skydoc_17 Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 I have just returned from my 4 state, 2400 mile "Maintenance Tour" and I wanted to personally thank Steve DuBois, (Steve D), his lovely wife Michelle, Joe Taylor (Shot) and his lovely wife Deborah, Jay Richards (J Richards) and his lovely girlfriend Patricia and all of the VR.ORG members that showed up for Steve D's little "Maintenance Day". I even had the privilege to work on a 1974 R75 BMW and with the help of Steve D got that piece of "rolling history" running so well we were able to take a ride with the proud owner of her. I also had the honor of greeting a group of World War II Vets as they returned home with the North Carolina Patriot Guard Riders and needless to say, there was not a dry eye in the house when they landed. I was treated to some fine southern style pot roast, one of the best steaks I have ever had, AND some world famous Parker's BBQ! Oh Yea, I actually worked on quite a few bikes in between meals and naps and rides and the occasional cigar! Southern Hospitality is alive and well and I am living proof of that fact. My 87'VR averaged 42MPG, never missed a beat over the 2400 miles, and according to my fancy new GPS unit that Jean got me for my birthday, My top speed was 100.8 MPH as a result of a rather brisk afternoon/evening ride I took with a VR.ORG member that will remain nameless (in case his wife reads this post over his shoulder!) I just wanted to take a moment to thank ALL of the VR.ORG members that responded to my original post of "Willing To Work For Food/Lodging" If I didn't get a chance to visit/work on your bike it was due to weather and time limitations. I saw temps. in the high 70's low 80's while in the south but upon returning to Pa. today, I rode into Duncansville with the temp. at 39 degrees and rain. I had more clothes on my back than I did in my travel bag! Thank you ALL again for giving me the privilege to work on your equipment, and for sharing your homes and hearts with me, I was truly humbled by the gesture. Oh, and on a final note, Jean says THANKS for sending me HOME! Earl and Jean
Squidley Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Cool Beans! I doubt you'll find a better place to be that VR.org good to hear you made it home safe after your whirlwind tour....and I bet I know who you was following at 100 mph
skydoc_17 Posted October 31, 2009 Author Posted October 31, 2009 Hey Squid, My lips are sealed.........and who said I WAS FOLLOWING!! Earl
RandyR Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Sounds like a good trip. I guess you had to make it home before you would have had to follow a snow plow up the road.
skydoc_17 Posted October 31, 2009 Author Posted October 31, 2009 Hey Randy, I wish I could have made it farther down south but to be honest, the last leg of my trip home was on the ragged edge of my tolerance for cold and rain. I do not have heated gear and if it were not for the kindness of Jay Richards and Patricia in Northern Va. allowing me to stay with them for the night and breaking up the final push home, I would have looked like a frozen TV Dinner by the time I got home. As I have gotten older, I have discovered that I enjoy riding in colder, wet weather less and less. I envy you Southern riders for your longer, warmer riding season and I have a whole new respect for our VR.ORG members that live in the upper most Northern states and Canada! Perhaps 2010 will be the year I make it to your "neck of the woods", and I eagerly look forward to spending time in the South again. Earl
cecdoo Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Sounds like a great trip Earl, ya shoulda waited a day, its 70 here this morning. Glad ya had a good ride, Craig
Squeeze Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Not that i'm envy or something like that ... :whistling: Good to hear you Home safe and sound and it really sounds like you had a good Ride and another AdVenture ...
Guest HdHtr Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 (edited) Earl it was great having you down here. Looking forward to you coming down again. Nate is motoring around on that old BMW still smiling, Dale thinks his 83 is running very well and your chair out in the garage is sitting there waiting for you to return!! Odd thing is I don't remember following you ... so it wasn't me!! Edited November 1, 2009 by HdHtr
cecdoo Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Earl it was great having you down here. Looking forward to you coming down again. Nate is motoring around on that old BMW still smiling, Dale thinks his 83 is running very well and your chair out in the garage is sitting there waiting for you to return!! Odd thing is I don't remember following you ... Guess its good you didnt stop at my place, I dont have a lazy boy in the garage:doh: Craig
Jrichard Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Yo Earl----thanks fer doing the layover in {the land of the Messiah and all his holy and wise men across the Potomac??????????] d.c.[district of criminals]----we enjoyed the visit and entertainment-------let us know when we can set-up the trip up into your area---[to do the State College] creamery run!!--:usa: PS did ya find where SteveD's horde of gold and:mo money::mo money: Jrichard
Guest HdHtr Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 :usa: PS did ya find where SteveD's horde of gold and:mo money::mo money: Jrichard Now Jrichard yous knows that I am just a poor retired guy trying to get by in these hard times ... I was wonder why Earl had that metal detector ... ahh, gotta go check something here ...
painterman67 Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 glad you got home safe and had a good time on your trip. Wish I would have known that you were that close to me I would have ridden up and met you. Either at shot's or steved's .I need to get up with steved anyways on an offer he meade me to help me with my 91 vr clutch. David
Guest HdHtr Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 glad you got home safe and had a good time on your trip. Wish I would have known that you were that close to me I would have ridden up and met you. Either at shot's or steved's .I need to get up with steved anyways on an offer he meade me to help me with my 91 vr clutch. David Anytime David.
davepa Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Now I need to stop by your place, (at some random unknown time), and get all the details of your trip. I have been waiting and watching for your post, glad you made the trip safely! Regards Dave
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