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These type of thieves are also at Malls and major department stores and heck, when it comes right down to it they are everywhere.!!!

Spring is around the corner for sure Randy. Two days ago, I spread 50 Lbs of weed killer and grass fertilizer in the yard. Im ready for some riding myself, but I am still dealing with a back issue. I have never really been a NASCAR fan, but I have watched a few race's now and then.

A couple more pics to enjoy. I sure would hate to move the office desk...

Yep, same here buddy. My wife took one look at them, said uh-ha, not for me. They don't fit her decor either.. I wish I had a detached garage to have my own man cave with a bar area, pool table and where I could display my Coca-Cola collection.

I would like to get one if one is available. I lost mine this summer. I sent an email to you. Thanks Eck

My son just sent me a bunch of pics but I only posted 3 of them for your enjoyment. I thought these were some pretty neat art / stuff made out of old cage parts. If I would of only thought of this when I was younger. I had access to all kinds of cage parts back then..

@Freebird. Oh I plan on having a short ride on it buddy, but it will be with only one 12 volt battery out of my avalanche. I'm not about to go out and purchase two $170 batteries and let it sit in a museum somewhere. I can buy a lot of gas for my wing with those $$. The museum can install fake plastic batteries for show & tell or two old dead batteries with a good cleaning and wax job on them...

I don't have much farther to go on this thing. Today I moved the bike from our so called "formal" dining room to my so called "man cave" / garage. Today I also painted the fake gas tank with two coats of paint including the amp meter / ignition switch plate. Both are drying right now. The remaining things to complete this project are: Once tank is dry (and weather permitting), I will mask it off and paint the lower section of the tank White to agree with the original two tone colors. Then I apply the new original type decal I had made to the fake gas tank on the left side of the tank and then install / wire up the charger plug for the batteries which goes on the right side of tank. Install the amp / ignition plate and wire up the Amp meter and ignition switch. Bolt the tank to frame (one bolt). Install the rebuilt seat And I should be DONE with this project except for buying and hooking up the two batteries. When I am done, my plan is to speak to "WHEELS THROUGH TIME" and "BARBERS MUSEUM" and see if either place would want this thing for display with their other bikes. Here are a few pics starting with what it looked like when I got it, then some rebuild progress and the last pics are from today as to how it looks now.

So sorry to hear this Dennis. I know you spent hours attaching those beautiful pics & memories.. I enjoyed looking at them from time to time too. Sorry! Eck

"WHEN I WAS A WORKING MAN" One time my boss asked me to go to Dallas, TX. I asked him for how long? He said two weeks. 6 1/2 months later, I am being paged to pick up the nearest phone. I answer the phone and behold, it is my boss. All he said was: I need a favor? I said name it. He said: I need you in Long Beach CA., tomorrow morning at this address. I said consider it done. 7/12 months later I get a call from my boss.. He say's: Hey, I remember the name but forgot the face, we need to have a meeting back here in Savannah. I said: ok and he hung up.. Next day I'm in Savannah, in his office. He says I need you in Miami, FL. today, I have a plane waiting for you. I asked: For how long? He said two weeks.. I laughed and of I went. This is how he and I worked for all the years I worked for him. A Great guy, and the BEST boss any man could ever have! Kent Wadley was his name - Gulfstream Aerospace. Kent has since passed.

Tell your boss "this positive"....... “If we don’t make mistakes daily, we aren’t pushing the boundary and challenging the system enough.”

My mother just sent me this one..I just had to share it.. A WOMAN WALKS INTO THE WELFARE OFFICE, TRAILED BY 15 KIDS. 'WOW,' THE SOCIAL WORKER EXCLAIMS, 'ARE THEY ALL YOURS?" 'YEP, THEY ARE ALL MINE,' THE FLUSTERED MOTHER SIGHS, HAVING HEARD THAT QUESTION A THOUSAND TIMES BEFORE. SHE SAYS, 'SIT DOWN BILLY.' ALL THE CHILDREN RUSH TO FIND SEATS. 'WELL,' SAYS THE SOCIAL WORKER, 'THEN YOU MUST BE HERE TO SIGN UP. I'LL NEED ALL YOUR CHILDREN'S NAMES.' ''WELL, TO KEEP IT SIMPLE, THE BOYS ARE ALL NAMED BILLY AND THE GIRLS ARE ALL NAMED BILLIE." IN DISBELIEF, THE CASE WORKER SAYS, 'ARE YOU SERIOUS? THEY'RE ALL NAMED BILLY?' THEIR MOMMA REPLIED, 'WELL, YES - IT MAKES IT EASIER. WHEN IT'S TIME TO GET THEM OUT OF BED AND READY FOR SCHOOL, I YELL, BILLY!' AN' WHEN IT'S TIME FOR DINNER, I JUST YELL BILLY!' AND THEY ALL COME RUNNING. AND IF I NEED TO STOP THE KID WHO'S RUNNING INTO THE STREET, I JUST YELL 'BILLY' AND ALL OF THEM STOP. IT'S THE SMARTEST IDEA I EVER HAD, NAMING THEM ALL BILLY.' THE CASE WORKER THINKS THIS OVER FOR A BIT, THEN WRINKLES HER FOREHEAD AND SAYS TENTATIVELY, 'BUT WHAT IF YOU JUST WANT ONE KID TO COME, AND NOT THE WHOLE BUNCH?' 'THEN I CALL THEM BY THEIR LAST NAMES.'

*Florida**woman stops alligator attack with a small Beretta pistol.* This is a story of self-control and marksmanship by a brave, cool-headed woman with a small pistol against a fierce predator. What is the smallest caliber that you would trust to protect yourself? A Beretta Jetfire testimonial. Here is her story in her own words: "While out walking along the edge of a pond just outside of The Villages with my soon to be ex-husband discussing property settlement and other divorce issues, we were surprised by a huge 12-ft. alligator which suddenly emerged from the murky water, and began charging us with its large jaws wide open. She must have been protecting her nest because she was extremely aggressive. If I had not had my little Beretta Jetfire .25 caliber pistol with me, I would not be here today! Just one shot to my estranged husband's kneecap was all it took. The 'gator got him easily and I was able to escape by just walking away at a brisk pace. It's one of the best pistols in my collection! Plus, the amount I saved in lawyer’s fees was really incredible!

Well at least he has the fire extinguisher right on top in a handy place and ready to use if needed... I couldn't ride anything like that myself, but hey, each to their own.

Been working with molds for years with composites for Aircraft, Rockets and Drones. Know quite a bit about them and the different methods used to make one. Thanks for the reply though. I'm in touch with a guy in CA who just may have an original stock cover.. Waiting to find out now.

Here is to wishing you a very safe journey Bob!!

@Cowpuc, We must be related too...for I have Dupuytrens Contracture. I have heard of and spoke with many who have had the operations to remove it only to find it is very painful and the Dupuytrens Contracture disease comes back. I also find it very strange that your Dr., says in your case the cause has been determined as being hereditary. In all the Google searches I have done about it and after speaking with 4 different Dr's in 3 different states, they all say no one knows exactly where or how one ends up with Dupuytrens. It is unknown in the medical field as to where it comes from or what causes it although approximately 75% of men after reaching 50 years old seem to get it. The most common places to find Dupuytrens can be found in either one or both hands, either one or both feet and on the penis or either or both testicles. I happen to have it on both hands, both feet and one testicle, so I can honestly say I know a little about this subject. My Dupuytrens has always been pain free in all areas that I have it and it doesn't interfere with use of anything. I stretch my fingers in an effort to keep my fingers somewhat straight. A day or so later my fingers are pulling inward, so I stretch them again. A loosing battle I must say, but I have been doing this for 5 plus years now. Please keep me informed as to how your procedure goes and the outcome. I have been contemplating getting mine removed for years now but just have not done it. Best of luck and prayers sent your way. Eck

pistol..............

Not much to see in the Pooler area. I lived about 4 miles south of Pooler for 15 years. At the I-95 & I-16 intersection there is nothing there but an intersection... At the I-95 & 204 intersection are several restaurants, a Harley dealer and several motels. If you stay at the I-95 & 204 intersection you can take Hwy 204 east and hit the Savannah Mall, keep heading east and it turns into the Harry S Truman Pkwy and you can take it until it ends, turn left and you will find River Street which is well known during St. Patrick's day. Check it out here. http://www.visit-historic-savannah.com/river-street.html http://www.savannah.com/savannahs-st-patricks-day-celebration/ If you take the Harry S Truman Pkwy until it ends and turn right (east) you can go out to Tybee Island. http://www.savannah.com/tybee-island/

Not so sure I can make it to Don's MD this year, (going out west), but I hope I can make it up this year. It has been 3 years I think since the last time I was up there (Sorry Freebird). As for changing the wiring, I only have to remove the headlight and move two wires...(an easy fix). Thanks for the info Cowpuc! U-B-DA-MAN

(Quote) I told him I thought he may be mistaken, that "D" was for driving and "P" was for passing. That in the "D" position the lights were all on and they were taking juice from the batteries, in "P" position the lights were all off and all the power was now passed on to the scoots cool little motor - a sort of electrical turbo boost.. You know @cowpuc, you just may be right there buddy. I never thought of or heard of it explained that way before and after thinking about it you just may be right.. Safety would be impacted while passing since lights would go off, but I think you are right on about having the extra voltage / power there.. So,,,,,,,,,, with all joking put aside, is this something you know for a fact there buddy? If so, I will change the wiring to do just that!

Just wondering if anyone here has ever seen a head light switch like this one.. D = Driving P = Parking - (Edit: P= Passing per Cowpuc..I do think he is right on this one)

Once I get it done, I will be doing a complete waxing and cleaning end to end, top to bottom..