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  1. Owen
    Hopnel... clicky
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    Had some time today to start the project. Everything torn down and starting to install the parts... PHOTOS http://gallery.me.com/k1oj/100179/IMG_2008/web.jpg?ver=12960808990001 http://gallery.me.com/k1oj/100179/IMG_2007/web.jpg?ver=12960808910001
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    New seating position for a second passenger! http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/168297_1818545466936_1339132101_31975998_2840702_n.jpg
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    The ground plane or active counterpoise will not effect your am/fm. Any ground plane needs to be some multiple of 1/4 wave length to be of any use. That would be about 108 inches for cb. The best antennas for cb on a bike are half wave loaded in the center. That is the ones with the coil in the center. Those use the lower half of the antenna as the ground plane. My intention is to supply a better ground plane for the ham stuff. That would be 19 inches for 2 meters and about 9 1/2 inches for 440 mhz.
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    Switching from Windoz to OSX is not usually a problem for most people. The folks that are heavy duty access users or work heavily with servers seem to have the most difficulties. I ventured from Windoz to linux to mac. I have been very happy with mac even with my highly technical electronic and medical processing needs. I have not had a PC for more than 8 years. We can certainly help with any questions you may have. Spend an hour or so on apple's web site looking at their videos on using your new iMac. Enjoy!
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    I will use copper plate under the trunk electrically connected to the metal frame.
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    I have been using bluetooth headsets for operation of my Yeasu ham radio for about a year. It worked very well but I could not use the same headset with all of the onboard electronics. If I was going to need intercom and CB, I had to switch to a wired system. I got tired of changing headsets on my helmet and decided to integrate all the electronics into one system. Since this upgrade is fairly extensive and will require a lot of disassembly of the bike, I decided to complete a couple other upgrades at the same time. Here are the planned upgrades: 1. Upgrade/replace antennas for CB and Ham Radio 2. Install antenna ground plane to improve antenna operation 3. Install interface for GPS with bluetooth phone and Ham Radio into existing audio system 4. Install fuse block to clean up electrical connections 5. Install LEDs on front half of bike to compliment rear half lighting 6. Install auxiliary LED turn signals for visibility from the sides and off angle I have been collecting the required items for some time. Here is a photo of the interface from Kennedy Technology Group, Inc. http://gallery.me.com/k1oj/100179/IMG_1983/web.jpg?ver=12959141270001/ The antennas and ground plane are out in the garage. I have about 2 weeks to complete this project before I need to use the radio. I will attempt to document this process as I progress.
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    Let me just say... In Air Force boot camp they teach you to march. left, right, left, right.... In the others they teach you to march, this one, that one, this one, that one... I'm just sayin'
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    Ata boy Walt! Glad you made it! Now thaw out and get ready for a run south to Thom's!
  11. Owen
    Simple... if all threads were visible, no on would complain, if only 14 were visible, everyone would complain, with 15 visible only you will complain... I'm just sayin'... :rotf::rotf:
  12. Owen
    I run a similar set up. These are Yamaha branded and made for the roadstars... http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0295.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_0299.jpg
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    I second Keith's comment. I have ordered several things and they arrived in about 3 weeks. Never had a problem...
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    What??? Yep, I like 'em LOUD!
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    PowerPack

    Owen replied to bmxndad's topic in Watering Hole

    Sleep machine??? Cpap??? what are the power requirements? What does it say on the label? This information would be helpful.
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    The antenna with the black center piece is the CB antenna. It should be mounted on your left. They have been mixed up by the dealers on occasion. If it is broken, throw it away. Find a replacement or look into the Marshal Mod.....
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    What'dya get?

    Owen replied to Monty's topic in Watering Hole

    We did the same thing... trains hauling coal out of the Spec Mines in Virginia. It was a different world then...
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    E-Reader

    Owen replied to Yammer Dan's topic in Watering Hole

    Well... so is he! :rotf:
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    computer ?

    Owen replied to star4772's topic in Watering Hole

    Loading MAC OSX on a non-Apple product can be done. Macs are running Intel processors now so the OS is compatible with the cpu. Do a search for 'hackintosh'. You will find many links to accomplishing what you are trying to do. Especially note the computers that have been hacked to operate OSX properly. There are several sites that will give you a list of compatible computers and a break down of the procedure.
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    Brad, check out these guys. They are in pasadena on Red Bluff. http://www.houstoncyclesalvage.net/
  21. Owen
    Welcome to the group! There are several of us in the Houston area. I would love to get together for a ride and some chat. I live in NW Houston.
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    AC units in Ohio?? You're kidding right?? :rotf:
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    Be Visible

    Owen replied to Owen's topic in Safety and Education

    They have several different patterns... eagles, flags, lightning bolts, etc. The material is made by 3M so it should be pretty good.
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    I firmly believe that being visible to other drivers is a matter of survival. I ride at night. I ride in the rain. I even find myself riding at night in the rain. Being visible during these conditions can be greatly improved with little effort or expense. I wear a TourMaster riding jacket that has reflective piping in various areas. You really don't notice it unless a light shines on it. But my helmet, Scorpion EXO 900, has no reflective parts. I decided to correct this design oversight. I purchased a helmet reflective decal set from Applied Graphics, http://www.reflectivedecals.com/arai1a.htm , and applied them to the helmet. They have several different patterns and colors. I bought the black checkered set. The cost was about $30. The application was simple. They say if it is applied correctly, it should last for years. We will see. The reflective properties are excellent as you can see in the photos below. I highly recommend adding some extra reflective material to your riding gear and the Applied Graphics company gets my two thumbs up. :happy34: http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1760.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1759.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1761.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1762.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1768.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1770.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1767.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1765.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1769.jpg http://i521.photobucket.com/albums/w337/Owen064/IMG_1772.jpg
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    Lonna! Happy Birthday Margaret n Owen
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