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Found this on ebay.........looks like a part donor to me, read the description at the bottom makes it sound better than it looks..........It is located in Birmingham, Al....... Yamaha : Venture : eBay Motors (item 330427875054 end time May-03-10 13:30:08 PDT)
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Very good news, but better behave yourself......................
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Its the other way around if you get my drift...............:bang head:
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When they installed my ACR they said it was the only one and not to tell anyone..................."they":confused24: cant be trusted......
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Just got back from Charlene's second follow up for her spine surgery, which went very well, she is healing up fine, back pain is gone, at the same office we had an appointment with another surgeon to look at her hip and knee, she will be having her right hip replaced sometime in May, which is just around the corner, she is releived that we are moving on a lot quicker than we expected. I think if it were me I would have contacted Dr. "K" by now....but she has put up with more than I ever could, then if she still needs it the knee will be replaced next. Charlene spoke to the Dr. office today and the date is set for May 19, so in a little over 2 1/2 weeks back to the hospital. Like I have said before, this is her rebuilding year...........
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Even got this transplanted coon-ass a couple of times.....................:bang head:
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Hey Yammer, I know what the problem is with you and 1st Gens...........you are allergic to them, none of them are worth a hoot once you get a hold of them.................:rotfl::rotfl:
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You have done it now.............you just joined the most outstanding group of people you will ever want to meet...........it will become an addiction..........just ask anyone...........and there is a 12 step plan for this addiction........ Enjoy your ride and explore this site, you will be amazed at the wealth of info you will find, and the people are pretty kewl too.
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You know what they say about opinions..............
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WHY???? You get twice the bike at 2/3 the price when you by Venture............:stickpoke:
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I may be 60, but aint time for me to get an overhaul yet, I still feel like I'm in my 40"s, or younger, I dont think I felt this good at 40...... Right now I have fewer aches and pains than I did then and my health is much better, I think I owe it all to moving out of that humid New Orleans climate to a drier one in Atlanta. Whatever she can dish out after her complete overhaul, I should be able to match her..................:banana:
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Bill anytime you feel like coming to Ga, the Dragon cave is roomy and you and Linda are more than welcome. We can get some good riding in around here the mtns arent that far away, Its a good thing Vogel not happening year, this is Charlenes rebuilding year, she had her 2 back surgeries, next comes the hip or the knee,whichever they do first the other will follow. She is really down with the hip and knee right now, in fact we go to see both surgeons next week.............. But your always welcome here, would love to have you guys come down and visit. Just say the word.
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I havent seen any posts from my buddy Bill "Snarly Bill" Predock lately, has anyone talked to him or seen him lately, not like Ole Snarly to be so quiet.............:think:
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genII backrest on a GenI
DragonRider replied to vic venture's topic in Venture and Venture Royale Tech Talk ('83 - '93)
You guys trade backrest............:rotfl::rotfl:Seriously!!!!!! -
Once again Prayers needed for a close friend
DragonRider replied to saddlebum's topic in Watering Hole
Prayers going up for him and his family. I hope he isnt suffering, not only bad for him but really tough on the family, hopefully the Doc's are keeping him comfortable, maybe thats why he is out of it most of the time............... -
With all the bikes you have there, you ought to be able to build one good rat rod............who needs plastic!!!!!!!!!!
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Good luck with the 2nd interview...................
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Same subject.......................Leave it parked in gear.
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Glad it all worked out for ya.............I know you are still ticked about the condition of your bike, but the owner did the right thing.
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Before I got the Venture I had a very nice 83 Seca Touring Edition, hard bag, faring and rear box. I took it in to have a shifter seal replaced that was leaking, the paint was original, it had some wear and tear on it but I would have rated it at 8.5 on scale of 10. Jamie and I went to pick it up and when I got to the service desk, the first thing out of their mouth was, we had a little accident with your bike. I was expecting the worst, went back to look at it and it wasnt all that bad, the glass cover over the headlight was gone and it had a small ding in the front fender that didnt break the paint, they said they would take care of the damages and zero out my bill. They looked up the parts needed and guess what, they couldnt get them. I told them not to worry, I would take care of the repairs and get back to them. I had a piece of plexi at home so I cut it to size and fitted it in the fairing, took all of about 1 hr to do......as for the fender they said they would pair for the repair or give me 50% of the cost of a new fender. I ended up getting a check from them for $173.00 to cover the fender and the glass, and I feel like I ripped them off. I didnt repair the fender because it just wasnt that bad, but they felt bad about it. It actually didnt cost me a cent to fix it, so I got my seal replaced and got a nice little check in return. They are very careful with my bikes now, they know they got away easy on the first one........wont be so lucky if they do it again. [ATTACH]44295[/ATTACH]
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Plantation, Florida: Last week police were called to investigate an attempted armed robbery: The 71-year-old retired Marine who opened fire on two robbers at a Plantation, Florida, Subway shop late Wednesday, killing one and critically wounding the other, is described as John Lovell, a former helicopter pilot for two presidents. He doesn't drink, he doesn't smoke, and he works out every day. Mr. Lovell was a man of action Wednesday night. According to Plantation police, two masked gunmen came into the Subway at 1949 N. Pine Rd. just after 11 p.m. There was a lone diner, Mr. Lovell, who was finishing his meal. After robbing the cashier, the two men attempted to shove Mr. Lovell into a bathroom and rob him as well. They got his money, but then Mr. Lovell pulled his handgun and opened fire. He shot one of the thieves in the head and chest and the other in the head. When police arrived, they found one of the men in the shop, K-9 Units found the other in the bushes of a nearby business. They also found cash strewn around the front of the sandwich shop according to Detective Robert Rettig of the Plantation Police Department.. Both men were taken to the Broward General Medical Center , where one, Donicio Arrindell, 22, of North Lauderdale died. The other, 21-year-old Frederick Gadson of Fort Lauderdale is in critical but stable condition. A longtime friend of Lovell was not surprised to hear what happened. The friend said, ''He'd give you the shirt off his back, but he'd be mad as hell if someone tried to take the shirt off his back.'' Mr. Lovell was a pilot in the Marine Corps, flying former Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. He later worked as a pilot for Pan Am and Delta Airlines. He is not expected to be charged authorities said. ''He was in fear for his life,'' Detective Rettig said, "These criminals ought to realize that most men in their 70's have military backgrounds and aren't intimidated by idiots." Something tells me this old Marine wasn't 'in fear for his life', even though his life was definitely at risk. The only thing he could be charged with is participating in an unfair fight. One 71- year young Marine against two punks. Two head shots and one center body mass shot... Outstanding shooting! That'll teach them not to get between a Marine and his meal. Florida law allows eligible citizens to carry a concealed weapon. Don't you just love a story with a happy ending?
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I know how proud you guys are of Jason, he is a fine young man, and I feel very lucky to have met him and ridden with him on a few occasions. Charlene and I will keep him and all our service personel in our prayers for a safe return. Oh, by the way, can you tell us what he was flying over, was it a big bird or little birdie......???
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Received your payment, and waiting to meet so we can share that beer. Did your cord arrive yet? Looking forward to meeting some day.
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Darker than the Dark side?
DragonRider replied to MikesBike's topic in Venture and Venture Royale Tech Talk ('83 - '93)
That was YamaCarl, he is from S. La. I dont believe he is a supporting member anymore, but I might have is address here on an old Vogel registration, if you want to contact him, It was a neat seutp, he fabricated it himself. Ok, his name is Carl Guidry, he lives in Brusly, La, just across the river from Baton Rouge, La. and his phone number is on the VR asst. list. -
Southeast Regional Maintenance Day - April 10th, 2010
DragonRider replied to Blackjack's topic in Watering Hole
I am hoping to be there, but Charlene is having some issues, so I will have to play it by ear. I really do need to get my carbs synced.