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Forum: The Garage 05-12-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 721
Posted By DirtyOldMan
you can move the hinges on the jamb and doors....

you can move the hinges on the jamb and doors. Little here, little there.
The doors may not be warped, you may have what carpenters call "crosslegged jambs" if both side jambs are not in the same...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-01-2013, 06:41 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,191
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I 40 in central Arkansas, about 1974. A U Haul...

I 40 in central Arkansas, about 1974. A U Haul trailer came loose from a car and spread what appeared to be an entire households contents along a quarter mile or so of interstate.
Forum: The Garage 04-23-2013, 06:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,147
Posted By DirtyOldMan
That looks fairly stout with the exception of the...

That looks fairly stout with the exception of the lock cylinder . They're advertising it as the " best of its type under $300". They may well be right. A common solution to double doors in a...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 04-23-2013, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 293
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Thanks guys, I'll try the preview, didn't see...

Thanks guys, I'll try the preview, didn't see that when I was looking on their site. It's a small thing really, that could be overcome with a simple road map. The routes I've encountered within the...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 04-22-2013, 06:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 293
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Mapsource topo database question

i guess I have a cave man version (3.02). It came with my old etrex unit purchased 2001ish. I've been using it in a 60csx.

I like being able to see the natl. forests outlined in green, helps me...
Forum: Ride reports 04-16-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 16,284
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Great ride report, thanks. Not sure I'd try it,...

Great ride report, thanks. Not sure I'd try it, too many rules to keep up with. I'd surely piss somebody off.
BTW as to the concealed carry permits, here in my adopted home of Missouri, we honor...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-11-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 8,701
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I'd be honored.

I'd be honored.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-10-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 8,701
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I saw a safety film at work once when a guy set...

I saw a safety film at work once when a guy set himself on fire fueling his bike whilst astride it. I'm generally a devil may care free wheeling kind of guy but this guy's junk looked like one of...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-04-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,649
Posted By DirtyOldMan
:clap Great work. Love this kinda stuff.

:clap Great work. Love this kinda stuff.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-12-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 18,637
Posted By DirtyOldMan
"Nose picker" gloves.:rofl Now that's funny...

"Nose picker" gloves.:rofl
Now that's funny right there.
Forum: Equipment 03-12-2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 923
Posted By DirtyOldMan
This works amazingly well.

This works amazingly well.
Forum: Equipment 03-06-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,146
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Just ordered from motostrano. Entered code...

Just ordered from motostrano. Entered code "advrider" and it peeled off 10 percent slick as can be.
Forum: Thumpers 03-05-2013, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I got these at Back road moto. I copied what some...

I got these at Back road moto. I copied what some guys over at Cafe Husky were doing.
They have a cool build thread going called Terraformers. I'd link it if I knew how on this tablet.
Forum: Thumpers 03-05-2013, 05:38 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
What is this "Cycle World" of which you speak? ...

What is this "Cycle World" of which you speak?

My racks

http://sjackson.smugmug.com/Other/650-Terra/i-pjjt9Jj/0/L/IMAG0141-L.jpg
...
Forum: Vendors 03-05-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 45,860
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Just ordered some wolfman bags, nice discount,...

Just ordered some wolfman bags, nice discount, thanks.
More than paid for the shipping cost and then the whole no sales tax thang:clap
I'll be back.
Forum: Equipment 03-05-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,146
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Thankee, I'll check em out.

Thankee, I'll check em out.
Forum: Equipment 03-05-2013, 09:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 806
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I've had the 10's and now the 12's. Fabulous...

I've had the 10's and now the 12's. Fabulous boots both.
The 10's lasted a good 6 or 7 years with hard use.
I've had the 12's abot a year now and love them. They run a bit small imo. If you have a...
Forum: Equipment 03-05-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,146
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Wolfman bags, ADV discount?

I've welded up my racks for the Terra, and am ready to pull the trigger on some wolfman exp.dry bags.
I stumbled through the vendor section looking for anybody offering a discount, no joy.
Can...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 02-09-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 4,135
Views: 222,204
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Bet you could get some serious "air" running off...

Bet you could get some serious "air" running off the roof of that thing.:rofl

Damn! That's a handsome motorcycle!
Forum: Thumpers 02-04-2013, 05:45 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
91 is about the best you can get around here....

91 is about the best you can get around here. I've had no issues yet.
I just put premium in all my bikes and go. I figure the best I can get is the best I can do.
Forum: Thumpers 02-04-2013, 05:08 AM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Skinny seat? Jeez! How wide is your ass?

Skinny seat? Jeez! How wide is your ass?
Forum: Thumpers 02-03-2013, 08:06 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
No shit! This thread could now suck-start a...

No shit!
This thread could now suck-start a Harley.

In an attempt.to change direction, I could only get 2.4 gals in the tank with 140 miles on the trip meter last fillup. I think that's 58 mpg....
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-26-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,187
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I'm your age and have no idea what kinda bike to...

I'm your age and have no idea what kinda bike to suggest but you simply must quit with the "last bike" nonsense.
Forum: Thumpers 01-21-2013, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Paid $6950 otd for mine . Donnells in...

Paid $6950 otd for mine . Donnells in Independence MO.
No extra bs fees and charges. Actually $50 less than what I was quoted the first time I asked .Good dealer. I recommend.
Forum: Thumpers 01-16-2013, 08:17 AM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Your area of the world is just custom made for...

Your area of the world is just custom made for this bike. I'm jealous and will have mine down there every chance I get. Hope to see ya out on the dusty trail.:clap
Forum: Thumpers 01-13-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Yeah, its tight as a tick under there. I got mine...

Yeah, its tight as a tick under there. I got mine routed out finally but I did pass it over a frame member. Zip tied it in place where the seat won't mash it.
I'm thinking of using mine for a phone...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 12-28-2012, 06:19 PM
Replies: 2,003
Views: 908,122
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Carbon fiber guitar - Pete Townsend proof.:clap

Carbon fiber guitar - Pete Townsend proof.:clap
Forum: Thumpers 12-22-2012, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
The guys from OK ^, speak much truth. They've...

The guys from OK ^, speak much truth. They've described the bike much better than I could have.
Particularly,
the seat, freakishly good for a stock seat
the lack of need of a 6th gear, in stock...
Forum: Thumpers 12-21-2012, 07:55 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Good for ya! Kenny told me a guy from OK had been...

Good for ya! Kenny told me a guy from OK had been all over the demo the day before I bought mine. Donnells is a great dealership, this is my 5th bike from there.
I'll be heading down to NW Arkansas...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-13-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,696
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I've had three dirt bike concussions in the last...

I've had three dirt bike concussions in the last half dozen years, I'm kinda interested.
The first one was pretty bad, didn't know if I was Joe Louis or St. Louis for a good hour and a half.
Each...
Forum: Thumpers 12-09-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 548
Posted By DirtyOldMan
I did exactly what you are trying to do except...

I did exactly what you are trying to do except mine was an 04 250sx. Changed to the Y3k stator and flywheel, set up brake lights and headlights got it all street legal, and then finally sold it. I...
Forum: Thumpers 12-09-2012, 04:47 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
That was me, I just sold my v strom after 7 years...

That was me, I just sold my v strom after 7 years and it had the brightest headlight of any bike I've ever ridden.
I'd say the Terra's light is every bit of 90% as bright as the strom,...
Forum: Thumpers 12-09-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Thanks BD, for getting this plug thingy sorted...

Thanks BD, for getting this plug thingy sorted out.
If I have the issues you mention I'll put one on.
The ambient temp discrepancy doesn't bother me but I'm curious if it will make the "freezing...
Forum: Thumpers 11-27-2012, 06:04 AM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
RE toolkit

Looks like T50 is the largest torx bolt on the machine.
My little combo set only goes to 40 so I ordered some L shaped ones from McMaster Carr for the onboard toolkit.
Don't know my torx sizes...
Forum: Thumpers 11-21-2012, 12:07 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
HP might go up a bit after break in. No matter,...

HP might go up a bit after break in. No matter, its plenty enough for an old fat man as it is.

On another note, I got to ride it at night finally and can report that the headlight is plenty...
Forum: Thumpers 11-19-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Donnell's in Independence has one, course you'd...

Donnell's in Independence has one, course you'd have to do 8 hours of "Interstate Hell" to get there.
Forum: Thumpers 11-17-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Also started putting together a tool kit. ...

Also started putting together a tool kit.
http://sjackson.smugmug.com/Other/650-Terra/i-WbspND3/0/L/IMAG0664-L.jpg

Checked a bunch of the fasteners used, here's what I found,
24mm gets the oil...
Forum: Thumpers 11-17-2012, 07:32 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Made a wind screen today. I found this. ...

Made a wind screen today.
I found this.

http://sjackson.smugmug.com/Other/650-Terra/i-ZWfnzjr/0/L/IMAG0660-L.jpg

Looks like it will fit
...
Forum: Thumpers 11-16-2012, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Thanks BD, that's a handy pc. of info to have....

Thanks BD, that's a handy pc. of info to have. The owner manual is a bit on the light side.
On the upside, it seems to take 3 less wrenches to do an oil change than what it takes on my LC4.
...
Forum: Thumpers 11-16-2012, 03:13 PM
Replies: 2,810
Views: 408,242
Posted By DirtyOldMan
Anybody changed the oil in one of these yet? ...

Anybody changed the oil in one of these yet?
Drained the crankcase, can't get the oil to pour into the filler, just sits there acting like its overfilled.

Looks like I got a qt and a half out of...
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