Ho Ho Hopeless

[mainstream01]

It's hard to see your best buddy lying there with his guts hanging out. But it's a comforting fact to know that he will return.. Stronger, and faster with a more robust heart and quicker wit..

 

[BWG56]

Been there with the ESC, is that a RIP? Looks like it will be rough on your azz without a rear fender new paint also? Take your time, its a good project

 

[mainstream01]

Yes.. it's the RIP kit..There's not alot left from the original bike I bought a few months ago. ED'S working on my tins... And I can't wait to see what they look like..

 

[BWG56]

That will make it a whole new bike, make sure ya post some pics of the paint when ya get them back

 

[Srodden]

It's hard to see your best buddy lying there with his guts hanging out. But it's a comforting fact to know that he will return.. Stronger, and faster with a more robust heart and quicker wit..
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Hey I see the harbor freight jack your using. I definetly get a jack stand up under it when it's up for long periods of time. No offense just a good thing to do.
I installed a PDM on my 05 and tried to enjoy the experience and take time to do a good job. If it's a rip kit you can get support during install too no sweat.

 

[mainstream01]

Yea.. As you can see there's not alot of room in my garage and my pockets aren't that deep enough for a nice table set up.. I don't trust that lift enough to leave it up more than the time i can keep my eyes on it and I RARELY lift it up to any hight more than about 2 Ft. Heavy over hauls and jerking around on the bike while it's on this stand is not advised..

 

[Jwooky]

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I know how you feel.

 

[SKOGDOG]

Yes Tim, it is a troublesome thing to see our Dogs deadlined for mechanical issues. Here's a photo of my K9 minus front cylinder (ex. valve guide failure).
Reminded me of a photo of Miss America nude ---with one of her front teeth missing.....

 

[mainstream01]

LOL..

 

[mainstream01]

It wasn't having any issues... I wanted to put the latest and greatest in it, because I truly believe that this is the last bike I'll ever own or ride.. The last owner was not a mechanic and didn't take care of it like he should've, so for my 40th birthday I decided to rescue this dog and make it even more one off than what the original brand is known for..

 

[mainstream01]

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I know how you feel.

Suddenly I don't feel as bad now..

 

[awg]

Yowzee what a mess!

 

[liferider]

Kind of reminds me of your bike !

 

[Twisted]

For me you don't really own the bike till you tear into it, that's when it really becomes yours!!!

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[Bdm4ever]

Gonna be a very nice bike when it's all said and done Tim. I think most of us have been there, well in my case a time or two, before.
Safe trails and don't forget the pics..

 

[Bdm4ever]

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I know how you feel.

Ouch!!

 

[Trainguy]

OH MY.

 

[FrankBDPS]

Been there done that. I have rebuilt a lot of things but the bike project was the best. Enjoy!

 

[BWG56]