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Dirt is good. There is a limited supply and it's very useful. Inflation is really the loss of value of currency in relation to other currency. So, if you think the dollar is going to fall relative to the Euro, put your savings in Euros. Maybe a better choice would be the China Yan. After all, the US is trying to pressure China to let the Yan float to higher value in relation to the US dollar. Much less risk in holding the Yan then dirt, I'm thinking. A lot of risk in Gold right now. It has gone to the point that every major currency was about to be devalued by 50% or more. Joe
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Speed limits are posted for ideal driving conditions. Dark and raining is not ideal conditions. Drivers have the responsibility not to driver faster then conditions allow regardless of the posted limit. Joe
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Sounds like a fun day. I too will keep an eye on the weather and as long as it's not raining, I hope to be there. Joe
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Were you able to get a little time off work? Joe
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dray, why not just post it up in the Meet & Eat and see how many show up. Sounds like 4 bikes already. May get a few more if it's posted in the Meet & Eat as we have not had one in this part of Michigan in a long time. Joe
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Hey, I like icecream. Do sometimes eat lunch too. And, 20 minutes away. Joe
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In the 1980's, I "worked" on a project in Montreal for 9 months. Every(almost) weekend I was home, so border crossing every Monday and Friday. Well, getting into Canada required using the correct words to proceed without long delays. First of all, I was not "working", I was a "consultant" to a Canadian project. Also, I had no sales literature, only personal reference material. Also, only enough smokes for personal use, and a few other standard "correct" answers. I also carried a letter signed by major manager of the company I worked for and on company letterhead stating that I was a "consultant" for the company's Canadian division. The point is, border crossing can be a problem in either direction from time to time. Just knowing the correct answers can be the difference between a nightmare and the minor inconvenience it should be. I must say that entry into Canada by private boat was the easiest crossing I've ever done. Then again, I may be home illegally as the US customs office was closed the day of my return. Entry into Germany was easier, even though a passport was required. No one even wanted to look at it. In all of my trips to Canada, Canadian Customs were always a pleasure compared to US Customs. Sounds like that is still true today as well. But, a strip search??? Totally over the top. Joe
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I did the 2nd gear upgrade a few years ago on my '83 Venture. It was not that bad of a job for just the transmision. Just plan to do the job so you are not pressed for time and enjoy the opportunity to get to know your engine. There are good directions for getting the job done, one step at a time. I do suggest that you get the necessary parts ahead of time to avoid a long time laps between disassembly and re assembly for the transmision parts. When I did this job, through the winter in a heated workshop, I added a few other things to the list to get done while the engine was out. The big improvement thing was addition of solid engine mounts. You will not believe how much they stiffen the frame and improve handling. It's worth pulling the engine for that job alone, in my opinion. It's also a great time to adjust the valves, a lot easier with the engine out in the open. Also, proved to be a good time to strip the remaining clear coat off the stator, clutch, valve, and water pump covers and buff them up to look almost like chrome. A nice touch for a 27 year old bike. With the engine out of the way, it's a great time to lub the swing arm and rear suspension pivot points as well. Besides, 2ng gear is my favorite gear. Joe
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That could get confusing. If you turn your head to the RIGHT, you will see what is behind an to the LEFT. If you have a passenger, that may be all you see. Joe
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Well its been snowing for 2 days now So I decided
JPM replied to E-Fishin-C's topic in Watering Hole
You broke it already!!! Are you going to get that fixed before the snow melts again? Joe -
I'm thinking there is a little more to this story. So, did she have a clear title to sign over to you? Maybe signed her X's name? That just does not look like a ladies bike. Joe
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#25 I can understand, but #19? They would need to be very small alligators. Joe
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A mild blocked artery would be something less than 80% blockage. The standard practice in the US and Canada is to not treat a blockage until it reaches 80% blockage so it is something your doctors will want to keep an eye on. The treatment may, at some time if it get worse, would be to put a stint in. An afternoon stay at the hospital and perhaps a week with lifting restrictions. Does not sound like a big deal finding it before an actual heart attack. Joe
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What kind of parts did you buy that don't fit? Side bags? Trunk? Those could have been replaced at some time in the last 27 years. Joe
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Your driveway? I got a glimpse of what's in my garage!!! Joe
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The Motobecane is a nice moped. I have two, a 1979 and a 1980. The simplicity of these little bikes is just fascinating. The Motobecane is a little touchy for a few adjustments to get to run well and a few special tools are required to work on them. Still, fun to own if not to ride daily. I get one of these, or the 1980 Puch out once a year or so to just give them a little run. The Puch will get up to 42 mph but you want a smooth road and a good grip on the bars at that speed. Joe
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WOW. You could save a lot of work if you just left the car out in the drive. Joe
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I have used a kerosene heater for my garage in the past. I have tossed it in the trash in favor of a small fuel oil space heater. I had a big problem when I used some contact adhesive to apply a laminate to a table top. The solvent fumes passed over the open flame of the heater and generated acid fumes that rusted everything in the shop. I really prefer a heater that exhaust to the outside. Any kind of solvent fumes that pass through the flame and right back into the work space will at least make for a nasty, irritable smell. Joe
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My '83 was just about 60,000 miles when 2nd gear went out. I put the whole upgrade kit in and did a few other things while I was at it like solid engine mounts. A whole different bike when it was done. Joe
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Sounds like a good reason to have a Meet&Eat lunch to me. We unemployed could meet just about any day. Joe
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That will be a short day ride for me. I'll try to make it. Joe
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I'm close enough to make that a short day trip. I have not done any camping in a long while but may just give it a try some place close to home just to give it a try again. (That way I can get back to my own bed in an hour if it does not work out too well. lol) I would suggest to have a ride in this year with an expected small group and just let it grow from there in ideas, planning, and attendance. It really does not take a large number to have a successful and fun weekend and there will be a lot less stress in getting the thing going in following years. I'm in. Joe
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I would concur completely. I tried that on my '83 and got no noticeable change except a rough idle. I had more satisfaction with a smoother idle. Joe
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Just about 60,000 miles is where a '83 will start popping out of second gear when you put some rpm's and load on it. I had a '83 and did upgrade the transmission because 2nd gear is my favorite gear. The transmission upgrade is a big job to do yourself, or an expensive one to have someone do for you. In need of a transmision would not necessarily be a deal breaker if the price were right for me, the tall seat was the reason I sold mine. Joe
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You need to be patient with the coumadin level. It is difficult to control and to get the dose just right. Everyone reacts a little different to coumadin. What your doctors don't want is the level to get too high which could create need for emergency care. Believe me, I know. I think it's great that the doctors are going to keep you right there until they get the dose level just right before they send you home and put you on a weekly schedule for checkups. Joe