Good morning!!!!

[Bird]

RNG, I truly had an addiction for accessories for my Goldwing when I had it.... I could not let a piece of chrome trim get by me on EBay. Half of the stuff I turned around and resold. It was a relief in more ways than one when I sold the bike.

In 1985, I bought a new Honda Aspencade. For those who don't know, that was a 1200cc Goldwing with AM/FM auto volume stereo radio with cassette player, all digital instruments that oddly enough were clearly visible in all light conditions. I was surprised that it did not originally have cruise control, but the dealer added the cruise control, a back rest for the front seat, sheepskin seat cover, cigarette lighter, and a trailer hitch and lights. Of course I also bought a trailer to pull behind it.

I've owned Zundapp, Yamaha, BMW, and a couple of other smaller Hondas, but I just cannot imagine a better motorcycle than that Aspencade. I rode it to the FBI National Academy, and on weekends for that 10 weeks, I ran all over the D.C. area, up into New Jersey, over into Pennsylvania, etc. in addition to riding all over the Dallas area, and down to the Texas coast before and after going to D.C.

 

[PJSprog]

Just saw this ad on Facebook.

Lord help me, it's not far from here, it's dirt cheap, and it needs EVERYTHING!

Help me. Please, HELP ME!!!:laughing:

That's a private group, so we can't see it.

If it's a 2002, don't tease. Love those.

 

[PJSprog]

In 1985, I bought a new Honda Aspencade. For those who don't know, that was a 1200cc Goldwing with AM/FM auto volume stereo radio with cassette player, all digital instruments that oddly enough were clearly visible in all light conditions. I was surprised that it did not originally have cruise control, but the dealer added the cruise control, a back rest for the front seat, sheepskin seat cover, cigarette lighter, and a trailer hitch and lights. Of course I also bought a trailer to pull behind it.

I've owned Zundapp, Yamaha, BMW, and a couple of other smaller Hondas, but I just cannot imagine a better motorcycle than that Aspencade. I rode it to the FBI National Academy, and on weekends for that 10 weeks, I ran all over the D.C. area, up into New Jersey, over into Pennsylvania, etc. in addition to riding all over the Dallas area, and down to the Texas coast before and after going to D.C.

I still have an '85 Interstate, Bird. Although, probably not for long. I didn't ride at all last year, and it's starting to become a bit of a money pit. It's still a great bike, but just getting too old (I call it the 'Oldwing). They eventually did away with the Interstate vs Aspencade, and I believe they no longer have the digital meters either.

I've had bikes from BMW, Suzuki, Yamaha, and Honda. Of all of them, I like the Goldwing best (the BMW R100RT was a close second, though).

 

[txdon]

That's a private group, so we can't see it.

If it's a 2002, don't tease. Love those.

I could see the pic of a bunch of motor parts but no description.

 

[ronjhall]

Ron, tell your son... AWESOME! Now he has to schedule some time at a track to see what it will really do!

Son told me part of the package that came with car is training at Charlotte Motor Speedway plus a few other perks.. That's one of reasons dealer wanted $20K over sticker. But may have got it from the 350. Son lives in Mooresville, NC.

 

[jbrumberg]

Roy- Take care. I'll pile on later.

RonJH- Congratulation on your Son's new Mustang

Lithophilia is a very rare disorder normally found only in arid areas areas with constant winds and blowing particulate matter. Theories vary as to its causes, but some research has implicated airborne magnetite/ferrous oxide particles magnetic fields interacting with the cerebral synaptic transmission sites. Compounding this possible interaction is the earth's shifting magnetic field. Some researchers fear that a global magnetic field reversal would exacerbate the condition. There is no known medication that has proven therapeutic nor clinical intervention. Usually those so affected do not seem to care and are resistant/noncompliant towards treatment. There have been unconfirmed reports of violent aggressive acting out behaviors exhibited by those so affected when denied access to and/or restricted from their stone/gravel sources and/or equipment needed for acquisition.

When Ted starts hoarding and hiding stones around the house and/or on his person, talking and posting in "tongues" and operating his tractor in usually in reverse we'll all know there is a challenge ahead.

A clear and sunny 3ºF for today's low temperature; a sunny 13ºF presently, and I anticipate a sunny afternoon with high temperature in the low 20ºF's. Something is in the air today. Why is there sand particles in my nose?

I hope that everyone is having a decent day. Those healing/mending continue to do so, and for those still talking down to the grass or gravel continue to do so.

My + thoughts, wishes, and prayers.

 

[sodamo]

64°F and .19 inches rain

Wait and see what the day brings.

Prayers for all
Be safe
Have a great day

 

[hawkeye08]

Had the pleasure of taking 5 1/2 yr old grand daughter to school bus stop again this morning.. amazing the wealth of knowledge a young person can share in a few minutes.

 

[RedNeckGeek]

That's a private group, so we can't see it.

If it's a 2002, don't tease. Love those.

It is an '02. Guy wants ten grand for it.

Detailed photos here:
Flickr

 

[RedNeckGeek]

And yeah, I shot a txt off to my body man neighbor asking for a quote to fix all the rust and repaint it...

 

[drivesitfar]

ALL: this thread just keeps on running like that darn rabbit and isn't that a good thing.

I picked up this old Makita 16 inch beam saw to cut some cedar 6x6's and some beams for my fence and deck projects this year. anybody have safety tips to offer when using one of these bad boys cause she's got quite a kick? both hands on deck at all time?

just curious since you guys talk about health quite a bit if any of you have a GANGLION CYST? I've had one on my finger i've been squeezing hard puss out of for over a couple years now and I've seen a few doctors (one wiz kid from Harvard told me less than i learned on the internet) and wondering if any of you found a way to eliminate it?

other than that i'm pretty healthy for being 64 next week.

cheers and hope you all have a great day. BTW snow is gone and now rain and 50's so back to the PNW DRIZZLE.

 

[ronjhall]

ALL: this thread just keeps on running like that darn rabbit and isn't that a good thing.

I picked up this old Makita 16 inch beam saw to cut some cedar 6x6's and some beams for my fence and deck projects this year. anybody have safety tips to offer when using one of these bad boys cause she's got quite a kick? both hands on deck at all time?

just curious since you guys talk about health quite a bit if any of you have a GANGLION CYST? I've had one on my finger i've been squeezing hard puss out of for over a couple years now and I've seen a few doctors (one wiz kid from Harvard told me less than i learned on the internet) and wondering if any of you found a way to eliminate it?

other than that i'm pretty healthy for being 64 next week.

cheers and hope you all have a great day. BTW snow is gone and now rain and 50's so back to the PNW DRIZZLE.

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Yup 16” saw. You better have both hands holding unto it.

 

[PJSprog]

It is an '02. Guy wants ten grand for it.

Detailed photos here:
Flickr

I was going to suggest that $10K seemed a bit high for a car that needs that much work. But, after looking around and seeing what they go for these days in decent shape, ... I'm reminded why I never bought one.

 

[Jim Nelson]

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1 degree right now...high about 20 today.

Physical went well yesterday...other than eczema on my right arm, chest and neck, no issues. I'm way overdue for a colonoscopy, but the doctor gave me a stool sample kit for an initial screening (no more details...look it up if you want to). That's better then going through that nasty tasting cleanser.. Other then he wants me to quit smoking, no other discussions relating to my health.

I bought a Crimson Trace CWL-202 light to mount on one of my AR-15s...900 lumens...boy, is this flashlight bright!!

Well,Roy,you know the docs are right, you haven't found the right reason yet. I wanted to quit for 42 years and finally, on the way home from an appointment setting up my 1st angiogram, I lit my last Camel, smoked 1/2, put it out and that was it. After watching 1 brother die, another brother and a sister go through heart surgery I finally decided it's time. It was really tough but now I'm happy I did it. It's no cure all, I've had 2 heart surgeries and a ton of other stuff plus watching my 4 brothers and 2 sisters die, plus 2 nephews, all heavy smokers. I felt better after the first 2 weeks of withdrawals and wish I had never seen a cigarette. It was actually harder on my wife, who never smoked, but was a victim of 2nd hand smoke for years.
Knowing your wife has just been through her share of heart problems you will be doing her a favor too. You can quit, you just have to want to bad enough. Good luck, you have a lot of people here pulling for you.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

ALL: this thread just keeps on running like that darn rabbit and isn't that a good thing.

I picked up this old Makita 16 inch beam saw to cut some cedar 6x6's and some beams for my fence and deck projects this year. anybody have safety tips to offer when using one of these bad boys cause she's got quite a kick? both hands on deck at all time?

just curious since you guys talk about health quite a bit if any of you have a GANGLION CYST? I've had one on my finger i've been squeezing hard puss out of for over a couple years now and I've seen a few doctors (one wiz kid from Harvard told me less than i learned on the internet) and wondering if any of you found a way to eliminate it?

other than that i'm pretty healthy for being 64 next week.

cheers and hope you all have a great day. BTW snow is gone and now rain and 50's so back to the PNW DRIZZLE.

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Yes, that is a TWO HANDER FOR SURE! I had one kick back on my back in the younger days, I was holding it with two hands, darn thing almost threw me off my feet. Worst part was that I was anticipating a kickback, it still caught me off guard. BE CAREFUL, CUT REALLY SLOW, LET THE SAW DO THE WORK.

I also had a ganglion cyst on my right forefinger. I had it removed about 20 years ago, outpatient surgery. Took about an hour, watched the whole procedure. Did not hurt at all after surgery, actually felt much better in a few days, no more pressure from the cyst so the finger moved easier. I still have a divot on the side of my finger where they took it out.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Well, 28 tons of gravel later, the back part of the drive has mud no more! The narrow front part you see in the pics is the next area to be redone. Maybe in a week or two, we have to see what the financial wizard (wifey) determines.

This is a terrible addiction! I am already thinking about my next hit of gravel..... I do not know if I can make it for a week! ullinghair::hissyfit:

Well, if I cannot get any more gravel, I will just resort to doing some woodworking .... wifey wants some shelves. It will not be the gravel high, but will keep me occupied and out of trouble.... maybe :confused2:

Here are some before pics

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

And here are the after pics....

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

And a few more

 

[Big Barn]

Holy crap, nice job LS!

You have patience. Better job than I’ve ever done for spreading that thin.


Nowadays I use a stone slinger.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Holy crap, nice job LS!

You have patience. Better job than I’ve ever done for spreading that thin.


Nowadays I use a stone slinger.

Ok, that got my interest, what is a stone slinger?