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Title: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Dads_FJ on January 30, 2012, 10:00:43 PM
For encouraging me to take apart my motorcycle and bring it into the house to clean and polish it etc... using the kitchen sink.

(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/campsimonette/100_1426.jpg)

not.
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: SkyFive on January 30, 2012, 10:06:49 PM

That is very kind of her. Did you know that the dishwasher is great for degreasing parts? I used mine to clean both engine case halves and the cylinder head. I prewashed them with kerosene and Dawn first though.
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Pat Conlon on January 31, 2012, 12:09:39 AM
oooooh, don't forget the oven...set it at 450* to cure the Hi temp paint. Turn the fan on...It smells like shit. Really, really pisses her off.
Even with the exhaust fan on and the windows open and evap cooler on high, it takes awhile for the smell to go away.
Man 'o man if she ever saw my bike parts in "her" dishwasher, I would be sleeping in the garage....no if's and's or but's about it.

We should get together and write a book. I bet we all have stories. That way we could learn from each other... :hang1:
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Dads_FJ on January 31, 2012, 07:20:43 AM
Problem with a book Pat, is that my wife would read it and figure out what we're up to when she's gone.  When the Cat's away...

(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/campsimonette/jamie_diningroom.jpg)
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Flying Scotsman on January 31, 2012, 10:49:59 AM
Quote from: SkyFive on January 30, 2012, 10:06:49 PM

That is very kind of her. Did you know that the dishwasher is great for degreasing parts? I used mine to clean both engine case halves and the cylinder head. I prewashed them with kerosene and Dawn first though.


SweetI never thought to use the dishwasher lol.
I have had 6 or 7 sets of GP1200 cylinders in the oven to remove old and then install new cylinder sleeves.
I have also done 3 GP1200 engine rebuilds in my old apartment.(total rebuild)
I have honed  GP1200 cylinders and replaced stuck piston while at my campsite so I could ride the next day.
Scott....
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: tqmx1 on January 31, 2012, 11:19:33 AM
That's nothing, I reassembeled a aircraft engine in the living room.

Now see if you can beat that one.
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Flying Scotsman on January 31, 2012, 11:25:24 AM
 :biggrin:
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: eddohawk on January 31, 2012, 12:34:42 PM
I've found that the kitchen is a great source of useful things that have a motorcycle application. Pots and pans to soak parts in kerosene, (the tupperware couldnt hack it) and cutlery which is perfect for modification for the bench grinder.
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: mst3kguy on January 31, 2012, 06:17:03 PM
Quote from: Dads_FJ on January 30, 2012, 10:00:43 PM
For encouraging me to take apart my motorcycle and bring it into the house to clean and polish it etc... using the kitchen sink.

(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/campsimonette/100_1426.jpg)

not.

can i buy your meds from you?
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: bcguide on January 31, 2012, 09:52:24 PM
I took the dash out of my AMX washed it in the bath tub and repainted it in the living room of the townhouse

Scott
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Dads_FJ on January 31, 2012, 10:37:35 PM
Quote from: mst3kguy on January 31, 2012, 06:17:03 PM
Quote from: Dads_FJ on January 30, 2012, 10:00:43 PM
For encouraging me to take apart my motorcycle and bring it into the house to clean and polish it etc... using the kitchen sink.

(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/campsimonette/100_1426.jpg)

not.

can i buy your meds from you?

sure, are you in need of doxycycline for your lymes disease and cephalexin for your infected vulva?  My female GSD is all done with them.  (gsd=german shepherd dog) :blum1:
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: bugboy on February 01, 2012, 12:20:47 AM
Skinned a bobcat in the living room.
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Pat Conlon on February 01, 2012, 12:35:45 AM
Quote from: Dads_FJ on January 31, 2012, 10:37:35 PM
Quote from: mst3kguy on January 31, 2012, 06:17:03 PM
can i buy your meds from you?

sure, are you in need of doxycycline for your lymes disease and cephalexin for your infected vulva?  My female GSD is all done with them.  (gsd=german shepherd dog) :blum1:

Hoooly shit-that's-too-funny....You had to ask...Infected vulva Dean? Really? Do you wanna talk about it?  :rofl:
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: mst3kguy on February 01, 2012, 08:02:40 AM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on February 01, 2012, 12:35:45 AM
Quote from: Dads_FJ on January 31, 2012, 10:37:35 PM
Quote from: mst3kguy on January 31, 2012, 06:17:03 PM
can i buy your meds from you?

sure, are you in need of doxycycline for your lymes disease and cephalexin for your infected vulva?  My female GSD is all done with them.  (gsd=german shepherd dog) :blum1:

Hoooly shit-that's-too-funny....You had to ask...Infected vulva Dean? Really? Do you wanna talk about it?  :rofl:

shit, considering how expensive meds were to get the right amount for my 185# newfie, anytime i can get cheaper pet meds, it's worth it...
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: hawaii on February 01, 2012, 04:35:34 PM
hi my forum name is hawaii , i was hoping you could help me, i want to take this part off too and clean it , i stared unbolting and noticed its not as easy as it looks lol ,can you please help me with some pointers on how to take apart and put back together thx
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: craigo on February 01, 2012, 04:48:45 PM
Quote from: hawaii on February 01, 2012, 04:35:34 PM
hi my forum name is hawaii , i was hoping you could help me, i want to take this part off too and clean it , i stared unbolting and noticed its not as easy as it looks lol ,can you please help me with some pointers on how to take apart and put back together thx

I am going out on a limb here and say you want to remove the footpeg/exhaust pipe bracket? Like this part?

(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/campsimonette/100_1426.jpg)

CraigO
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: hawaii on February 01, 2012, 05:34:37 PM
yes please help me  :flag_of_truce:
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: hawaii on February 01, 2012, 05:44:50 PM
craigo  i will keep looking  for your advice  ,  thank you
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Pat Conlon on February 01, 2012, 05:47:31 PM
Aloha amigo, No worries, I gotcha covered. See the second post: http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=5821.0 (http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=5821.0)
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: hawaii on February 01, 2012, 05:49:03 PM
cooooool , thx bro
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: hawaii on February 01, 2012, 05:54:25 PM
got it , :] one more question , did you any problems aligning the bolts holes when putting back together
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Pat Conlon on February 01, 2012, 06:20:15 PM
The frame bolts can be fussy as well as the swing arm pivot bolt. Lift up the back tire and wiggle it a bit and the pivot bolt should slide thru. Keep all the frame bolts loose until all of them are threaded. Don't forget to use blue Locktight on the frame bolts. Cheers
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: hawaii on February 01, 2012, 06:24:52 PM
your the man , thx soooo much , when i get her back together ill post some pics , thanks again, aloha
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: RichBaker on February 03, 2012, 10:12:34 PM
Quote from: tqmx1 on January 31, 2012, 11:19:33 AM
That's nothing, I reassembeled a aircraft engine in the living room.

Now see if you can beat that one.

Completely disassembled, rebuilt and reassembled an XR600......  frame stripped, engine apart and rebuilt, etc..... in my living room.
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: fj1289 on February 07, 2012, 08:35:33 AM
proof is in the pics!

   :lol:
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/171_21_03_10_11_00_42_1.jpeg)
Living Room

(http://fjowners.com/gallery/171_29_04_10_11_21_15_2.jpeg)
Kitchen Table

Of course, this was while the divorce was in progress!
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: glfredrick on February 07, 2012, 02:32:57 PM
My wife would help...

Regular female McGiver, she is!

Here she is plumbing the fuel cell for my Ranger off-road project truggy:

(http://www.kodakgallery.com/imaging-site/services/doc/5425:722469808407/jpeg/BG)
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: racerman_27410 on February 07, 2012, 03:48:32 PM
Quote from: glfredrick on February 07, 2012, 02:32:57 PM
My wife would help...

Regular female McGiver, she is!

Here she is plumbing the fuel cell for my Ranger off-road project truggy:

(http://www.kodakgallery.com/imaging-site/services/doc/5425:722469808407/jpeg/BG)

oh that is so HOT! 

You definitely got yourself a good one there!  :good2:

KOokaloo!
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Dads_FJ on February 07, 2012, 03:50:30 PM
Quote from: racerman_27410 on February 07, 2012, 03:48:32 PM
Quote from: glfredrick on February 07, 2012, 02:32:57 PM
My wife would help...

Regular female McGiver, she is!

Here she is plumbing the fuel cell for my Ranger off-road project truggy:

(http://www.kodakgallery.com/imaging-site/services/doc/5425:722469808407/jpeg/BG)

oh that is so HOT! 

You definitely got yourself a good one there!  :good2:

KOokaloo!

yea, better than if she were holding a bow & arrow!
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: Pat Conlon on February 07, 2012, 04:21:20 PM
Quote from: glfredrick on February 07, 2012, 02:32:57 PM
My wife would help...Regular female McGiver, she is! Here she is plumbing the fuel cell for my Ranger off-road project truggy:
(http://www.kodakgallery.com/imaging-site/services/doc/5425:722469808407/jpeg/BG)

That is a great photo! Very, very cool. 

What a team mate. Look at her concentration. Look at her determination. Sleeves rolled up, hands in the middle of a tight spot. Don't talk to her now because she is busy!  Damn-it! This fooking gizmo is going to succumb to her wishes and ministrations, one way or another.

That picture is sexy as hell..... You are a lucky guy.
Title: Re: My wife would like to thank you...
Post by: glfredrick on February 08, 2012, 12:17:54 PM
FWIW, I agree with you guys...  I married well.  I admit, we're still on the honeymoon (only been married 34 years) but that's okay.  One of these days we'll grow up.  I have other pics where she is upside down doing wiring under the dashboard of a Toyota off-road truck that we were doing a small block swap and several others of her grinding, using a plasma, and welding on my Ranger truggy.  Oh, she also took most improved shooter in a pistol league we did a few years back before I learned the error of my ways <wink, wink> and made all those horrible firearms go away.