swooshdave
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I didn’t think the updated spring worked on the early bikes.
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On 10/15/2021 at 9:49 AM, swooshdave said:
Well, I have given up on the 67 Convertible. Ok, more like my wife isn't happy with the progress. So it will be sold soon.
But that doesn't mean there isn't a new project in the garage!
A couple more updates while my Guzzi rests for the winter.
C-code is the base V-8 with the 2 barrel. This one has a rebuilt motor, 4 bl Edelbrock carb and supposedly a mildly updated cam. And a fat dual exhaust. It's moving farther and farther from stock every chance I get.
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On 10/25/2021 at 1:41 PM, docc said:
I hear that Legnano green starts with a silver base coat.
So, like, silver with a party dress…..
So they start silver and then the improve it. Gotcha.
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On 10/15/2021 at 4:51 PM, docc said:
Green with . . . green with . . . ? What is that phrase again . . . .
The term you are looking for is "envy".
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LeMans are always red. Just like red frames are always green.
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2 hours ago, docc said:
I remember seeing a V11 LeMans in the museum, but not a Sport.
Some legitimacy for us RedFrame Trash!
Yes, there's one on the wall in the lower area.
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I think I only saw one V11 Sport (aside from the one in the museum) this year. There was a nice LeMans in the swap meet area but I don't think it was actually for sale. And I didn't even get a picture of it.
The weather was great, not as blistering hot as 2019, although the humidity was pretty stifling. Lots of people and it was a great time.
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On 8/16/2020 at 8:40 AM, swooshdave said:
It was only a year ago. Did you think I’d be done by now?
Been working on bikes instead.
Well, I have given up on the 67 Convertible. Ok, more like my wife isn't happy with the progress. So it will be sold soon.
But that doesn't mean there isn't a new project in the garage!
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3 hours ago, VtwinStorm said:
I rode one of my 900SS today, and I have no doubt the V11 is awesome, but against an air-cooled Ducati 900SS, the V11 has tough competition. Never rode a V11, so I have no baseline. All I can infer is it is heavier, wider, and probably has instant torque and an agricultural gearbox.
The only Guzzi I have ever gotten to ride was an '18 V7, and I was not at all impressed. Handling, braked, gearbox, the engine, none of it felt good. The engine was torquey but weak. Perhaps it was a bad example.
Unlike that anemic V7, I think a V11 LeMans would just make my day. What a sexy beast of a machine!
You’re right about the V11 Sport except the gearbox. You’re thinking about the five speed. The six is way different.
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That's a common problem with the older bikes although I've never seen a 4 year lag before.
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2005? Hmmm.
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Get your own appraisal! Do not accept theirs!
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The Gambalunga won the class and maybe best of show. Dunno, didn't stick around that long.
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14 minutes ago, Grim said:
Thanks... wishful thinking on my part. My "new" tank is now starting to go, it was fine, then all of a sudden it was really hard to get back on, and now I can see small bubbles starting on the top....
Although the £700 I was quoted was for the entire job through a professional outfit, I do have the opportunity for a friend to weld an ally tank for free, he just wants me to make the net and cut the sheet metal first. Seems a big job no? Will lose a bit of capacity.
I'd go with the alloy tank option.
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1 hour ago, Gmc28 said:
Dave- is there a (email) list to be on to get a heads up on that show each year?
Somehow I only see that its happening every year after the fact. User error I’m sure, but whatever... I need a nanny I guess.It's always mid-May (except last year).
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I’m suppose to go see those two Loops on Friday. Luckily I don’t have any room… or money.
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Well, I thought it was going to be good but it was more than good. It was gooder!
I have never seen so many V11 Sports in one place. I think I counted six. Here's a taste. There will be a video released in the next week with more goodness.
I don't recall what he was asking for the silver bike. The LeMans was $4k.
More pictures in the next post.
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Now I know why they are often missing. I bought a replacement a while ago but never got around to actually putting it on. I just did and it’s like a Rolex piece. And reverse thread. Turn it the wrong way and it’s loose and from there it’s not going to stay long in this world. I did use locktite but I’m more tempted to use superglue.
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24 minutes ago, docc said:
Ah, okay. That makes sense now. You were referring back to the original post on page one, not the opening statement in your post.
@swooshdave, I was also thrown by what you are saying about the relationship between the Odyssey and the original Spark. The way I read this, "I went with the Odyssey, I'm still not convinced it's not the exact same battery as the Spark." You are saying they are the same battery?
I'm saying I'm not sure it not the same battery. Do we know the Spark wasn't made under license? I just recall (vaguely) when I replaced the Spark it looked damn near identical.
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3 hours ago, bsanorton said:
About your experience with whoever you said you had a problem with. good for you, We all shop around. Amazon has it for $109 with free delivery, but I have bought at Autozone too, it's right around the corner from me and sometimes they are the cheapest especially with the coupons and the credit you get back from your old battery
I was telling the OP that they should find someone who know more about V11 Sports. Not sure where you got lost in the conversation.
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1 hour ago, bsanorton said:
Sorry to hear. I do my research on what fits a particular bike and this group is excellent for information, then I order online and have it delivered or pick it up at Batteries Plus. A quick side by side comparison should tell you.
Sorry to hear what?
I got my Odyssey from Autozone for way less than Batteries Plus or anywhere else locally.
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On 5/17/2021 at 5:48 PM, Kane said:
Very cool! Your Greenie looks fabulous. It’s great to see a city support the sport. Hey, maybe Edmond will become the new Sturgis!
Rowdy Canadians, the worse!!!!
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Ended up selling the 67 this week. The wife was happy to have her parking spot back in the garage.
Went to a few nice family who have the wherewithal to get the car back on the road.
No crying for me, I still have the 65 to work on.