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RIP Dale Walksler. A passion for American made motorcycles for sure, but an undeniable and likely unequaled dedication to the preservation of the history of the marque. I've been to Wheels Through Time several times over the years. (An easy ride from the cabins at the annual Southern Spine Raid too) I don't know what Guzzi has for a museum but I would be thrilled to see a collection even Half the size of this one dedicated to Moto Guzzi. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "It is with heavy hearts that we at Wheels Through Time let you know that our beloved founder, curator, and friend Dale Walksler passed away peacefully, with his wife by his side, at home on February 3, 2021, after a courageous four year battle with cancer. In 1967 at the age of 15, Dale built his first motorcycle, sparking a life-long love affair with American Motorcycles and their history. At 22, Dale established a Harley/Davidson Franchise in Mt. Vernon, Ill: Dale’s Harley-Davidson. His signal success as a dealer grew to include the decades-long work that would define his life: the creation of the museum we now know as Wheels Through Time. As the museum collection grew, so too did Dale’s vision for the museum, his reputation, his mechanical and curatorial skills, and a goal of always exceeding expectations of customers and guests. In 2002 Dale opened the Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, NC. From humble beginnings in a small Illinois town, one of the world’s premier collections of rare and vintage American motorcycles, automobiles, and memorabilia emerged. Wheels Through Time became an Iconic American Institution and known internationally. Those who have visited Wheels Through Time know that Dale’s passion was not just something to be observed but rather experienced. Whether it was listening to his vast knowledge and stories of transportation history or watching him start a motorcycle, his was a passion that was infectious. It inspired in many, that same desire to preserve and celebrate American motorcycle history. His genius rested on the latter portion of the Wheels Through Time logo, “The Museum That Runs.” Dale was a man of vision, zeal, intensity, imagination, and generosity. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the staff at Wheels Through Time, and as well as by the countless tens of thousands who have visited the museum. Dale’s vision was not just one of preserving the past but was also focused on the future. In that regard, he made great strides to ensure that the museum and his legacy would carry on for generations to come. A celebration of Dale’s life will be announced at a later date. At this time, we ask for privacy for the family as they mourn his passing. At Dale’s request, in lieu of flowers, please send any donations and condolences to Wheels Through Time, PO Box 790, Maggie Valley, NC 28751. All donations will be dedicated to ensuring the continuance of the legacy that Dale created far into the future and to giving museum visitors historical insight into the vital role that transportation has played in American history. The thrill of hearing the cycles run coupled with thoughts of riding into the wind will continue to evoke thoughts of Dale’s vibrant spirit --- and his dream."-Wheels Through Time. https://wheelsthroughtime.com/?mc_cid=1b8743def3&mc_eid=c0a8951fb2 I recommend it to all enthusiasts.

I bought this one https://www.lowes.com/pd/Greenworks-Pro-Greenworks-Gen2-2300-Pressure-Washer/1003196492 last year and find it does everything I need. Not too big not too small. I've used the med-wide tip to wash the house, and narrow for concrete and old wood fencing. The really wide tip is kind of useless. Bear in mind for serious cutting it will be a narrow swath, an inch or so, so it will use a lot of water. I wish sometimes it was bigger but I don't want gas powered and don't want to pay more, so..... I Had a $1k gas powered John Deere 3800psi in the past and it was a hand full to operate and had a LOT of maintenance, so I sold it to the neighbor and he sold it after he used it. It was great but not worth the effort as a "homeowner" level tool. It's tough to decide your needs till you've used one.

I 'made' a 'tool' for that job out of a bolt with a head the size of the hole. Your next 'uuhg' might be finding a filter wrench to fit whatever filter is in there and small enough to go inside to grip. It's a pita till you get it right. I would recommend to anyone, first time... Remove the pan and get a feel for it. I did find a filter wrench at auto zone cheap.

My first concert and it was just like that. I walked away a rebel

I was attached to the 82nd at Bragg and packed personnel and air delivery chutes for all users. '69 - '71 I jumped an interesting array of aircraft. Fun times! Great work shops!

a gear rack Imelda Marcos would love... and most important, the All American Division well represented

bravo! I love this. Seriously, what else is there on the horizon?

Sand blast it. It'll be beautiful. In lieu of that pressure wash it.

i'm going with.... rear shock damper washer thing. definitely looks Italian (crumbling plastic) .. or maybe a small bagel.

I know what you're saying, I've thought the same. Personally the gearbox wouldn't hold me back from buying. I would want the USD forks though. All depends on your fantasy. If yer askin I'd wait for a deal on the later model.

I've posted a version of this before but so what .. Steve , Eric, and Derick great people great song

old pic, old bike, younger guy

here's mine

It seems you made it! Welcome. The site goes through the occasional update and sometimes is left with a minor technical hang up. It would be helpful if you describe what problems you encountered while joining. maybe it's an easy fix. other than that I can only think the BMW on your list 'may' have caused a problem ...

Just think me old and in my ways, and not incredulous to available technology or ones use of it. Keep in mind, I don't lead rider groups but DO yield to the ones who do, and their judgement and generous sense of responsibility. While you may have intended this as a tech device query, it jumps out at me as a philosophical question. Sorry I can't help with devices, but on a motorcycle I don't use anything electronic. I look at a map and head the direction Of intent. I might get lost? ?... Don't threaten me with a good time. I am precisely where I intend to be. Wandering. I might find a treasure of a town, my next good meal or a new friend, or the answer to what I've always wondered about. To each his own but we all jump on the bike for different reasons. For me it's discovery. To be honest, the only occasions I have been "misdirected" I was following group tour leaders using GPS devises. Always simple software map mistakes, always easy to correct, and always comical. We always had a stop and a laugh. But still... the fault of devise "confusion", be it old software or changing sat reference. An aside... Once my young nephew, on a trip with friends, found himself in a very small Ohio town gas station with a worn through rear tire. His buddies had to leave him there to deal with it. He phoned me to please come get him with a trailer. I said no. A 5 to 6 hour round trip for me. Not for a tire. Take a deep breath and look around you. This is your adventure, live it. I googled a nearby B&B for him and he walked to it, had a good dinner, met some kind people, spent the night and was referred to a local lawnmower/powersport repair shop that had a tire and installed it the next day. Most of you here wouldn't need this advise, but he did. And he was better off for it. My point is, think back to what you did before GPS. Use what you did then. Your wits, a paper map, the sun, and the offerings of strangers. It was easy. Ok... look at the blue dot when you need to. The greatest pleasures are the simplest.

Any patch will be visible and require paint. I don't have experience with tank liners but possibly just that will fix it. hopefully.

we surely know that's possible. I'd worry about rubber being on the contact surface. Harpers is offering copper (no rubber) for that so ... 'superseded'

I think I can see the crack. Is it to the right of the triangular anchoring tab? I recently did a trial repair on a junk side panel just to see if it worked. I used JB Weld clear weld. A 2 part epoxy that comes in a convenient double syringe to use at your leisure. With proper prep ( a bit of grinding and sanding ) and the use of a small scrap of carbon fiber, it made for a very strong bond. The epoxy bonds well and is hard as a rock. I was bonding two pieces, so to strengthen I drilled some holes for the epoxy to get a good hold. I also applied everything to both sides which you won't need to do. Get a small burr grinder (dremel is good) and grind past the ends of the crack a ways. I'd probably line the tank after. I do not know if the tank and the side panel are made of the same material. It's possible they are not.

looks like oem was likely the one w/o rubber

Interesting MGcycles calling that a 10528930 and 10mm, when our drain plugs are 10mm and the called for washer is a 10528900

Please realize 180's were generally adopted on most 'average guy' sport bikes for purely esthetic purposes. I think they (everybody) went with the 5.5 rim just to fit the 180 so it was more appealing, ... and Docc's post is spot on.

video no workie

Sounds like my riding test. I did it on a shovelhead Harley low rider. Not the best choice. Others have used smaller, easier to maneuver bikes for the test. The MSF course is likely the way to go.

yup. called 'adventure'