Thanks to a KawaNow buddy

[dkdixie]

Last week I mentioned to Cliff (VulcanE) that I needed to do some scheduled maintenance, namely lube swing arm and drive shaft.
He said, "how about Friday and I'll come over and help." I said that would be great.....but understand "come over" for him is a two hour ride.

So, at 8:00am.....in 40+ degree weather, here he comes.
His bike is loaded with "things we need;" IE: Idaho jack adaptor (which is a nice piece of equipment and worked great), the correct lube, 22mm socket (that I did not have), hand made (by Cliff) extra long nose snap ring pliers to remove that pesky shaft C-clip, couple HD exhaust gaskets (which I forgot to pay him for) and various other tools.

After some hot coffee, we got into the job.

All went pretty well as scheduled and finished up few hours later.
The drive shaft was dry of lube so often mentioned in other threads. In fact, after test ride Sat most of the vibration I have felt rolling on the throttle in 4 & 5th gear has gone away.
Swing arm had lube that looked like a light KY jelly.

Anyway....I'm a firm believer in recognizing good deeds......and Cliff damn sure did me a good deed.
Thanks again Cliff. Could not have done it without you.

[ice793]

How great are these guys,it's nice to read about this thanks for posting thanks Cliff for the good deed,the world needs more people like you in the world to go out of the way to help others.

[Netnorske]

Cliff (VulcanE),
Nicely done...!! Awesome folks here as I'm learning everyday. How long would it take you to ride to Everett, Washington...??...... http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif.....j/k!

[pirate]

Reading posts like this makes me even happier to be a member of this board! Good on ya!!!

[audiogooroo]

Outstanding!
Good on ya Cliff!

[kawgirl]

Way to go Cliff!!

[chainsaw]

Awesome Cliff. You da man.

[rksaw]

How great are these guys, it's nice to read about this thanks for posting thanks Cliff for the good deed, the world needs more people like you in the world to go out of the way to help others.
+1

Next time you see Cliff online, up his karma for the good work.

[Idaho]

Hooray for Cliff. Thanks for introducing another member to my jack adapter.

[VulcanE]

Thanks everybody, your making me blush :-[. DK is a really great fella that I had the honor of meeting through this forum, and I hope to one day meet a lot more of you.
Netnorske, if you wasn't in the furtherest corner from me, I would love to come for a visit..
Again, I appreciate it, and I appreciate this KawaNOW! http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[trip]

Cliff, you're a good example of what a KawaNOW member is! Good job.

We need to have more of these KawaNOW "wrenching" sessions...LOL.

[scion0]

Good deal!!!

[oldbikers]

Cliff is a great guy and has a wonderful wife we had the pleasure of spending some time with them a few months back. So Cliff I have my bike up on the rack would love to see how Idaho's adapter works. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif Jim & Bea

[ells]

Lots to be said for people with a common interest in close contact with each other. Thanks VulcanE for the example, thanks Trip for the group.

[unwind2]

One of my goals...to learn how to work/tinker on the bike. I've got an old 250 rebel in the back yard that doesn't run, flat tires etc...people stop by from time to time and ask if we want to sell the old bike in the back yard...we say no that's going to be our learning to tinker bike. Anybody want to be my instructor?

[landman]

this is what it should be all about.what an awesome group!

[Top Cat]

Hey Cliff, I can use a hand with my Nomad maintence.
I even printed out the directions from your house to mine to make it easy for you to get here http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd308/topcat63/PA070197.jpg
It's only 1014 miles. Soooooooooooo, when can I expect you http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[basco]

Hey Cliff come my way instead it will be a lot warmer here in Texas http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[b2]

Cliff, I have a guest bed waiting in Anaheim CA, along with all the beer you can drink (AFTER the maintenance is complete)..

Seriously, what a great story. Great to hear some GOOD news for once.

Brian

If you look closely at the map, you will notice Lincoln, Nebraska is the halfway point on the route to New York, Texas, or California. Might as well stop here first. :)

[rksaw]

I think that Cliff's state map is going to be filled soon!

[ridemslow]

Makes me glad to be a part of this group. Nice job VulcanE!

[misunderstood]

I knew he was good people !! http://s2.images.proboards.com/cool.gif

[kawgirl]

One of my goals...to learn how to work/tinker on the bike. I've got an old 250 rebel in the back yard that doesn't run, flat tires etc...people stop by from time to time and ask if we want to sell the old bike in the back yard...we say no that's going to be our learning to tinker bike. Anybody want to be my instructor?

You coulda learned how to change the engine oil and the final drive oil here at my house this evening if ya woulda come over. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif I got 'er done pretty darn quick and made it to meet the group for dinner. Now she's ready to roll for the next 3000 miles.

[VulcanE]

I just want to say "THANKS" to everyone for their kind words. Helping a friend is high up on my priorities. You know, it would be kinda kool to "wrench your way" across America. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif



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[dkdixie]

I just want to say "THANKS" to everyone for their kind words. Helping a friend is high up on my priorities. You know, it would be kinda kool to "wrench your way" across America. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif



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It really made a big difference after lubing swingarm and drive shaft. But we "forgot" to do the front end. Maybe next time.

I told Cliff it would be neat to travel the country and help those that "asked" for it on this thread.

Lets see.....Cliff does the work and I take those up on the "free beer" offer. Sounds like a plan!! :) ::) :)

Wonder why we never heard from catusjack? And beer is cheap in Arizona.

[jussmatt]

Great post you guys!!! Makes me proud to be a KawaNOW member!!