Not quite baling wire and chewing gum...

bobhamlin · 10-11-2011, 03:13 PM

Yesterday, I went for a short ride and, on the way back, heard a strange sound -- like I had dragged a spray paint can for a split second. I had bought my grandaughter some accessories for her bicycle, had put them in my saddlebag and, when the sound didn't happen again, convinved myself that they were the source of the noise. (I'm gullible at times)

Today, riding into DC, I turned a tight right and heard the exact sound again. This time, there was no way the sound originated from inside the bags. Like yesterday, the sound came from the right-hand side. Now, I had a pattern. It had to be the exhaust.

As I proceeded to my office, the pipe was hitting the ground more and more (Some rough streets in DC.) It was still dark out. Should I pull over and feel around the hot pipe to confirm what I already knew, or try to make it all the way? I chose to proceed.

Upon arrival, I visually confirmed that I was missing those two bolts that attach the pipe to the bag support, then went into the office and ronayers'd to locate what size I needed. I also went scrounging around the office for a coat hangar. Plastic and wood hangars seem to be our preference, but I eventually found one in an empty box in a supply cabinet.

Then, I began thinking about the best way to crawl around on the DC street in my office attire to properly use the wire. It eventually dawned on me (duh!) to remove the saddlebag. I had made quick release bolts (see gadget's) so it was no problem. Hardly got my hands dirty.

Just like the old days: Bolts? We' doan need no stinking bolts!

**krash** · 10-11-2011, 05:14 PM

"Just like the old days: Bolts? We' doan need no stinking bolts!"

Note to self, keep chewin' gum, duct tape and an old wire hanger in the saddlebag

AlabamaNomadRider · 10-11-2011, 05:19 PM

Should have just plucked a big booger and stuck it on. When those things dry you need dynamite to get them off.

macmac · 10-11-2011, 05:38 PM

Bob, You better get some stinkin' bolts man!

**ringadingh** · 10-11-2011, 06:39 PM

Sometimes a length of wire and a roll of ductape can do wonders when problems arise.

10-11-2011, 03:13 PM	#1
bobhamlin Advanced Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Thurmont MD Posts: 760	Not quite baling wire and chewing gum... Yesterday, I went for a short ride and, on the way back, heard a strange sound -- like I had dragged a spray paint can for a split second. I had bought my grandaughter some accessories for her bicycle, had put them in my saddlebag and, when the sound didn't happen again, convinved myself that they were the source of the noise. (I'm gullible at times) Today, riding into DC, I turned a tight right and heard the exact sound again. This time, there was no way the sound originated from inside the bags. Like yesterday, the sound came from the right-hand side. Now, I had a pattern. It had to be the exhaust. As I proceeded to my office, the pipe was hitting the ground more and more (Some rough streets in DC.) It was still dark out. Should I pull over and feel around the hot pipe to confirm what I already knew, or try to make it all the way? I chose to proceed. Upon arrival, I visually confirmed that I was missing those two bolts that attach the pipe to the bag support, then went into the office and ronayers'd to locate what size I needed. I also went scrounging around the office for a coat hangar. Plastic and wood hangars seem to be our preference, but I eventually found one in an empty box in a supply cabinet. Then, I began thinking about the best way to crawl around on the DC street in my office attire to properly use the wire. It eventually dawned on me (duh!) to remove the saddlebag. I had made quick release bolts (see gadget's) so it was no problem. Hardly got my hands dirty. Just like the old days: Bolts? We' doan need no stinking bolts! __________________ Bob Hamlin RC PGR '06 VN1600D6F Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-11-2011, 05:14 PM	#2
krash Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Sutton West Virginia Posts: 430	"Just like the old days: Bolts? We' doan need no stinking bolts!" Note to self, keep chewin' gum, duct tape and an old wire hanger in the saddlebag __________________ Rick (Krash) Kestner Sutton, West Virginia VBA #01448 2008 Metallic Ocean Blue / Neutron Silver *the coolest colors*
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10-11-2011, 05:38 PM	#4
macmac Sr. Contributor Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tamworth New Hampster 06 1600 Posts: 12,484	Bob, You better get some stinkin' bolts man! __________________ 06 1600 Nomad Just call me Mac molon labe come and get it
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10-11-2011, 06:39 PM	#5
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Sometimes a length of wire and a roll of ductape can do wonders when problems arise. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-11-2011, 05:19 PM	#3
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	Should have just plucked a big booger and stuck it on. When those things dry you need dynamite to get them off.
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