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A FEW WORDS FROM THE DEVIL–Hey this is a cool project we did some minor work on the stainless pipes then Hands Off took care of polishing recently. It belongs to a very cool couple and they have been taking it to shows and doing well enough to be invited to a show in Daytona. If you want I will ask them to do a small write up to post on Bikernet.
Kent – AKA ? The Devil
We finally got all the bits together last weekend and the bike goes to the dealer for shipment to Daytona on Friday. I thought since you had a hand in the way things look you might want to see how it came out. Thanks for your help, wish us luck in the final judging in Daytona. If you or anyone you know is heading out to Daytona for bike week, tell them to stop by the Ducati tent across from the racetrack on Saturday the 12th. that’s when the judging will be held and they can come out and vote for the bike from Texas. Actually any day before Saturday is good for voting. Maybe see ya there and again, Thanks.
Kyle & Al Brussich
METAL CLASS WITH MR. BAAS–Bandit,Just want to say you are doing great things withthose mags..gonna get a lot of people to start lookingat them again! Also give Layla a little extra onValentines. I know she has been working to keepBikernet going while you are tied up with the mags andshe is doing a great job! I also wanted to thank y?allfor all you’ve done to support out class project bikebuilds. This years will definitely go in the historybooks for a new way to think about education, fundingand ways to get students excited about school again.
The current status on what has been donated youprobably saw in my YOUR SHOT post. I am trying to geta BDL belt drive for this project. Any chance you havea connection there I could contact? That is the mainbig piece we are missing to get the bike done. Also Ihave tons of pictures and will be taking tons more asthe build progresses. If you want first crack to anarticle on this one I can send em your way.
The bikewill be displayed at the Donnie Smith invitationalMarch 19th and will be on top of the donated bikelift. There will be a ceremony at the show whereSonny Barger, Donnie Smith, and Dave Perewitz will besigning the bike lift and officially giving thereblessings on my program and what we do. Any chance youcan get to MN on the 19th? The weather is beautifulhere…trust me!
Kevin Baas
BAAS METAL CRAFT
Custom made steel signs, art, furniture and fabricated parts.
http://www.baasmetalcraft.com
952-215-1252
“When in doubt, burn out!”
BASTARD PANHEAD– Hey brother. Thought I would send you guys a few pictures of my bastardchild. It started as a 63 Panhead engine, and went downhill from there. Letme know what ya think. It defiantly gets a lot of attention down here inSouth Georgia.
Bill
A NEW BOOK FROM TIM REMUS AND WOLFGANG PUBLICATIONS–
Airbrush Art
How to Secrets from the Masters
Like a video done with still photography, this new book from Wolfgang Publications is made up entirely of photo sequences that illustrate each small step in the creation of an airbrushed masterpiece. Watch as well-known masters like Vince Goodeve, Chris Cruz, Steve Wizard and Nick Pastura start with a sketch and end with a NASCAR helmet or motorcycle tank covered with graphics, murals, pinups or all of the above.
Interviews explain each artist?s preference for paint and equipment, and secrets learned over decades of painting. Projects include a chrome eagle surrounded by reality flames, a series of murals, and a variety of graphic designs.
It?s hard to have a how-to-paint book without plenty of color images, and this one uses nearly 500 all-color images spread across 144 pages to explain each step ? from the initial layout to the application of paint – necessary for the creation of a masterful airbrushed image. This is a great book for anyone who takes their airbrushing seriously and wants to learn more. Advanced Airbrush Art can be ordered for $24.95 + $5.50 S&H (in the US) from Wolfgang Publications at www.wolfgangpublications.com or by calling their 24 hour order line: 651 275 9411.
Irony at it?s finest?Helen Wolfe
Corporate Lesson #1–
A man is getting into the shower just as his wife is finishing up hershower when the doorbell rings. After a few seconds of arguing over whichone should go and answer the doorbell, the wife gives up, quickly wrapsherselfup in a towel and runs downstairs. When she opens the door, there standsBob, the next door neighbor.
Before she could say a word, Bob says, “I’ll give you $800 to drop thattowel that you have on.”After thinking for a moment, the woman drops her towel and stands nakedinfront of Bob.
After a few seconds, Bob hands her 800 dollars and leaves. Confused, butexcited about her good fortune, the woman wraps back up in the towel andgoes back upstairs. When she gets back to the bathroom, her husband asksfrom the shower, “Who was that?”
“It was Bob the next door neighbor,” she replies.
“Great!” the husband says, “Did he say anything about the $800 he owesme?”
Moral of the story: If you share critical information pertaining tocreditand risk with your shareholders in time, you may be in a position toprevent avoidable exposure.
Corporate Lesson #2
A priest was driving along and saw a nun on the side of the road. Hestopped and offered her a lift, which she accepted. She got in and crossedher legs, forcing her gown to open and reveal a lovely leg. The priesthadalook and nearly had an accident. After controlling the car, he stealthilyslid his hand up her leg. The nun looked at him and immediately said,
“Father, remember Psalm 129?”
The priest was flustered and apologized profusely. He forced himself toremove his hand. Changing gear, he let his hand slide up her leg again.
The nun once again said, “Father, remember Psalm 129?” Once again thepriest apologized, “Sorry, Sister, but the flesh is weak.”
Arriving at the convent, the nun got out gave him a meaningful glance andwent on her way.
Upon his arrival at the church, the priest rushed to retrieve a bible andlooked up Psalm 129. It Said, “Go forth and seek, further up, you willfindglory.”
Moral of the story: If you are not well informed in your job, you mightmiss a great opportunity.
RevCarl
NEW PM SITE–We totally redid our site; it rocks! Check out the new wheel selector. Pick a bike, and try on any of our wheels! This thing also has all of our project bikes, tech info, pricing and you can order our catalog without ever getting out of your damn chair! http://www.performancemachine.com.
TRUE STORY FOR BIKERNET– I haven’t updated it because the lawsuit isn’t over yet, however after 17 shattered bones and 5 mths of recovering I took my 1st ride after the wreck Nov 18th. Since then I’ve put a few hundred local miles on our remaining bike, the sporty.http://www.members.aol.com/LadyHDSportster/ROT.html
250 RIGHT SIDE DRIVE FROM AMERICAN THUNDER–Softail owners lusting after the wide-tire look should consider American Thunder?s new 250 Right Side Drive kit. Not only do you get a 250 Avon tire, aluminum rim, swingarm and rear fender. You also get all the parts necessary to convert the stock transmission to right side drive for a more balanced motorcycle.
Conversion requires only about 8 hours of labor, not including paint, and can be performed by any qualified Harley-Davidson dealership or aftermarket shop. Kits come complete with all necessary parts and hardware and it all Harley-Davidson Softail chassis from 2000 to 2005. For prices and information, contact:
American Thunder
16760 Toronto Ave. S.E.
Prior Lake, MN 55372
Phone 952-226-1180
http://www.americanthunder.com
NEW DECORATIVE WHEEL WEIGHTS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON–
Balance Laced, Forged or Cast Wheels with Custom Detail
MILWAUKEE (Jan. 15, 2005) ? Harley-Davidson riders can get balanced in style with new Decorative Wheel Weights ($4.00 to $6.50) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. Designed to replace unattractive lead or zinc wheel-balance weights, these chrome-plated weights come in a variety of custom designs to match Genuine Motor Accessories component collections or the personal style of any rider. Each of the weights can be used with Harley-Davidson original equipment or accessory wheels.
Adhesive rim-mounted weights for cast or forged wheels are offered in three designs: Bar & Shield, Flame, and Skull, each in ?-ounce and ?-ounce weight. For laced wheels, chose from the Dagger, the Coffin or the Bar & Shield spoke-mounted weights in ?-ounce, ?-ounce and one-ounce sizes.
THAT?S IT–I was able to catch up on all my accounting this week, so next week will be filled day after day with content. A few of the projects around here include Bandit working on his Sturgis Shovel. Here?s a peak at the beginnings of an exhaust system, and his seat finished and ready for placement.
As for the Headquarters, the painting will be finished tomorrow, carpet is due on the 11th, installation early next week and hopefully the blond and I will be able to move in to our rooms before we head out to Indy.
I?m sure there?s much more going on but I?m too fried to think that hard. Keep checking back for new content cause it?s here and ready to post. Also, if you?re not a Cantina member, please join. We get so many people writing us, thanking us for this site and joining the Cantina is one way of helping us to continue, to show your support.
I?m outta here, but I?ll be back same time, same place next week. Have a great weekend!
Layla
