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[DRKWNG]

AH!!  Just noticed that the text in that add has the place listed as a four bedroom.  It's actually a 3 bdrm, 2.5 bth

[djrashonal]

so the biggest in that community is a 3 br?

The housing community itself is pretty laid back, so it all depends on your neighbors.  But I will say this, while I was deployed, my ex wife didn't do shit with the yard (or the dog in the yard for that matter) the entire time I was gone.

yea, thats my only concern, we have a little yappy dog, he's an outside dog and is pretty quiet most of the time, but when people come close to our fence he lets us know they're there. I appreciate you (and everyone else) answering my questions. We're getting ready to buy our tickets to visit at the end of june  

I like the fact that base housing there seems to be new, and have garages.
Any issues with the neighbors in regards to how loud the Duc is?

[DRKWNG]

There are four bedroom units there as well.  Just the link that I sent you was miss-advertised as a four bedroom unit.  They look very close to the same.

You don't have to worry about the dog's barking.  My ex pretty much threw Darmah out in the yard and ignored her the entire time I was gone.  The neighbors fed her and from what they told me she barked her ass off all day and night.  Plus, one of my neighbors bred little yippe shit dogs, and they were always making noise.  No one complained. 

Never had any complaints about the bikes either.  Both of mine are... Let's say less than quiet.   

[djrashonal]

There are four bedroom units there as well.  Just the link that I sent you was miss-advertised as a four bedroom unit.  They look very close to the same.

You don't have to worry about the dog's barking.  My ex pretty much threw Darmah out in the yard and ignored her the entire time I was gone.  The neighbors fed her and from what they told me she barked her ass off all day and night.  Plus, one of my neighbors bred little yippe shit dogs, and they were always making noise.  No one complained. 

Never had any complaints about the bikes either.  Both of mine are... Let's say less than quiet.   

Well sir, this seems like the place for us! As far as work goes, is it more prevalent to have spouses work on base or off base? I'm a firefighter by trade and it's usually pretty difficult to get in on the FD's when you're from out of town so I may have to figure something else out. any suggestions? I used to build computers and run a construction company and be a rock climbing instructor - so i've got a variety of skills (but no nun-chuck skills)

[elasticjoe]

I think most neighborhoods are pretty chill.  When I was standing Collection Officer watch on mids working 0300-1500 I'd leave my house at about 0215 and fire up my old monster with termis which was loud as shit and the neighbors never complained.  My golden retreiver has been barking constantly for the last 4 hours too while the cleaning company has been here doing my carpets and not a peep out of the neighbors.

[eltristo]

Just to screw with you all a little, I'd like to mention that I've been in Hawaii for over 5 years now, and traffic aside, still love it.  I've never had a bike stolen, and the first year or so I had a carport.  I paid less than $2000/mo for a three bedroom house in Mililani with a nice yard and views.  I have friends in both Wahiawa and Wainae, and have gone to both places - at night - with no problems.  And I'm a tall skinny white dude. 

Point is, experiences vary.  My feeling is that as long as you don't need road trips to live, you've got a reasonable chance to love it.

[DRKWNG]

You can always check with the Federal Fire Department.  I am not sure if it is actually part of DoD or not, but might be worth looking into, as they are the ones that service all the military installations here.

Fire department is very "local" here.  You pretty much need t be born into it.  I have two friends that are fire captains I could hook you up with but you would have to live here first.

Second thing is I'm always looking for competent Project Managers and one I'd like to replace today.  What kind of construction have you done?

Ah-Ha!!

New name I see. 

[djrashonal]

Yea I'm looking into getting on the fd at the military base here, and once I'm federal hopefully I can transfer.

As far as construction background I used to manage multiple crews for a private residential contractor. I went to school for construction management but got into the FD before I finished. I used to do takeoffs, estimates, and full project schedules. We used to do everything from basic remodels to full new home builds 

experiences seem to vary. I have a feeling when we visit this summer we're gonna fall in love with the place and do everythingwe can to get there 

I love road trips but were super outdoorsy so we can spend our time climbing or hiking or kayaking....and I've always wanted to learn to surf 

[djrashonal]

Airport FD may also be a stand-alone unit.

I do heavy industrial construction but like I said almost always looking for competent managers.  I'd be happy to do an interview if the time comes.

thanks! 

[MadDuck]

Yeah,

I drift in & out a bit.  Looking to sell my Duc anyhow.  Probably CBR 1000 in the future.  Pretty bad when you can consider a HD as a reliability upgrade.  Don't think the S4RS will even make it's 6k check-up.

HD does not equate to Honda. Yes? No?  HD usually equates to Harley Davidson and even with their newfound quality control they still don't have the reliability of a Ducati or, gasp, a Honda CBR.

[DRKWNG]

Don't think the S4RS will even make it's 6k check-up.

What's up with the Super Monster? 

[whackie]

I love road trips but were super outdoorsy so we can spend our time climbing or hiking or kayaking....and I've always wanted to learn to surf 

there's lots of hiking to be had in hawaii. i actually go hiking w/ HTMC. here's their website.

http://htmclub.org/

obviously you can hike on your own, but this group has a lot of experience ppl including a guy that wrote a pretty popular hiking book. they have groups that clear and mark the trail before the club does the hike. they also keep try to keep track of everyone, to make sure we all get out, and have designated sweepers on the hikes. the ages range from college kids to retired ppl. so far my experience has been great w/ them and i've heard only good things about the club. definitely something i would suggest. oh, n they do get access to some restricted hikes... supposedly those are members only.

[MadDuck]

That's actually kind of sad. I know that pain having gone through it with a 999. Basically that is what, in fact, made me sell it. My old Monster was and still is as reliable as they come. So far the 848 is doing good too, knock on wood or whatever. There, now that I've actually said it the thing will bite me in the ass. As for HD, a good friend of mine has one and has spent more than I ever have on all three of the Ducs I've had (mods included) just to keep it running. Everyone's mileage varies I guess. You won't go wrong with the CBR, that's for sure.

[djrashonal]

there's lots of hiking to be had in hawaii. i actually go hiking w/ HTMC. here's their website.

http://htmclub.org/

obviously you can hike on your own, but this group has a lot of experience ppl including a guy that wrote a pretty popular hiking book. they have groups that clear and mark the trail before the club does the hike. they also keep try to keep track of everyone, to make sure we all get out, and have designated sweepers on the hikes. the ages range from college kids to retired ppl. so far my experience has been great w/ them and i've heard only good things about the club. definitely something i would suggest. oh, n they do get access to some restricted hikes... supposedly those are members only.

Thanks for the tip! The site is definitely bookmarked. I find group hiking, climbing, riding are good ways to get to know people so it would be especially good for when we first get there!

[DRKWNG]

Yea, it's sad to hear that the RS is giving problems.  Post up on here though if you think you will end up selling it.  One of the guys who rides with us used to have an S4R, and he misses it.