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Started by irridium, March 22, 2011, 01:40:37 PM

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ducatiz

#15
March 24, 2011, 05:47:14 AM
Whatever happened to that guy who was doing tire changes and servicing in his garage?

I forgot his name, it was something Turkish or Greek or Armenian. 
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The Mad King Pepe'

#16
March 24, 2011, 06:01:23 AM
Quote from: Ducatician on March 24, 2011, 04:52:30 AM
As I recall, the rider formerly known as tuanogus formerly known as sugonaut found this: http://www.ditymechanics.com/
Cool, but I was thinking of something more social with a bit of tutoring thrown in if needed.
First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Socialist.
Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Trade Unionist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me--and there was no one left to speak for me.

696DCRider

#17
March 24, 2011, 07:02:51 AM
I don't have a garage to offer, but I would probably come and hang out.  I could probably offer a few tips and learn a few things too.  I just adjusted my chain this past weekend, so I have a good idea of how to do that.

Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 24, 2011, 06:01:23 AM
Cool, but I was thinking of something more social with a bit of tutoring thrown in if needed.

Meerkat

#18
March 24, 2011, 07:24:26 AM
Quote from: ducatiz on March 24, 2011, 05:47:14 AM
Whatever happened to that guy who was doing tire changes and servicing in his garage?

I forgot his name, it was something Turkish or Greek or Armenian. 

I never new about this guy. Only Mike, currently a Midas employee, who doesn't have much free time to do things and is therefore hard as hell to schedule.
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bikepilot

#19
March 24, 2011, 07:34:04 AM
I have garage space.  I just moved though and its in a bit of a state of disarray - should have it tidied up before too long though.  Also the air compressor is currently not useable as the new garage doesn't have the 220v power necessary to run the compressor (I'll fix that shortly too).  I've got a moderate assortment of hand tools, a couple of rear stands (DSS only).  Most of my power tools are air though...

I don't have any duc-specific tools or shims. 

Anyway, its available such as it is. I'm in Annandale VA.

I won't volunteer just yet to work on other people's bikes but can probably give pointers as needed for most stuff.  I'm not a ducati expert, but have done most everything there is to do as far as servicing/rebuilding to an assortment of other bikes.

I don't have a tire changer.  I've changed sport bike tires with regular dirt bike levers, but its a pita.
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Artful

#20
March 24, 2011, 07:46:07 AM
For everything short of the valve clearance check you are more than welcome to use my garage. I have all the tools you would need, you would just need to bring oil and a filter.

On April 9th I'm hosting a ride n' wrench at my place in northern Baltimore. Any and all are welcome to come, probably a three hour ride followed by a wrenching session in the garage (with beer).
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Slide Panda

#21
March 24, 2011, 08:56:34 AM
Quote from: Ducatician on March 24, 2011, 04:52:30 AM
As I recall, the rider formerly known as tuanogus formerly known as sugonaut found this: http://www.ditymechanics.com/

Problem is, for the stuff you need a garage for on a bike, it's really due to time. Like if you check your valves and find one out of spec enough to need a new one - you'll be days waiting on the new shim unless you've got a kit. And you'll eat up a ton of time getting the bike to, from, and back to a state you could work on the valves if you're using a place like that.

For most other stuff, you don't really need garage space - I've done plenty of work in my condo parking lot. Yeah, might be against my assoc rules... but f those guys.

As I've offered before, I'll do so again - If someone needs a consult or just a more experienced head around I'm happy to help as available. And if you come to me, I've got a pretty hefty suite of tools, including a crank turner etc.
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Artful

#22
March 24, 2011, 09:02:18 AM
I've got a crank turner as well, but she's out of town that weekend - HAY-O!
Every time I meet a new group of your friends that understand you and your weird sense of humor I'm a little more amazed that there are other people in the world like you that lived through childhood - My loving girlfriend

ducatiz

#23
March 24, 2011, 09:18:42 AM
Quote from: Ducatician on March 24, 2011, 07:24:26 AM
I never new about this guy. Only Mike, currently a Midas employee, who doesn't have much free time to do things and is therefore hard as hell to schedule.


it's been about a year since he disappeared.  he had a website and everything -- maybe a race team too?  someone has to know.
Check out my oil filter forensics thread!                     Offended? Click here
"Yelling out of cars, turning your speakers out the window to blast your music onto the street, setting off M-80 firecrackers, firing automatic weapons into the airâ€"these are all well and good. But none of them create a merry atmosphere of insouciance and bonhomie quite like a revving motorcycle.

Artful

#24
March 24, 2011, 09:24:36 AM
I saw him over the winter, seemed like he had about a thousand irons in the fire.
Every time I meet a new group of your friends that understand you and your weird sense of humor I'm a little more amazed that there are other people in the world like you that lived through childhood - My loving girlfriend

ducatiz

#25
March 24, 2011, 09:29:36 AM
Quote from: Artful on March 24, 2011, 09:24:36 AM
I saw him over the winter, seemed like he had about a thousand irons in the fire.

WHO?
Check out my oil filter forensics thread!                     Offended? Click here
"Yelling out of cars, turning your speakers out the window to blast your music onto the street, setting off M-80 firecrackers, firing automatic weapons into the airâ€"these are all well and good. But none of them create a merry atmosphere of insouciance and bonhomie quite like a revving motorcycle.

Artful

#26
March 24, 2011, 09:33:16 AM
Lol Mike. I take it you were referring to the mysterious other guy. Don't know him.
Every time I meet a new group of your friends that understand you and your weird sense of humor I'm a little more amazed that there are other people in the world like you that lived through childhood - My loving girlfriend

The Mad King Pepe'

#27
March 24, 2011, 10:10:10 AM
I had Mike (shop in Gaithersburg) work on both my bikes last year and he did a great job. Great pricing too, probably does need to manage his time better tho. Other than that I can only give him  [thumbsup] for the work.
First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Socialist.
Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Trade Unionist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me--and there was no one left to speak for me.

irridium

#28
March 24, 2011, 11:18:03 AM
This is a great forum, didn't know there were so many monsters in the area!  I've heard good things about Mike, only thing is Coleman is about 20 minutes from me, I'll check with them to see what the turnaround time is.  Too bad Ducpond is so far....

Slide Panda

#29
March 24, 2011, 11:34:20 AM
yeah, the pond is far, but flexible. I bet that if you called and arranged it properly you could probably ride out for the service while you cool your heals and ride home.

Obviously they would need some lead time if you're trying to make an appointment like that - It can't hurt to call.
-Throttle's on the right, so are the brakes.  Good luck.
- '00 M900S with all the farkles
- '08 KTM 690 StupidMoto
- '07 Triumph 675 Track bike.
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