PC attacks defenseless truck.

Indian_fan · August 21, 2016, 14:58:01 PM

I already had the rechargeable batteries for the weed whacker, so just needed to purchase the bare tool. Well worth the 49.99 plus tax, and it has applications such as drywall screw installation, removing just about anything that might be rusted on, etc. Some things are just better to go with, and ask forgiveness later if needed...
The trip was much needed for me and oldest son, so there was more there than just picking up a motorcycle.

CDNRatMan · August 21, 2016, 14:39:43 PM

ok so St. Mrs Indian_fan lets you take her first born on a road trip to pick up a damaged motorcycle for a over night trip, to met someone you only met on the internet and who could be a serial something, she also lets you purchase an impact driver to work on this massively damaged motorcycle. Boy have you got a St. for a spouse she must be a lovely person. Now you and the boys have winter project to work on........

Indian_fan · August 21, 2016, 11:57:40 AM

P.S. The cordless drill in the picture is an impact driver. I should have mentioned that, as I'm not sure you can tell in the pic, and its far and above what a standard drill/driver is.

pcarrell · August 21, 2016, 10:55:33 AM

I thought the frame was tweeked in the front down tubes? Thought the steering yoke was cocked at an angle slightly.

BTW, hows the Mrs. like her new seat?

Also, they sent me back the title. Said it was old enough that they didn't need it after all. I'll send it to you.

....and yes, it was quite the wild ride!

CDNRatMan · August 20, 2016, 20:45:08 PM

was wondering how long it was going to take to get her off the trailer........

Indian_fan · August 20, 2016, 19:41:27 PM

Figured this might be about the best place to do this. I have Nadine home and moved from the pickup into the trailer. On a side note, I almost sold the trailer recently, but now am glad I didn't as I have a good place out of the weather to store Nadine & parts. Unfortunately, I didn't think to get pictures when PC and I met up and were talking at the salvage yard in Indianapolis.
Going through the bike so far, it's obvious PC had a guardian angel watching him that day in June. See the picture of the fuel injector/mister sheared off too see how violent the collision was (not to mention the mangled front end). To have the presence of mind to jump off just prior to impact...
When she was still on the back of the pickup, I charged the battery for a few minutes, then...she started! I only let Nadine run for a second or two before shutting her off, but i wanted to see if it would still run. I was impressed. I know someone mentioned above that the frame was bent, but I haven't been able to find where yet. I'm wondering if it's going to be worth a new radiator, front forks/front end, a salvage title and some loving to put her back on the road. So until I decide what exactly I am going to do with the rest - so far I've put the seat and saddlebags on my bike, and plan to put the windshield and rear trunk on once I have new brackets made for the trunk at least - I think she will stay in the trailer.
And the cordless driver in the picture is intentional - get one if you don't have one! I purchased it today to help with loosening some of the rusted on & loctite secured bolts, and don't know how I did without one of those for so long. It makes it so easy.

pcarrell · July 28, 2016, 09:32:02 AM

Thought maybe you'd been dieting.

CDNRatMan · July 27, 2016, 22:22:46 PM

PC you have to know that, that fella is far to skinny to be me.......If I jumped in the pool like that the water would all vanish.

pcarrell · July 26, 2016, 17:12:06 PM

Ratman's at it again! Keep him up north!

pcarrell · July 26, 2016, 17:11:38 PM

Quote from: Indian_fan on July 24, 2016, 22:39:10 PM
Out of curiosity (it hasn't killed me...yet), what kind of boot were you wearing? I doubt that would make any difference in a wreck like yours, but thought I would ask.

I was wearing my SAS walking shoes (shame on me), but my leg was severed mostly above my usual boots, so it wouldn't have mattered really I don't think.

DC · July 25, 2016, 22:37:30 PM

Quote from: greenbarn on July 25, 2016, 21:29:24 PM
The night watch lady sent me this one from the security camera....

I just knew it. THERE'S the proof!

greenbarn · July 25, 2016, 21:29:24 PM

Quote from: DC on July 24, 2016, 20:31:46 PM
So now you are denying it!

Say anyone of you that were there have those pics of Ratman in the pool?

The night watch lady sent me this one from the security camera....

Indian_fan · July 24, 2016, 22:39:10 PM

So glad to hear of your recovery PC! I know there's still more recovery to come, but there's Grace for that as well. Out of curiosity (it hasn't killed me...yet), what kind of boot were you wearing? I doubt that would make any difference in a wreck like yours, but thought I would ask.

DC · July 24, 2016, 20:31:46 PM

Quote from: CDNRatMan on July 23, 2016, 22:18:28 PM
actually I never even went into the pool...lol.......

So now you are denying it!

Say anyone of you that were there have those pics of Ratman in the pool?

pcarrell · July 24, 2016, 09:17:14 AM

Quote from: Ironworking on July 23, 2016, 16:38:14 PM
Too bad i can't pass my magic wand over your foot and make things B2N. Back to natural!

Wish I had that magic wand about now!

CDNRatMan · July 23, 2016, 22:18:28 PM

actually I never even went into the pool...lol.......

DC · July 23, 2016, 22:07:18 PM

Quote from: CDNRatMan on July 23, 2016, 14:53:25 PM
PC buddy.......understand that GB was there to help give you some peace of mind prior to his arrival in Sparta. Now before you hear from them liars that will try to deframe my wonderful person, I was not asked to leave the pool area, I was not asked to leave the motel, nor was I at any time in police custody. However John did enough tormenting me that I did not miss you in the least bit. Now I am heading west and will be thinking of sending you some pictures to cheer you up......

Oh no!!!! Did you do something in the pool?

Ironworking · July 23, 2016, 16:38:14 PM

Quote from: pcarrell on July 23, 2016, 11:30:15 AM
That sounds like quite a ride there Ironworking. Glad it wasn't worse!

Thank you. Too bad i can't pass my magic wand over your foot and make things B2N. Back to natural!

pcarrell · July 23, 2016, 15:21:41 PM

My doctor says I should be resting and recuperating. I have a feeling that those pics you want to send me will not allow for any rest at all, so I'll politely decline.

CDNRatMan · July 23, 2016, 14:53:25 PM

PC buddy.......understand that GB was there to help give you some peace of mind prior to his arrival in Sparta. Now before you hear from them liars that will try to deframe my wonderful person, I was not asked to leave the pool area, I was not asked to leave the motel, nor was I at any time in police custody. However John did enough tormenting me that I did not miss you in the least bit. Now I am heading west and will be thinking of sending you some pictures to cheer you up......

pcarrell · July 23, 2016, 11:30:15 AM

That sounds like quite a ride there Ironworking. Glad it wasn't worse!

Ironworking · July 22, 2016, 23:48:46 PM

I don't know you man, an i am very new to VDR. I've taken a few hard spills and that one is worse than anything i've had to endure. Sucks it happened to you; an really glad it hasn't happened to me! I hit a not so bright woman in SLC, UT. She did a ballistic left turn with no blinker right in front of me. We both were in the opposing inside lanes of a four lane street in the downtownish area. Like you i tried my best to avoid the unavoidable. To no avail !!! Five witness' said that me and the bike did 3, yes 3 flips before hitting the pavement. That bike had much the same damage as yours. The datsun station wagon that chick was driving flipped over on it's side an spun about 130 degrees. That was the worst accident of my riding career. Permanent torn left rotator cup, fractured left clavicle, some minor road rash, and thanks to The Lord my God i was wearing a half helmet that almost always collects dust!

pcarrell · July 21, 2016, 09:48:35 AM

A teleporter would have been most handy to have that day!

mittico68 · July 20, 2016, 09:00:15 AM

Geee, I can feel the shock you've got at that time...but I won't ever be able to feel the pain...
There's one thing I can not stand about traffic: stupid people doing STUPID manouvres in front of me!!!
I wish I could have a teleporter on ma-deuce, just to be able to avoid them... or maybe could be better a bazooka!

pcarrell · July 19, 2016, 13:03:11 PM

I happened to be going by the site of the accident with my camera today, so I thought you'd all like to see just exactly how long my skid mark was (about 15 feet or so) and how long I had to react to this truck that was suddenly blocked my path. Remember, I was doing 50mph and the truck was basically a brick wall since it was moving 90 degrees from my direction.

This skid mark is now 5 weeks old, has been through several gully washers, and loads of traffic as it's on a main drag, and yet it's still quite visible in the middle of the lane.