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Dave & Teds Most Excellent Adventures 2013
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Spyderjockey
New member
Interestin background
Hi Dave,
Thanks again for the great Christmas Card and perfect timing we rec'd. it on Christmas Eve.
Is that a UFO in this posting......sure looks like one. Did you and Teddy get to go for a ride in it?:roflblack::roflblack:
hyea::yes::roflblack::roflblack:
Happy New Year,
Jim
Hi Dave,
Thanks again for the great Christmas Card and perfect timing we rec'd. it on Christmas Eve.
Is that a UFO in this posting......sure looks like one. Did you and Teddy get to go for a ride in it?:roflblack::roflblack:
hyea::yes::roflblack::roflblack:Happy New Year,
Jim
GloryRyders
MOgang Member
Dave, Happy New Year to you and Teddy..............looks like slow but sure is getting the :spyder: done. Hope to see you at Spyderfest this year!:yes:
quickster47
New member
That Teddy boy has become a real Spyder 'junkie' doing just about anything for a free ride.
Carl
Bob Denman
New member
It looks a bit like a transformer that's been caught mid-stride... :shocked:
But it is out of the garage! :2thumbs:
But it is out of the garage! :2thumbs:
CyncySpyder
Teddys favorite human
OK folks, here's an update of whats been going on
My right arm is still messed up and has me pretty limited in my functioning, so much so I've been pretty limited on my internet usage cause even typing causes more pain, so I'm chicken pecking the screen of a tablet right now. Good news is that my new insurance has kicked in and I go to see a specialist after work tomorrow.
A world of thanks goes out to Pete from Kansas City, as many of you know, he made the trip of hundreds of miles to come and spend the weekend helping to get Teds Red Sled put back together and of course, spend some quality schmooz'n time with Teddy.
A couple days after Christmas, KingGeek came over for a few hours and helped us continue the process of the rebuild. Being so close to completion but hampered by my arm, made for a very frustrating Christmas break, so his help was invaluable, not only for getting Teds Red Sled back up and running, but for my own spirits as well. We were so close to actually having it running, but since it had sat so long (since Lamonts Bar-B-Q) the battery was low and it kept trying to turn over and would actually start a couple of times, but soon died after about 20 seconds or so. Seeing a little smoke from the engine area brought some concern, so we thought it best to stop where we were and I'd continue with what I could the following day.
The next day, after having the batter on a charger over night and adding some SeaFoam to the gas tank, I was EUPHORIC when I turned the key & hit the start button and Teds Red Sled roared back to life. I wasn't really sure what to expect with all the mods that we've done, especially with the removal of the stock air intake and the adding of the K n N Intake system from KewlMetal, but she didn't sound all that much louder than before. Doc had told me that the system works well in the RT application, but with having the resonator along with all the side panels off, I kind of expected it to be really loud, but was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't.
I couldn't believe that the bike actually started, and with not throwing a single fault code. I thought for sure I screwed up big time, in forgetting to disconnect the battery before we removed the frunk, as I read somewhere that the ECM is ALWAYS powered & to disconnect the battery before disconnecting anything to it, which I'm sure some of the connections in the frunk area are, so we got lucky there.
I quickly strapped Teddy straight to the back seat and took his Red Sled out for a quick test ryde, just to see if it would actually go without blowing the engine or anything catching on fire. Thats the pictures I posted at the beginning of this new for 2013 thread. And YES, that is actually my neighbors house, a solid silver UFO house. He's right up the street from us, so I snapped a couple pics for all of you to see, that we are still alive and Teds Red Sled is just about ready to once again hit the road and start new Adventures here in 2013., thanks in large part to many of you out there in SpyderLovers land that have helped us in so many ways. THANK YOU ALL:bowdown::bowdown:
My right arm is still messed up and has me pretty limited in my functioning, so much so I've been pretty limited on my internet usage cause even typing causes more pain, so I'm chicken pecking the screen of a tablet right now. Good news is that my new insurance has kicked in and I go to see a specialist after work tomorrow.
A world of thanks goes out to Pete from Kansas City, as many of you know, he made the trip of hundreds of miles to come and spend the weekend helping to get Teds Red Sled put back together and of course, spend some quality schmooz'n time with Teddy.
A couple days after Christmas, KingGeek came over for a few hours and helped us continue the process of the rebuild. Being so close to completion but hampered by my arm, made for a very frustrating Christmas break, so his help was invaluable, not only for getting Teds Red Sled back up and running, but for my own spirits as well. We were so close to actually having it running, but since it had sat so long (since Lamonts Bar-B-Q) the battery was low and it kept trying to turn over and would actually start a couple of times, but soon died after about 20 seconds or so. Seeing a little smoke from the engine area brought some concern, so we thought it best to stop where we were and I'd continue with what I could the following day.
The next day, after having the batter on a charger over night and adding some SeaFoam to the gas tank, I was EUPHORIC when I turned the key & hit the start button and Teds Red Sled roared back to life. I wasn't really sure what to expect with all the mods that we've done, especially with the removal of the stock air intake and the adding of the K n N Intake system from KewlMetal, but she didn't sound all that much louder than before. Doc had told me that the system works well in the RT application, but with having the resonator along with all the side panels off, I kind of expected it to be really loud, but was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't.
I couldn't believe that the bike actually started, and with not throwing a single fault code. I thought for sure I screwed up big time, in forgetting to disconnect the battery before we removed the frunk, as I read somewhere that the ECM is ALWAYS powered & to disconnect the battery before disconnecting anything to it, which I'm sure some of the connections in the frunk area are, so we got lucky there.
I quickly strapped Teddy straight to the back seat and took his Red Sled out for a quick test ryde, just to see if it would actually go without blowing the engine or anything catching on fire. Thats the pictures I posted at the beginning of this new for 2013 thread. And YES, that is actually my neighbors house, a solid silver UFO house. He's right up the street from us, so I snapped a couple pics for all of you to see, that we are still alive and Teds Red Sled is just about ready to once again hit the road and start new Adventures here in 2013., thanks in large part to many of you out there in SpyderLovers land that have helped us in so many ways. THANK YOU ALL:bowdown::bowdown:
eddieshep999
Active member
Dave I see Teddy has a small jacket on but upset about the Spyder - How would you feel if someone put you out in the Snow with
most of your clothes removed !
Just glad to see the progress on the rebuild is well underway - Happy New Year to you both and I do so hope 2013 will be much more kinder to you than 2012 was at least it looks like you turned the corner - judging by the angle of the front wheels
Great photos - As always keep us posted
Eddie Sheppard
Reading UK
most of your clothes removed !
Just glad to see the progress on the rebuild is well underway - Happy New Year to you both and I do so hope 2013 will be much more kinder to you than 2012 was at least it looks like you turned the corner - judging by the angle of the front wheels
Great photos - As always keep us posted
Eddie Sheppard
Reading UK
Bob Denman
New member
Out on the road with a half-nekkid Spyder, a sore arm, a cute dog, and snow on the ground...
It sounds as if it's gonna be a GREAT year! :2thumbs: :roflblack: :firstplace:
Glad to hear that the rate of progress is increasing! :thumbup:
It sounds as if it's gonna be a GREAT year! :2thumbs: :roflblack: :firstplace:
Glad to hear that the rate of progress is increasing! :thumbup:
CyncySpyder
Teddys favorite human
Just can't leave well enough alone
You know how you get used to something, say like your right arm but then all of a sudden, you can't use it anymore. Sure, you can live just fine without it, we're human, we acclimate and make adjustments, but its just NOT the same. Kind of ironic, as I'm not really talking about my arm this time at all, but more along the lines of Teds Red Sled.
Most of you know how I crafted the Teddy-Cam so I could keep an eye on the lil star while we're riding, without having to keep turning around and actually looking at him, adding to the miriads of other distracted drivers out there on the road. The system worked well for the past 2 years, but I (along with Mother Nature) killed the lcd monitor a few months back, leaving me without my constant watchful eye on The Tedster. Ryding without it, after being so use to it, just wasn't the same and my level of apprehension was a little higher, bringing down the enjoyment level just a bit. I mean, we love get'n on it in the twisties, as I'm sure Lamont and MrOrange can attest to after our ryde of The Dragon, HellBender and all the other great roads we did while enjoying Lamonts Bar-B-Q this past year and the year before even.
But without being able to see Teddy, as I said, adds a little concern to the ryde, especially after our first major incident where I thought I had killed the poor lil guy. Some may see a 'Teddy-Cam' as overdoing it, but I see it as doing what I need to do to make sure the lil guy is safe, without adding me as another distracted driver.
So, with all that said, and my buyout check in hand, I was able to find a unit that is actually designed for the outdoor elements, the first on the market, waterproof 7"lcd monitor to replace the one that died. I couldn't believe it when I found it, and they actually warranty it, unlike all other manufacturers . Most that I've seen are NOT for outdoor use, so if it gets wet, your loss. Sure you can try an aqua-box, but even then, its not warrantied, so your still taking your chances. The new one I found is even rated for High Pressure wash downs, like a car wash, tho I had to laugh when I read the claim that the unit was 'EXPLOSION PROOF!!!' Huh??? Yeah right, are we talking like M80, hand granade, dynomite or what??? Til my brother clued me in that in the industry, it means that the unit can be used in volotile conditions like gas filled rooms and the unit will not produce any sparks to 'CAUSE' an explosion. Still gave me a chuckle tho....
So now, having the new unit in hand, Teds Red Sled is now even more apart than in the pictures, as I'm having to rewire the entire bike to add the new 'Teddy-Cam' along with a rear view camera so I can also see behind when we're on road trips and pulling the camper, which is actually a little taller than the Spyder, leaving me guessing when its in tow. I've added a Moto-Lite fuse block to wire everything in and not give Teds Red Sled indigestion by all the power draws, hopefully keeping all its systems nice and happy.
Doc, as soon as I get home from work today, I'm going to take one more reading of the belt tension, and finally get your tensioner back in the mail to you. My heartfelt thanks for all your assistance these past few months and I also apologize for keeping it so long, and for everyone else waiting so long who have been wanting to try it out as well. Its been a long time getting to this point, but dare I say it, we're almost there.
You know how you get used to something, say like your right arm but then all of a sudden, you can't use it anymore. Sure, you can live just fine without it, we're human, we acclimate and make adjustments, but its just NOT the same. Kind of ironic, as I'm not really talking about my arm this time at all, but more along the lines of Teds Red Sled.
Most of you know how I crafted the Teddy-Cam so I could keep an eye on the lil star while we're riding, without having to keep turning around and actually looking at him, adding to the miriads of other distracted drivers out there on the road. The system worked well for the past 2 years, but I (along with Mother Nature) killed the lcd monitor a few months back, leaving me without my constant watchful eye on The Tedster. Ryding without it, after being so use to it, just wasn't the same and my level of apprehension was a little higher, bringing down the enjoyment level just a bit. I mean, we love get'n on it in the twisties, as I'm sure Lamont and MrOrange can attest to after our ryde of The Dragon, HellBender and all the other great roads we did while enjoying Lamonts Bar-B-Q this past year and the year before even.
But without being able to see Teddy, as I said, adds a little concern to the ryde, especially after our first major incident where I thought I had killed the poor lil guy. Some may see a 'Teddy-Cam' as overdoing it, but I see it as doing what I need to do to make sure the lil guy is safe, without adding me as another distracted driver.
So, with all that said, and my buyout check in hand, I was able to find a unit that is actually designed for the outdoor elements, the first on the market, waterproof 7"lcd monitor to replace the one that died. I couldn't believe it when I found it, and they actually warranty it, unlike all other manufacturers . Most that I've seen are NOT for outdoor use, so if it gets wet, your loss. Sure you can try an aqua-box, but even then, its not warrantied, so your still taking your chances. The new one I found is even rated for High Pressure wash downs, like a car wash, tho I had to laugh when I read the claim that the unit was 'EXPLOSION PROOF!!!' Huh??? Yeah right, are we talking like M80, hand granade, dynomite or what??? Til my brother clued me in that in the industry, it means that the unit can be used in volotile conditions like gas filled rooms and the unit will not produce any sparks to 'CAUSE' an explosion. Still gave me a chuckle tho....
So now, having the new unit in hand, Teds Red Sled is now even more apart than in the pictures, as I'm having to rewire the entire bike to add the new 'Teddy-Cam' along with a rear view camera so I can also see behind when we're on road trips and pulling the camper, which is actually a little taller than the Spyder, leaving me guessing when its in tow. I've added a Moto-Lite fuse block to wire everything in and not give Teds Red Sled indigestion by all the power draws, hopefully keeping all its systems nice and happy.
Doc, as soon as I get home from work today, I'm going to take one more reading of the belt tension, and finally get your tensioner back in the mail to you. My heartfelt thanks for all your assistance these past few months and I also apologize for keeping it so long, and for everyone else waiting so long who have been wanting to try it out as well. Its been a long time getting to this point, but dare I say it, we're almost there.
currin20fan
GOS member (Girls On Spyders)
Dave & Teddy
You have been put through the wringer and I sure was glad to see the Sled out of the garage. Do keep us posted too on that arm. Its got to be well before spyderfest! :yes:
You have been put through the wringer and I sure was glad to see the Sled out of the garage. Do keep us posted too on that arm. Its got to be well before spyderfest! :yes:
MarkLawson
RT-S PE#0031
I'm glad to see progress again. I would be worried that I'd have forgotten critical details learned during disassembly to reassemble with confidence. Glad you're doing such a great job!
I'm also please that you'll see your doctor soon. Keeping you in my prayers.
I'm also please that you'll see your doctor soon. Keeping you in my prayers.
CyncySpyder
Teddys favorite human
WOW, can you believe its been 116 days since our last real ryde???
I had to go thru Teds 2012 thread to find the actual date of our last ryde, and it was on 9/9/2012 coming back home from Lamonts Bar-B-Q when our rear tire went flat, just as we came off our home exit.....116 days ago:shocked:
Had an issue with the Xenon Depot HID foglights, where I thought I had been sent the wrong kit, as the connections wouldn't hook up with the OEM connector. I sent Steve (Xenon Depot/KBcarStuff-Site Sponsor) a PM about the issue and Danny gave me a call back, as Steve is off til Friday. After a little talking, I went out to the garage to verify what we got, and Danny let me know that we did in fact get the correct kit. So why doesn't the connections match up? Well duh Dave! Try connecting it at the right spot and see if that workspps: Hey, its been 116 days since our last ryde, gimme a break:banghead: I'm lucky I'm not in some mental ward from depression and suicide attempts, ok?:lecturef_smilie:
So yeah, BRAINFART ALERT*** as Danny pointed out, its pretty much drill the hole in the cap and then its plug in play (to the correct wire) I realized all was right once again, and we'll be installing the HID fogs tonight after I get back home from my Dr's appointment about my arm. Still got things torn apart, figuring out the best way to go about all the wiring for the Teddy-Cam system and also his heated seat for the winter time rydes, but its almost there.
Was 21 degrees this morning on the way in to work. Gee, I hope I haven't gained too much weight to fit into my 1stGear Thermo Riding Suit, as it was a bit snug from last season, and I know I've gained a little since thenpps:
I'm hoping to have us back on the road by this weekend:yes::bowdown:
I had to go thru Teds 2012 thread to find the actual date of our last ryde, and it was on 9/9/2012 coming back home from Lamonts Bar-B-Q when our rear tire went flat, just as we came off our home exit.....116 days ago:shocked:
Had an issue with the Xenon Depot HID foglights, where I thought I had been sent the wrong kit, as the connections wouldn't hook up with the OEM connector. I sent Steve (Xenon Depot/KBcarStuff-Site Sponsor) a PM about the issue and Danny gave me a call back, as Steve is off til Friday. After a little talking, I went out to the garage to verify what we got, and Danny let me know that we did in fact get the correct kit. So why doesn't the connections match up? Well duh Dave! Try connecting it at the right spot and see if that works
pps: Hey, its been 116 days since our last ryde, gimme a break:banghead: I'm lucky I'm not in some mental ward from depression and suicide attempts, ok?:lecturef_smilie:So yeah, BRAINFART ALERT*** as Danny pointed out, its pretty much drill the hole in the cap and then its plug in play (to the correct wire) I realized all was right once again, and we'll be installing the HID fogs tonight after I get back home from my Dr's appointment about my arm. Still got things torn apart, figuring out the best way to go about all the wiring for the Teddy-Cam system and also his heated seat for the winter time rydes, but its almost there.
Was 21 degrees this morning on the way in to work. Gee, I hope I haven't gained too much weight to fit into my 1stGear Thermo Riding Suit, as it was a bit snug from last season, and I know I've gained a little since then
pps: I'm hoping to have us back on the road by this weekend:yes::bowdown:
Bob Denman
New member
Tell teddy to stop giving you so many snacks... 
That'll help keep Firstgear as your "onlygear" :thumbup:
I'm amazed at how far this project has taken you... and us! :clap: :2thumbs:
That'll help keep Firstgear as your "onlygear" :thumbup:I'm amazed at how far this project has taken you... and us! :clap: :2thumbs:
GloryRyders
MOgang Member
Dave, as long as it's all back together by mid-April that you can make Spyderfest. The MoGang is looking forward to seeing their honorary mascot!:yes: That's Teddy, in case you were wondering!:roflblack:
CyncySpyder
Teddys favorite human
When I originally injured my arm, I went to my General Practitioner within a day or two, cause the pain from my elbow was so bad, I couldn't even turn a key in the ignition of our car. I pretty much assumed & my doctor concured from her assesment that I hadn't broken it, but more than likely had soft tissue damage. She gave me some muscle relaxers and suggested ice/heat therapy and to limit use as much as possible which I've been doing since. Here we are 6 weeks later, the pain is a constant 2 on a 10 point scale with bursts of 8-9 if I try to make that certain move with my hand, like applying pressure using my thumb, to as where before, that same motion was off the charts, dibilitating whee I'd immidiately drop or release whatever it was I was trying to do. At least now, I can do those things, just grinning and bearing it, but by no means is this a comfortable way to live. So I went to a hand surgery specialist who deals in everything hand, wrist, forearm and elbow related.
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