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OldSchool_IsCool
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Joined: January 24, 2011 3:16 am
Topics: 18 / Replies: 450
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RE: New Comers Questions.

I drive a '82 Goldwing with a double-wide sidecar (Auburn Gemini, been out of print for quite a while). I have no SC brake, no electric lean (aka ele...

9 years ago
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RE: Which side?

Welcome Wookie, Yes, the problem with sidecars on the opposite side of the local norm is that you have to put significant parts of your rig at ri...

9 years ago
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RE: Looking into getting my first sidecar

Paperback? Actually there is! Check with Jay at DMC Sidecars (or their website) for a mighty fine piece of ligature on many subjects, inducing side ...

10 years ago
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RE: Looking into getting my first sidecar

I'm not an instructor nor a builder, so take my advise accordingly. That being said, if anyone coming across this thread is an instructor or builder ...

10 years ago
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RE: Hey

You can deal with the lack of reverse by developing a parking strategy, no joke. Pull thru spots are gold! Spots that slope UP or are flat are the n...

10 years ago
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RE: new ural or new hack?

Actually, a big (as in wide) car is easier for the beginner as it's less likely to tip on right turns. You will have a bit more push and pull on acce...

10 years ago
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RE: Hey

If you opt for a Wing and plan to use the mounts you have, make sure the Wing you get is the same year or at least the same frame style. The wing wil...

10 years ago
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RE: Hey

Welcome to the slightly off-center world of sidecars, Red! Yes, Jay is top notch, no doubt, as are the vast majority of vendors/ posters here. As f...

10 years ago
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RE: Looking into getting my first sidecar

Welcome to the Slightly Off-Centered World of Sidecars Dan! I can second the notion of an OldWing as a tug. Pulls like a freight train and easy ...

10 years ago
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RE: left hand sidecar

My apologies for being snarky. It's your project, your money. Just make sure you are fully aware of the challenges of building a rig contrary to loc...

10 years ago
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RE: left hand sidecar

Novelty Purposes? That will be a rather expensive ornament, be it in your driveway or in the grill of that Kenworth you saw too late while passing.

10 years ago
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RE: added weight

Rotometals.com has lead in Verious forms. I'm thinking either the recovered led ingot or the unwashed lead shot in ammo cans. The 50# of sand in a d...

10 years ago
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RE: Which side for the Hack?

Check with your local constable about laws, but typically the hack is placed on the same side as the passenger would ride in your automobile. The pra...

10 years ago
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RE: Switching to a car tire on the rear of my 1994 GL1500

Check the forums at www.goldwingfacts.com. Search for the term "darkside". Lots of opinions on the practice, particularly when it comes to 2-wheeler...

10 years ago
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RE: Velorex easy entry modification

Johnny Sweet did the work and created the post. I know that post, complete with pics, is on here somewhere. You might want to email Johnny. ...

10 years ago
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