Not complaining at all. I restored my first 69' Ambo in my 12x10 storage unit. Had to drag parts home that required any type of electricity attention. No electricity and NO heat in winter sure made it fun. :) Sure is fun trying to assemble a 4 speed with numb fingers. At least this time I have electricity and heat now.
Paul Richmond, Va 73 Eldo custom project 76 T3 basket ----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert Hawkes" <3haw-@bluefrognet.net> To: <Loopfram-@topica.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 14, 2002 9:25 PM Subject: Re: "Modern" Guzzis?
Hey Paul, don't complain too much. I installed a Nikasil piston kit on my 1969 Ambo in my 36 square foot shed in the dead of winter. Being skinny comes in handy sometime. Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: Paul Linn <paul-@attbi.com> To: <Loopfram-@topica.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 14, 2002 5:18 PM Subject: Re: "Modern" Guzzis?
Gee wish I had a garage to build my "modern" Guzzi in and people to stop
by
and help. :) Guess I have to settle for the utility closet in my
apartment
instead.
Paul Richmond, Va 73 Eldo custom project 76 T3 basket ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Washburn" <guzzi-@aol.com> To: <Loopfram-@topica.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 14, 2002 5:10 PM Subject: "Modern" Guzzis?
About Loops Vs. "modern" Guzzis: When I started my Eldo/SP project I gave up my daily driver '73 Eldo in a partial trade for a new Jackal.
I
figured I needed a reliable ride to get to work during my restoration. The Jackal has been that and more. No problems and great power and handling. The longer wheelbase and raked front end make it so stable that it is confidence inspiring at speeds that are only legal in
select
Western states.
My plan was to sell the Jackal when the Loop was done but I think it
has
earned its place in the garage. It is not as lovely as the Eldo but
as
basic transportation, I am satisfied ;)
I took the Eldo down South to Winchester VA a few weeks ago with the intention of making it to Asheville for the rally. My riding
companion
was not feeling up to the long ride from Winchester VA. to Ashville so we canned that plan and rode locally: Skyline drive the first day,
back
roads the next two. Great rides on a great bike. The Eldorado was terrific, well balanced, stable handling. His Kawasaki W650 could
walk
away when the stoplight turned green but I have reached a calm, meditative place in my life so it only bothered me a little (note to self: bring Jackal next visit). I think the Stucchi seat provided by
MG
Cycle has broken in a bit. On the way home from Winchester to NY I
was
able to ride the tank down to reserve, make a gas stop and go home without stopping, 5 1/2 hours on the road with only a little
squirming.
Saturday I plan to be in Chris Mitchell's garage helping him start assembly on his Loop. He wants a "modern" bike so it will have dual disks, full oil filtration, 40 MM carbs, etc. He is starting down the slippery slope and I plan to give him a hearty shove as a bon voyage.