RetroWreckTion, It's Alive (Version.0)

[2dawgs]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

JakeSensi,

I appreciate the "sympathy votes" joke. As we know, things happen, such is life. This situation is far from anything serious. Just trying to explain my reason for opting out; poor planning.

The builds I see surpass anything my pee brain could conjure up, in creativity, style and spirit of the RRB tradition; many are first time entrants and giving the season vets a run for the money (that's certainly a good thang). I wish we had more votes and catergories to cast ballots for; that shows just how many builds have raised the bar.

I am truly amazed at the devoution, blood.sweat & tears (cue up "Spinning Wheel") that the builders are showing. I chose to wimp out and have no one to blame but me self. Whoever places in this build-off are big time deserving. As everyone has pointed out, the fact that you are building a bike makes you a winner.

As a wise man has said, "Now get back to building".

Cue up, the Stone's "Wild Horses".

 

[2dawgs]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

Okay, even though I have bowed out of the build-off; I did manage to add a few embellishments.

I addded a rear bumper thing and some under the seat piping.

I am so envious of all of you. Best to all in this amazing build-off.

 

[2dawgs]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

BigHit,

Appreciate the comments. Your build is really taking off; fast becoming my fav.

 

[2dawgs]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

Managed to cobble together a deconstructed seat and is actually comfortable to ride.

 

[yoothgeye]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

Looks like that seat needs to take a leak. :shock:

 

[scrumblero]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

YAY!! your almost done! looks awesome!! :mrgreen:

 

[Kuttnhack]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

I'll second that. I'm rootin for ya.

 

[kingfish254]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

Welcome back! You are a master at copper work.

 

[2dawgs]

RetroWreckTion, Update

WHEW! Don't know if I can finish in time; about 12 hours more fab & touch-up work. Here's some progress on the "tank" & seat areas.

Still need to finish "engine Compartment" and final paint touchup.

 

[KOTA]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

AFTER the build off is finished, I'll tell ya all the stuff I didn't finish on my bike. :lol: :lol:

 

[kingfish254]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

GIT - R - DONE
Hell, yours looks amazing. You could submit yours as finished right now and finish in the top.
I love this copper masterpiece!

 

[2dawgs]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

Kota,

I know what you mean; so many ideas so little time or pesos. There are worse things than having to do more work on our rides; which is exactly your point.


Kingfish,

Thanks for the encouragement & kind words. I going to hit it hard Sunday and pray that I make enough progress to submit. I am so greatful to have some unexpected time to complete this build. Something good from something bad; in this case a 107 degree temps on average has slowed down my outside activities, which means more garage time !

BTW: Digging the Beer Run build; looking forward to see your ride in the completed section.

 

[druggedonions]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

Hey Twa Dugs,

Now it's my turn to turn the heat up under you. That tank is a work of genius. Glad to see you back. Now stop reading this post and get 'er done. Great work mate, after this we can have a drink at the iBar and discuss the merits of uncovered seats.

And good luck.

Cheers Jonnie

 

[2dawgs]

Re: RetroWreckTion, Adios Amigos

DruggedOnions,

Man it is hot here in Phoenix. How hot? I left the garage for the cooler climes outside temps of 111 degrees. I going to try and make the complete section before the deadline.

BTW: Congrats on a great build.

Wishing all RRB builders success.

 

[2dawgs]

Pull an all nighter and she is going in the complete column. Thanks to everyone who cajoled, shamed (well deserved) and encouraged me to find a way to finish the build.

 

[devilduckie]

Absolutely sick amazing bike. One of my all time fav's.


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[2dawgs]

BigHit,

Thanks Man for the honor of including this build in your Steampunk feature; I really appreciate it.

Go UGV!