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Old May 1, 2012 | 10:55 AM
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This has me totally blown away...
 
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Old May 1, 2012 | 03:31 PM
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This has been one amazing read. This could go down as the greatest thread ever. This has just been, and edge of the seat kinda read. I thank you for doing this for all us, and congratulate you on your unbelievable work.
I know you have a new smoked windshield donated, and I really don't want to step on anyone's toes here at all, but if you would like a custom etched shield from us, just let me know. We'd be happy to donate one to this awesome cause.
 
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Old May 1, 2012 | 08:08 PM
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WOW BATMAN you're almost done!!. Thanks for sharing all this with us.. I've been following for awhile now. I am truely amazed at the progress you have made.
When is the official reveal? Have you called the local TV station and all the promoters?
Maybe a spot on American Choppers?
I'm just kidding!!! You should be Proud to bring that machine out.. Awesome work
Hope to see more threads as good as this one
 
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Depending on the weather I'm hoping to take her our Friday. Nebraska has a helmet law so I've been looking for a 1/2 helmet on this trip. I figured somewhere between Memphis & Birmingham I'd find one. So far no luck. May have to put in my old Bell full coverage(;-<…
 
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Old May 1, 2012 | 09:22 PM
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Originally Posted by utlonghorns416
Nice work !
Thanks, I can't believe it's been almost 5 months of fun and cigars!!
 

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Old May 1, 2012 | 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Bigfoots03HD
Batman bike looks awesome and those colors will definitely pop out in the sun. I'm also a painter and it was awesome to watch you build This project. Can't wait to see some pics of the bike outside.
I can't wait, so far only seen her under the florescent lights. Maybe Friday, pictures to follow for sure!!
 

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Fighting using my 'droid to post tonight. Does not allow me to edit my screw ups....
 

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One thing, you may have overlooked on those brakes. I only say this, cause it happened to me.
Maybe the pistons are sticking. Lubrication and cleanliness are key to keep the calipers operating properly.
Mine had the same or similar characteristics, I bled them about ten times. Turned out to be sticky calipers...........
Thanks Wally, I got lucky. Went out the next day and un-tied the lever and all was well!
 
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Originally Posted by longrideshields-1
This has been one amazing read. This could go down as the greatest thread ever. This has just been, and edge of the seat kinda read. I thank you for doing this for all us, and congratulate you on your unbelievable work.
I know you have a new smoked windshield donated, and I really don't want to step on anyone's toes here at all, but if you would like a custom etched shield from us, just let me know. We'd be happy to donate one to this awesome cause.
Wow I'd be honored, and I know Fartmatt would understand. I have told anybody that donated to the project that if I did not use their donation I would either return it to them, or donate to another person's project. I guess what would you suggest?
 
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