Family – Friends – Projects
The motorcycle restoration project took a few steps forward today. I finally got some time to disassemble the front forks. I’ve ordered new seals and dust covers for the forks …
Project Update: Forks Are Apart Read MoreWe had a busy but fun Memorial Day weekend in Alden. Joining us was Al and Maria Krasnicki and their kids and grandkids. Deb’s friend since childhood, Dawn Katovich, also …
Memorial Day 2011 Read MoreMy sister Stacey sent some great pictures of her kids, so I thought I’d share them with the whole family. Peyton is really growing up quickly, and little sister Aubrey …
Peyton and Aubrey Read MoreOn a beautiful Spring day at MSU’s Breslin Center in East Lansing, we attended Nicki’s Commencement Ceremony to celebrate her graduation. Nicki completed a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, and …
Nicki Graduates from MSU Read MoreThe ’72 Honda restoration inched forward this weekend. Like any frame-up restoration, there were advances and setbacks. On the plus side of the ledger, most of the black items have …
Project Update: Frame Painted, Carbs a Mess Read MoreThe strong winds that swept through Northern Michigan over the past few days managed to topple a group of Aspen trees at the Merrick home, missing the house by mere …
High Winds, Fallen Trees Read MoreWith a short break in the Wintry weather, I was finally able to bring the ’99 Triumph Legend TT home to Alden, with the help of my good friend Al …
A Classic Marque for a New Rider Read MoreThis afternoon I started with the disassembly of the 1972 Honda project bike. I was prepared for more ‘discoveries’, and it didn’t take long to realize that this poor bike …
Death by Nutshells? Read MoreI’ve been wanting to find an old, non-running motorcycle to repair or restore as a Summer project. After a few months of searching, I found a bike to rescue. On …
Resurrecting A Dead Motorcycle Read MoreGetting the little ’65 Honda last year gave me a taste of the fun that motorcycling offers. The rides around Lake Bellaire on quiet weekend days were relaxing, and seeing …
Mom, Can I Get This? I Promise I’ll Clean My Room Read More