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ThermionicScott 11-23-12 04:17 AM


Originally Posted by Sixty Fiver (Post 14975920)
We might still be there in 6-7 months depending on how quickly or slowly my wife's visa application takes... would be nice to hook up with our respective SWIMPALS.

:)

So you're taking her back to Canada with you? I was a little confused. ;)

Anyways, back to the thread, I'm in Cedar Rapids, IA. I still have much to learn, but I'm always willing to lend a hand.

RobbieTunes 11-23-12 04:46 AM


Originally Posted by Bianchigirll (Post 14975807)
Consider this advance notice... I seriously want to move to Las Vegas one day.

I do, too, but I think the warrant is still active. Computers won't let bygones be bygones anymore.

rootboy 11-23-12 07:28 AM

This is a great thread. I'm a little off the beaten path but, I'm always willing to help someone who might need a small part made on a metal lathe. I'll add the caveat though, that I'm a completely amateur hacker on the thing. I can do simple stuff.

Chrome Molly 11-23-12 07:35 AM

Another offer of non-professional but usually successful help from the east side of the Twin Cities. Worst case, we ride some of my bikes while contemplating your problem, then drink beer and contemplate further...

Dan Burkhart 11-23-12 08:44 AM


Originally Posted by Captain Blight (Post 14975850)
Madison Wisconsin

basic tools, fully conversant with Suntour, Huret, and Simplex.
Pm for appointment, I drive over-the-road and my schedule's a little wonky

Can also help with Datsun/Nissan Z cars, BMW e30, Ford 302/351; remington 700/721 and 14/141/760, Springfield 03 and 03A3, advanced marksmanship techniques for long-range rifle; handplane tuning, chisel sharpening, steambending wood; cooking lessons from basic to advanced; common-sense shade-tree engineering with an emphasis on geartrains and clockworks; and advice for the lovelorn which may or may not bring succor.

Governments toppled, bars wrecked, seductions a speciality; enquire for rates.

:lol: I think the only thing you left off your list was "virgins converted."

oldskoolwrench 11-23-12 08:45 AM

OK, I'll play.

Denver, CO here. Fully conversant with both C & V and MTB's. Trained by a former Chicago Schwinn Factory Master Mechanic & Instructor. Spent 16 years working for several shops in the Denver area ('84-'00).

If you're looking for a white lab coat, reflector wearing 'technician' working out of a sterile, cleanroom environment... that's not me. But, if you want no BS answers and solutions... then c'mon down!

All forms of payment accepted, including barleypops & spirits; home baked goods are especially welcomed. No farm barter though, unless you're holding Hatch Green Chiles!

:thumb:

JohnDThompson 11-23-12 10:05 AM

NE Wisconsin. Full Campy tool kit. English/Italian/French/Swiss BB taps. English/French steer tube dies. &etc. Local shops have been known to borrow tools from me, rather than vice-versa.

AZORCH 11-23-12 12:38 PM

I'm in for the Kansas City area. Happy to help out - I can usually muddle my way through a repair or adjustment.

fietsbob 11-23-12 03:23 PM

At LBS, only 1 in town, on Saturdays.. 97103

qcpmsame 11-23-12 04:45 PM

I am in for this, NW Florida location, Pensacola, with most tools, but no reams, or alignment things. I can have a master welder (brazing a specialty)/ master machinist here with enough notice. One bike stand and lots of patience, no moneys accepted. I don't drink or cannot drink any alcohol (due to Stage 3B CRF) at all but a cold Coke or a glass of sweet iced tea will get me freed up. I am big, easy and cheap, I can't be bought but I can be had.

Bill

noglider 11-23-12 05:28 PM

I love to help, and I love to teach. I have just about every bike shop tool you'll need. I'm in Maplewood, NJ, High Falls, NY, and New York, NY. I can build wheels but not frames. I think I might learn to braze and weld some day.

65er, are you certified or certifiable? ;)

rootboy, you didn't say where you are (though I happen to know).

Drillium Dude 11-23-12 05:35 PM

Anyone in the Seattle area that can assist in installing three new bathroom basins and faucets? :D

DD

rootboy 11-23-12 05:38 PM

Wish I was closer DD. I'm an expert hacker at bathroom remodels. Which reminds me. Where's that honey-do list? Seem to have misplaced it.


Oh, and, Noglider. I'm in an undisclosed bunker, on Cape Cod.

mattheis 11-23-12 05:41 PM

Columbus OH, Good collection of tools and I know what most of them are used for :p

Drillium Dude 11-23-12 05:47 PM


Originally Posted by rootboy (Post 14977640)
Wish I was closer DD. I'm an expert hacker at bathroom remodels. Which reminds me. Where's that honey-do list? Seem to have misplaced it.

Aw, thanks - it was rather tongue-in-cheek, of course. My honey-do list (made out by my realtor since I molted last November) is almost complete with the exception of this last effort. Should be done by close of the weekend.

DD

rootboy 11-23-12 05:50 PM

Yeah. One of my least favorite things: plumbing. Especially working under a vanity plumbing in faucets, etc. Good luck. ;) I've got to teach myself better copper soldering skills here soon.

Sixty Fiver 11-23-12 06:01 PM


Originally Posted by noglider (Post 14977620)
65er, are you certified or certifiable? ;)

Both.

Went through UBI this fall and got the paper to go with what I already knew and have been certifiable for a much longer time. :)

I am in the process of tooling up a second frame shop here... travelling 60 miles a day to work in the country is great because I get to work with the master but I will be taking over a lot of the smaller jobs as well as custom rack building and will be able to do them in my shop which is a 32 step commute and will of course be able to build frames.

Should be able to fire up the new torch tonight and have a lot of fixture building to do.

At some point I will inherit the main shop and there is stuff I can do there that most frame builders can't or are not equipped to do (unless you are Frank)... having a lathe and a powder coater means we can build a lot of things one would otherwise have to buy and we can finish our own work instead of sending it out.

The other day we needed a 3/8 by 4 inch roller for the big tube bender that normally gets used for heavier work and it only took a few minutes to chuck up some Al stock in the lathe and turn it out... there is not much one cannot do in such a well equipped shop.

My shop is pretty complete for pretty much every type of mechanical repair and there is not a shop in the city besides mine that can offer frame service.

One day I would love to go and visit Frank... he has a shop to die for.

Pars 11-23-12 06:02 PM


Originally Posted by r0ckh0und (Post 14975547)
Far west burbs of Chicagoland..................I have plenty of tools and an extra workstand, not to mention a pretty healthy stash of parts, frames and project bikes. I'm no whiz but I'd be happy to offer assistance to someone in need.

Same here... in the Aurora/Naperville area. Don't have the stash of frames/parts/project bikes though, and only 1 workstand :)

Sixty Fiver 11-23-12 06:02 PM


Originally Posted by JohnDThompson (Post 14976631)
NE Wisconsin. Full Campy tool kit. English/Italian/French/Swiss BB taps. English/French steer tube dies. &etc. Local shops have been known to borrow tools from me, rather than vice-versa.

If I am ever in the vicinity I will have to stop by... I don't know of anyone who has the skills and knowledge you do.

bigbossman 11-23-12 11:59 PM

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...ource-registry

Never got stickied, though.....

:)

toytech 11-24-12 12:08 AM

Great minds think think alike ;)

miamijim 11-24-12 12:37 AM

Tampa, Fl

I can do it all.....

eschlwc 11-24-12 01:21 AM

in seattle. i wrench a little... but i know a girl that wrenches a lot.

gomango 11-24-12 05:42 AM


Originally Posted by Drillium Dude (Post 14977632)
Anyone in the Seattle area that can assist in installing three new bathroom basins and faucets? :D

DD

Just about a perfect excuse to fly out there. :)

I am just finishing a basement remodeling project.

Did a full bathroom including the tiling in a nice walk in shower.

There are few home projects that I haven't tried at this point.

Feels like an episode of "This Old House" around here.

Casey (Thirdgenbird) is stopping by later today to inspect the progress! :)

JohnDThompson 11-24-12 02:43 PM


Originally Posted by Sixty Fiver (Post 14977711)
If I am ever in the vicinity I will have to stop by... I don't know of anyone who has the skills and knowledge you do.

Aw, shucks -- you're making me blush!

dedhed 11-24-12 04:30 PM

Milwaukee area. I have a stand, enough bike tools to be dangerous, lots of other tools and access to some interesting stuff at work. Cold garage and warm basement.
I also have some experience with '39 - '52 Ford tractors and '73 - '87 GM pickups.

ozneddy 11-24-12 04:59 PM

I,ll help anyone if you can get to me lol ! (Downunder).

balindamood 11-24-12 08:23 PM

Anchorage, AK. If your bike makes it here, I can help.

nlerner 11-24-12 08:57 PM

I'm an expert on the Internet, so as long as e repair can be done online, I'm good.

bikemore 11-24-12 09:27 PM


Originally Posted by nlerner (Post 14980969)
I'm an expert on the Internet, so as long as e repair can be done online, I'm good.

Perhaps most expert at obfuscation. I believe Neil is your man if you are in the Boston area.


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