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OldWin

Holy smokes! That must have been something to witness! If nothing else, that proves your friend is a heck of a rider.
A good buddy of mine hit a German shepherd on a Honda VFR while riding double. He managed to keep the bike up too. He is a lifelong friend, and has always been an outstanding rider.

OldWin

Haha, well I can't speak for Walt, but sometimes I'm a little sore after that fun! :D I figure I have to do it while I can. I'm only making this trip once. The other day, I took a ride out through the Burrill woods with my TW. I came around a slight turn and surprised a smallish coyote. Like the mov...

OldWin

Yeah it can be intimidating if you aren't used to riding a 4 wheeler. Especially one with a manual clutch. Those little T-dubs will really crawl. The tires I put on really helped. It doesn't spin in the mud and soft stuff. Still have to get it in deep mud, but it's been dry. The new front tire reall...

OldWin

Yeah I ran between 8 and 10 in my stock tire. My traction is much better with the new tires. They can still deflect a little, but its better. Im still experimenting with pressures. Im running about 15 right now. It's a big tire on a light bike. It definitely takes getting used to, but the little bik...

OldWin

That's awesome Walt! I'd love to ride out there sometime. I find that stuff very interesting. I had mine out yesterday on the trail too. The biggest suspension shortcoming of the TW is WAY too soft fork springs. It's an easy fix, though. Bradley Performance has two different rates of springs. Anothe...

OldWin

Got the new diggers on the old TW. Should make a big difference in the woods. Wanted them on before hunting season as we usually get some snow. I used to work at a Yamaha dealer when the TW was first released. I'd guess it was mid to late 80s. The first time I jumped one of our dirt hills it was in...

OldWin

Excellent! Looks like you made quick work of that load experiment. I have used 10gr of Unique under an RCBS cast of #2 with similar results (I'd forgotten till you mentioned it). I've never tried 5744, but have always wanted to. It seems like it's never in stick in my area. Your results have made it...

OldWin

Got the new diggers on the old TW. Should make a big difference in the woods. Wanted them on before hunting season as we usually get some snow. I used to work at a Yamaha dealer when the TW was first released. I'd guess it was mid to late 80s. The first time I jumped one of our dirt hills it was in...

OldWin

I've thought about it, but they are fairly pricey and a pain to move. Also, if you live in an area with wide temperature swings, I would think condensation could be an issue.
I think I can throw up a pole barn at camp for less money and be better off.

OldWin

That's really strange. We have a lot of both grey and red. Greys seem more prevalent in town, reds seem more plentiful in the woods.

OldWin

I dread the day I will have to stop riding. The TW should keep me riding for a long time though. I will definitely age out of the DRZ.

That's weird there are no squirrels. Ive never seen that here. Do you have any theories as to what is causing it?

OldWin

Yes. I've been happy with the DRZ, and it does what I want for most applications. It's plenty of bike for me at this stage of my riding career.
Another 10hp, especially down low, and 25lbs less weight would be awesome if I had to nitpick.

OldWin

Here's a few from my 115 mile ride on the DRZ this past Tuesday.

OldWin

Awesome pictures Walt, thank you! Looks like Awesome riding out there. Every time I make it out west, I just wish I had my Jeep and dirt bike with me.
That sounds like a perfectly good reason to ride up there to me!

OldWin

Got the new diggers on the old TW. Should make a big difference in the woods. Wanted them on before hunting season as we usually get some snow.

OldWin

Haha yeah I get it. The 94 I did looked unused, but the micro thin wood finish was coming off, so..... I hate those spacers too! Just stopped for a break at camp. Left the house with the DRZ this morning and have logged about a 100 miles of backwoods riding on old dirt roads and trails. Beautiful da...

OldWin

Hey you won a page buddy! My little 20ga 870 youth model has ugly wood too. I redid it but it looks blotchy and not much better. When it was time to do the birch wood on my post-64 94 carbine I did a little research. Fieblings leather dye isn't oil based, and will soak into the cheaper hardwoods muc...

OldWin

Congratulations sir! That is a fantastic configuration. The 38-55 is my favorite chambering in the 94. They are hard to find because they all came to Maine. :D The 38-55 was wildly popular here. I've had a bunch of rifles and carbines over the years, and still have 3 rifles and 2 carbines. While it ...

OldWin

Thanks guys! I have a few old Gun Digests and Shooters Bibles. I think my oldest is 1950. My dad had it and I used to look through it when I was a kid. I have a Gun Digest from I think 1972 that has a Colt Peacemaker. 22 and a New Frontier. 22 on the cover. I have both those guns and should take a p...

OldWin

Here you go.

OldWin

I'm the same way. The older I get, the less I care about shooting stuff. I just enjoy being out there. I must confess, however, I still like having some deer meat around. I think this year I will use my 94 carbine my dad bought for me when I was in 7th grade. I'm going to carry the little Colt Peace...

OldWin

Beautiful dog! Looks like a nice walk buddy. I'll tell Gracie you wished her a happy birthday. :D Haha! Well....I'd probably have a lot more time for riding dirt bikes, Jeeping, and shooting! I always just stare in wonder at the guys who say they retire and are bored or have nothing to do. I work 3 ...

OldWin

Got to work Friday and missed a plane crash by a couple hours. It was the first fatal crash on that airstrip. It was a Cessna that a guy had flown all the way from England. A kid got the whole thing on video. Looked to me like he no more than touched down and a gust of wind lifted him. He pulled up ...

OldWin

I have two years left to go, but am kind of "semi retired". I have worked 3 days a week for the last 4 and a half years. That 3 days of working REALLY gets in the way. I have so much to do and want to do I can't fathom being bored. As long as I can get around and keep in good health, I wil...

OldWin

That's my luck. If I don't go out for a morning, a 250lb buck will walk under my stand for sure. If I do go, there's nothing all day, and I get snowed or rained on to boot.

OldWin

I had read he was believed to be Scandinavian also. They thought he may have entered Canada from the U.S., where there were areas of large Scandinavian populations. I always thought being from that part of the world was quite plausible. Surviving and moving in extreme cold through rugged country was...

OldWin

My sons are all into guns. My oldest is into mostly classic military stuff. He does have one 94 Winchester carbine and a Colt single action. He says this qualifies himself as a full blooded American. My middle son just has what few guns he needs. He has his bases covered, but has no leverguns or sin...

OldWin

I always liked this story too. Saw the movie first, back in the day. The movie is really good, but has little to do with the actual events. I have it on disk, and watch it about once a year. I have the book, also. It was a really good read if you are interested in these events. One thing is certain....

OldWin

Thanks guys!
Yeah I will send mine too.

I hear that GK. While I certainly haven't shorted myself, I've given a number of guns of all types to my sons and my dad over the years.
Least the ones I gave to my dad I'll get back.......maybe. He'll probably outlive me.

OldWin

Thanks buddy! Haha yeah that bacon and home fry smell does carry quite a ways!

By contrast, I have to go help the oldest boy haul 3 tons of pellets today. It's his birthday, so I guess that's my gift to him haha! He has a Gladiator too, so we'll have to make a couple trips.

OldWin

Beautiful! I dragged my feet for too long, and never sent my Super Blackhawk.

OldWin

Ah, the politics paradox. They will probably contribute to Newsom's campaign.

Sorry......I couldn't resist.

OldWin

Its been hit or miss for me too. It's pretty friggen frustrating to be honest. So Kristy and I went up to camp and spent the night yesterday. It sure was nice. We put the coolers in her Cherokee, and I took the dogs in the Jeep. They love to ride in it when it's all open. Had a nice evening by the f...

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Haha anytime buddy. Man! Was it beautiful up there today! About 60 degrees and clear as a bell. I put the lawnmower in the tractor bucket and drove down to the clearing by the stream. I mowed that all....well, except for about a 6ft square when I ran out of gas. Headed back up tomorrow so I will get...

OldWin

No, I never did. I have a factory letter, and while it mentions a factory return, it doesn't state why. Maybe someday I will find out, but I don't hold out much hope.

OldWin

There's no shortage here buddy! Bring your new Winchester and I'll give you the key to the camp!

OldWin

Yeah. They put a little better wood in the ordered rifles.
I've posted pics of this 92 before. It's the one with the stock plaque.

OldWin

I have just one 92 takedown. It's in 38wcf (of course), and has a perfect bore. It's a fantastic shooter.

The 1889 Marlin is a 38 too.

OldWin

Hope you get it Gunny.
I'd surely try for that 38 too. It's far and away my favorite of the short cartridges. I've always had an easy time getting good results from it. Across all my rifles and carbines.

OldWin

Either way, it's a neat little rifle Gunny.
Do you think you can get it away from the owner? Are you going to try?

OldWin

Wow! That is definitely minty. No, you did the right thing buddy. That poor Winchester has been waiting for decades to do its job. You have actually rescued it, my friend.

OldWin

That was a good deal. They are quite expensive compared to other single shots here.
I'm happy for you buddy. Hopefully, it will put some meat in the pot soon!

OldWin

Unfired? Holy smokes! What's the chances of that? Probably an estate where some fine gentleman's gun was sold off by wussy heirs.

OldWin

I've carried a 1911 decades. Back in the day, my dad and many others thought it was "dangerous". Only revolvers were safe. The more I learned about the workings of a 1911, the more I came to see how inherently safe this pistol really is. It's a wonderful design, and at this stage of my lif...

OldWin

I've never had that particular problem, but the 92 can be a PIA. I've got a bunch of them, but rarely need to disassemble one. And that's the problem. It's a pain, so you don't, so when you need to it's a pain. I would assume if you did it a bunch, it would get much easier.

OldWin

Awesome buddy! I've never owned a model 37. I dont see many in my area for whatever reason. I use single shot shotguns more than any other. I usually road hunt for partridge with my Jeep.

OldWin

Congratulations! That's awesome.
I'm kind of semi-retired, and just 2 years left to go. Can't wait.

OldWin

That's great GK! Gotta keep it going through the generations. It's really all we have in the end.

OldWin

Haha yeah I know that feeling! The truth is, I learned valuable lessons from my first marriage. Lessons I applied in my future, and try to always remember. I certainly hope it made me a better husband, father, and person. I also gained an incredible son, who I am immensely proud of. Who, in turn, ga...

OldWin

Well if Matt Dillon used one......that's all the info you need!
Oh, oh! The X? I'd leave town if mine was around. The next state is still too close for me.

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