Wrenchscalibur! (traveling doohickey wrench)

[McRuss]

Originally Posted by Glenn

Not to disrespect you Jack, but perhaps it would be a good measure to require people be members for at least a month before loaning them tools?
As a general rule... THOUGHTS?

Mixed feelings....I know there are still some hard feelings about the dentist....but I guess I hate to see someone spend that much for what for most of us will be a one use tool when there is a loaner out there. And I hate to see someone riding around with an undone doo. Wrenchscalibur II is home made and crude but efficient, not something that most folks would steal! I vote to let him borrow it. Besides, by the time his turn comes up, he will have been a member for a month I think. Can we see a show of hands? No? OK, a show of opinions then, we know everyone has one...

[Glenn]

Dentists make lots of $$$ too, he was the last person I'd expect not to return a tool.
Let's make this a new standing rule starting AFTER CalicoJack borrows it.

[CalicoJack]

Originally Posted by McRuss

Mixed feelings....I know there are still some hard feelings about the dentist....but I guess I hate to see someone spend that much for what for most of us will be a one use tool when there is a loaner out there. And I hate to see someone riding around with an undone doo. Wrenchscalibur II is home made and crude but efficient, not something that most folks would steal! I vote to let him borrow it. Besides, by the time his turn comes up, he will have been a member for a month I think. Can we see a show of hands? No? OK, a show of opinions then, we know everyone has one...

Thanks for the thumbs up McRuss!!!! My new to me KLR only has 5000 miles on it but I want to "DOO" it right while I have it ripped apart.

[CalicoJack]

Originally Posted by Glenn

Dentists make lots of $$$ too, he was the last person I'd expect not to return a tool.
Let's make this a new standing rule starting AFTER CalicoJack borrows it.

And thank you Glenn! When ever it is my turn pm me and I'll send you over my address and phone number.

[HutchPhoto]

I'll wait a couple months so I can get a couple more thousand miles on my 2012 .. I should be in good standing by then also.. LoL

Tim

[Glenn]

Heck, you're a premium member, plus we know where you live! LOL

[khensu60]

after 30k on the em doo & extension spring, i guess it is time to replace with torsion type. just ordered from mike. now if i can get on the list for the doo tools, i would be extremely happy.

[McRuss]

I'm not sure where Wrenchscaibur II is but hopefully the current care taker will chime in.

[khensu60]

so did it disappear again? any ideas? i do not mind giving mike the business, but hate to spend the money if not necessary....after all i do ride a klr!!!!

[Idanospud]

Is the wrenchscalibur still around? I'd love to get on the list, I'm not sure how... this is my first time on, ( and it ain't side saddle) Kelly

[rock_fish]

I second the question. Is this still going around? I plan on changing my doo as soon as I can and this would help greatly

edit: I am also greener than baby snot, so I understand if I am not trustowrthy enough yet. Completely understandable.

[Idanospud]

I've recieved the Doo from Mike, I would like to get on the list for the "tool" but it sounds like its missing, or tied up. Any other loaner tools out there? I'm in the Pacific NW , maybe we could find some common ground and do the 'doo's together ? Just a thought.

[AirJunky]

Originally Posted by Idanospud

I've recieved the Doo from Mike, I would like to get on the list for the "tool" but it sounds like its missing, or tied up. Any other loaner tools out there? I'm in the Pacific NW , maybe we could find some common ground and do the 'doo's together ? Just a thought.

Wish I could help you, Idanospud. I'm in Post Falls & have done the doo about a year ago. I was fortunate enough to have a member step up & loan me the tools, even shipped them to me from Portland. Then I shipped them back when I was done.
Drop me a line if you feel like you need a hand & your in the same area I am though.
I do have an electric impact wrench that combined with the rotor puller tool, makes easy work of the rotor removal.

[Idanospud]

Thanks for responding Airjunky, I live in Hope Id , not to far. I will probably purchace the rotor tool if it doesn't show up. I would welcome your help when I get all the ducks in a row. I also need to install the thermobob. Everything is stock so far. Just getting started, Thanks again, Kelly

[AirJunky]

Right on, Kelly. We have been hanging out in Sandpoint quite a bit the last year or so.... skiing at Schweitzer or playing on the lake.
Keep your feelers out for the doo tools. And likewise, I'll let you know if I hear of any available too.

[Desertrider]

I see a lot of great tool kits here but here is a new thought. I'm not a novice rider and like many of you I pack way too many tools causing more weight and taking up room. First thing is make sure your bike is well maintained in advance of a long ride. I have my tires pre-slimed and checked my chain. Tires and chain issues seem to lead the pack for problems...and parts falling off.

I have a mini socket set, allen wrenches, pocket tool, pocket multi-meter and a good screwdriver set. I also have screws, nuts, bolts, zip ties, wires, electrical and duct tape. BUT you have to know what you need for where you are riding. If it's going to be a ride alone to the wilderness, Mexico or Alaska pack more. This summer I'm riding to Maine with my two son's. The plan is going as light as possible and if we need a specific tool we'll buy it at a Walmart or NAPA which are in just about every town. As a last resort we have AAA Plus RV to take the bike where I can either borrow the tools or buy. I personally like Auto Zone, more than once I've needed to make repairs and they usually will bend over backwards to help and even lend tools.