Dan Diego 41 Posted August 18, 2022 (edited) I’m in SD after a long Canadá/Alaska ride. TNTMo stopped by and removed a blown front shock from my big, fat GSA. While we were relaxing at DSM8’s place, new SDAR member Alex (A2) stopped by. Good times, great peeps. Edited August 19, 2022 by Dan Diego 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 961 Posted August 19, 2022 It wasn’t too tough to get that shock out of there, glad I didn’t read that silly manual or it would have taken three times as long. Nice hanging out with y’all and nice to meet Alex. Happy trails, my friends…until we meet again! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 165 Posted August 19, 2022 Dude! How long are you in town? Long enough to grab a few beers? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 548 Posted August 19, 2022 I heard you’re moving back! When is the next hangout?? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A 2 75 Posted August 19, 2022 Great to meet you guys. Looking forward to the next Tech day. -A2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 19, 2022 2 hours ago, Covered in Dust said: Dude! How long are you in town? Long enough to grab a few beers? I’m in town for a week or so. Will definitely make time for brews. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 19, 2022 48 minutes ago, Goofy Footer said: I heard you’re moving back! When is the next hangout?? I wish. I’ll set up a quick meet and see who wants to toss back a cold one and talk rides. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1151 Posted August 19, 2022 Bummer about the shock. Those things are ridiculously expensive. and a PIA to get to. Are you rolling again? Or waiting for parts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 409 Posted August 19, 2022 Can you ride home via Novia Scotia? You might catch up with us. We hat to cut our Alaska trip short for some health issues. 20220818_092737.heic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 19, 2022 42 minutes ago, Mr.JAJA said: Can you ride home via Novia Scotia? You might catch up with us. We hat to cut our Alaska trip short for some health issues. 20220818_092737.heic I’m pretty much heading east back to Tampa from San Diego when the shock comes back and it’s installed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Zubb said: Bummer about the shock. Those things are ridiculously expensive. and a PIA to get to. Are you rolling again? Or waiting for parts? There’s only one place in the country that rebuilds BMW shocks because they’re not re-buildable —EPM out of New Jersey. It cost $260 to rebuild and it’s about $100 each way to express it over there and back. And an aftermarket shock probably would’ve cost me about $1200, and believe me I thought about doing that. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 19, 2022 13 hours ago, tntmo said: It wasn’t too tough to get that shock out of there, glad I didn’t read that silly manual or it would have taken three times as long. Nice hanging out with y’all and nice to meet Alex. Happy trails, my friends…until we meet again! Tom is being modest. BMW says it’s a 3.5 hour job; he did it in under half that time. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 151 Posted August 19, 2022 10 hours ago, Dan Diego said: I wish. I’ll set up a quick meet and see who wants to toss back a cold one and talk rides. Count me in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 19, 2022 1 hour ago, kkug said: Count me in. The Kug! Were having coffee in Santee tomorrow and I’ll set up an afternoon beer meet up, too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSM8 400 Posted August 19, 2022 Anyone need BMW parts? Like pick a part, help yourself, cash on the table as you leave. Many plastics already removed, good deals. PM me for details 😉😂 The pink parts will have to stay with the bike, you will know when you see them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSM8 400 Posted August 19, 2022 19 hours ago, tntmo said: It wasn’t too tough to get that shock out of there, glad I didn’t read that silly manual or it would have taken three times as long. Can't wait to see how long it is going to take for your to put it back in there. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 961 Posted August 19, 2022 22 minutes ago, DSM8 said: Can't wait to see how long it is going to take for your to put it back in there. I’m out of town until mid September, so…. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSM8 400 Posted August 19, 2022 2 minutes ago, tntmo said: I’m out of town until mid September, so…. Sure hope Dan took notes otherwise he is in for a Trump level surprise. It is going to be HUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1151 Posted August 20, 2022 9 hours ago, Dan Diego said: There’s only one place in the country that rebuilds BMW shocks because they’re not re-buildable —EPM out of New Jersey. It cost $260 to rebuild and it’s about $100 each way to express it over there and back. And an aftermarket shock probably would’ve cost me about $1200, and believe me I thought about doing that. Actually there is a guy in LA area that does it too. I’ve been down the aftermarket shock trail. It’ll leave quite a mark in your checking account. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1151 Posted August 20, 2022 4 hours ago, DSM8 said: Sure hope Dan took notes otherwise he is in for a Trump level surprise. It is going to be HUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGE Fret not Dan. I’m your huckleberry. Let me know when if you want a hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 20, 2022 38 minutes ago, Zubb said: Actually there is a guy in LA area that does it too. I’ve been down the aftermarket shock trail. It’ll leave quite a mark in your checking account. Info, please! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1151 Posted August 20, 2022 28 minutes ago, Dan Diego said: Info, please! Working on it. I lost his contact when I replaced my phone last week. hope to have it tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1151 Posted August 20, 2022 It’s CJ in Escondido. Chris John’s. certified bmw mechanic with his own shop. He knows his sh*t. anyone got a # for him? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1151 Posted August 20, 2022 Just texted you his full contact info. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 41 Posted August 20, 2022 Just now, Zubb said: Just texted you his full contact info. Got it! Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
