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  RufCut A shout out to all you Cyclefishers! It has been a while since I last visited what with work, work, and now 4 grandsons under 3yrs. I hope all are having a good run in spite of the curve ball that's been thrown at us (Corona) and keep thedirty side...  moreA shout out to all you Cyclefishers! It has been a while since I last visited what with work, work, and now 4 grandsons under 3yrs. I hope all are having a good run in spite of the curve ball that's been thrown at us (Corona) and keep thedirty side down and the rubber between the lines.  

  • July 5, 2020

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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum New Members:

  Welcome to CF!

  • April 4, 2018
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  When approachin a car waitin to turn across your lane working the bars enough to move the headlight can make you more noticeable.  Bikes are vertically oriented but our vision is horizontally oriented.  That means we see movement across easier...  moreWhen approachin a car waitin to turn across your lane working the bars enough to move the headlight can make you more noticeable.  Bikes are vertically oriented but our vision is horizontally oriented.  That means we see movement across easier and quicker then movement up or down. A qick left right left to move the headlight or a quick swerve within your travel line (when safe to do so) can help.  My wife says it even works for the person following you.  She has noted many times that it will grab her focus when I do it in front of her.  less

  • April 4, 2018

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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  Suzuki does also or at least used to.  HD has had a hydraulic clutch since at least 05 on their tourin models.  Have seen them on Goldwings also.

  • April 4, 2018
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  I agree with both Lucky and Rex on this one.  I would also add that I would never buy a helmet mail order without first having tried it on in a store.  Helmets vary in size, construction materials and shape.  One model Shoei might fit well...  moreI agree with both Lucky and Rex on this one.  I would also add that I would never buy a helmet mail order without first having tried it on in a store.  Helmets vary in size, construction materials and shape.  One model Shoei might fit well whereas another model (also Shoei) might not.  And when shopping for a new helmet, it is a good idea to wear that prospect for 30 - 45 minutes shopping around the store if possible.  This will give it time to settle in and any "hot spots" will show themselves.  As an example, My wife really liked a certain helmet.  When it came time for replacement, we just ordered a new one.  Well, in the 3-4 years since the original had been purchased the company had changed things and the new helmet no longer fits the same.  Now looking for "another" helmet for her (another $150 to $200).  less

  • January 25, 2018
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum The Meeting Place:

  Welcome to CF!  The wife and I are both vets and both ride.  We live west of Tyler near Edom.  If you can find her, the Country Seamstress is associated with a Vets group in the Tyler/Longview area.  I will try to find her card and...  moreWelcome to CF!  The wife and I are both vets and both ride.  We live west of Tyler near Edom.  If you can find her, the Country Seamstress is associated with a Vets group in the Tyler/Longview area.  I will try to find her card and get back to you.  You may be able to get contact info through the local Patriot Guard chapter.  

  • January 25, 2018
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  RufCut → RangerCrawford: Hello neighbor.  We are about 20 miles west of Tyler.

  • January 12, 2018
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  RufCut joined the event PigStye Pasture Party

  • August 24, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  This weekend has been about family.  Had a cookoff Friday with all of my family and most of the extended family.  The food was excellent and the competition tight.  Of course I as one of three judges was totally unbiased.  My...  moreThis weekend has been about family.  Had a cookoff Friday with all of my family and most of the extended family.  The food was excellent and the competition tight.  Of course I as one of three judges was totally unbiased.  My wife's cook team won 5 of the possible 8 points.
  Yesterday was a gender reveal for my first grandbaby....Robert Patrick McCants will be making his appearance in early November.  Lots of family and friends over to help put away hotdogs and hamburgers as well.
  Today is just for chillin.  Might go for a ride this afternoon after the kids head for home.  less

  • July 9, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum In Our Prayers:

  Hallelujah!!!!!
   

  • July 9, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  750 Norton circa 1977.  Was my neighbor's bike in Belgium.

  • April 2, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Custom Builds and Mods:

  I have run the old Dunlops that came on my RK (12K - 14K miles), the newer American Elites (22K miles), Michelin (23K), and Metzler 888's (22K - 24K).  It is a toss for me which I like better, so I buy the American Elite or Metzler wichever has the...  moreI have run the old Dunlops that came on my RK (12K - 14K miles), the newer American Elites (22K miles), Michelin (23K), and Metzler 888's (22K - 24K).  It is a toss for me which I like better, so I buy the American Elite or Metzler wichever has the better price.  Currently that is the Metzler.  

  • March 7, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  TandT said: I am looking at making a trailer to put my dog and some luggage in. I have looked at the ones at Harbor Freight. Does anyone have any suggestions to which one is the best?
   
  The trailer I am building is 40 X 48, 700lb gross that I bought...  moreTandT said: I am looking at making a trailer to put my dog and some luggage in. I have looked at the ones at Harbor Freight. Does anyone have any suggestions to which one is the best?
   
  The trailer I am building is 40 X 48, 700lb gross that I bought nearly 30 years ago.  It is now undergoing it's third buildup/modification.   

  • February 19, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  Update:  got the frame painted and put back together.  I scored a parent of 12" wheels with tiers and fenders from a friend who was about to just toss them.  And the box is mocked up.  

  • February 19, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Good to hear. Hope all is still going well.

  • February 14, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  Well, Cunning, if/when you come down this way, give me a holler.  I would like to see your setup and maybe we can do a ride or 2 or 3 or....
   
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  • February 14, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  Seakers said:
  Eventually I will have three USA flag, POW/MIA flag, and US Army or (If I can find one) Corps of Engineers...  moreSeakers said:
  Eventually I will have three USA flag, POW/MIA flag, and US Army or (If I can find one) Corps of Engineers flag.
  
   
  www.collonsflags.com
   
  I don't see a Corps of Engineers flage but they might be able to come up with one.  They sure seem to have everything else, including the Confederate Battle Flag.  

  • January 10, 2017
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum New Members:

  Welcome from East TX.  I haven't been up that way much but I do know there is some great riding up that way.  Which ever route you choose will, I am sure, be fun and interesting.  Stay safe up there.

  • December 28, 2016
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  RufCut Merry Christmas, Cyclefish.  Stay safe out there.

  • December 21, 2016

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    Hunter55 Same to you Rufcut

    • December 21, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker/Motorcycle Humor & Jokes:

  Good one.

  • December 21, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Edgewalker54 said:
  Freedom from... oppression, prejudice and judgement. Hatred, anger and self-loathing...
  Freedom to... forgive, accept and give your heart. Love, laugh till it hurts and accept yourself.
  These are but a few of the things Freedom means...  moreEdgewalker54 said:
  Freedom from... oppression, prejudice and judgement. Hatred, anger and self-loathing...
  Freedom to... forgive, accept and give your heart. Love, laugh till it hurts and accept yourself.
  These are but a few of the things Freedom means to me. I live it, everyday...
  Edge 'Free' Man
  
   
  Edge, once again you have put into words the very essence...   

  • December 21, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  A diamond after being mined is "rough cut" before final cutting and polishing.  In the rough cut, you can see what the final product will be, but it is just not there yet.  My wife for nearly 37 years has called me her diamond in the rough...  moreA diamond after being mined is "rough cut" before final cutting and polishing.  In the rough cut, you can see what the final product will be, but it is just not there yet.  My wife for nearly 37 years has called me her diamond in the rough hence RufCut.  And, no, she hasn't yet managed to get me polished.  I continue to strive to present her with new facets to work on.    

  • December 21, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  RexTheRoadDog said:
  
  Lucky...  moreRexTheRoadDog said:
  
  Lucky wrote...
  
  RexTheRoadDog wrote...
   Hey Dude, we think alike, kinda...out here in West Texas we have Mesquite bushes that defiy any weed whacker made. They are the toughest little $#@&$#(*&$(@*#&$ you can try and cut...Until I got creative...Definitely not OSHA approved though
  I'm thinking this same think would work well for the larger branches on the trees.  May have to give it a try.
  WARNING. Yes it works but it will grab and yank it away from you at times. BE VERY CAREFUL, I speak from experience (no blood, just a cut water tank)
   
  Use a finer toothed blade (plywood blade) or run the blade in reverse.  That'll fix the yankinbut will also cut slower.
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  • December 19, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  ver' nice!
   

  • December 14, 2016
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  RufCut Figure the odds!
  
  
  I was doing some shopping at Home Depot and came across a gentleman wearing a BDU jacket with an 11ACR shoulder patch.   Turns out, he served with them in 'Nam and I served with them in Germany.  While we were talking another guy...  moreFigure the odds!
  
  
  I was doing some shopping at Home Depot and came across a gentleman wearing a BDU jacket with an 11ACR shoulder patch.   Turns out, he served with them in 'Nam and I served with them in Germany.  While we were talking another guy joined us who also served with them in their current role as OPFOR (Opposing Forces) training at Ft Irwin, CA.  Figure the odds: 3 vets from 3 different generations of the same unit.  Allons!  

  • December 7, 2016