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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 Off Topic:

  Still looking for that perfect bike for my wife.  She is riding a V-Star 650 now (first bike) but still finds it a bit awkward when walking it around. When we were shopping for this one we tried several HD's and all were too big/heavy for her. ...  moreStill looking for that perfect bike for my wife.  She is riding a V-Star 650 now (first bike) but still finds it a bit awkward when walking it around. When we were shopping for this one we tried several HD's and all were too big/heavy for her.  Since she is rather height impaired (only 5'3") it will be fun when she decides it is time to move on to something newer with a bit more power.  

  • January 25, 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....
   
  RufCut

  • 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
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Actually, that 8K doesn't sound too far off the mark to me.  When I retired from the Army in 94, I did my last move myself.  They rented the truck and paid me 4K to move from west TX to East TX.   That was, they said, 80 percent of what it...  moreActually, that 8K doesn't sound too far off the mark to me.  When I retired from the Army in 94, I did my last move myself.  They rented the truck and paid me 4K to move from west TX to East TX.   That was, they said, 80 percent of what it would have cost them.  Good luck in your endeavors.  

  • December 7, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Honda tried that a while back on the Goldwing.  Don't know if they still have it where any brake application (foot or hand) actuated both front and rear.

  • December 3, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Have fun and good luck.

  • December 2, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Glad you and yours are safe!
   

  • November 30, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Nearest VA hosp is 95 miles to Dallas, Active duty facilities are 130 miles to Ft Worth or Barksdale AFB, or 175 miles to Ft Hood.  I think anything beyond 50 miles is considered "out of area".  The Dallas VA is the one I swore never to return...  moreNearest VA hosp is 95 miles to Dallas, Active duty facilities are 130 miles to Ft Worth or Barksdale AFB, or 175 miles to Ft Hood.  I think anything beyond 50 miles is considered "out of area".  The Dallas VA is the one I swore never to return to.  I have drivers who still use the Dallas VA and they say it still hasn't improved much.  I actually went off on a coworker who tried to tell a driver he could just get his appt rescheduled becuse it was middle of the week or some such and he wouldn't/couldn't just send him 150-200 miles to get him home on time.  Kid didn't have a clue.  He does now.  His vets don't miss appts.  less

  • November 29, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  Jimmyacorn said:
  O.K.  I'm 70% but as soon as I go and piss on the administrators desk that will change.  LOL   Well my VA is only 10 miles away from my home in Alabama; an outpatient clinic in Pensacola called the Joint Ambulatory...  moreJimmyacorn said:
  O.K.  I'm 70% but as soon as I go and piss on the administrators desk that will change.  LOL   Well my VA is only 10 miles away from my home in Alabama; an outpatient clinic in Pensacola called the Joint Ambulatory Care Center (JACC) The naval hospital is right next door but ironically enouugh I can't go there.  I'm not Navy but I'm not sure if that's the reason.  Hell, it's an accredited Naval Hospital. 
  
   
  The navy hosp would be an active duty facility and, to my understanding, only avail to active and retired.  And this is why TriCare Prime exists, so those of us who don't live near a facility can get our care.  Only with the advent of "Affordable Care" this option was taken away from me because I live too far from a facility.  Go Figure!  less

  • November 29, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum General:

  I couldn't believe it when the clutch cable on my 2011 FLHTK broke at about 30k.  I have never had one break before.  I was, however, pleasantly surprised when the whole repair, in my brother in law's garage,  only took me 3hrs to accomplish

  • November 29, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  I thank stars that being retired I don't have to deal with VA.  Went once in mid 90's and swore never to return.  Now if they would just reinstate TriCare Prime as it was meant to be... for those who live out of range of military facility....  moreI thank stars that being retired I don't have to deal with VA.  Went once in mid 90's and swore never to return.  Now if they would just reinstate TriCare Prime as it was meant to be... for those who live out of range of military facility.  But no, only those who live near military facilities can have Prime since ObummerCare started .  

  • November 28, 2016
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  RufCut replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  I know what you mean Jimmy.  I have had a build in the back of my mind for close to 20 years wanting to come to fruition and all the wife can say is "But you have a bike already!"  Aahh well.   Maybe once she, my wife, gets comfortable...  moreI know what you mean Jimmy.  I have had a build in the back of my mind for close to 20 years wanting to come to fruition and all the wife can say is "But you have a bike already!"  Aahh well.   Maybe once she, my wife, gets comfortable enough on her own bike she will come to understand....  

  • November 28, 2016