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Offline spiritof67

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Engine Work
« on: March 01, 2016, 12:50:00 pm »
Actually an old topic for which I lost the thread somehow. I had asked some months ago about CB750 engine builders and Forum members had given me a name, I think in the New England states, I had wanted post-winter to contact him (and any others you may suggest) but I can't locate the thread now. Can anyone help here,please?
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« Reply #1 on: March 01, 2016, 12:55:32 pm »
Mike Rieck, Boston area. He's a member here, and you can PM him directly.
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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #2 on: March 01, 2016, 05:14:33 pm »
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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #3 on: March 02, 2016, 01:42:46 pm »
Mike is the man, he's helping me with my project now. After meeting him I looked like that commercial where the tops of the peoples heads blow off.... POOFF!! Mind blown!! ha-ha. He is the guy you want to talk to... Super nice and knows his S*#@ . I'm going to start a build thread somewhere on here as I get everything together. Best of luck on your project...
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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #4 on: March 11, 2016, 09:27:47 am »
Mike will build your motor like it was his own.
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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #5 on: March 11, 2016, 10:57:33 am »
If you googled "attention to detail", you will provably see a picture of Mike Rieck!

Seriously, I have been very impressed with the work he has done for me.  If you are looking to cut corners and be satisfied with substandard work, he isn't your guy.  But if you want top notch workmanship and attention to detail, he's your man.

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« Reply #6 on: March 11, 2016, 11:00:32 am »
Quote from: gschuld on March 11, 2016, 10:57:33 am
If you googled "attention to detail", you will provably see a picture of Mike Rieck!

Seriously, I have been very impressed with the work he has done for me.  If you are looking to cut corners and be satisfied with substandard work, he isn't your guy.  But if you want top notch workmanship and attention to detail, he's your man.

George
And be prepared to be a little bit patient as he is a 1-man band, very much in high demand, and only does it right. So that takes a wee bit of time. But the results are extremely worth any wait and 2x the price. Not to mention, his attitude and personality are Top Shelf.
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« Reply #7 on: March 11, 2016, 06:22:58 pm »
You fellas are to generous.....you are making me blush. Eric's cylinders are going to the machine shop tomorrow and I am all set with the Super Rods too. I am afriad I will not be able to offer rod work or balancing in the near future. My buddy that does the balancing/shot peening work is retiring so that ends that unfortunately. :(
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« Reply #8 on: March 12, 2016, 03:45:52 am »
Quote from: MRieck on March 11, 2016, 06:22:58 pm
My buddy that does the balancing/shot peening work is retiring so that ends that unfortunately. :(
This sounds like a whole new service opportunity for you, Mike!  ;)
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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #9 on: March 12, 2016, 07:15:30 am »
Careful guys, don't butter him up too much, he'll never get his hat back on.  ::)
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« Reply #10 on: March 12, 2016, 07:31:52 am »
It's okay, Brent, we need him to start wearing more, new hats! In that case, a bigger hat size can be accommodated  :D
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« Reply #11 on: March 12, 2016, 12:58:49 pm »
Truth be known I alone likely offer up enough grief for our friend Mike to keep his brain somewhat exercised. He deserves the praise.  ;D
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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #12 on: March 12, 2016, 02:04:09 pm »
I ...may ...have added to Mike's grief as well with all my obsolete "facaca" speed parts.  If he can put up with me, the rest of you should be on easy street. ;)

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« Reply #13 on: March 13, 2016, 01:02:44 pm »
Quote from: gschuld on March 12, 2016, 02:04:09 pm
If he can put up with me, the rest of you should be on easy street. ;)

George
I wish I had a dollar for every time if heard that about you, George  ;D ;D ;)
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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #14 on: March 13, 2016, 02:32:44 pm »
Quote from: calj737 on March 13, 2016, 01:02:44 pm
Quote from: gschuld on March 12, 2016, 02:04:09 pm
If he can put up with me, the rest of you should be on easy street. ;)

George
I wish I had a dollar for every time if heard that about you, George  ;D ;D ;)

Not surprised...... ;)  I have a poor reputation to uphold.

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« Reply #15 on: March 13, 2016, 02:35:22 pm »
I have many friends in low places. I'd like to think you'd be among them if I ever have the pleasure to make your acquaintance.  :D
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« Reply #16 on: March 13, 2016, 03:25:35 pm »
 ;D ;D ;D

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Re: Engine Work
« Reply #17 on: April 15, 2016, 04:30:35 pm »
That's "verkakte" in proper Yiddish...
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