Topic: I am indeed still alive....

[ProTeal55]

Yo,

Been awhile since I posted anything on here. Been crazy the past few months with the move into the city, traveling for work --> http://www.billetspecialties.com, Half Fast stuff http://www.halffastchicago.com, and so on.

The CB450 is up for grabs if anyone might want to scoop it up. I am either going to dump the cash into my Bel-Air, build a hardtail/bobber CB450, or pick up another newer Ducati. Not that I dont like the Green 450, I have just been riding my Ducati so much I am kinda diggin the more modern bikes. Every chance I get I strip more stock parts off the bike (fender came off last week) 

Anyways, just wanted to say Hi and let ya all know I am still alive...

[SD750F]

Welcome back Joe. I have been checking your Chicago sites from time to time to see what's new.

Scott

[Jonesy]

I have just been riding my Ducati so much I am kinda diggin the more modern bikes.

Strong with the force you are, but beware of the dark side!

All kidding aside, good to hear from you!

[ProTeal55]

Believe me I am still a huge fan of vintage bikes, but not with the vintage upkeep they require. It is just so nice to hop on my Ducati, press the start button, and off I go.

Thus why I have my eyes on a used Ducati SportClassic (see below) that I plan to cafe/chop the hell outta.

Just invision a one off Franken-exhaust, slammed to the ground, some kinda custom/different paint job, strip off everything not needed, custom seat, etc.. This would give me a sorta classic look, with the reliability of a modern scoot.

[my78k]

I had written you off as dead and then I saw the odd post there for a while when you first started trying to sell the 450...I realized that you weren't dead but had merely lost your mind (and your way). I dig that little scoot....

Anyways glad to have you back...for now!

Dennis

[ProTeal55]

I had written you off as dead and then I saw the odd post there for a while when you first started trying to sell the 450...I realized that you weren't dead but had merely lost your mind (and your way). I dig that little scoot....

If you dig it so much then buy it 

[Porscheguy912]

Hi-diddly doo Joe!

My new bike will be done soon, so i'll prob see you at some half fast / pontiac events now that we are neighbors and all.

New bike looks good!
But you gotta jeep the ol' copper exhaust 450!

[ProTeal55]

Hi-diddly doo Joe!

My new bike will be done soon, so i'll prob see you at some half fast / pontiac events now that we are neighbors and all.

New bike looks good!
But you gotta jeep the ol' copper exhaust 450!

You hear The Pontiac is closin it's doors after this season ! It's getting leveled and turned into a 2 story Starbucks (exactly what that area needs is another place for the douche bags to hangout). What's the new bike ya got cooking ?

[Porscheguy912]

Hi-diddly doo Joe!

My new bike will be done soon, so i'll prob see you at some half fast / pontiac events now that we are neighbors and all.

New bike looks good!
But you gotta jeep the ol' copper exhaust 450!

You hear The Pontiac is closin it's doors after this season ! It's getting leveled and turned into a 2 story Starbucks (exactly what that area needs is another place for the douche bags to hangout). What's the new bike ya got cooking ?

I haddnt heard! thats major! Ah well, the six corners is full of douche bags any how. Better they stay down there then come up to my neck of the woods.
Funny thing though, i meant to type Continental, not Pontiac though.

I got a 78 CB750F i'm cafe' in it out. The only thing i'm not so crazy about is the dang comstars.
Check my post in the registry thread and you will see some pics of it when i bought it in April.

[ProTeal55]

You def. need to make the swap from those Comstars to spokes.
Look forward to checkin it out. The Continental nights are rockin, and now that Cobra Lounge is getting outdoor seating, that night should pickup as well...

[SSCR]

Pontiac sucked anyways.

[ProTeal55]

Pontiac sucked anyways.

The Pontiac was a good place to start the day.
Not like I would sit their all day and rot, but Hillbilly Bingo on Sundays will be missed..

[78 k550]

Nice to see you Again.
Don' be a stranger I miss your avatar of the 55. My fav. year.
I'm affraid to ride a modern bike of the same reason. My newest bike I ride is my 77/76 CB750F. Hey it's modern, it has dual disc up front and one in back. 

Paul

[ProTeal55]

Just for you bud --->

[fuzzybutt]

those buick hubcaps?

[nickjtc]

Pontiac sucked anyways.

Careful, you'll make this thread follow the same lines as the anti-Rush one!

[Ecosse]

those buick hubcaps?

They look to be (57?) Caddy caps with bullets in the center. I know you weren't askin' me but I dig customs and had to put in my two cents.

[78 k550]

Aslo your knowledge, and humor.
Its not all about the car.

Paul

[ProTeal55]

those buick hubcaps?

They look to be (57?) Caddy caps with bullets in the center. I know you weren't askin' me but I dig customs and had to put in my two cents.

You are correct sir. The caps are offa 1957 Caddy, and then I knocked out the centers and put 2'' bullets. Very popular look on lead sleds and Mercs back in the day. I went this route becasue I have always loved the look of the caps, and didnt feel like spending $4k+ on a set of 18's & 20's for the car..