Topic: Please ask Two Tired to stick around

[greasy j]

Thanks to those who cared enough to relay their sentiments.

I don't know how much I'm going to be contributing anymore.  As I am returning to an old passion of flying airplanes, and building / flying RC models.

I just feel my time is better spent on that, than bickering/arguing with/cajoling certain individuals on this forum. 
It seems like most don't like the blunt, to the point, factual style, anyway, as it has nothing to do with popular style, du-jour.  And, if a post looks sorta like learning/schooling, it detracts from the enjoyment of the frivolous banter many come here to participate in.  (I don't really pretend to understand the real dynamic, so that's just an extrapolated guess, that doesn't mean anything.)  So, you just gotta throw the nerdy guy out of the clique so the status quo doesn't get messed up, and what is cool becomes threatened/tainted.

I recall my aircraft mechanic once asked me why I didn't become a teacher.  I expect now I know why that would never have worked out.  I try too hard, I think.
Knowledge is not perceived as valuable unless the individual gaining has "paid" for it in some way.  I believe most humans live by this creed, and why humans have such a difficult time with advancement.

Thanks for the lessons, people!

just so you know, I appreciate your advice and don't mind being told I'm a dumbass or I did something wrong. factual is good, honest is good. you gotta tell someone when they have a booger on their face. hope you'll still be around once in a while.

[bucky katt]

go ahead and take a break but you better come back!

[edbikerii]

Well, so long, Lloyd.  I have learned quite a bit from you over the years, and I appreciate it.  I fully understand why you will be better served by pursuing your own interests rather than being "Mr. Spock" around here.  I wish you lots of fun in your aeronautical pursuits.  Besides, I think in over 10,000 posts, you have probably covered just about every aspect of the SOHC4 motorcycle that exists.  Now it is time for the newbies to use the search button!

Good luck, and don't be a stranger.

Edward

Thanks to those who cared enough to relay their sentiments.

I don't know how much I'm going to be contributing anymore.  As I am returning to an old passion of flying airplanes, and building / flying RC models.

I just feel my time is better spent on that, than bickering/arguing with/cajoling certain individuals on this forum. 
It seems like most don't like the blunt, to the point, factual style, anyway, as it has nothing to do with popular style, du-jour.  And, if a post looks sorta like learning/schooling, it detracts from the enjoyment of the frivolous banter many come here to participate in.  (I don't really pretend to understand the real dynamic, so that's just an extrapolated guess, that doesn't mean anything.)  So, you just gotta throw the nerdy guy out of the clique so the status quo doesn't get messed up, and what is cool becomes threatened/tainted.

I recall my aircraft mechanic once asked me why I didn't become a teacher.  I expect now I know why that would never have worked out.  I try too hard, I think.
Knowledge is not perceived as valuable unless the individual gaining has "paid" for it in some way.  I believe most humans live by this creed, and why humans have such a difficult time with advancement.

Thanks for the lessons, people!

[tramp]

don't forget to come back
later

[GammaFlat]

Have a blast with the planes (both kinds).  I took some flying lessons a ways back and would love to pick it up again. 

Hope to hear from you more here in the future. 

[Raul CB750K1]

It has been a long time since I don't read TT posts anymore. His scientifical approach seems well founded, and it definitely makes him win every controversy if only because most people won't bother in wasting his time trying to win discussions over the internet and spending their time looking for figures to support their point and convince people they don't know at all.

I find many of his posts plain boring, sorry for going against the grain. I come here to have a good time and learn things about old bikes, not always in that specific order, and if I can help somebody with my experience, much better.

I for one prefer the advice given by many other members, who had proven skilled enough to give sound advice, but without the superiority complex. Their posts are more entertaining to read, more easy to understand, and given in the way of "friend to a friend" instead of "teacher to pupil".


There is many people who appreciate TT style and wisdom, and if only for that, his contributions are an asset to the forum. Then it is up to everybody to decide whether it is worth reading or not. I'm also one of those who think you should let somebody know he has a booger in his face, but there are many ways to do it, and in my opinion, the best one is to do it privately and let the guy get away unembarrassed.

[Gordon]

I for one prefer the advice given by many other members, who had proven skilled enough to give sound advice, but without the superiority complex.

Same here. 


Of course, without eccentrics any community is a less interesting place. 

[BobbyR]

There is always the balance between content and style. Sometimes you extract the content and overlook the style.

[bucky katt]

+1, being normal is boring

[Gordon]

+1, being normal is boring

How would you know?

[754]

 

  Y B NRML                                               

[bucky katt]

+1, being normal is boring

How would you know?

i tried normal, now i know how it feels to be comatose 

[manjisann]

I hope I am not counted as one of those that pushed TT away    I really appreciated the time and effort he put into the stock airbox thread and I learned a ton. I went with pods anyway but not after giving it considerable thought and also with a better understanding of the limitations they will have (I did some mods to the bike that made the stock box less feasible, it wasn't a looks thing I swear!)  When I asked TT about the stock box and why it was designed the way it was I did so letting him know that I was seriously leaning toward pods. He freely spent his time and gave of his knowledge and I really appreciated. I guess what I'm trying to say is that even though I didn't put the stock air system on the bike, it wasn't because I didn't believe or value TT's info. 

Have fun with your planes TT, but I hope you'll drop on by now and then!

Brandon

[TwoTired]

I hope I am not counted as one of those that pushed TT away   

No, you weren't.  I'm happy to try and help those who seek better understanding.

Have fun with your planes TT, but I hope you'll drop on by now and then!

Brandon

Spent most of yesterday flying and playing in the wind with my new electric plane.  Quite enjoyable. 

Cheers,

[kghost]

You ever need a vacation come on down to South Texas.

I've got some SOHC's and an Airplane to play with. (no 500/550's tho)

We'll hang out at the hanger and tell lies. My First Office will prolly lend ya an RC to fly....seems like he has about 2 dozen in here 

[TwoTired]

Hmm...
I've a sister and family that lives in College Station.  I guess that's more mid Mid-Texas, though.

Are you far enough south that reflective outerwear (a la space blanket material) is recommended?   

My Niece-in-law is a native Texan.  She claims Texas heat is not a problem at all, as you only have to be in it between house and vehicle and then vehicle to building.  Don't even have to break a sweat. 
She's a fun person.   

[rhos1355]

Hmmnn, just the other week I thought that the forum was getting a much "calmer" and industrious place. No-ones chucked a strop or walked off in ages. Maybe everyones' too busy bashing spanners(wrenches) to get sensitive. I spoke too soon.
I've come to the conclusion that if you're getting too het up about what people are posting here then you're not busy enough on your bike.
For cripe's sake there's approx 5000 of us here............for sure someone's gonna p*ss you off sooner or later. Live with it.
And for the rest of you; get back to work! Spring's just around the corner and I want to hear stories of all the trips and miles you ate up over the summer on your bikes.

[1timduke]

Best wishes, TT.   Your knowledge and advise have been invaluable.    Hope to see you post again when you're ready.

Thanks a TON!

-Tim

[kghost]

Hmm...
I've a sister and family that lives in College Station.  I guess that's more mid Mid-Texas, though.

I'm about a 5 - 6 hr drive from there.

Are you far enough south that reflective outerwear (a la space blanket material) is recommended?   

Yes in the Summer its like HELL with the flames missing.

My Niece-in-law is a native Texan.  She claims Texas heat is not a problem at all, as you only have to be in it between house and vehicle and then vehicle to building.  Don't even have to break a sweat. 
She's a fun person.   

If she's cute she can come too.....but only if she likes SOHC Hondas.....I have police to keep out the riff raff.

[tramp]

texas
the only state you can drive 300 miles and see nothing but dirt
 
my job sent me there many times
better weather than michigan thats for sure
the only place i burned my hand picking up a tool i left in the sun
you learn fast

[Bob Wessner]

better weather than michigan thats for sure

I take it you're not a fan of winter. 

[Duke McDukiedook]

I dunno, 95 degrees in April is not my idea of spring.

[mick750F]

Hmm...
I've a sister and family that lives in College Station.  I guess that's more mid Mid-Texas, though.

Are you far enough south that reflective outerwear (a la space blanket material) is recommended?   

My Niece-in-law is a native Texan.  She claims Texas heat is not a problem at all, as you only have to be in it between house and vehicle and then vehicle to building.  Don't even have to break a sweat. 
She's a fun person.   

  I was in Austin, 77/78, and I loved it. What a fantastic city...incredible music scene, friendly people, decent art scene, plenty of nature outside the city...Hippie Hollow  . I arrived there in the fall of '77, by the time August '78 showed up I was DONE! It was one of the notorious heat waves where it was over 100º for something like a month straight. I left in the 3rd week of it and never looked back though I'd love to visit Austin again sometime. And yes, when i wasn't working construction...which was weekends, my girlfriend and I looked for air conditioned places to hang out. Don't believe what they say about ...It's not the heat it's the humidity. After a certain point it is about the heat.

  Glad to see that you're still checking in Lloyd, hope you're enjoying life away from the insanity here.

Mike

[medic09]

Lloyd, every time I've checked in and lurked a bit, yours were the comments I sought out.  As I see it, you have a role as educator on this forum that is shared by only a few others.  It has nothing to do with agreement or disagreement.  You are one of the most informative educators here.  I always felt blessed when I benefitted from your knowledge and your thorough presentation.

Glad to see you at least check in.  Have fun with those planes.  Or, as we say in my line of work, 'fly safe'!   

[bender01]

Ive learned a ton from you TT. Some stuff you have  posted is so far over my head that I only hope to one day comprehend it.  Thank you for all the info you have put here.  Do check in to keep some of us from doing real stupid things. I hope your new avatar doesnt confuse some who just occasionally hit this site and scroll for your wisdom.  Thanks again, Truly!
  Ben