[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Leslie and Ingel’s Trip to Europe #7878

Good to hear from you guys. Can't wait to see the latest photos. My regards to Leslie. We'll miss you at the next dinner (already being planned). When will you arrive in Germany?Cheers,Alex

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: great Ahornground – Karwendel – european Alps #4977

Thanks for the report Rudi. This adds a bit of international flavour. No snow in sight, so Jim should be happy, too. Cheers,Alex

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: BMWOR newsletter comes to an end????? #7913

We have a core group who is anti internet and insists on a paper version. They don't seem to understand that nobody wants to take this option away. We just want to give people the choice and those who don;t want paper will save the club money. People who want the paper version can continue to receive their newsletter on paper. Apparently it's the thin end of the wedge.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Broken Rocker Cover Bolt #7674

What's the latest on the rocker cover saga? Did you get it repaired alright?Cheers,Alex

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Hello from Bavaria, Germany! #7906

Dein Deutsch is recht gut Herr Buwcie. Das kommt wohl von dem deutschen Motorrad.Alex

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: BMWOR newsletter comes to an end????? #7911

I agree, the sample group will be too small and skewed. Doesn't stop us from having a poll though. I really like the paper newsletter, it is a lot more user friendly. However, the club is trying to safe money and if we have to print fewer copies we would safe money. I would be happy with an online version for that reason.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Abandoned weatherboard buildings -Post them here- #5201

Well done Tharon, some amazing buildings.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Spotted in Indonesia (yogya)- an old Beemer #7909

Neat bike. I also like the ventilated topcase, it would be great for transporting chickens :-).

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Hello from Bavaria, Germany! #7896

Welcome to the forum Rudi.  Rudi has some interesting pictures on his website from the Allgaeu area of Germany. You'll see rolling hills and the Alps (Swiss and German) in the background. It is the area I grew up in. Below a reminder what Winter really looks like 🙂

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Sunday jaunt #4933

I think I can see a big grin under that helmet :-).

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: BMWOR AKL Register Ride to Matakohe (July 15) #7854

Oops, it should be the 15th. Thanks for spotting that. I'll have to have it changed in the newsletter as well.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Trickle Charger, which one? #7772

Thanks for that , we have an account at Jaycar. I should have thought of that.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Trickle Charger, which one? #7770

Thanks Steve, I'll see where I can find one like that. Alex

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: BMWOR AKL Register Ride to Kawhia (June 10) #7827

I ate this fish, and I've got to say it was excellent. I am looking forward to its relative.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Starter motor solenoid/relay wanted #7784

*Update*Got the starter back from Simms. The repaired the brushes which were loose, cleaned up the armature and replaced the solenoid that I stuffed up in a moment of idiocy. Total cost $240 the solenoid was $126. Could have had the solenoid from the States for $100. What did I do to the solenoid? On reassembly I wound the long screw directly into the solenoid, before putting the housing on it. The screw will go in and damage the windings in the process, as the thread is open to the inside. Why did I do it? There are two screws holding the solenoid to  the starter below the housing which are identical in thread, but obviously a lot shorter. Obviously you wind it in harder when you start to feel resistance and don't get suspicious. That's the third time I've learnt that if it doesn't come apart or go together easily, think twice before you apply excess force. Hopefully it will stick this time around.

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