Suzuki V-Strom (VStrom) Owners Club DL250, DL650, DL1000 & DL1050
Market Place => For Sale (Bike related) => V-Strom.co.uk Merchandise => Topic started by: cymarceng on September 12, 2009, 09:26:04
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Hi all,I have had a terrific reply from you all and I should have realised that the 650 variant would also be in demand (doh). During the week I have had a lot of questions which I will try to answer in this single UPDATE post along with an honest appraisal of the parts (please see below) and a visit from `Al` (also a member). I have not seen any posts from Al yet but I anticipate that it will be a good report.
Anyway, here is an update and an answer to most of your questions:
1. The 1000cc rad and oil cooler cover WITH YOUR CLUB LOGO ON THEM (as per the photo on the recent post) are available NOW!
2. The radiator cover is priced at £38.99 + £8 p&p.
3. The oil cooler cover is priced at £15 + £3 p&p
4. Both will cost £52.99 + £9 p&p
5. I anticipate that the 650 variants will cost the same
>>>>>>>>blokes, for bespoke designs at qty`s less than many thousands this is a very good price if you did not already realise<<<<<<<<<
6. And no, I am not doing this for entirely commercial gain!
7. I anticipate that the 650 variant will be designed, prototyped and ready for testing in about 10 working days if I work all night (Andy!).
8. If anyone wishes to test the 650 variants for me and willing to travel to my factory (http://www.cymarc.co.uk (http://www.cymarc.co.uk)) they will get the covers at half price.
9. The next parts will be the chain guard and brake reservoir covers, all in hand finsihed stainless and bearing your club logo
10. And no, at this time I have no idea of the price!
11. The 1000cc gear change enhancer does fit the 650 and at some point `Al` is going to test it to let us know if it does the same on the 650 as it does on the 1000cc (see report below).
12. And yes, I will fit EVERYTHING free at the factory because I like doing it for club members.
13. the gear change enhancer will be £19.99 to club members + £3 p&p
14. All my stuff is sent by tracked and/or special delivery so that I know you blokes will get it.
15. I need a donor bike to design a top box plate extension - if anyone needs one and is willing to travel to my factory they will get it at half price if I can make one.
16. as yet I have no intention to look at sump guards but I may in the future.
17. Any postage outside of mainland Britain will, of course, cost a little more.
18. All cheques must be made payable to Cymarc Engineering - address on website.
Hope this helps, if I have missed anything then please say.
Best regards to all.
Mark.
Re: Club bespoke radiator & oil cooler covers
by flyinscot on Fri Sep 11, 2009 3:10 pm
Hi All
I am the bloke who has been doing Marks testing for him and just to give it some provinance , I have some Rider qualifications as well as mechanical expertise.
I am an I.A.M trainer,Bike safe trainer,ROSPA (GOLD), Police Advanced class 1 on road and off road, Some city and guilds quals in construction and use as well as prohibition. I have over 20 years of riding experience on a vast array of machines from off road 125 up to Kawasaki 1400. I cover about 20k a year on a bike doing a huge mixture of rural and motorway and sometimes usually once per year somewhere on the continent.
I have tried both sets of the Rad and oil covers covering two weeks of moderate to hard riding during our last heat wave and did not have any issue with overheating. I stuck in town for an hour on one of the days just to try and get it to overheat but once the fan kicked in it was fine. I am not using the covers with the bigger holes but haven't had a problem with either though if you feel there is an issue then go for the larger holes.
Not only do they offer fantastic protection that will never rust but they look great and really make your machine stand out.
I have also tried the spacer after carrying out some research which I will share for the benefit of the forum. 20 Year Suzuki DEALER TOLD ME THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM HOWEVER AS A CHAIN (TYPE DEPENDENT IE STANDARD, O RING) with rigorous maintenance should last between 20-40k and at that time you should also change your sprockets ( sorry if I'm teaching you to suck eggs ). Suzuki class this as FAIR wear and Tear therefore never bothered to try and rectify or fleet recall the machines. I personally had never noticed a problem and as this is the 3rd Suzuki I have owned, I assumed that it was a characteristic.
However once the spacer was fitted you could have knocked me off the bike with a feather,I could not believe the difference, no more clunk ,even when you engage first gear on idle there is barely a sound. All changes much smother. Tried it on Motorway, rural roads and a little bit of off road ( only about 10 miles ) also tried gear changes with and with out clutch still sweet as a nut. This will have the added effect of extending my chain and sprocket life as well as rear Tyre and also make the bike even more economical to run ( albeit negligble ).
Hope this helps
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Thanks for the update, look forward to seeing the other products when they are developed. :thumb:
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Yep, no probs - hopefully I will manage to keep everyone updated. If not just send me a message!
Regards,
Mark.
P.S. `Some` have said that they might even convert me onto a V Strom :shock:
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Cheers for the update.
I want both covers and spacer thing. Can you let me know which days you will fit. I've to fit it in with work and everything else. I will be coming up from Swindon, bit of a treck but I don't mind.
Cheers :thumb: :thumb:
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Yep, no probs - have already sent you a PM but anyway - yes for fitting, here are some good dates for me
Every Saturday in Oct apart from the 24th - I don't work at weekends but I am happy to go in for anyone who makes the effort to come - I can also do nearly all Sundays.
Working days are also OK-ish but I sometimes get distracted by having to run a manufacturing company :grin:
The only good thing for a week day is that you and other members will get to see a german laser cutting machine in action - can`t run it at the weekends, it costs far too much and needs either an operator or my manager to run it.
let me know, I am happy to work around you mate!
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Thanks Mark
I look at diary and send you a pm.
Cheers
Dave :thumb:
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OK. I will let you know when I get it.
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I know that you specialise in steel plate,but have you considered desighning us a fork brace?I think you would have a bit a demand for this.
ps your rad guards look great,I need wifey to get these for me for xmas.
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Mmmm, interesting. Do you have any links for me to look at? Tell wifey I will keep a set of club covers back for you :grin:
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there you go....
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more info here..http://www.casporttouring.com/store/mer ... ode=Suzuki (http://www.casporttouring.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=Suzuki)
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Cheers for the update.
I want both covers and spacer thing. Can you let me know which days you will fit. I've to fit it in with work and everything else. I will be coming up from Swindon, bit of a treck but I don't mind.
Cheers :thumb: :thumb:
I'm thinking about going up too and I'm not that far from you so let me know when your going up if funds and dates work out I might be able to join you :thumb:
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OK. I let you know possible dates I'm going up. I think Andy might be going up to. So might get a group ride going up there. :thumb:
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OK. I let you know possible dates I'm going up. I think Andy might be going up to. So might get a group ride going up there. :thumb:
:thumb: :thumb: keep me posted :thumb: :thumb:
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To all, I will arrange for Sarah (she works for me) to contact you all regarding orders for the covers during the week - you are more than welcome to arrange a day between you all to come up and I will fit all the clobber for free (as long as there are not too many of you!) at my factory.
Best regards,
Mark.
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Hi all, here is a copy of the `generic reply` I have sent to all members who have shown an interest so far just in case I have missed anyone out!
Thanks for all the interest, it really has been quite overwhelming!
Hi there – this is a `generic reply` to all the members who have kindly shown an interest in the covers and other stuff I am making with the club logo on it.
I am sorry that I have not been able to reply individually (in some cases I have been able to) but you should be getting this if you have indicted an interest.
Here is a price list if you do actually still want to purchase. I will need a chq made payable to Cymarc Engineering addressed to Unit 5 Bessemer Way, Scunthorpe. N. Lincs. DN15 8XE.
Please state your username so I know who it is from and don’t forget that I remain happy to fit it all free of charge for you at the factory!
I will keep everyone posted on the development of the 650 variants and all the products I am hoping to do from all your good ideas.
If anyone has ordered from overseas I will sort out the postage and let them know.
Best regards, Mark.
1. The 1000cc rad and oil cooler cover WITH YOUR CLUB LOGO ON THEM (as per the photo on the recent post) are available NOW!
2. The radiator cover is priced at £38.99 + £8 p&p.
3. The oil cooler cover is priced at £15 + £3 p&p
4. Both will cost £52.99 + £9 p&p
The gear change enhancer will be £19.99 to club members + £3 p&p
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Did I miss what these are made of? Is it stainless steel or alum/alloy? Do they come naked? or painted?
Cheers,
Stu
Just seen they're stainless - Doh :shy:
Still, are they naked?
Stu
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Still, are they naked?Stu
You'll pay extra for that :grin:
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Yep, sorry, Andy beat me to it - daftness carries a 5% surcharge.
Only joking :grin:
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Fair one! :shy:
Silly Billy!
Stu
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And yes, they are `naked` save for some surface finishing by hand to give a very light brushed finish and further hand finishing to `round off` all the edges coz it looks and feels much better that the high volume stuff with the sharp edges. I did this because the one on my CB1300 was very sharp and always ripped my sponge to bits during washing.
And yes, they are still stainless......... lol
And I really hope you are able to accept some very gentle yet respectful leg pulling!
best regards,
mark.
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No worries, Stu, in honesty I have had that many replies to deal with that I have forgotten my name on occasions!
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Rad and cooler cover looks pretty neat, am well interested in the 650 version and the rear top box extention plate. Let me know when products are available.
Cheers Bob
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Thanks for that, we are quite proud of them! I might miss everybody but if you keep an eye on the posts I hope you will see whan they come available.
Ta.
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Received my covers and spacer today, what great products and super fast service, thanks Mark! :clap: :clap: :clap:
Look forward to finding time to get them all fitted.
Highly recommended :grin: :thumb:
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Thank you for your very kind post and I hope it goes someway to ensuring confidence in the commitment we have at Cymarc to not just making `stuff to sell` but rather adding on as much pride and service as we can.
Shame you could not travel to us for a free fitting :grin:
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hi cymarceng
I'm interested in both covers and the top box bracket for the 650x,I'm willing to come to sunny scunny especially if I get a discount for testing them for you :grin: I only live in hull so can pop across anytime.I'll keep an eye on this post or pm me if I can be of any help.
kev
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Just a quick question, sorry if this has been answered, but do you do frame protectors for the 1000???
There is a thread on here but my incompetence prevents me from linking it so show you what I mean! :shrug:
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Hiya VSTROMDAN - sorry but as yet we have nothing developed on frame protectors and I don't know when we will be developing our own. Sorry. Ta for the enquiry.
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Hi all
just to let you know that I have just fitted my spacer & yes what a difference!! For those that are not sure if it's worth it, the answer is a resounding yes! The quality of the spacer is excellent & wheres before I wasn't sure if it was me making lousy gear changes & I can now rest easy as it wasn't me!!
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Bl**dy great news! I am really chuffed, thanks for that - we were convinced that it was an improvement but it is one hell of an acid test when you have very focused members trying this stuff out.
Thanks.
Mark.
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Hi all
just to let you know that I have just fitted my spacer & yes what a difference!! For those that are not sure if it's worth it, the answer is a resounding yes! The quality of the spacer is excellent & wheres before I wasn't sure if it was me making lousy gear changes & I can now rest easy as it wasn't me!!
Hi malc'o - that's great news. Quick question for you - is that a Wee or a Vee you've fitted the spacer to?
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Hi blokes (and gals :shy: ) - I have managed to get the brake and clutch reservoir covers finalised today - I am not sure on the spec yet but at this time I just wanted to advise all interested members of my progress. they are of my own design, of course, and I think they are incredibly horny - yes, I know I would say that but by now you all should have got the idea that this is not entirely for profit (my Manager, who isn't a biker, thinks I am mad offering a free fitting service - pah, he knows nothing - I am getting to do what I like the best).
Anyway, less waffle - as an idea the parts are stainless and DO NOT replace the current cover - they are simply an add on using replacement, longer of course, high tensile fasteners. If I have got it right (and if not I can expect an email from Andy :sarc: ) you should see a couple of images.........
Please don't bombard me with questions about price - I have not even thought about it yet. they will go on evilbay but, of course, members will get them cheaper. let me know if you want to buy any when I have some idea!
And by the way, I rode a Strom a few feet today - I guess they are not too bad............. :grin:
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Best regards and whoever is coming up to see me on Friday ride carefully!
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I would be interested in the top box extension and a fork brace if they do come off :thumb:
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Yep, no probs - as yet I am yet to get anywhere near starting the development - I would simply ask you to keep an eye out for any news as Iand when I post it.
Ta.
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Dear Mr cymarceng
Just to let you know that I'm in the dog house and she (who is to be obeyed and chief banker) is not talking to me at the moment (the piece and quite is nice) due to all the toys you are coming out with, now if I show her caps as well think I may be 6" under. I'm hoping father Christmas is going to be calling on you soon to pick up my bits I want, just waiting on the bankers say so
Mike
lol lol lol lol lol :sarc:
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Hi Mike and anyone else
I want to go up to Scunthorpe in the next few weeks. Are you still interested in going up. If so, let me know some dates and we see if it ties in with mine.
Dave :thumb: :thumb:
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Hi Mike and anyone else
I want to go up to Scunthorpe in the next few weeks. Are you still interested in going up. If so, let me know some dates and we see if it ties in with mine.
Dave :thumb: :thumb:
I'll talk to the banker :shy: wish me luck lol
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Good luck. :)))
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Hi Mike and anyone else
I want to go up to Scunthorpe in the next few weeks. Are you still interested in going up. If so, let me know some dates and we see if it ties in with mine.
Dave :thumb: :thumb:
Next week is out for me because or Wo...wor...wor well you know..
But after that I'm pretty flexible. Is anyoine else intending on staying over in Scunthorpe? :obscene-drinkingchug:
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Hi blokes
650 V-Strom GT
I popped across to sunny Scunny today and I was very impressed with all that I saw.
The oil cooler cover will make a remarkable improvement on the original and the quality and finish is excellent, the Rad cover looks very impressive too but will have to wait for the finished product for the 650. The brake res caps look great as well. :grin: :grin: :grin:
I will be having another blast across there in the next couple of weeks to purchase all that will fit!! (wifey did not hear this bit) :notme: :pin:
Thanks to Mark for showing me around, that laser cutter is one fantastic piece of kit. :ty:
Andy
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Thanks for visiting Andy and thank you very much for your kind words - I am sure the members will appreciate and take notice of your opinion.
Your wife won`t hear it from me................. :thumb:
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Hi all, I have put some more parts up for you to look at under a new post `More Stuff from Cymarceng` if you want to take a look.
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I'm looking at 2nd of October. And staying overnight.
Let me know if that's any good and if not what dates are better. I'm pretty flexible.
Dave.
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Yep, second is good - please remind me closer to the day so I can `clear the decks` for the day
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Cheers mark.
Mike and andy let me know if that date is any good.
Dave
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Cheers mark.
Mike and andy let me know if that date is any good.
Dave
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Good for me at the moment :thumb:
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OK, lets see how we get on - I have all the 1000cc stuff done and hopefully will have the 650 stuff done by then - you must remind me closer to the date so I can make sure I have the stuff made for you - this tackle is not `off the shelf`
regards,
Mark.
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bah 2nd is no good for me - landing back from a trip to Gozo that day :bawl:
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Cheers mark.
Mike and andy let me know if that date is any good.
Dave
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Sorry to say due to work getting busy and me being on nights I'm not going to be able to get time to go up ###
going down the post route just waiting to hear from Mark on how he wants paying for my bits :clap: :thumb:
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paypal mate - or a chq (chickens at a push) :grin:
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paypal mate - or a chq (chickens at a push) :grin:
No worries need price and email address( I think ) for paypal
Did try ringing you but you where fixing something at the time :shy:
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yeah, Sorry, the laser had `gone down` and my manager is off poorly. What did you want again?
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
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Ha ha, Lovely Lady, that's funny!
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Anyway, you should want some of this bling - its lovely!
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
Think you're on the wrong site then :neen:
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
Think you're on the wrong site then :neen:
I'm here for my decorative qualities, scintillating wit, abundance of charm and sparkling conversation :neen:
and I have the rudest jokes :grin:
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Catballou, take no notice :grin: I know what you mean - just wish I could help but being in my forties I am a little rusty around the edges lol
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
Think you're on the wrong site then :neen:
I'm here for my decorative qualities, scintillating wit, abundance of charm and sparkling conversation :neen:
and I have the rudest jokes :grin:
True I guess we do need some eye chandy :haha: :haha:
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I love you, catballou.
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
Think you're on the wrong site then :neen:
I'm here for my decorative qualities, scintillating wit, abundance of charm and sparkling conversation :neen:
and I have the rudest jokes :grin:
True I guess we do need some eye chandy :haha: :haha:
You're still not seeing those piccys
:neen:
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Oh dear - and it was proper Man-Love too!
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
Think you're on the wrong site then :neen:
I'm here for my decorative qualities, scintillating wit, abundance of charm and sparkling conversation :neen:
and I have the rudest jokes :grin:
True I guess we do need some eye chandy :haha: :haha:
You're still not seeing those piccys
:neen:
I don't like to beg but PLEASE :pray: :pray: :pray: :pray:
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paypal mate - or a chq (chickens at a push) :grin:
Cheque is on it's way recorded post :lala: :lala: :lala: :lala:
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Ta mate, I will let you know when it gets here.
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
Mark is doing these now Anj, AND you can have the site name on them :thumb:
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I have a pair please!!!
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Ha!
Would anyone like to be the `donor crotch`? lol
I will do free fitting and, oh, the prototyping - it would take months! :grin:
I am hoping to do `scratch and sniff` lol
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What did you want again?
Girlie stuff... none of this bike nonsense :grin:
Mark is doing these now Anj, AND you can have the site name on them :thumb:
(http://13.media.tumblr.com/ghGNfxZ4Fqpkthrn5xwUO1Wuo1_400.jpg)
:shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:
can you get them in yellow :grin:
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For you, the world (and yellow)
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did the postman get you or a member of your staff sign for a envelope from Frome today :shrug:
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Sorry mate, no, I got a chq in an envelope from `Dick` (a member - wow you have to be careful how you say that!) for some Club stuff but `nowt from you.
perhaps tomorrow?
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Hope So ### ### ### Just checked track and trace and that tells you sweet F.A don't you just love the postal service in this country :sarc:
Was hoping that my goodies would have been with me by the weekend as the wife is at work and I could have played in the grange with no interruptions but never mind :bawl: :bawl:
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Well in that case I`ll send them regardless tomorrow - if the chq doesn`t arrive (or bounces) I`ll come down and torch your house :grin:
I still need a postal address matey and don't worry - I`ll see that they are sent tomorrow and I`ll let you know when the chq turns up eh?
Can`t have a man without his bling...............
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Well in that case I`ll send them regardless tomorrow - if the chq doesn`t arrive (or bounces) I`ll come down and torch your house :grin:
I still need a postal address matey and don't worry - I`ll see that they are sent tomorrow and I`ll let you know when the chq turns up eh?
Can`t have a man without his bling...............
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PM sent with address on it
Tracking number is BR457133098GB :thumb:
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No worries mate, I am sure it will turn up - its possible got a lot to do with these postal strikes................
Nonetheless, the 2 covers and the gear change enhancer will be posted by my `She Who Must Be Obeyed` in the morning Special Delivery next Day Signed for.
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No worries mate, I am sure it will turn up - its possible got a lot to do with these postal strikes................
Nonetheless, the 2 covers and the gear change enhancer will be posted by my `She Who Must Be Obeyed` in the morning Special Delivery next Day Signed for.
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:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:
and THANKYOU
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Hi mate, just to let you know that I have posted all the stuff you wanted on a Special Delivery Next Day before 1pm service - I just hope it gets to you, please let me know.
By the way, still no chq...........
Regards,
Mark.
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OK thanks :clap: if it doesn't turn up tomorrow I'll ring you and sort something out ###
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OK mate, no worries.
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It's here all I can say Great service from Mark
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Fitting at the weekend :clap:
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Bloody postal strikes, I've been waiting for a tax disc for 10 days, one week more and the company car will be off the road!
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Het CoopMick, once I've shifted the swine flu, can I pop over and have a look at the rad cover? Think I've found my Christmas pressie :grin: I'm up by the M4 so not too far away.
Stu
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Het CoopMick, once I've shifted the swine flu, can I pop over and have a look at the rad cover? Think I've found my Christmas pressie :grin: I'm up by the M4 so not too far away.
Stu
Your more than welcome :thumb: :thumb:
Just bear in mind due to being a hair Donkey trucker only home at weekends :clap: :clap:
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Job done all fitted. :thumb: :thumb:
Start
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Finish
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If I can do it any one can :clap: :clap: :clap:
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Looks great. I'm going up on Friday to get my bits.
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Well done, they look good and I hope you are pleased.
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Hi All, please see the following email sent to Andy as an update........
:GRR:
Yeah, f*cking thing, Rob came over from Hull again (I think he has put a post up?) and after 3 hours of running round like a loon all I achieved was to disappear up my own arse.
I sent him home eventually because I was starting to feel a dick – he also had 2 mates with him.
So, it has been redesigned (we could not get it to fit despite having 3 people, 1 laser, 1 CNC pressbrake and a CAD operator at my disposal – I would hate to think of the cost) so I am now after a donor bike to try the new design on, Rob says he will come over again soon but I don't know when.
The 1000cc went like a dream but the 650 one is proving an expensive pig.
All I got was nowhere and a good slagging off Rob.
Have got the chain guard done though!
I think I might post this as an update for all interested parties...........
From: Andy V-Strom [mailto:andy@v strom co uk]
Sent: 26 September 2009 16:30
To: 'Mark Hooton'
Subject: 650 Bling
Hi Mark,
Any update on the 650 Rad Cover etc.?
Cheers
Andy