I'm starting to get that nervous feeling I get before a trip. It's coming up so fast and I'm worried that I won't get everything done that I need to do.
I have quite a list but I can accomplish it if I use my time effectively...even watching little David.
I was looking over some cruise paperwork and I think we're entitled to an on-board credit of $150. We reserved this cruise while still on the last cruise and we're supposed to get a credit equal to the deposit. It sure would be nice. It would cover the internet use. Internet may seem like a luxury but we need to stay in touch with home and it's the best way.
Thursday, February 27, 2014
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
17 days to go
It's coming up fast. Supposed to be in the upper 50's today so I should be able to complete the remaining projects and go for a ride.
So far today I've installed the heat shields, saddlebag security hardware and discovered that the bike is filthy. I started cleaning a few spots. It didn't really matter where I started as the whole thing needs to be done. I think the part I hate the most is cleaning the alum. wheels. They're tough, you have to keep turning them and after ten years they don't come as clean and stain free as I'd like. There are also lots and lots of tight little spots. I purchased a set of Pimp Stixx to help clean. Today I'm going to start at the front and start moving back.
So far today I've installed the heat shields, saddlebag security hardware and discovered that the bike is filthy. I started cleaning a few spots. It didn't really matter where I started as the whole thing needs to be done. I think the part I hate the most is cleaning the alum. wheels. They're tough, you have to keep turning them and after ten years they don't come as clean and stain free as I'd like. There are also lots and lots of tight little spots. I purchased a set of Pimp Stixx to help clean. Today I'm going to start at the front and start moving back.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
21 Days To Go...Three Weeks
Only 21 days until the cruise. Three Weeks! It's almost approaching too fast. There's still a bunch of stuff to do to the bike but luckily we're supposed to have a few 'warm' days soon. Today is sunny and about 45 degrees but I need to stay inside to watch little David. Friday is calling for 60 and chance of rain and Saturday partly cloudy and 50...ride days!
Monday, February 10, 2014
30 Days And Counting....It's Approaching Fast
30 Days...it's creeping up fast....basically a month away. Looking at the weather right now I hope we can ride to the ship and don't have to use trailers. I'm good anywhere above 35 degrees as long as it's dry. Wet and cold SUCKS!
There are two scenarios for using the trailers. The first is to trailer the bikes to the port, leave them, go back home with the trailers and return in the car. The second is to park the trailers near the port ($$$).
I still have a bunch of things to do to the bike. I installed the new battery and I have to install the battery maintainer today since we have 10 degree temperatures coming and it would be stupid to freeze a new battery. Update...done!
The two big things that are left are the horn and the heat shields. I expect the horn wiring kit to arrive in the next few days. It shouldn't be too bad a job to complete, if it warms up a little. The heat shields are another story. It has to be at least 50 degrees for the adhesive to stick.
Clothes are going to be an issue. I have to really watch what I eat for the next 30 days...try to lose whatever weight I can. Alot of the clothes that I planned on wearing won't fit. Oink!
There are two scenarios for using the trailers. The first is to trailer the bikes to the port, leave them, go back home with the trailers and return in the car. The second is to park the trailers near the port ($$$).
I still have a bunch of things to do to the bike. I installed the new battery and I have to install the battery maintainer today since we have 10 degree temperatures coming and it would be stupid to freeze a new battery. Update...done!
The two big things that are left are the horn and the heat shields. I expect the horn wiring kit to arrive in the next few days. It shouldn't be too bad a job to complete, if it warms up a little. The heat shields are another story. It has to be at least 50 degrees for the adhesive to stick.
Clothes are going to be an issue. I have to really watch what I eat for the next 30 days...try to lose whatever weight I can. Alot of the clothes that I planned on wearing won't fit. Oink!
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