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May 26, 2012

The Making of a KTM Dual Sport Bike

D sadly said goodbye to his Yamaha dirt bike after the back surgeries as he knew that he wouldn’t be able to ride for some time. He also knew that he eventually wanted to have a dual sport bike (primarily off-road, but also street legal), and he couldn’t convert his particular Yamaha to make this happen. We set aside the money from his old bike, and he began some serious research during his down time to see what he wanted. Ultimately, he bike of choice was a KTM. The problem? A new bike was well out of the price range…

STP Multipurpose Motor Treatment #engineluv #CBias

November 29, 2011

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STP Multipurpose Motor Treatment #engineluv #CBias

Posted in In the Garage, and Reviews

I’m pleased to have D doing his first guest post today… When I first heard of writing about STP’s Multipurpose Motor Treatment I thought it was a good fit as I am always purchasing additives and stabilizers for my toys and vehicles. I had never heard of this product, so I was curious as to what it was. As it turns out, this product can complete several different things: fuel system cleaner motor oil treatment engine flush 2 and 4 stroke small engine fuel system cleaner I am continually purchasing fuel stabilizer for my generators (one for the house and…

Planning for the Future

Posted in Family, and Photography

Munchkin has a dream… a dream of owning an old truck. When I say old truck, I’m talking about something from the 40s, 50s, or 60s. She has a few years before she can actually drive it on her own, but she’s saving now. She wants to try to purchase the truck sooner rather than later, so she and Daddy can work on the truck and get it ready for when she’s able to drive. So much planning and researching is taking place around here. I’m so grateful that her Daddy is a truck guy, so he can guide her…