Projects

My Old Friend: Part 10 – An XT Reborn
Part 10: Published 12-30-2009 In the final days of December, I strap down, and finish a project I’ve worked over a year on. What started out as a tribute, became a long emotional path as

My Old Friend: The Rebirth of an XT – Wiring 101
I sure know how to make a mess of wiring!

My Old Friend comes to life!
Over a year after starting this project, I finally start my XT for the first time in several years.

The Final Stretch
So I’ve been working on the milling machine, to fabricate the new bracket that will hold the dash as well as headlight on my XT225. I have to say, it’s a fun experience, and I’m

The Heart of a 9-Year Old: Restoring a Link to the Past
It amazes me, how there are certain times in your life, that you can remember almost photographically. I’m not talking about short moments in time, but full days of events. One of those days for

It’s December First
I wanted to make sure I had a post on the first of the month. I really didn’t know what I originally wanted to write about, so I guess I’ll just give little updates on

Delays Delays
I got news that the TrailTech Vapor Stealth that I ordered a few weeks back is actually on backorder until the 3rd of December. Talk about a huge bummer. I need this piece so I

The World of The Department of Licensing
Well, I finally got the license plate for the XT. So it is officially able to roam the roads once I get her finished! This makes me very happy! Not to say though, that it