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  6. Can I get mine in a F-14?

    in Dumpster

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    That's freekin awesome... I had a chance to flight sim at Flight Safety at port CMH a few years back with a buddy that flew for NetJets! Those sims are unbelievable but should be for $35M each (there are 8 different units there representing different airframes). This guy has achieved 80% from the look of it, just without motion. I love technology!

  10. So, no Road Runner available... Suggestions??

    in Dumpster

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    Have my M&D on VZW Mifi option for past 2 years... 3G/4G with 5GB plan is good for web surfing and general email. If you're doing large downloads, many PC builds w/ updates, or anything streaming... you're going to hit monthy quota quickly as others have stated.

    My folks have 2 laptops connected and they consume around 3-4GB per month (facebook, email, and basic web surfing).

    At work, I have 6,500 field staff between VZW, Sprint, and AT&T data services. These folks VPN from Windows PC's for email and corporate web applications (with little streaming)... we keep most folks on the 5-6GB plans to minimize data overages.

    Another wireless broadband option around Ohio may be Clearwire depending on location. http://www.clearwire.com/ Not sure about data limits, etc. I know the service is available around Columbus area but not sure how rural it extends... website has maps.

    Sorry to say, I don't know of any wide area wireless broadband solutions that don't limit data usage these days... between Netflix and Youtube, unlimited wireless options are now gone as these providers are trying to protect their networks from bandwidth hogs that consume a lot of streaming content. Just the way it is...

  11. DUCATI: The Harley of sportbikes?

    in Daily Ride

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    My advice... ride different kinds of bikes when you get an opportunity! Every bike has different characteristics that might resonate with you. I love the low down torque found with a v twin for street riding... but love the big HP and smoothness of 4's for track days. I'd probably love a triple too... What matters is if you like what you got! Multiple bikes doesn't hurt either! :-)

  13. Mid-Ohio PTR June 6 & 7

    in Track is Crack

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    In for the 6th... advanced. Haven't been out this year so bringing both trackbikes. Probably start on the 600 and switch it up after lunch to the 1000.

    Weather's looking good too! I called Friday to signup and still had 20 opening in ADV... sounds like an open track day! :-)

  14. Skutr Net - Servo Buddy

    in Reviews

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    I ordered and installed a product I found on the Internet called a Servo Buddy this week to address the Kawi's onboard error. I wanted to give this simple, effective solution some props as I'm guessing others have to deal with exhaust baffle/value issue when upgrading their exhausts.

    I pulled the stock exhaust off my '06 Kaw ZX10R this winter and put on a 2-into-1 TwoBros VALE 3/4 system that eliminated the exhaust baffle.

    I left the servo under the seat installed that acuates the cable to open/close the baffle but once disconnecting the cable, I was getting the red light error on my display. Guess the computer figured out the lack of resistance acuating the cable means there was a problem. :(

    I did some searching to find a solution and found this product and web site.

    http://www.servobuddy.com/

    Once installed, the computer error is gone so I'm guessing its sending the necessary signal(s) to prevent any error.

    I also pulled out the servo which saves a little weight and free's up some under seat space.

    Anyway, great solution for the problem I had!

  16. Opinions on 2011 Hyundai Sonata

    in Dumpster

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    Had a new 2010 as a rental out in Salt Lake City for the World Superbike races this past spring (had 7 miles when we got in it)... it was a decently loaded I-4 w/ 6 speed auto. I thought the ride was pretty nice... great acceleration, good gas mileage, ran along at 75-80 no problems, and can say it did do around 110 across the Bonneville Salt Flat with no drama!

    Put 700+ miles on it in a week and was very impressed.

    The bluetooth and USB port for MP3's was also slick.

    If looking for a decent mid 20k car... I would say it has to be at the top of the consideration list!

  18. iPhone @ 90,000ft - edge of space

    in Pics and Vids

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    We live in "interesting times" when < $1,000 of equippment can let you have an "edge of space" experience. I bet these guys young boys will talk about this for the rest of their lives and base future "school projects" on pulling this off again!

    Makes my old Estes rocket with 110 film pretty lame... ;-)

  21. Mid Ohio School Promotional session at AMA

    in Pics and Vids

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    THANKS for posting up! I had fun flogging the Hypermotard around Saturday in front of the crowd. Ran the zx10r on Thursday with some decent times but decided to run the HM1100 Saturday as something a little different looking that might appeal to a different type of rider. So... here's the shameless plug for the excellent MidOhio Performance Riding School! ;-)

  22. michelin PP 2ct or Bridgestone BT016

    in Tech and Tips

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    I have PP 2CT's on my Ducati 944SS... like the grip and quick warmup (1-2 laps). They also seem to wear well... 6-8 trackdays at least. This bike is fairly light weight ~400 lbs and puts out 90HP and 65 lbs ft. Grip at the limit is pretty predictable... I've noticed they get squirmy right at the limit which is decent warning. I run 28-30 lbs in the 120 front... 28 in the 180 rear (measured cold).

    I also had Bridgestone 016's on my Duc Hypermotard from the factory. I tracked the bike once several years ago also at MidOhio. They also seems to have plenty of grip but hard to tell how well they would wear as I just did one trackday. I know the rear was done after ~5000 miles of street riding but I'm on the gas a lot and that motor is very torque. Just replaced them this spring with PP 2CT's!

    I also have an 06 ZX10R (164RWHP) and put Michelin Power One's on it! WOW! What a hell of a trackday tire... its essentially a street legal/DOT slick! Nice tire if you want maximum grip but remain street legal.

    Michelin has the new Power Pure this year... it sits between the PP 2CT and the Power One. It has lightweight construction which drops some weight and centrificial force off your bike?! I haven't tried them myself...

    End of the day... I don't think you could go wrong either way but I think you might get more mileage out of the Michelin's.

  25. Duc

    in Daily Ride

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    I agree.... stupid fun bike to own. Other than needing a small windscreen and a tank pack for some storage, its great for hitting some twistys. Bigger fuel tank wouldn't hurt either and there's a solution available to fix that if you want the added range.

    The motor is awesome... it makes as much torque as my ZX10R but its from 3,500-7,500 so its almost instintanious.

    Service intervals aren't as good as a Japanese bike and it will probably cost you a few more $$ but I think its totally worth it.

    PLUG: If you pull the trigger... hookup with DesmOhio and we can get you pointed to several independent service guys or recommend the better dealers to work with.

    Enjoy!

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