Reading a book by Chuck Klosterman is like reading a letter from your best friend. Like any of your friends, you may not agree with everything he says, or even care about everything he’s talking about, but Chuck doesn’t care and neither do you because he writes in such a way that makes you feel… Continue reading Killing Yourself to Live: 85% of a True Story
Month: February 2005
Barbados – Dream Destination for Retirement?
Barbados is yet another place that holds plenty of promise as a destination for retirement. Anyone choosing to retire here is assured of a good life in more ways than one. On the one hand you have the marvelous scenery and mellow climate. It may come as news to you that more than 5,000 Britons… Continue reading Barbados – Dream Destination for Retirement?
How to renew the chain and sprockets on the Yamaha Thundercat
You will need: good socket set, preferably half-inch drive, a torque wrench, a rear paddock stand, a good quality chain staking tool (you can hire these), an assistant (large). First, buy your chain and sprockets. They are cheapest as a kit. The chain type is 50ZVM, 108 links. DID and RK are both very good… Continue reading How to renew the chain and sprockets on the Yamaha Thundercat
How to change a bike tire tube and patch a tube.
The flat, or puncture, is probably the most frequently encountered bike problem. It really is a very simple repair if the rider has the equipment available. Tools for a flat: Patch kit, tire levers, pump, and wrenches if wheel has nuts on the axel. While it is nice to know how to patch a tube,… Continue reading How to change a bike tire tube and patch a tube.
How to renew the fork oil on the Yamaha Thundercat
You will need: good socket set with hex bits, a torque wrench, a rear paddock stand, a small jack. First, go out and buy a litre of good quality fork oil. 5W is specified, but some people prefer 10W for a stiffer feel, or mix your own 7.5W. With the bike on its side stand,… Continue reading How to renew the fork oil on the Yamaha Thundercat