Day 3, revenge of the oil seal

Day 3
3/11/10
Miles 0
Ttl miles 10

Did you know BMW Motorrad carries more maintenance parts for an old airhead than a new r1200GSA???? I didn't either until I had to go there three times to get bolts and other misc parts.
So yes day 3 was spent still working on Gretchen. The prior seal that I had hoped was the failed part, unfortunatly was fine. The issue lies with the rear main seal and today was spent gaining access to it. It is not out...but very close and will be so removed tomorrow.
Additional work was performed in the formation of a set of wiring harnesses and signals for the parabellum fairing. The speedo broke again so another repair was performed. Much grease and dirt was cleaned with a cool product called Goof Off......though it hurt like hell if it hits your eyes....:(
For you naysayers, this is the fun of owning an old airhead BMW, stuff breaks, oil leaks, crap happens, and like life you take it apart and deal with it.

Now, other than the maintenance stuff, today allowed me to see yet many other interesting stores( like one dedicated to just nuts and bolts) as well as the natural beauty of the state(it snowed all morning, only to end the day in warm sun). Dinner was Asparagus rocutto with salad, lunch was a delicious buritto, veggie chili, and pear apple sauce.
I also have found a new thing to enjoy, good Scotch. Never knew what I was missing. Now to try a Cuban cigar and I will be living the dream!!!!

Again, motorcycle in pieces, leaking oil, yet drinking fine scotch...life is indeed still good

Hoping to hit the road very soon....

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