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I've heard of it and do so already, but wasn't sure if it was a law that was officially passed yet. I pisses me off when I see people blast past people on the shoulder when there is clearly enough room to get over. One time I saw a car pass a cop who had someone pulled over on St Rose Pkwy. He flew past him at about 55 mph. The cop ran back to his car and chased after him. The guy in the car pulled into the same parking lot that we did and the cop came FLYING in, got out of his car and bitched the guy out big time. lol He didn't ticket him but I heard him explain how he is required to slow down or get over.

Absolutely

Jeez. We were just giving you crap. You took it too far with the threats.

^ That was the longest sentence I have ever read! But yes, I agree. However, it hasn't all of a sudden become that way. That's just how they are on the holiday weekends. Well, most of them that is. Not all are jerks. It's nothing new though. Seems to be a different different group of leo's out there on the holidays. Another reason I don't go anymore.

Thanks so much for doing this, Terry. Your hard work and dedication to Dumont is very much appreciated. Not many people give you the pat on the back that you deserve for going to these meetings time and time again. I hope all goes well and the new managers of the Barstow office are even half as cool as Roxie and Larry were. We were very luck to have them.

That had to be a wild ride rolling down that hill. That is a steep dune! I'm glad they were both ok.

This is going to be a hoot. All of those who were disappointed that there will be no more official Dumont regatta some plan to attend. I am going try my hardest to make it.

Squeals? Is there any run time on this motor after repairing it? What exactly was done to the motor when it was out? Were any abrasive disks used when cleaning the engine? If the pickup tube was pulled then I would definitely check that first if you think it has an oil pressure issue. Curious what exactly was done though first.

I'd love to but we're actually headed to the other coast and beyond next month so Pismo will have to wait a lil while longer. One if these days though!

Well that doesn't suck either!

This morning JJ's (lvnalolife's) father in law, Chuck, passed away in his sleep. Those of you who were lucky enough to have known Chuck or had the opportunity to hang out with him at Dumont know he was truly an incredible guy. He was one of those genuine people who always had a smile on his face and was fun to be around. He has been an avid duner for years. Dune trips will not be the same without him around the fire. He leaves behind his loving wife of 34 years, 2 sons, 2 daughters, grandchildren, and many many family and friends who loved him. I know this is going to be very hard on JJ and his family. My thoughts are with them in this difficult time. Chuck left this world all too soon.

Awesome! Enjoy you lucky reddog haha

I'm sure they do, but it's just nothing I have ever seen in my experiences.

I've never seen a split o-ring on the pickup. You might want to verify the connector and wiring at the sender (behind the intake manifold) didn't get damage during the process). Those senders go bad alot but they usually either peg full high or don't register at all. The only way I know of to actually check the oil pressure is to use a GM specific tool/ adapter that screw in place of the oil filter so you can check the pressure with a gauge. If it was a stuck bypass/ relief valve, you would replace the oil pump. The valve rides in an aluminum bore or small cylinder inside the oil pump and they stick sometimes. But for it to build pressure then dump off, that doesn't sound like a possibility. Let it idle for a few minutes with "no oil pressure". See if the lifters begin to make noise. This may be a sender or wiring issue. Make sure all your grounds are good and that no wires got pinched back there.

You guys will have some nice sand. This was a couple buddies of mine on Sunday at D...

Is the valvetrain making any noise? Sometimes the bypass/relief valve sticks in the oil pump on those motors.

Sounds like the adjustment of the selector switch is just slightly off. As for the oil press issue, did it do this before or is this a new problem? How long does it stay at 20-40 before dropping to 0?

oh sorry, Jon. I'll move it back. I just figured it was RV related.

Uh ohhh, more dune paparazzi! Very cool, Savannah.

Holy crap. That's badass! lol It doesn't even look real.

Looks like he put it in the tags field. $40,500

Some of the best trips to Dumont involve my wife. This trip sounds like it sucks. Have fun!

Sounds like Gordon is doing much better. He finished 3rd in stage 6 but still has a ways to be in order to catch up overall. On the bikes, Despres is in 2nd place overall with Pain leading. Here's some pics from stage 6

Hahahaa maybe I'm KTM biased and just don't know it. That guy can ride though! He's so smooth.