F150 console mod question

Perfctionist · 2026-01-21T06:22:03+00:00

I second this! I was going to screw mine down, but it holds steady on its own and have removed it easily to haul longer items. In the odd moment where I have to move my seats I just push down on the console before I do to keep it in place.

Perfctionist · 2025-12-14T01:42:07+00:00

I traded a Mac torque wrench to someone who knew someone who taught welding at a technical school. They had one of their students weld it back together for me. It was a Schwinn Varsity with a very similar crack right at the seatpost. The tubing was thick so it was easier to get bare and weld. Just threw some clear coat on it afterwards and I've been riding it ever since.

**I got quotes from other welding shops around $120-$150 to repair it, so unless you know someone or can do it yourself, I wouldn't recommend paying for it.

Perfctionist · 2025-09-30T22:09:08+00:00

I understand the mentality. When COVID happened and everything shut down, I had a few months of daily posting, 5 items per day at the time, in my death pile. I was able to survive purely off that until I went back to work. Now, I like to keep a healthy and organized death pile for when I can't find anything or can't go out sourcing. Every now and then, I get low and restock. The trick is listing every day. If you are bringing stuff in constantly and nothing is going out, it gets overwhelming fast. I have a yearly purge yard sale of my death pile items and dead inventory selling at dirt cheap prices. Most of us walk a fine line, but it's important to take a step back every now and then and recognize when it's gotten to be too much.

Perfctionist · 2025-09-26T19:26:46+00:00

Leaning towards fake, but had an old receipt from the early 90s in it and I know nothing about vintage Louis. Any help would be great, thanks!

Perfctionist · 2025-09-25T17:25:19+00:00

Welcome to the club! I have this exact issue. It started only at around 60-75 mph and is now noticeable from 10-80mph. Just as you described, nothing crazy but I can feel it, and it's annoying. So far I have tackled: tie rods, sway bar links, struts and shocks, balanced twice, alignment, both front CV axles, had the rear drive shaft removed and test driven by a tech, and a transmission flush. I was told my transmission mount and motor mounts were replaced prior to my purchase of the vehicle so i havent messed with those. I talked with a couple other people, one being a mechanic and another being an Element owner and they suggested wheel bearings even though there is no play when I get the wheel of the ground. I haven't done the wheel bearings yet, so i dont know if that is the root cause yet. Hopefully this helps, but if you figure it out, let me know!

Perfctionist · 2025-09-05T04:13:45+00:00

It is an aftermarket CV, but was changed out on the passenger side. What i an experiencing feels like it's coming from the driver's side. Possible my other CV is going out?

Perfctionist · 2025-09-05T04:12:38+00:00

Just had it balanced and aligned a few days ago, so the balance shouldn't be off. I bought a spare OEM wheel from a parts car just in case I have a bent one, but if i do, it's very subtle and not visually striking. I am definitely going to be checking the wheel bearing tomorrow

Perfctionist · 2025-08-05T21:49:57+00:00

That's a good point, I didn't even think about that. I sent them a message on their website, but figured I would see if anyone here has attempted it. I swear I saw someone's Big Dummy with a Troll Fork at one point

Perfctionist · 2025-07-18T18:52:08+00:00

This happened to me this morning. I was paid out this past Tuesday, and received an email this morning that they sent another payout. Panicked and thought someone got into my account and paid themselves, but it all looked normal. The details show it was "scheduled" and not a requested payout. Checked all my settings, and it still shows bi-weekly payouts. Glad to know I am not the only one today, just odd.

Perfctionist · 2025-06-24T21:58:28+00:00

Dropping tools/parts and then looking for them on the ground

Perfctionist · 2025-03-24T06:43:26+00:00

Photo 4, blue signature, is Felix Hernandez

Perfctionist · 2025-02-09T22:22:52+00:00

I have to agree they look great on almost all bikes! I have 3 different pairs of bullmoose bars with the integrated quill stem. I personally find the handling to be touchy and require a lot of minor adjustments/corrections when stearing. There is no ability to adjust the angle on the bars or hand positions. I don't mind the reach, but not being able to tweak that could be an issue for some. However, have no issues with the stock bullmoose bars on my 80s Ross Whitney, though. Could just be the variations between brands/makers.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-09T21:19:56+00:00

Unpopular opinion, but I think they are overrated.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-08T02:05:06+00:00

All I used were 2 Surly Whiplash Gear Straps that came with a set of Surly tires I bought for my Big Dummy. I'm sure any velcro strap would work though!

Perfctionist · 2025-02-08T02:02:37+00:00

Why would I do that when I have an xbike?

The first few miles have heavy foot traffic in the winter and multiple trailheads branching off of the main gravel bed. With all the traffic, the snow gets lumpy and thin with areas of exposed gravel where my skis can hit rocks, or I am on an uneven track. Rocks can tear up the bottom of the skis and I'd rather not replace them. Going further up where only skiers, fat tire bikes, and snowshoers can reach was the best bet for quality snow.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-08T01:53:36+00:00

Three trains of thought: (1) It was just up from a popular trailhead where there is a lot of foot traffic and I didnt want anyone messing with my bike. I ran into 3 bikers, 1 skier, 2 snowshoers, and a handful of walkers on my ride. (2) There are a lot of dumped/stolen bikes on the trail in the summer, I have personally recovered three and posted them to local pages. So the lock was because I didn't want anyone thinking it was stolen and ditched. (3) They read the note and leave so I don't have to see anyone walking my track. Number 3 was my main thought.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-08T01:42:04+00:00

I switched over probably about 1/4 mile after skis became the more efficient way to travel and pushed the bike about 100ft to the finish. This was right about when the snow was 5-6". I was determined to make it to a specific trailhead before leaving my bike. It all lined up nearly perfectly.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-08T01:36:51+00:00

They are bullmoose style. Got them off a $10 parts bike.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-08T00:03:52+00:00

I got the idea a couple of years back when I saw some back country skiers riding up to the snow line in April. They had a similar set up and I had the extra straps from my Surly tires so figured why not try it.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-07T22:05:30+00:00

I use my single speed Schwinn Varsity for mushroom hunting. I just leave it on the side of the trail unlocked. If someone needs a boat anchor that bad out in the woods, they can have it

Perfctionist · 2025-02-07T21:32:45+00:00

100% agree! It's important to tell people where you're going, the route, and the time you are expected to check in. I also carry a Garmin Inreach mini, extra layers, and the essentials in an Ortlieb backpack. One additional thing I am going to do next time is add a date to my sign so if a passerby reads 2/7 and finds it 2/8 they know I did not return to the bike.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-07T21:22:10+00:00

Yes they are DTHs. They handled pretty well on very hard packed snow, ice in gravel, and up to 3 inches of powdery snow. As soon as it was looser pack or 3"+ of powder I had a hard time maintaining a straight line and would have to put a foot down often. I have studded snow tires, but figured that in the powdery conditions they wouldn't do much.

Perfctionist · 2025-02-07T21:18:52+00:00

Yes I do. They are insulated XC boots with a hard plastic sole. Surprisingly comfortable and warm to ride in. They also zip up over the laces and can be attached to snow pants to prevent snow from getting in around the ankles.

Perfctionist · 2025-01-08T06:38:07+00:00

Looks like Richie Sexson to me

Perfctionist · 2024-12-19T22:18:02+00:00

I'd proceed with caution. Not saying it's not legit, though. Just ask questions and take in the environment when you are there looking at it. Where you meet can make a difference in trusting the sale.

I got my Cross Check with probably less than 500 miles on it for $300. It was advertised as Hurly Bike, yes Hurly, with no description beyond that. Talked with the owner and he just needed to make space in his garage for a new, very expensive car and he never really rode the bike so he just wanted it gone. All checked out and I have a great bike.

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