01-16-2020, 08:03 AM
Thank you everyone! Love all the input and advice ... knew that many folks on this forum are cycle gurus ... and thanks for the pretty CX500 pictures (they did have some problems with the plastic composite fan blades cracking and causing funny noises). I think everyone's opinion/comments have value ... it just I did not really provide you folks with my perspective .. eg, I am not really into for reselling but don't want to invest a fortune either. Also, I grew up in my dad's small aircraft repair shop (Flint Aero) so mechanical stuff doesn't really intimidate me, plus I did do a complete tear down and rebuild of my 1964 Plymouth Valiant slant six engine in 1973 ... it did not need it but hey when your 17 in auto shop you need a project .. right? However ... I would be starting from scratch at this point in my life. I have no tools (except for wood working), no local machine shop contacts, and I need to develop some restoration contacts (for parts and knowledge). I am ok with that. Now what do I tell the wife ...