Damn. Artists are soooooooo sensitive!
You did , admittedly, get your share of hazing as it were, for a newbie. In these threads lie the key to life, and a little wrenching knowledge thrown in for good measure. Glad you hung in there. I am pretty sure you will be the better for it. In the years since I bought my brick, this site has been a complete roadmap of maintenance, repair, and lots of entertainment and fun along the way. Welcome aboard! :2thumbup: :riding: