February 11th 2010 – LAST EPISODE of American Chopper – Yep OCC and the crew are gone – due to lack of viewers – legal battles and all the other reasons that get a show cancelled – it’s over. What does this mean for the American Chopper franchise though? Will they find another shop – is it done. Who knows I am sure only time will tell, but if the other shows on TLC like Howe and Howe Tech and Motor City are any indication…I am sure something will replace the drama of American Chopper.
I know us Buffalo Sabres Fans will be glued to the TV for the USA Men’s Olympic Hockey Team as our own Ryan Miller will be in goal.
U.S.A – U.S.A.-U.S.A!!!!!!!
TV lISTING SCHEDULE – http://www.nbcolympics.com/tv-listings/zone=ET/sport=IH/index.html
Schedule -
PRELIMINARY ROUND:
Tuesday, February 16
Wednesday, February 17
Thursday, February 18
Friday, February 19
Saturday, February 20
Sunday, February 21
QUALIFICATION PLAYOFF FORMAT:
At the conclusion of the Preliminary Round, all 12 teams are ranked 1-to-12 in Group “D”.
The top four teams (1D, 2D, 3D, 4D) advance directly to the Quarter-finals.
The remaining eight teams play the Qualification Playoff with the following match-ups:
5D – 12D (Winner becomes E1)
6D – 11D (Winner becomes E2)
7D – 10D (Winner becomes E3)
8D – 9D (Winner becomes E4)
QUALIFICATION PLAYOFF SCHEDULE:
Tuesday, February 23
(if qualified, USA game will be scheduled for 12:00)
(if qualified, Canada game will be scheduled for 4:30)
QUARTER-FINALS FORMAT:
At the conclusion of the Qualification Playoff, teams play the Quarter-finals with the following match-ups:
1D – E4 (Winner becomes F1)
2D – E3 (Winner becomes F2)
3D – E2 (Winner becomes F3)
4D – E1 (Winner becomes F4)
QUARTER-FINALS SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, February 24
(if qualified, USA game will be scheduled for 12:00)
(if qualified, Canada game will be scheduled for 4:30)
SEMI-FINALS SCHEDULE:
Friday, February 26
(if qualified, USA game will be scheduled for 12:00)
(if qualified, Canada game will be scheduled for 6:30)
BRONZE MEDAL GAME:
Saturday, February 27
GOLD MEDAL GAME:
Sunday, February 28
Team Roster
Goaltenders
Alternate Candidate:
- Craig Anderson (Colorado)
Defense
Alternate Candidates:
- Matt Niskanen (Dallas)
- Ron Hainsey (Atlanta)
- Alex Goligoski (Pittsburgh)
- Matt Carle (Philadelphia)
- Rob Scuderi (Los Angeles)
Forwards
Alternate Candidates:
- Jason Pominville (Sabres)
- David Booth (Panthers)
- Scott Gomez (Canadiens)
- T.J. Oshie (Blues)
- Brian Gionta (Canadiens)
Invitees to Team USA Summer Orientation Camp:
Goaltenders: Ryan Miller, Jonathan Quick, Tim Thomas
Defencemen: Tom Gilbert, Tim Gleason, Ron Hainsey, Erik Johnson, Jack Johnson, Mike Komisarek, Paul Martin, Brooks Orpik, Brian Rafalski, Rob Scuderi, Ryan Suter, Ryan Whitney
Forwards: David Backes, David Booth, Dustin Brown, Dustin Byfuglien, Ryan Callahan, Chris Drury, Scott Gomez, Patrick Kane, Ryan Kesler, Phil Kessel, Jamie Langenbrunner, Ryan Malone, Mike Modano, Kyle Okposo, T.J. Oshie, Zach Parise, Joe Pavelski, Bobby Ryan, Paul Stastny
THANK YOU to Chris and Jean for making Cycle Source see thirteen great years in print. The upcoming April issue is the anniversary issue! They are thinking of doing a pretty bitchin feature but need your input as soon as possible. They are wondering who you would like to see as one of the most influential people in the motorcycle industry to date. Please let us know and throw in a few names as we are shooting for 13 names.
Piaggio USA is recalling 2010 Aprilia RSV4 Factory and RSV4 R models manufactured between July 2, 2009, and Oct. 30, 2009. The potential number of units affected is 335.
According to NHTSA, a manufacturing process used to straighten the rods to meet specifications introduced stresses that greatly affected strength and reliability. The rods could fail, the government says.
Piaggio will notify owners and replace the engines for free. The recall is expected to begin on or about Feb. 28. Owners can contact Piaggio at 212-380-4431. The NHTSA campaign ID number is 10V029000.
Yeah this is a frequent statement from South Side Kustoms on a Friday if you Follow US on Twitter – One of the INTERNET phenomenons – TWITTER has grown in popularity so fast no one can stand it. Why you may ask? Well you can actually Follow (Lance Armstrong – The Today Show Cast – NBA Players – NFL Players and too many to list) Yeah they are actually using it – If you care that they TWEET in 140 characters – that they are shopping or watching TV or washing their ass – yes some may actually follow you back, and if you are a business like us – it’s another way to get yourself in front of people. Hell we even Follow Jesse James – made some friends thru Twitter and talk quite often on it – PLUS we even run exclusive TWITTER SALES for those who Follow US.
So are You Following? https://twitter.com/southsidekustom
Though some would say I am crazy – I embrace the fact of what the collective of builders in the “Limpnickie Lot” are doing – working together to make a buck. Each builder is still going to have their customers and fan base, but hey if you don’t do something you recommend them down the street and likewise back. South Side Kustoms is a stand alone builder, but too harnesses this attitude if I don’t (which is rare) I know someone that does. But I can honestly say I embrace and admire these builders – in the industry. More people should work to gether like this to strengthen their industry and partnerships. Not all of us are money shops (meaning a money man – to throw ooodddllleees of money at advertising) but we actually have to work for what we have and where we are going.
So absolutely I say check the Limpnickie Lot of – browse their 2nd addition catalog that is out – SSK maybe a dealer for them, if not just tell we said HI.
Great Job and Great Attitude guys! (and you got a booth at cinnci?)
2 fellow motorcycle builders have signed on for being at the Rumble in the City.
Chaos Cycle – http://www.chaoscycle.com/
Sinners N Saints Choppers – http://www.snscustoms.com/
Make sure you are at Rumble in the City July 31st 2010 to check these guys out!
http://www.south-side-kustoms.com/EVENTS.html
NEW FROM D&D EXHAUST – Bobcat Sportster Pipes
The D&D Bobcat Sportster pipes are built for 2004 – 2010 Harley-Davidson Sportsters for performance, torque and soul-satisfying tone.
Available in black or chrome with polished aluminum, black, or carbon muffler.
Part # 563-31 – Black Pipe
563-31A – Aluminum Sleeve
563-31B – Black Satin Sleeve
563-31C – Carbon fiber Sleeve
Part # 563-32 – Chrome Pipe
563-32A – Aluminum Sleeve
563-32B – Black Satin Sleeve
563-32C – Carbon fiber Sleeve
The stepped 2-into-1 exhaust system comes with full heatshields. Enthusiasts will experience as much as 10% increase in torque and horsepower (with hi-flow a/c and tuner). Hi-Flow Air Cleaner and Tuner recommended.
The Bobcat Sportster exhaust system was created on the dyno to dial in the performance where you need it most… off idle and in the passing zone. The pipe delivers increase power and torque across the entire RPM range.
Motorcycles with carburetors should be jetted accordingly.
Call/Email South Side Kustoms for your price – 1-800-675-3191 or sskpr@yahoo.com
South Side Kustoms already has a Youtube Account – It has been kind of dorment though, so tonight we are going to start filming with our new friend Frank, the Final assembly of the New for 2010 Hitman bobber – the same bike everyone can buy raffle tickets to win. The proceeds from the raffle benefit The Buffalo Dream Center. So watch our Youtube account for periodic uploaded videos of the build to the final starting of the motor.
http://www.youtube.com/user/southsidekustoms01
