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Gotta love Italian electrics. Still not bottom of the barrel, though - that would have to belong to Lucas or whatever the hell they used in many Indian scoots. Not offence to India - love their food.
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chippieboy wrote: How common were the viet bodges in the United States around 2005?
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chandlerman wrote: Extremely common. People were bringing them by the container load. |
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Tierney wrote: And most of them seem to be Supers or Sprints. With the "rare" trap headset, of course. Yellow boots, optional. |
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a NEW kinda bodge?
Same old/new/classic paintjob & price! Yeah, seller said he put an extra 0 accidentally, but still... there is no excuse for the colour style of the paintjob! ![]() |
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chandlerman wrote: The Sprints were frequently PakiBodges, often with the sidesaddle step still installed. Loads of the stereotypical 10" VBB's, too. |
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Tierney wrote: For some reason I don't know, many of the Paki scoots were painted blue, almost a sky blue. Maybe it's a military color over there. whether or not the guy was bullshitting me is up for debate. more than likely it's just cheap and there's a whole bunch of it. |
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SubEtherBASS wrote: a NEW kinda bodge? Same old/new/classic paintjob & price! I don't hate it, honestly. if the glovebox and floorboard were tied in I think that It'd look pretty sharp. don't care for the seat, but that's so subjective.
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greasy125 wrote: nah, no bodge, just questionable taste. I don't hate it, honestly. if the glovebox and floorboard were tied in I think that It'd look pretty sharp. don't care for the seat, but that's so subjective. EDIT: I see there's a footnote about that. Nevermind. As you were.
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guys! guys! SHHH! SHHH! the dean's here.
everybody act cool! *smooths out paper airplane* *whistles while looking the other way*
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greasy125 wrote: guys! guys! SHHH! SHHH! the dean's here. That's how much I love you guys.
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jess wrote: Yeah, well, I'm the OP of this topic, so I get notified on Every. Single. Bodge. That's how much I love you guys. the rest of the time? *looks at all the pages and +1's* *dies inside a little* |
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jess wrote: Fortunately the forum aggregates multiple topic replies into one notification if I'm not actively checking notifications.
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greasy125 wrote: would you say that the software is a scalable SaaS type model that projects to medium sized enterprises and, say, if you're not actively checking these notifications provides a lucrative end to end solution? furthermore does it concern you from an occupation standpoint? |
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greasy125 wrote: would you say that the software is a scalable SaaS type model that projects to medium sized enterprises and, say, if you're not actively checking these notifications provides a lucrative end to end solution? furthermore does it concern you from an occupation standpoint?
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greasy125 wrote: would you say that the software is a scalable SaaS type model that projects to medium sized enterprises and, say, if you're not actively checking these notifications provides a lucrative end to end solution? furthermore does it concern you from an occupation standpoint? ![]() I'm just waiting for AI to come for all the bodgemakers' jobs.
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greasy125 wrote: man, have you read the scooter descriptions on BAT? it's like a whole different language over there. might as well be chatGPT Quote: Are you looking for a unique and stylish ride that will turn heads wherever you go? Look no further than this 1965 Vespa Sprint! This scooter is not just any ordinary Vespa, but a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that has been pieced together from three other scooters. At first glance, you might think that this scooter is just another run-of-the-mill Vespa. But upon closer inspection, you'll notice the subtle differences that make this scooter truly special. The body has been expertly crafted from three different scooters, giving it a unique look and feel that you won't find anywhere else. But don't let the fact that this scooter is made from three different scooters fool you - it's still a Vespa at heart. The engine has been meticulously restored to its original condition, ensuring that this scooter runs as smoothly as the day it was first built. And with its classic styling and timeless design, this scooter is sure to turn heads wherever you go. So why settle for an ordinary scooter when you can have a one-of-a-kind masterpiece? Whether you're cruising around town or hitting the open road, this 1965 Vespa Sprint is sure to make a statement. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history - contact us today to learn more! $12,500
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jess wrote: Yeah, well, I'm the OP of this topic, so I get notified on Every. Single. Bodge. That's how much I love you guys. Origins of "Bodgespotting" |
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jess wrote: Isn't that what leadership is all about? Someone to blame when things go sideways? |
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SubEtherBASS wrote: 4464 posts, 723314 views, 83 tonnes of bog & a collective total of 6741 kms is a LONG way sideways! |
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Oh No! Say it isn't so!
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that's not a bodge. it appears to be a fairly unmolested US market bike (still has the tractor tail light and reflectors) that somebody with questionable taste owned.
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greasy125 wrote: that's not a bodge. it appears to be a fairly unmolested US market bike (still has the tractor tail light and reflectors) that somebody with questionable taste owned. the price is wayyyyy too high, though. |
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orwell84 wrote: Comes with a pizza shop, right? |
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greasy125 wrote: or at least a lifetime supply of free pizza!
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orwell84 wrote: It needs some kind of leaning tower of Pisa fendercrest ornament type thing because it just doesn't scream Italy loud enough yet.
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greasy125 wrote: that's not a bodge. it appears to be a fairly unmolested US market bike (still has the tractor tail light and reflectors) that somebody with questionable taste owned. the price is wayyyyy too high, though. Can't agree more. |
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greasy125 wrote: when you hit the horn it goes: whatsamattawityouuuu ![]()
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And in you lived in Melbourne (or Australia), you would know Melbourne's furniture king Franco Cozzo
![]() A creative vandal has been awarded an 'A' for effort, after a making a humorous addition to a sign in Melbourne's west.
A small letter 'A' has been added to a sign at Footscray Park on Smithfield Road, so the sign now reads 'Footascray'.
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It's kinda-a hard to-a hijack a 112 pg post... but here's a great artarlacle (hope i spelt it arighta)..
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/movies/i-m-proud-money-is-nothing-franco-cozzo-s-life-more-splendid-20211119-p59agg.html |
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Wow this is some thread, quite fascinating in depth and valuable.
I came away with fakes and ringers, import fakes, some not 100% authentic machines, custom scoots.and scooters some people just don't like what they've done to them. I was hoping for lists of dodgy suppliers, sellers, and dangerous non roadworthy machines to stear clear of. |
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Snakedoctor wrote: Wow this is some thread, quite fascinating in depth and valuable. I came away with fakes and ringers, import fakes, some not 100% authentic machines, custom scoots.and scooters some people just don't like what they've done to them. I was hoping for lists of dodgy suppliers, sellers, and dangerous non roadworthy machines to stear clear of.
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Snakedoctor wrote: Wow this is some thread, quite fascinating in depth and valuable. I came away with fakes and ringers, import fakes, some not 100% authentic machines, custom scoots.and scooters some people just don't like what they've done to them. I was hoping for lists of dodgy suppliers, sellers, and dangerous non roadworthy machines to stear clear of. |
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