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  1. 02-17-2009, 10:27 AM #1
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    Smile Woody Classic Harley-Davidson

    My woodworking has taken on a life of its own.

    I found a very unique platform that I covered with wood.
    I love to ride and what better way to show off my woodworking skills.
    My 2000 Harley was the perfect choice.
    All the trim pieces are protected with automotive urethane.

    http://www.placek.info/woodyharley.htm
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  3. 02-17-2009, 10:30 AM #2
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    That is absolutely gorgeous! I often thought about doing something like that to mine, but never did..... Truly a one of a kind.

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    The gas tank details are VERY cool! My favorite part on your hog.
    Wood: a fickle medium....

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    Cool doesn't even begin to describe this project. I'm not a rider, but my dad & uncle are, so this is getting forwarded to them.

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    Very Cool!!!! I am sure people have asked if you could do that for them....
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  7. 02-17-2009, 1:13 PM #6
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    A biker and a woodworker, best of both worlds!! Your ride looks amazing I cant imagine the hours that must have taken. Do the grips ever get slick or does your gloves take care of the slipping?
    I like how you renamed it the Woody Classic!!
    Excellent job!!
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  8. 02-17-2009, 4:35 PM #7
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    Mark, very nice.

    Would you please upload some pictures here to SMC? That is our preferred method for showing projects so that the content stays with the thread into the future!

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  9. 02-17-2009, 7:52 PM #8
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    I really loved the zebra wood conference table, but I'm not sure about wood on a bike. I prefer chrome!

    Seriously though, you do beautiful work.
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    Mark, that’s really impressive! I hope it works out long term but I have always wondered what the UV would do to the wood/finish after a year or so. You may have to refinish it every year or two.
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  11. 02-17-2009, 9:26 PM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mark Placek View Post
    My woodworking has taken on a life of its own.

    All the trim pieces are protected with automotive urethane.

    http://www.placek.info/woodyharley.htm
    Fabulous. Really too much! I like it, I like it. Chrome now seems so last year.

    Did you consider a spar varnish/urethane for exposure to the elements?
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  12. 02-20-2009, 2:12 AM #11
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    Kurya who? Cocobolo billet?

    Looks mighty fine, now all ya gotta do is get a real motorcycle to dress up, ya know, one that wasn't designed by yer grandpa!

    hmmmm, now I'm thinkin', where can I use some purpleheart on my STeed?.... Maybe I'll just trim out my trailer instead....
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  13. 02-20-2009, 3:27 PM #12
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    Very nice work Mark. I hope it stands the test of time. Looking forward to warm weather and getting back on the road myself. 02RKC
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