Say goodbye rick

[Pappy]

Rick Ceccos GNCC YFZ is in for a complete makeover. I will update the thread as progress ensues.

[Blizzard24]

Good Bye Rick!:D

[465Stroker]

I was a bit sceptical at the idea of leaving my pride & joy in anyones hands but my own at first but after an extensive shop visit last week at the BK Performance compound and seeing the results of countless part refurbishings ready for shipment I was 110% confident my baby will be well taken care of. Good riddens to the old white / red / black color scheme - I gave Pappy full permission to do what ever he desires..

Let's do it!

[Pappy]

Originally posted by 465Stroker
I was a bit sceptical at the idea of leaving my pride & joy in anyones hands but my own at first but after an extensive shop visit last week at the BK Performance compound and seeing the results of countless part refurbishings ready for shipment I was 110% confident my baby will be well taken care of. Good riddens to the old white / red / black color scheme - I gave Pappy full permission to do what ever he desires..

Let's do it!

LOL...that was quite a write up for just stopping by the house :p

[465Stroker]

Don't be so modest.. Great family wih a great shop ta boot! A1 Facilitity..

[Quad18star]

I want it all black , yellow and chrome !!!:devil:

I can't wait to see what this thing is going to look like when she's done .

[Phills450r]

must be nice

[Quad18star]

Anything happened to it as of yet??

[Pappy]

its being disassembled. the long holiday weekend kind of took away time:p

[popo]

Hey Papp. Tell Rick you lost his wheels and ship them off to me.

Thanks bud! :devil:

[Pappy]

Ok rick old buddy, kevin finally got your bike apart and here is the initial list of parts needed....


Oil and Filter
Stem bearing
lower ball joints
pivot bearings
a arm bushings and sleeves
brakes if you'd like to stop


nerf bar is cracked
one elka front shock has a bent shaft

[465Stroker]

Originally posted by Pappy
Ok rick old buddy, kevin finally got your bike apart and here is the initial list of parts needed....


Oil and Filter
Stem bearing
lower ball joints
pivot bearings
a arm bushings and sleeves
brakes if you'd like to stop


nerf bar is cracked
one elka front shock has a bent shaft

No biggie - PM me your address! Wooo Hooo!!

[Pappy]

BK Performance
84 Chase Lane
Hedgesville WV
25427


Do you want me to ship the shocks off to laz?

[465Stroker]

Not yet. I'm checking on something as we speak. I'll be in touch.

[465Stroker]

Hey Kenny,
Could you send those shocks to Laz for me?

[Pappy]

10-4

[Pappy]

almost ready on this end for reassembly

[Pappy]

frame, sub frame and swinger

[Scro]

Are the same plastics going back on?

[Pappy]

all new white


and happy birthday rick!

[Pappy]

Calipers done in Moly

[Pappy]

Master Cyl. and hub Moly'd

[Pappy]

sprocket hub Moly'd

[Pappy]

Spindles Moly'd

[Pappy]

Mounting plates and misc. parts Moly'd

[Pappy]

Stem plate and stabilizer mount Moly'd

[465Stroker]

Can you say "Back in Black"? Looks great Pappy!

[Dave400ex]

I likey! When can I send mine down? lol

[exrider008]

thats alot of black!:eek2:

[465Stroker]

Any new pics pappy?

[Pappy]

Not as of tonight...


Any word on when the shocks will be back?

[465Stroker]

Shocks:

GT Thunder has the fronts serviced and will be completing the rear early this week.

[hasbeenttduner]

Finished pics????????

[465Stroker]

Not finished yet... But getting close :macho

Can't wait to see the progress photo's either!

[Pappy]

rick, give me a shout on my cell today. nothing major just some quick questions etc.

[465Stroker]

Just talked to Kevin so we are back on track.

[Pappy]

10-4


There should be completed pics this weekend of ricks quad. This was not a rush job or a time required build so we all kind of relaxed and let it get done. Rick will be racing the Unidilla GNCC so crunch time is upon us now that all parts are back and installed.

[trx400exxracer]

pics???:D

[Pappy]

I was at a race the weekend they finished the quad and never got any pics:(

[465Stroker]

It's finished and looks great! I have yet to ride for that 30 min so that Pappy can take it's pics unscarred..

Pap - Let me know when you want me to bring it down!:macho

[Pappy]

Your welcome down anytime your free. We can do it here or at Breezewood, i'm easy.

[exrider008]

any pics?:D

[Ty's400]

Where are the pics?:eek:

[Pappy]

Sunday we will be doing a photoshoot

What color was the frame done in?

Looks like Stealth Black? You'll be getting mine soon...:D

[Pappy]

yes sir

[465Stroker]

Any plans for Saturday?

[Pappy]

Originally posted by 465Stroker
Any plans for Saturday?

supposed to hunt but honestly i have so much work to do i probably will stay here and work

[465Stroker]

I'll be down first thing in the morning if you do not mind and we'll finally get these shots! Let me know..

[Pappy]

thats fine, depending on how early i will probably be in a tree stand. ill come out when hear the dog bark.....maybe:devil:

[Pappy]

here she be

[Pappy]

Turned out sweet!

[Pappy]

I wanted to rip up my yard with it:chinese:

[Pappy]

Its ready for Pro AM action:macho

[Pappy]

For a even $11,000 it can be yours:devil:

[Pappy]

Rick knows alot of little tricks to prepare a quad for competition

[Pappy]

The new CEET seat is saweet

[Pappy]

It will turn heads and has a nice clean look to it

[Pappy]

It was fun doing up ricks YFZ, cant wait to see it in action!

[TWISTED]

I'm almost scared to ask, but why are his piggy backs turned that way???

[Pappy]

Rick says it is to protect the rezzy's from damage and to also help keep mud off the rezzy. Ive only ever seen 1 broken rezzy and the shock was the least of the guys problems:p the mud i can understand somehwhat. I think he just likes to be damn different:D


he is selling this quad. asking price is $8500 with new tires on it. There was so many new parts added during the build, new exhaust, tires,chain, baearings and seals etc. The engine has about 20 minutes on it, built for rick by gt thunder, along with laz working over the suspension. she is ready to race.

[thump4863]

Why does he have 2 break lines coming from the ressy? Did he have 2 lines going to each caliper? Never seen that before :confused:

[Pappy]

double lines are pretty popular

[thump4863]

does it just help the breaks from fading?

[Pappy]

i reckon that is what they claim. i dont know if they work any better then single line or not.

[465Stroker]

I am not sure why Lonestar Racing uses double lines but they do seem to work very well and are very easy to bleed. The resivors are flipped on the front shocks for added protection of the resivor compression knobs and they also work well for mud protection for the radiator.

Pappy - Let me know when you want to buy it!

For all those that have PM'd me for a list of mods - Here it is!


I am selling my personal YFZ that was completely rebuilt this past summer with only .5 hours of ride time to shake it down and go back over it – since then it has been just taking up space. It was built to race with no short cuts taken – if a part looked worn it was replaced. All the bearings & seals in the chassis were replaced with new since it had to be torn down for Powder coating. Frame was completely inspected for any cracks & breaks which it had none. Motor is 100% built by GT Thunder with OEM parts. Shocks are completely rebuilt too – brand new oil & seals.. This quad is turn-key ready for the 2007 GNCC season or just having hell of a trail quad. Pictures coming soon!

Located in Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 – Will help deliver

2005 Yamaha YFZ450

Completely rebuilt motor by GT Thunder to OEM standards: piston, valves, springs, crank, cylinder, Trailtech +8oz flywheel & stator, clutch fibers & steels, tranny inspected – .5 Hours.
Epic +.5” LT Front end with new kingpin bearings & pivot bushings / sleeves & seals
Lonestar Standard swingarm with new pivot bearings, round housing carrier
Elka Quad rate Hi/Lo speed compression & rebound front shocks – completely serviced by GT thunder
Elka Dual rate Hi/Lo speed compression & rebound rear shock – completely serviced by GT Thunder
Elka LT rear link – new bearings / seals / sleeves
Hardkor Engineering Tapered Bearing front hubs – new bearings & seals
Hardkor Engineering Heavy Duty Spindles
TAG +2” Anti-vibe Steering Stem
Houser Racing Adjustable Tie-rod plate
Kawasaki KXF700 Tie-rod ends with Ricky Stator Stainless Steel tie-rods
TRX 250R Rear caliper / DP 250R Brake rotor / Lonestar Hub
Lonestar Axcaliber Axle
IMS Footpegs
IMS Heal Guards
Alba Rear Brake Pedal
TAG Bumper - New
PRM Grab Bar
Pro Armor Belly & Swingarm Skid Plates
WER Steering Dampner
TAG CR2 Hi Handlebars with Spider Grips
Cycra Handguards
Pro Design Kill switch with Baldwin Racing Harness
Works Connection Clutch Lever
TRX450R Thumb Throttle with TRX90 Lever
Lonestar Battery Box
OEM Plastic – NEW
Lonestar Steel Braided Brake Lines
Lonestar Billet Brake Line Holders
Alba Exhaust & Jet Kit - New
Twin Air Air Filter with Air Box Adapter
Alba Graphics kit with Gripper Seat Cover w/ added Foam - New
PC Carbon Hood
IMS Fuel Tank with Dry Break – New
Hiper Wheels: 9x9 Dual Beadlock Rears / 10x5 Single Beadlock Fronts
Maxxis Tires: Razr Rears / Razr 2 Fronts
PA Title
Powder Coating by Pappy’s Performance
NEW OEM Brake pads F & R

Price: $8,000.00 Credit Cards are accepted thru paypal !

[trx400exxracer]

Why are you selling Rick are you racing utes next year or switching brands. Sweet quad by the way!!!:eek2:

[465Stroker]

Love my YFZ but I am switching to utilities for 2007.

[trx400exxracer]

Originally posted by 465Stroker
Love my YFZ but I am switching to utilities for 2007.

Thats kewl i heard you had fun and did good this season!!! Hope you do good next season!!!!:D

[jbplayfz450]

NICE YAMMI!!!!!! WOW!!!

So tell me, what's the deal on the start button? I've seen people use kill switches, but never seen one like that.

[trx400exxracer]

Originally posted by jbplayfz450
NICE YAMMI!!!!!! WOW!!!

So tell me, what's the deal on the start button? I've seen people use kill switches, but never seen one like that.
Looks like it is from a Cannondale!

[465Stroker]

It's a cannondale starter button and the only fully sealed unit I could find at a reasonable price. It's 100% water proof..

[firefighterjosh]

Rick,

What ute class you racing? I plan on racing 4 races next year in the ute class. It will be my first time racing National events. and my first time racing a 4x4.:scary:

[465Stroker]

Not sure which one yet but it looks like I may be racing a Can Am Renegade in the Utility Unlimted Class..

[spincr4hire]

Originally posted by 465Stroker
It's a cannondale starter button and the only fully sealed unit I could find at a reasonable price. It's 100% water proof..

who has those in stock?

[parkers30]

I believe Laz told me he carried them when I was looking for a starter button

[465Stroker]

GT Thunder stocks them or go directly thru ATK.

[spincr4hire]

Yep, Laz has them...thanks!