u/BlackThorn12

F3 Pro, what to look for when buying a used one?

I'm going to look at an F3 pro tomorrow, first scooter for me but I'm coming from E-bikes and do all my own maintenance. The pictures look clean, no signs of damage, seller says around 2500km on it. I'll ask them in person about brake and tire maintenance and of course check them over and check the stopping force.

I'm wondering what else I should focus my attention on, what would you check if you were buying it?

Are there any known serious issues with versions of these that should be avoided? Anything that would tell me if the battery has been abused?

Any help and advice appreciated.

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u/BlackThorn12 — 6 days ago

Update on moving big awkward heavy boat stuff.

We got it done! Thanks to everyone who offered to help, and a special thanks to those who showed up. You guys know who you are!

Now the fun begins on our side, lots of sanding/repairs/prep to do.

Don't forget that we are all part of a community here. Open up a bit, ask for help, and people will show up.

u/BlackThorn12 — 8 days ago

Any boating enthusiasts out there willing to help us out with a quick but somewhat awkward job?

My Dad and I are rebuilding an old Farrier TrailerTri 680 sailboat. They are really cool trimarans that fold to fit onto a trailer!

We're at the point where we need to move the outer hulls and booms off the trailer so we can work on them individually and also work on the main hull, but they are too big and awkward to move on our own and as anyone who's done similar work before knows, many hands make light work.

We would like to do the move this Sunday around noon and it should only take a couple of hours at the most.

We estimate that 6-8 people will be able to move them without trouble and they are only going about 25 feet.

We currently have 3 people total guaranteed with another two who are maybe available and willing then. (Thanks neighbors!).

If any boating enthusiasts feel like lending a hand, it would be very much appreciated and of course reciprocated if you have your own big jobs to do.

Edit: We have another two possible helpers so far thanks to this post. Love it!

Edit 2: Possibly up to three helpers, but could still use more confirmed ones. Don't be shy, come lift heavy stuff with us!

Edit 3: 6 people total confirmed so far, and another 5 or so in the maybe category. We've had a meeting and decided that pizza and drinks are definitely happening. So we'll grab an assortment of beer/cider/ice tea and a couple pizzas for a treat when everyone is done. Thanks for all the interest and support! I love seeing how many people want to be part of a community.

u/BlackThorn12 — 12 days ago

Did you lose your keyfob on the lochside trail near Swan Lake?

I found a keyfob earlier today near Swan Lake at the Lochside trail where it meets Saanich road.

If it is yours, toss me a message and let me know what is attached to it on the keyring.

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u/BlackThorn12 — 1 month ago