Been given an ultimatum. Braaap or blower - not both.

TCG Member 5219

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So yeah I have been leaning both between the car hobby and now the braaap hobby. My kids are going full steam into braaap (dirtbikes), and I want to get back into them too. But I also want to seriously start modding the mustang.

I almost bought a hellcat today. Had the numbers done, and the loan approved. But I backed out. I think I want to really get into braaap for real. Not just talk about getting a bike, but do it. I have shopped around and watched about every youtube review of all the current 250f and 450f MX bikes. And I have a winner. But should I??

Keep in mind Im 37, and the sole money provider for my family. Many have said that you dont have to go full force, and can dabble in it. But I know I will end up racing and pushing myself. I dont want to get hurt. But I dont want to let that fear stop me from getting involved.

What should I do? Say fuck it and have fun. Or get the blower and watch the kids from the side line?? Either way I will be regretting not getting the opposite, but the wife has spoken. We are not going to spend anything on the car if I get a bike. The bike will be as much as a complete blower kit. Plus we will be doing a hitch and getting a trailer for her exploder.

So what are the opinions? Yeah probably alot safer if I dont ride/race, but I should be able to keep myself in check to just have fun and not kill myself. Not sure what to do. Braaap sure is fun though.
 

TCG Member 5219

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How long have you had this Mustang?

Since the end of may. Its a record. 4400 miles so far. I DD it every day and LOVE the shit out of it believe it or not. Car has all the toys in it. Keeps my ass dry and cool all the way back and forth to work.

The rub is I never "play" with it. Never took it to the track, or to a car show. Dont feel the need to take it out by myself at night and rip around like I used to. Its basically an awesome daily. It needs attention, but Im ok with leaving it stock and keeping it good.
 

Blood on Blood

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Because son, when two people love eachother and make a life together, they are partners and make life decisions together.

Bullshit - you are the sole financial provider. She financially has your balls in her hand. Divorce = you are screwed and you know it.

Tool around with the bike and throw a couple bolt ons on the mustang. Power adder or cracking open the motor can wait for another time.
 

GIMPY

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So yeah I have been leaning both between the car hobby and now the braaap hobby. My kids are going full steam into braaap (dirtbikes), and I want to get back into them too. But I also want to seriously start modding the mustang.

I almost bought a hellcat today. Had the numbers done, and the loan approved. But I backed out. I think I want to really get into braaap for real. Not just talk about getting a bike, but do it. I have shopped around and watched about every youtube review of all the current 250f and 450f MX bikes. And I have a winner. But should I??

Keep in mind Im 37, and the sole money provider for my family. Many have said that you dont have to go full force, and can dabble in it. But I know I will end up racing and pushing myself. I dont want to get hurt. But I dont want to let that fear stop me from getting involved.

What should I do? Say fuck it and have fun. Or get the blower and watch the kids from the side line?? Either way I will be regretting not getting the opposite, but the wife has spoken. We are not going to spend anything on the car if I get a bike. The bike will be as much as a complete blower kit. Plus we will be doing a hitch and getting a trailer for her exploder.

So what are the opinions? Yeah probably alot safer if I dont ride/race, but I should be able to keep myself in check to just have fun and not kill myself. Not sure what to do. Braaap sure is fun though.

I raced for 15yrs of my life and rode dirtbikes and BMX since I was 4... stick with the cars best decision I ever made. after 6 surgeries and over a dozen broken bones over all those years of racing I had enough. my body is torn up from it. I'm 30 and ill need a knee replacement within the next 5yrs. ive lost 60% of the movement in my left ankle.. thats only a few of the major problems I have from racing... I also had a few friends pass away from freak accidents at the track.. trust me I still throw a leg over a bike when I visit my best friend in cali and ride the Beaumont hills but ill never race again.. i cant afford to be hurt..

but in ur case with having kids that enjoy to ride i would get a bike just to ride with them...
 
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