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  1. engraverwilliam
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    It has been fun guys! ( a sad goodbye)

    ok guys it was taken away for 500 bucks. She treated me well until I put my grubby mits in the engine. Anyway the guy seemed happy. Loaded it up...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Mar 20, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. engraverwilliam
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    It has been fun guys! ( a sad goodbye)

    Someone tried to Low-ball me with $250. I paid more than that for the tires!
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Mar 4, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. engraverwilliam
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    Gas coming out of overflow tube at bottom of the bike

    I'll take 500. If you take the boxes off, everything goes right back to stock. I cut nothing to add the boxes.
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Mar 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. engraverwilliam
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    Gas coming out of overflow tube at bottom of the bike

    I would totally sell it to one of youz guys for cheap!
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Mar 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. engraverwilliam
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    Gas coming out of overflow tube at bottom of the bike

    Yes I am throwing in the towel on the bike. I cannot spend another dime on it. I invested any "extra" money I had and a good chunk of family...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Mar 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. engraverwilliam
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    Gas coming out of overflow tube at bottom of the bike

    yeah it is was running great then I attempted to change the valve cover gasket and failed had to reseat the gasket using an allen wrench and...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. engraverwilliam
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    Gas coming out of overflow tube at bottom of the bike

    lol would tapping on the bottom of the carbs with a rubber mallet help? Thanks guys this is just something I will need to pass on to a new owner...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. engraverwilliam
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    Gas coming out of overflow tube at bottom of the bike

    I am trying to sell the beast but in the mean time I need to see if I can resolve the issue I am having with the motor bogging and gas coming out...
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Feb 28, 2015, 34 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. engraverwilliam
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    It has been fun guys! ( a sad goodbye)

    Well I didn't think I would have to do this but money was going to need to be spent so I had to switch from a project to a reliable bike 2001...
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Feb 26, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. engraverwilliam
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    replacing MC with aftermarket

    Any way to bypass/cancle out the break warning on the Atari? I read something here on the old boards but the search isnt helping me at all
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Feb 21, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. engraverwilliam
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    Wanted 1982 xj750 maxim fork emblem

    Im looking for the fork emblem and mounting screws if possible. I will pay up to 20 bucks + shipping of course. One of the very few things the...
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Feb 21, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. engraverwilliam
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    I got one for Xmas. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MB53ZE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1. That is why I picked up the hex...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 20, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  13. engraverwilliam
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    Sunday. Sunday. Sunday! [IMG]
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 20, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  14. engraverwilliam
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    Got my stuff for my valve gasket change

    Super easy and fast service! [IMG]
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Feb 20, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    ordered my gasket and bolts and stuff from chacal! Recieved my feeler gauges my hex sockets my oil filter...just waiting for the gasket and a new...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 16, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  16. engraverwilliam
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    Thanks Stump that makes sense about the new gasket. I have put my part list together and am anxiously awating my taxes.
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 11, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  17. engraverwilliam
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    I will attempt the measure-close-order shim-re-open and replace method. Because yeah, I do not want to buy a whole shim set either. I found this...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 10, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  18. engraverwilliam
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    what shim set on amazon do I purchase? As far as the shop goes they are a very professional shop.http://www.hudsonmotorcycles.net/default.asp very...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  19. engraverwilliam
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    thanks dude. I will let you know. I am also considering letting my local shop just handle it. Still haven't decided yet. Basically I will be going...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 8, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  20. engraverwilliam
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    Ok I dont get it. I am almost ready to do this. How do I know wich shims to get before disassembling it? I only have the cash for one gasket these...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 7, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  21. engraverwilliam
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    Weird hesitation.

    Thanks community! IT was plug wire #1 was splotched with oil from my leaking valve gasket (yes this is getting fixed soon) I wiped it all down and...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. engraverwilliam
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    Weird hesitation.

    Up until two days ago when I rode in a rain storm, my bike was running fantastic. Now I have this issue where at Idle it purrs like a kitten but...
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Feb 4, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. engraverwilliam
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    Advice for valve cover gasket replacement please

    I am doing this too shortly. (left pant legs on my jeans starting to tell me it is time). Where do I buy shims? Do I buy a whole set then sell...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Feb 2, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. engraverwilliam
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    HOW TO: Install an aftermarket fuse box

    This is how mine turned out. I DID need to relocate its' position due to seat clearance issues. This holds both size blades without any issues. I...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 29, 2015 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  25. engraverwilliam
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    Can i hook underglow to the turn signals just an idea

    that's a neat idea
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 27, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    Probably on the left side for a better firing arc.
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    Len?
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 21, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    I made an in-lay for the top of the boxes since I didn't remove the stacking tabs from the boxes. [img] [img]
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 21, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  29. engraverwilliam
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    Atari disassemble

    Wow thanks!
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    Thanks man, Just don't look at her to closely you will see her age lines. I yearn for a garage to be able to tear it down to the frame. I am...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    Reflective... [IMG]
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    Great seeing more bikes with these.
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    This is where I got mine. I live down the street a piece from them. http://www.majorsurplus.com/Low-Long-40mm-Ammo-Can-P16587.aspx And yes super...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    I will try to get some more pics of the details. But I can say that I only used existing mounting points so that I can remove them and the bike...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Jan 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. engraverwilliam
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    Finished 40mm ammo can mounting

    Here it is. [img]
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Jan 3, 2015, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. engraverwilliam
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    Beautiful day in SoCal

    I had a passer-by offer to take me a selfie for the facebook too [IMG]
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Dec 27, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. engraverwilliam
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    Beautiful day in SoCal

    [IMG]
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Dec 26, 2014, 13 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. engraverwilliam
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    Cruising at interstate speeds?

    My 82 750 Maxim speedo only goes to 80 as well.
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Dec 17, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. engraverwilliam
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    Hey, this looks a little bit loose...

    works well. you where right BF it is about 1/8 too tall but I worked it out with a slight relocation from center. It got dark and my wiring isnt...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Dec 10, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. engraverwilliam
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    Hey, this looks a little bit loose...

    This http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VU5IWE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 is arriving tomorrow in the mail.
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Dec 8, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. engraverwilliam
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    Xmas Tree Lights - nailed it...

    needs more parts man!
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Dec 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Hey, this looks a little bit loose...

    Guess what I am replacing tomorrow? [IMG]
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Dec 8, 2014, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. engraverwilliam
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    The Show 'n' Tell Thread, Post your bike pics here...

    She's not as prestine as some of the above posted machines but here is Beast [IMG]
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Dec 5, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  44. engraverwilliam
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    Looks like this is coming home with me tomorrow

    it is pretty you got yourself a nice bike there. Please do not chop! LOL
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Nov 15, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. engraverwilliam
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    Ideas to hide electronics on xj650 hardtail

    I saw someplace someone mounted an old tin first aid kit right under the seat [IMG]
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Nov 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  46. engraverwilliam
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    Let's talk about spark plugs.

    so this would be fine then? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-XJ750-XJ-750-Seca-NGK-Spark-Plugs-BPR7ES-x-4-2023-set-of-4-/160870157565 I have the...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Nov 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. engraverwilliam
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    Let's talk about spark plugs.

    Thanks rocs, Care to point me to a particular thread? I did search but had trouble finding the answer to my question - about plug brand and types...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Nov 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. engraverwilliam
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    Let's talk about spark plugs.

    What spark plugs for the 32 year old beast? I need to find out the spark plug number and gap so I know what to buy. Do any of those fancy plugs...
    Thread by: engraverwilliam, Nov 7, 2014, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. engraverwilliam
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    Saddlebags anoyone ? XJ750

    Im looking at these http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GOQFG4E/ref=aw_wl_ov_dp_1_3?colid=2LHNT1AF9COND&coliid=I2P11IXX6R69JW they have a metal frame...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Nov 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  50. engraverwilliam
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    Bad MPGs for my XJ650J

    on my 82 750 I get 32.2 mpg this last tank. probably a little more since I didn't have to switch over yet. I was at 113 when I rolled into the...
    Post by: engraverwilliam, Nov 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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