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  1. Robert Strumbell
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    After looking at the splatter pattern I would determine YOU WERE SPEEDING.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, May 8, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    Fun Facts LOL Total Insanity The curvature of the exhaust pipes adds 800 pounds of downforce at full throttle
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 29, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    Brittany Force 341.9 in 1000ft record
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 28, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. Robert Strumbell
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    Wanted Carburetors wanted

    Do you have gas in the oil? Tire pressure? Spark plugs will usually tell you if you are running rich. Air filter? Maybe your bike wants Pods....
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 27, 2025 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. Robert Strumbell
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    3 Wheeler XJ700

    Found a pretty cool tach for the xj700 wheeler. Dyno Racing 80mm, 11000 rpm, 1 to 8 cylinders, Shift light, has high RPM memory. 40 bucks Amazon.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 22, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. Robert Strumbell
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    You found 1 carb way out of sync, did you figure out why? So you possibly synced 3 carbs to 1 that maybe had a bent butterfly?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 22, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Robert Strumbell
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    It sounds like the problem started from sitting 6 mo. Mouse? Oil in gas? The thing about factory settings is if someone cranked the mixture screws...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 16, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Robert Strumbell
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    A lesson in over thinking. Fuel filter /distributor.

    The gift of creativity is priceless.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 15, 2025 in forum: Other
  9. Robert Strumbell
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    It sounds like needle & seat is over filling carbs. What happens when you shut the gas off while running on center stand?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 14, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Robert Strumbell
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    How do I go about tuning my carbs?

    It sounds like its not getting spark, not getting fuel or getting too much fuel. If it has a vacum operated petcock, you want to make sure it IS...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 14, 2025 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  11. Robert Strumbell
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    Crank Bearings?

    How much is crank worn? When engine was taken apart it was probably running good. Are you going to be redlining this engine? Thicker oil can be...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 12, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    That had to be a Nitro leak. LOL WOW
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 11, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    Snow Outlaws 160 mph in 500ft on hard packed snow, INSANITY. This was takin at the 490 ft mark, I think he blew a head gasket, all the smoke...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    [IMG]
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. Robert Strumbell
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    Maxim not idling

    To check spark WHILE its running you will need a inline spark tester, at night is best. Does it help to choke it when it starting to die? or...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    Last year Larry Spiderman McBride ( Fastest Drag Motocycle in the WORLD) was in Brainerd MN, I talked to him and his crew for an hour, never met...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. Robert Strumbell
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    To resist or not to resist?

    After you try BP8ES, try starting on prime.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Robert Strumbell
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    Looking for One used XJ550 piston with rings

    4U8-11637-00-00 is .75 oversize
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  19. Robert Strumbell
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    Looking for One used XJ550 piston with rings

    How much would Shipping, Taxes and Tariffs be?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  20. Robert Strumbell
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    To resist or not to resist?

    Hard starting HOT or COLD? I cant see BP8ES damaging electrical components to just try, if its just cold.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Robert Strumbell
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    Maxim not idling

    Sounds like its losing spark or fuel, you will have find that out first.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Robert Strumbell
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    3 Wheeler XJ700

    lol I have not riden a new sled but im sure they are not far behind. The fastest STOCK snowmobile as of 2022 NSSR is a 1000cc 1998 thundercat at...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    Took the words right out of my mouth. Sprint cars are the GREATEST, but their new problem is keeping both front wheels on the ground.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. Robert Strumbell
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    3 Wheeler XJ700

    [ATTACH] This is by far my favorite toy. 125 mph in 1000ft on ice. Ive pretty much scared everybody away with it tho. Thats why I built the XJ.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 10, 2025 in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. Robert Strumbell
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    Mega pi**Ed off withTrump

    Ya I dont know if you noticed but we have several MILLION more people than we should so we are closed for INVENTORY.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. Robert Strumbell
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    1981 XV750 Cam Chain Replacement

    Hmmm Clacking not good. If tensioners are fully extended and working properly it means chain is worn out. Sounds like it jumped time. First you...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  27. Robert Strumbell
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    The Greatest American Car

    No changes to major moving parts for 10 yrs. Honda promised to make parts forever.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. Robert Strumbell
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    1981 XV750 Cam Chain Replacement

    What makes you think the chain is stretched? Doesnt run good, noisey?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  29. Robert Strumbell
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    1981 XV750 Cam Chain Replacement

    I have successfully replaced other cam chains, not the XV750. I definitely needed the riveting tool. Removed tensioner, partially removed old...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  30. Robert Strumbell
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    1981 XV750 Cam Chain Replacement

    Did U mean XJ 750?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  31. Robert Strumbell
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    1981 XV750 Cam Chain Replacement

    Why do you think it is stretched? How many miles?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  32. Robert Strumbell
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    PMA conversion.

    AKA, THE SHAKER. I am building a soft tail chopper with xs650. Have you ever done a rephase on one?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 9, 2025 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  33. Robert Strumbell
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    The Greatest American Car

    Would this work for Motorcycles?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 8, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. Robert Strumbell
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    1982 XJ1100, finally found one

    So is it jumping out of gear or clutch slipping?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 8, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Robert Strumbell
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    The Greatest American Car

    The Vehicle America (And The Rest Of The World) Needs Right Now! The Freedom-Mobile
    Thread by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 8, 2025, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. Robert Strumbell
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    3 Wheeler XJ700

    1985 xj700 air with 2002 Honda foreman 450 swing arm. Originally made it for 1000 ft speed runs on Ice, 1st year 80mph so far. It is fun on...
    Thread by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 7, 2025, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. Robert Strumbell
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    1982 XJ1100, finally found one

    Why are you using snowmobile fuel line, they HATE heat and sunlight.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Robert Strumbell
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    Xj900f what am I doing wrong

    You need to start at M cylinder. If its banjo fitting, put sleeve on bolt to plug, if its pipe thread, find threaded plug or plug hose.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 7, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Robert Strumbell
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    Ikea 1984 XJ1100... some assembly required

    That is a loud tick.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 5, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. Robert Strumbell
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    86’ Yamaha Maxim XJ700-X Carbs: Hitachi Vs Mikuni

    I just recently went through this, but I had the broken piece. I have run aluminum wire through my wirefeed, keep the feed cable strait ,and at...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 5, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Robert Strumbell
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    Replacement Yamaha XJ900F Cylinder Liners 68.5mm

    I see xs 400 is 69mm
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 5, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Robert Strumbell
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    86’ Yamaha Maxim XJ700-X Carbs: Hitachi Vs Mikuni

    We would call you Mcgyver
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 5, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Robert Strumbell
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    Xj900f brake bleeding woes

    Start with bleeding just master cylinder and first section of hose.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Robert Strumbell
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    Replacement Yamaha XJ900F Cylinder Liners 68.5mm

    Have you checked LA SLEEVE?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Robert Strumbell
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    86’ Yamaha XJ700-X - Valve Shims

    Dont over toque bearing caps or valve cover bolts. There is dowl sleeves on caps, dont drop them down chain gallies or spark plug holes.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Robert Strumbell
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    1980 Yamaha xj650 intermittent spark issue

    Which cylinder?
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 3, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Robert Strumbell
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    Starter trouble, xj550 maxim

    Ok cool, glad I could help.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Robert Strumbell
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    Starter trouble, xj550 maxim

    Thats what it looks like. Make sure connections are clean. Can you jump with car battery? Most Auto stores will test batteries for free.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. Robert Strumbell
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    Starter trouble, xj550 maxim

    Batteries can have what I call a surface charge. It shows 12.8 volts but can can have little to no AMPS. Put volt meter on batt posts hit start...
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Robert Strumbell
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    85 xj700x solenoid wiring

    True but in this case safety is disabled, he is wondering if he should run a relay and yes he should.
    Post by: Robert Strumbell, Apr 2, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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