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  1. dmlyster
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    valve specs

    Valve cover remomed on 83 XJ 750 maxim and valve clearances measured. I've got two exhausts just under the spec. Number two is .15mm and number...
    Thread by: dmlyster, May 11, 2013, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. dmlyster
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    Oil leak after valve gasket replacement XJ750

    I just replaced my valve cover gasket also (XJ750 K). I took a small amount of gasket sealer on my finger and did more than the corners, a thin...
    Post by: dmlyster, May 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. dmlyster
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    Insurance recommendations

    Thanks I''l try Country. Miles, what company are you using? FYI - I would never use Geico as payouts take a long, long time and will...
    Post by: dmlyster, Apr 30, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. dmlyster
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    Insurance recommendations

    Anyone out there have recommended insurance company. I'm currently with Progressive and for no apparent reason my premium jumped 30%.
    Thread by: dmlyster, Apr 30, 2013, 21 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. dmlyster
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    cluthch oddity

    thanks again. I'll continue to monitor the clutch performance, change over to the 20w .... and try to determine if it affects the clutch issue.
    Post by: dmlyster, Apr 29, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. dmlyster
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    cluthch oddity

    Thanks for the suggestion. I'll change over at next oil change to 20w-siomething. It's usually after July 5 that summer begins and we mornings...
    Post by: dmlyster, Apr 29, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. dmlyster
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    cluthch oddity

    thanks Bigfitz - I'll keep the oil selection under consideration if I ever get on a long hot ride. As of now it's not been on a long hot ride...
    Post by: dmlyster, Apr 29, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. dmlyster
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    cluthch oddity

    I took it out for a 20 mile ride today and did'nt notice the problem, but again I didn't stop to rest it either. I'll keep monitoring the...
    Post by: dmlyster, Apr 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. dmlyster
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    cluthch oddity

    Using Honda oil. GEN4 10w40 and changed oil before test ride.
    Post by: dmlyster, Apr 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. dmlyster
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    cluthch oddity

    I finally got the '83 put back together and on the road. Purrs like a kitten and growled on request. However, put about 20 miles on her and...
    Thread by: dmlyster, Apr 28, 2013, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. dmlyster
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    chacal

    I've got just enough tools and knowledge to make a real mess. Len provided excellent parts and suggestions to get this bike running. The XJ...
    Thread by: dmlyster, Apr 28, 2013, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. dmlyster
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    valve cover restore

    thanks much ......
    Post by: dmlyster, Apr 1, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. dmlyster
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    valve cover restore

    In the forum I once located a process with pics for cleaning and repainting of valve cover. Now I can't find it. Can someone point me in the...
    Thread by: dmlyster, Apr 1, 2013, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. dmlyster
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    valve clearance measurement

    Thanks much ......
    Post by: dmlyster, Mar 31, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. dmlyster
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    valve clearance measurement

    Tearing my '83 XJ 750 maxim down more thatn I want too, but since I'm this far I'm trying to understand differences I've run across on the forum....
    Thread by: dmlyster, Mar 30, 2013, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. dmlyster
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    fuel additive carb cleaner

    My choice is Seafoam also. Worked it through initially with higher concentration and worked well to revive my carbs. Now use it in all my fuel...
    Post by: dmlyster, Mar 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. dmlyster
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    Brake pad ?

    Working on my '83 XJ750 maxim. Front forks leaking onto one side of caliper .... so removing forks and will try rebuild of seals. In the...
    Thread by: dmlyster, Mar 6, 2013, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. dmlyster
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    HELP!! No Spark after 1 week rest, XJ700XS

    12 volts not likely the issue, you need the amps. I've had same problem and finally went to new battery and trickle charge when not riding....
    Post by: dmlyster, Sep 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. dmlyster
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    Petcock rebuild

    thanks a bunch. somehow missed it in postings. looks like a winter project.
    Post by: dmlyster, Sep 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. dmlyster
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    Petcock rebuild

    '83 XJ750 Maxim obvioulsy has bad petcock. Fuel flows 'RES', 'ON', and 'PRI' position. Filters missing so use inline filter. I use shutoff...
    Thread by: dmlyster, Sep 19, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. dmlyster
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    whistle / whine question

    My '83 750 Maxim has a whistle during operation. It's not loud and disapears at acceleration. As I'm new to the XJ, (and loving it) does anyone...
    Thread by: dmlyster, Sep 17, 2012, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. dmlyster
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    Idle problem

    Thanks All!! Setting the idle with engine hot seems to have solved my problem. I still need to work on carb valve adjustment but will hold that...
    Post by: dmlyster, Sep 14, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. dmlyster
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    Idle problem

    83 XJ 750 K. Gas tank a mess when I got it. Cleaned up well. Starts fine with choke and idles at spec (1000 rpm). After riding for a few miles...
    Thread by: dmlyster, Sep 1, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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