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  1. Danilo
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    clymer vs. haynes manual?

    Keep the Clymer, it is a little bit' better. The Haynes is usually better than No manual.
    Post by: Danilo, May 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Danilo
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    Engine studs - removing?

    be carefull For reasons unknown Yama chose to provide significantly shorter threads into the enginge caes on these bikes. EASILY damaged which...
    Post by: Danilo, May 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Danilo
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    Fat front tire

    Sand bits? There is little reason ANY Moto tire needs more than 5 gramms balance weight. Big lumps 'o lead mean yer tire mounter is a Moron or...
    Post by: Danilo, May 7, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Danilo
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    XJ Horsepower

    Actually H2 's have "reasonable" fuel consumption Wayyy better than an Escalade for example. Big Bore Bikes are for Big Fat lazy guys Or so it...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Danilo
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    Brake/Clutch levers

    Also Partsnmore.. they ship from Toronto so no Border fees and if a $50 order, free shipping too.
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tires

    You wish :lol: No they ship to Point Roberts which is V close to vancouver though. Too Bad cuz if you noticed the charge $75/tire for BT45's...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Tires

    Bridgestone BT 45's Best Tire available for these Old Bikes, try: Chapparal Motorsports.com Good prices Free shipping.
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Danilo
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    Tires

    Ooops sorry.
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Danilo
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    master cylinder bore size on 83 750 Maxim?

    Hmm don't be too eager First ya gotta get New pads :lol: The syringe is brst used Sucking the Fluid out thru the bleeder.. and often the only...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    master cylinder bore size on 83 750 Maxim?

    5/8" is (was ?) the *standard* Yama Twin caliper Master Cyl Bore size Rally easy to find, it's the other sizes that are difficult....
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Danilo
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    We've got fire!(oh, only on 1 and 4)

    Uhhh Maybe you shouldn't? These bikes use a wasted Spark ignition (you've got 4 cyls and 2 coils Right?? THEN you have the infamous Wasted...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    cylinder question

    Of course you made sure that the Second piston ring was installed right /correct sideup??? IF not ...that thing will blow significant Blue.
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Danilo
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    Front forks leaking

    MikesXS.com Fill yer Boots :-)
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Danilo
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    knocking sounds!!!!!!!!!!!

    Cam Chain Rattle (Death Rattle:-) is exactly that : a rattle. It has to get real loud before it's means Instant death. Some run years with...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    painting engine

    Geez Too bad BBQ paint generally only lasts a season Regular paint ?? dunno Headers are a tough life for paint. Have you tried a...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Danilo
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    Resistor caps

    Basic reason for the resiutance caps is to : as you thought, prevent Electro Noises Bad for cellphones and Ignition processors. Should you have...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Danilo
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    Help with spark plug caps

    Likely a missprinmt. In my experiences I've not yet seen a cap with more than 5k ohms.
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 9, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Danilo
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    Fuse Block- If it an't broke.....

    I had top work onn a Bike with the radio shack Glass fuse holder zip tied in It's certainly worth the $2 it costs but NO more. a Slightly...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 9, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Danilo
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    When to rebuild an engine?

    Lessee Yr gonna err.. Rebuild your Old Bike (with no prev expeience or knowledge.. Then have it shipped to E Europe. ?? Errr WHY? last time I...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 8, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What exactly does wrapping your exhaust do?

    I always thought that the purpose of Wraps was to keep underhood temps down. Changing from cast headers to tubular creates a lot of issues. Iron...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Scalloped front tire question

    NO mate . Improperly set Compression and Rebound settings..IS the accepted/proven reason for scalloped /feathered front rires. Incorrect...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    fork psi

    7 to 12 PSI is normal for 80's "air assisted' Yama forks. They cleverly used the same oil seals so the pressure capabilities are laughable...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Scalloped front tire question

    Odd front tire wear such as feathering and scalloping are "usually' attributable to problems with the Front forks. and their lack of damping/ or...
    Post by: Danilo, Apr 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Danilo
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    Forks bad or not?

    New seals Here: https://www.partsnmore.com/index-yamaha.htm $10 a pair.
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 31, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearances waaaayy out of spec..

    Forget waiting for the silly "tool' Just pull the cams and then do the shims.
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Quaker City Motor Flush

    Suggest you use Diesel fuel It makes for a V good engine flush . Drain yr Oil refill with the correct amount of Diesel RUN the engine...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ750 front brake drags

    Usual/classic reason for the dragging Caliper onna Yama is that the Caliper seals need replacing.. some do this every second year. IF they...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Danilo
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    Sidecar?

    Two Words : Ural or VW transaxle
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 19, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Danilo
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    kendra challenger tires

    Geez.. Chapparal Motorsports.com Bridgestone BT45's A whopping $75 each (uhhh.. Buy both at same time, they ..are.. a matched pair ! ) With...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What to Flush the Engine with

    Diesel Fuel is best for flushing as it does not leave behind solvents to instantly degrade new oil. IF you've got a carbon problem on the...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Failed Emissions, Now What?

    Yes Oil is part of the HC mix. Few oilburners pass Testings. Sounds like Retirement time given the costs of a rebuild that will pass testing...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How important is it to balance tires

    Interesting balancer But not inexpensive for what it is! Suggest a Steel shaft and a set (4) of Inline skate replacement bearings (cheap, easy...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Danilo
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    brake piston do I need to replace?

    Vise grip signatures from an abused past. ALWAYS reseal those things, the seals only live a year or 2 at best.. and Don't be Lazy ..reseal.. Both...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Danilo
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    PROGRESSIVE FRONT FORK SPRINGS

    Experience has shown that rarely does one need "new' springs there are other issues like rebound and dampening that are far more significant to...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Danilo
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    primary chain adjustment, or what?

    Dunno about your Model But I'm thinking it is a "belly botton" bolt Make Real Sure of what it does.. First.
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 12, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Danilo
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    rear disc bikes

    When all's said and done.. the Simple Truth is that the Rear Drum stops better than the early yama disc setups.. sad ain't it?
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 11, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Maxim-X valve adjustment

    Uhhh Suggest going to (yikes!) your local yama dealer. They usually only charge labour and supply the shims Free (there is some significant...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 11, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Danilo
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    [PICS] tc03-06a turbo rebuild

    You didn't have to Rebalance? that little guy likely spins more than 120,000 rpms. It's critical with the Garrets on my Saabs although they are...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Danilo
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    Looking for some grip, IRC WF-920 tire.... Any experiences?

    Re: Looking for some grip, IRC WF-920 tire.... Any experienc Glad yr happy But in All Seriousness They ARE designed intended to work as a...
    Post by: Danilo, Mar 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Danilo
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    Oil Burning Problem after rebuild - Help

    Similar Problem .. Sigh. . blows oil when by all reasonable assumption it should not. Younger son siezed his engine a while back.. I "repaired"...
    Post by: Danilo, Feb 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Danilo
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    tire reccomendations for a 750 seca

    Bridgestone Bt 45's .USE.. stock (oem) sizes the bike will perform better that way Surprisingly sticky Easy to find and pretty well the V best...
    Post by: Danilo, Feb 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Danilo
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    easy oil filter ????

    Having bought/used a 'few' The Yama filter IS of a lot higher quality, if that matters to you.
    Post by: Danilo, Feb 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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