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  1. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Yip, we'll aware of that.
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    I left the frame like that on purpose, it's already clear coated, so didn't miss out haha, I did think about doing the fins, would make it stand...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Slowly getting there, had a few problems along the way but it's starting to take shape, [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Replace Fuse box, old one is...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Thanks for the heads up with the gears, seems to cycle through nicely, so fingers crossed its the same when she's running. Cheers, I like the...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 20, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Turn you head and cough!! haha, Valve clearance checks, compression test, ect, as much as can be done without taking the head and sump off, we are...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 19, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Cheers MattiThundrrr, yeah I know I will be lucky to avoid it, so lets pretend I never mentioned it and move on to the next issue haha.
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 18, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Because it's high temp engine wrinkle paint haha, I know it's not going to be to everyone's taste, but it's durable, oil and fuel resistant.
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 18, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Thanks K-moe that's the news I've been wanting to hear. Yeah shipping down here is rather expensive, and second hand parts are getting harder to...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 18, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Got some more time over the last few days to complete so bits and pieces, carried out the health checks on the engine, she has passed, so I am...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    That's a really good way to look at it.
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Thanks, I'm not used to showing people my work, never posted it on a forum before, so I am a little apprehensive, I guess I will end up with some...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. Mattynz
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    Hello from New Zealand

    I will Pm you when I get home from work.
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 15, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Spent some time tiding up some parts while waiting for some new bits to arrive, clear coated the frame and the tank, have not decided what colour...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 14, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. Mattynz
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    Hello from New Zealand

    Hi Tom I am looking at getting the another two wrecks at the moment, not exactly sure what spares are on them yet but will let you know, I have a...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 14, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Cheers, NZ winters are mild compared with UK ones, I have been through a couple over there. Haha, you mean good luck to the Lions, they will need it!!
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Had some spare time yesterday and this morning, took about 6 layers of different paint off the tank, had to pick the lock to the fuel cap as the...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Cheers, this is oil cooled, I will have a look on the block to see if I can see any marks, apart form that is there any other way to tell? I was...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Looks like you must of had a lot of spares!! a great effort for the time spent. I just hope that at the end it's not still junk, it will be a...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Agreed, I know it's not going to be easy, but the harder it is the more rewarding it will be, I don't have a budget in mind, it is what it is.
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Thanks for the advice, feel free to be one of the first to say, I told you so, if it ends up failing, best mate is a mechanic so we will give it...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    I have pulled the motor and stripped the frame down, No major rust just all surface stuff, I will lightly wire brush and clear over the frame to...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Thanks Timbox, I will keep updating as I go, I have some money, plenty of time, and the talent, well I guess we will find out in the end haha!!
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 12, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    I do kinda agree with you, but like the post says back from the dead, It will mean a lot more to get this on the road compared to buying a running...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. Mattynz
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    82 XJ650 Back from the dead.

    Hi Guys I am new to the site, I managed to get a hold of my first XJ, a 1982 XJ650 Seca with a 750 engine, it is in a terrible condition, hacked...
    Thread by: Mattynz, Jun 11, 2017, 40 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. Mattynz
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    Hello from New Zealand

    Hi Tom, I have just signed up for the same reason, and am in the same boat as you, bought a dereged 82 Xj 650 Seca with a 750 engine in it for...
    Post by: Mattynz, Jun 11, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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