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    1981 XJ 550 Seca -- Engine Rebuild

    There are always those garage queens with low miles that got stuffed away because it was too much money to get the carbs cleaned and the valves...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. MN-Maxims
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    New to this site and to DIY Mechanics

    Maybe your exhaust pipes are loose. I've had that happen.
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 22, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    1981 XJ 550 Seca -- Engine Rebuild

    My vote would be to find a different engine. The parts are not cheap and if you go through all the tear down and not replace chain guides and...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 21, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Almost starting. I turn off ignition then it backfires.

    Sounds like its flooded. Your carbs more than likely have dried gas in them. The best way to address the situation is to pull the carbs off....
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    End if season blues...

    If South Dakota is going to get snow it will be here in no time. :(
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 19, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    xj/xs tank badge

    Makes a guy want to fill the indentations and the brackets with body filler and paint the tank and get some gold colored decals laser cut to...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    At lost for words.

    Those dents and dings should be able to work those out with out too much trouble. The metal shouldn't be stretched enough to cause any problems...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 19, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    The mrs always said carbs were bad for me...

    I have in most cases put the carbs on like that, filled them with gas and had the bikes fire up and idle almost perfectly. The other key to that...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    The mrs always said carbs were bad for me...

    Polock is correct. You have to start with number 3 and make the others exactly the same. I use strips of a cut up business card, then set them to...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    At lost for words.

    It's always nice to strip off the old paint and start over with fresh primer and paint.
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 18, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    front brakes tight and slightly pressing

    Plus one one this. Tiny holes restrict the fluid from equalizing and causing the brakes to drag. The caliper seals can also be swollen and causing...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 16, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New member

    I use Rotella 15-40 in mine with no issues.
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 16, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    At lost for words.

    One piece at a time my friend, it will all come together soon.
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 16, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    idle adjustment

    Classic restricted pilot circuits problem having to run the choke to get these XJ's to idle. Your carbs may have been cleaned but maybe whoever...
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New scooter

    LOL Razz , you will be busy takin care of that little one. Granpa's little girl going to keep him from from the shop when she is over that's for sure.
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 15, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New scooter

    Yamaha SR400 iS my bet too
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New scooter

    K moe. LOL
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. MN-Maxims
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    New scooter

    Oh I know a Hodaka Combat Wombat! That's it!
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New scooter

    Or how about this
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. MN-Maxims
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    New scooter

    Or maybe Itialian?
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New scooter

    Chinese by chance?
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    At lost for words.

    WOW what a freaking psychopath!
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    At lost for words.

    Hey Razz, You got any updates? Saw you had some info on the theif if you care to share. Hope to hear from you soon MN
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    A quick intro

    The coils need to be replaced or repaired if your coil wires are shot. I elected to install Dyna Coils on my 750. They seem to work really nice....
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    A quick intro

    Might as well figure on replacing the rear shoes also because they delaminate and cause the rear wheel to lock.
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 14, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    For Sale 1982 XJ1100 Pair of Side Covers

    Just digging through the spare pair of side covers. Someone rattle can painted over them but it shouldn't be an issue to strip,that off and make...
    Thread by: MN-Maxims, Nov 13, 2015, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    For Sale 1979 XS 750 Tripple Wheels

    Bump
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 13, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    For Sale XJ1100 Rear Air Shocks

    Bump
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 13, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    For Sale 1982 XJ1100 Fork Tubes

    Bump
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 13, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    For Sale 1982 XJ750J Engine

    Bump
    Post by: MN-Maxims, Nov 13, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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