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  1. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Engine siezed up.

    Pretty sure the clutch is shot. Wheel turns no matter what.
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jul 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Engine siezed up.

    mlew- Yeah, It's taken me a while to source and obtain all the bits and bobs to get it runable so I've been doing what I can in the mean time....
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jul 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Engine siezed up.

    Well, I'm just about seeing the light at the end of the tunnel with my bobber build but I've hit a road-block. I finally got a battery and so...
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jul 28, 2013, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    There is a x-member going between the upper shock mounts and I gussetted the upper shock mounts. The only way this frame is buckling is if it goes...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    Thanks for the input Sebwiers. The springs are significantly stiffer than stock and no amount of jumping on the bike (super technical testing,...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    No worries, you're not the first to suggest this. I know it's a fair deal lower than most configurations, but I don't see how this is a...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    Neither. I'm just going to fab a custom airbox with a filter on either side. I don't much care for the way pods look (tuning issues aside) and I...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jan 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    Aww, c'mon Rick. At least it's there. The original plan was to go completely fenderless... :P Truthfully though, you're probably right. I just...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jan 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    Re: Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13 [img] As of 1.7.13: New seat, welded upper rear x-member, fender mocked-up,...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jan 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Monoshock rear conversion

    So, you're essentially just running a sinlge spring/shock on the shaft side at a steeper angle and tying the swing-arm to the axle side with some...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jan 7, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Carbrator rebuild kit & Jet kit wanted!!! Help?

    I recall finding a handy little chart that gave estimates of the jet sizes to use depending on what's been done to the engine. I'll dig around my...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Dec 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Carbrator rebuild kit & Jet kit wanted!!! Help?

    Chacal can hook you up with parts. Be sure to strip them down completely before dipping. I hear that plastic parts don't fare well when dipped.
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Dec 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Xj650 Swing arm hardtail mod question

    So you want to basically chop the ass end of your frame, weld in new tubing that extends from just aft of the tank down to the stock lower shock...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Dec 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    Re: Finally got around to modifying my frame. Thanks bud. :) To be honest, I just chopped off the factory upper spring mounts, bolted the...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Dec 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    Re: Finally got around to modifying my frame. Haha, sorry about that. I finished up at 10 pm sunday night and only had my cell phone. [img]...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Dec 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    [img] Here's the album. I scooted up to my buddy's house this past weekend and finally did some substantial work on my maxim bobber project....
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, Dec 4, 2012, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Remove black coating on levers

    Maybe gasket remover?
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Engine: To remove, or not to remove? That is the question.

    Thanks much for the tips. I'm not thinking of doing this on a regular basis. Just to get it goin' and whatnot. I also want to do some...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Fabbed or modified airbox?

    Haven't done it yet, so I'm interested in replies here as well. I can share my plan though. I'm not doing a hard-tail, but I am modifying the...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Engine: To remove, or not to remove? That is the question.

    So, I've got the carbs de-gunked and refurbed. Getting ready for some more frame surgery and need to give the engine a once over and address any...
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 18, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Water in the Wheel Bearing?

    I love cleaning and repcking bearings. That and rebuilding carbs... Something about it just centers my chi. Very relaxing.
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Grips

    Whatever you do, don't get the cheap Chinese rubber/aluminum jobs. I got a set for my maxim. Threw them on mid summer. about 2 months of sun had...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Corrupt_Reverend
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    How to remove speedo/tach guage needles? (EDIT: Answered.)

    That's interesting. The needles on my guages came off with a tiny brass sleeve type thing that slides onto a smooth shaft connected to the spring....
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How to remove speedo/tach guage needles? (EDIT: Answered.)

    Good advice. Editing signature.
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How to remove speedo/tach guage needles? (EDIT: Answered.)

    ~All the following information pertains to the guage cluster from an '82 xj650 maxim~ EDIT 3: I was able to figure this out. For those...
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, Nov 11, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New member! Custom xj700 Bobber

    Looks like the previous owner lowered the top rear spring mounts and put on shorter shocks which is my exact plan for my '80. I don't suppose...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Jun 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Float needle valve screens. Where can I get them?

    Thanks for the tip guys. Yep yep. I ordered the little tool thingie last week. Once it arrives, it's on! :D
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, May 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Float needle valve screens. Where can I get them?

    After a successful carb teardown and cleaning (save for a few fragged pilot jets), I'm ready to put these guys back together. I'm only waiting on...
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, May 29, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Precautions before starting engine for the 1st time in years

    Thanks for all the helpful input guys. I'm really stoked to have a nice, long to-do list this weekend. Can't wait! :-D One more question...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, May 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Corrupt_Reverend
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    Precautions before starting engine for the 1st time in years

    While I'm waiting on picking up shorter rear shocks for my xj, I decided to try and get the thing running and find out if I need to replace the...
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, May 15, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Corrupt_Reverend
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    A few random questions from a new guy.

    Here's some quick doodles to help illustrate what I'm thinking. My initial plan was to do this. Keeping the frame stock save for the two tubes...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, May 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. Corrupt_Reverend
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    A few random questions from a new guy.

    To clear things up, I don't intend to slot and bend the frame tubing. I work in a fab shop and have access to everything I need to bend new...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, May 1, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. Corrupt_Reverend
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    A few random questions from a new guy.

    I've begun my bike's transformation. This is where I'm at I've got everything pretty well planned, but here are a few things I want to clear...
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, May 1, 2012, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Anybody have these clipons?

    I'm replacing the throttle and levers etc. with aftermarket units so hopefully I'll be able to fit everything. Especially since I already ordered...
    Post by: Corrupt_Reverend, Feb 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Anybody have these clipons?

    Okay, first post so please forgive me if this is the wrong location or if this has been covered already. I recently picked up an '81 xj650 for...
    Thread by: Corrupt_Reverend, Feb 19, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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