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  1. Dadoseven
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    You still have air in the line or in the caliper body somewhere. Does the brake lever offer resistance? If the caliper is pressing against...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Dadoseven
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    Allow me to introduce myself...

    Correct. Just below the front of the tank. [ATTACH]
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 27, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. Dadoseven
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    Allow me to introduce myself...

    It appears they attach to part of the steering damper bracket, which is attached to the cross-plate attached to the front frame members. The...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 27, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. Dadoseven
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    Rear Wheel Removal help

    It would have a greater impact if it was further from the center. Yep. All rebalanced when new tires were installed.
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 23, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Dadoseven
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    New Here

    Welcome! Great bunch of people here to help out if you need advice. Nice looking bike!
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 22, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. Dadoseven
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Removed wheels in preparation for new tires. They had a little dry-rot :confused: [ATTACH] Old and new: side by side [ATTACH] While I had the...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Dadoseven
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    Rear Wheel Removal help

    Yeah, it appears it is close enough to the edge that the shoes don't even come in contact with that area.
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Dadoseven
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    Rear Wheel Removal help

    As I was cleaning out the drum, I noticed a chip in the edge of the drum. Concerning? Should I replace the drum? [ATTACH] I believe while I was...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Dadoseven
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    Rear Wheel Removal help

    Thanks so much! That did it. Banged on the wheel with a rubber mallet as I spun the wheel several times with a few good kicks thrown in for good...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Dadoseven
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    Rear Wheel Removal help

    Ok, don't know what i was doing wrong. It came out easily. When i tried the screwdriver in the whole bit, the whole axle just spun around freely...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Dadoseven
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    Rear Wheel Removal help

    I am attempting to remove the rear wheel on my '82 XJ750 SECA so that I can replace the rear brake shoes and get the new tire installed. I have...
    Thread by: Dadoseven, Apr 15, 2017, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Dadoseven
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Today I reassemble / rebuild calipers with new pads and seals.
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Dadoseven
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    Allow me to introduce myself...

    AFAIK, it appears to be an "official" piece. It wraps around the wiring bulk and is closed with snaps. There are cutouts at the top and bottom for...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 13, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. Dadoseven
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    Allow me to introduce myself...

    Thanks. It just appears that the brackets that are mounted to the frame that the luggage rack/ side case rack might be easier to get at with the...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 13, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. Dadoseven
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    Computerized monitor wiring

    I was having the same problem with my display as well. Got my polarized sunglasses and low and behold, I can see the display perfectly. Thanks!
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 13, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Dadoseven
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    Allow me to introduce myself...

    Does it help to remove the rear cowling?
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 13, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. Dadoseven
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    Allow me to introduce myself...

    Here is how it is mounted on mine for the front fairing. Note: the headlight bracket ears need to bent in, or sometimes they were cut, otherwise...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Apr 12, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. Dadoseven
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    For Sale Nice looking '81 XJ650 Maxim

    Not mine, near me. [IMG] https://lincoln.craigslist.org/mcy/6069577008.html
    Thread by: Dadoseven, Apr 1, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  19. Dadoseven
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    Wanted Right side (battery) cover for 750 Maxim

    I suspect it is this ^^ Removed to access the battery; then misplaced, stepped on, broken, etc.
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 30, 2017 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  20. Dadoseven
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    another CL optimist

    [IMG] Some assembly required...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 30, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. Dadoseven
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    so sad to see this

    Might be able to salvage a few parts. o_O
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 29, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. Dadoseven
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    help

    You were probably looking at an entire assorted set; two or more of every possible size; for a mechanics shop. The most you would need is four shims.
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Dadoseven
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    another CL optimist

    Are those zip ties holding the gauge cluster on? WTH is with the sideways mounted headlight? SMH
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 28, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. Dadoseven
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    81 seca gauges

    I am having similar problem on my '82 SECA 750. Fuses and connections in fuse box check out. Speedometer, tach work. Turn signal, high beam,...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Dadoseven
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    An Introduction: New Rider

    Here is an update on progress: Master cylinder rebuilt, new brake lines installed. System bled; we have pressure! The brake handle is now nice...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 27, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. Dadoseven
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    Polishing

    http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/polishing-your-aluminum-parts.48149/
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Dadoseven
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    After successfully bleeding, my calipers stick. They are easy enough to get free by loosening the caliper bolts or tapping lightly on the outside...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 19, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Dadoseven
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Today I got the brakes bled from my MC / new brake lines installation yesterday
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 19, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Dadoseven
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Rebuilt / reinstalled the Master Cylinder. Man that MC is a b!-(h to get at! Especially with the fairing mounting hardware in the way. Replaced...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 18, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Dadoseven
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    An Introduction: New Rider

    Thanks everyone for the welcomes! I assure you all, safety and mechanically sound is my first prority. I don't really care what it looks like at...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 16, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. Dadoseven
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Just placed my first order with Chacal @ XJ4ever. Len was a great help in making sure I had the correct parts for my bike. Ordered replacement...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 16, 2017 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  32. Dadoseven
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    An Introduction: New Rider

    It could be that in the first picture while the bike is on the trailer, the straps were tightened down making it pulled forward and lower than...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 13, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    An Introduction: New Rider

    Thanks! Yeah, the original seat cover is disintegrated. It was just covered with some sort of loose plastic fabric, almost like landscape...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 13, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. Dadoseven
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    An Introduction: New Rider

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] More images: work in progress Well, having a little difficulty posting images. My post is declared too spam-like. Here are a...
    Post by: Dadoseven, Mar 13, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. Dadoseven
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    An Introduction: New Rider

    Hello All! It is time I introduce myself. I've been lurking about here for too long, reading and absorbing the wealth of information offered....
    Thread by: Dadoseven, Mar 13, 2017, 16 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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