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  1. PhillyBG
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    Seca 550 Carb Set

    Sounds good! Thanks
    Post by: PhillyBG, Nov 16, 2017 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. PhillyBG
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    Seca 550 Carb Set

    I need to replace the #1 carb body on my rack (furthest to the left, closest to the petcock). Any chance you would be willing to break up one of...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Nov 16, 2017 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Need new #1 carb body

    XJ550H, yes I am talking about the carb body that is furthest left when sitting on the bike. Any chance you still have it and how much would you...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Nov 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need new #1 carb body

    Thanks a lot Rice-Burnarr, those pictures are a huge help. Now that I can see exactly what is supposed to be going on in the, I think my problem...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Nov 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. PhillyBG
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    Need new #1 carb body

    Just thinking...wouldn’t the o-ring on the mix screw be sealing out air? If my problem was a too lean condition that would make sense, but I’m too...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Oct 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. PhillyBG
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    Need new #1 carb body

    Just thinking...wouldn’t the o-ring on the mix screw be sealing out air? If my problem was a too lean condition that would make sense, but I’m too...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Oct 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. PhillyBG
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    Need new #1 carb body

    I’ll check the o-ring. I’m not sure what you mean by church if clean. The carbs have been given a fairly thorough cleaning, but I have not broken...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Oct 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need new #1 carb body

    I have checked the mixture screws. They were all set at 2.75. I did experiment with the #1 screw and set it at 2, which did make it a little less...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Oct 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. PhillyBG
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    1982 XJ550 Seca

    1982 XJ550 Seca
    Status Update by PhillyBG, Oct 6, 2017
  10. PhillyBG
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    Need new #1 carb body

    It seems that the previous owner of my 1982 XJ550 Seca cross-threaded the pilot jet in the #1 carb (the carb on the left most side). I was able to...
    Thread by: PhillyBG, Oct 6, 2017, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Seca engine rebuild help

    Last week, I finally got the engine completely back together. After fixing a couple of minor problems (a small oil leak from the valve cover and a...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Jul 29, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Seca engine rebuild help

    BigFitz, Thanks for the advice. This is the first time I am getting into any kind of engine work. It is good to know that what I thought would...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Jun 12, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Seca engine rebuild help

    I tried putting up a picture of the broken cam journal, but I am having trouble uploading.
    Post by: PhillyBG, Jun 12, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Seca engine rebuild help

    To make a long story short, the cam chain on my XJ550 Seca broke. Somehow the journal holding the cam gear on the front camshaft also cracked. On...
    Thread by: PhillyBG, Jun 12, 2013, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Won't start when cold

    Update: I checked my battery and the fluid was a little low, so I topped it off and charged it. I am used to maintenance free batteries, so...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Feb 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Won't start when cold

    Thanks to those who share this problem and feel my pain! As for moving to Florida, well no offense to any Floridians, but it just ain't my...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Feb 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Won't start when cold

    I have an '82 XJ 550 Seca. I have had some trouble getting it started when it is cold outside. It won't start when it is around 35 degrees or...
    Thread by: PhillyBG, Feb 3, 2012, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. PhillyBG
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    I ordered some parts from Chacal last week and it was a great experience. Incredibly fast shipping! The parts were just what I needed and worked...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Dec 1, 2011 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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    Mikuni Float Needles

    I have an '82 XJ550 with the Mikuni carbs. I want to replace the float needles (and possibly the seats if they aren't too expensive). Does...
    Thread by: PhillyBG, Nov 21, 2011, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Home made XJ tools contest

    This is a very simple tool, but it was very useful. I was doing a valve clearance check and having a hell of a time pulling out the shims...
    Post by: PhillyBG, Oct 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pilot Jet problem

    I recently picked up an '82 XJ550 Seca. The bike had been sitting for about 6-7 years. So obviously the carbs needed a good cleaning. 3 of the...
    Thread by: PhillyBG, Oct 14, 2011, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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