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  1. omalley576
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    VIN Decal Replacement Source

    Both those sites look great! Thanks, guys! I'll talk to a dealer and see what they say, too. I won't be ordering too soon at these prices,...
    Post by: omalley576, Sep 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    VIN Decal Replacement Source

    I want to replace my VIN label, faithfully and accurately, after a complete teardown, repaint and rebuild. I want it to look good, be as close to...
    Thread by: omalley576, Sep 13, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Head and Valve Cover Gasket Sealant, RTV, Adhesive, etc.

    Also, I found "Permatex High Tack Spray-A-Gasket Sealant," and "Permatex Cooper Spray-A-Gasket Hi-Temp Adhesive Sealant.". Don't mean to be picky,...
    Post by: omalley576, Jul 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. omalley576
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    Head and Valve Cover Gasket Sealant, RTV, Adhesive, etc.

    Can you elaborate on what you mean by cases and donuts? For lower end, do you mean the cylinder base? And are you saying either of those are...
    Post by: omalley576, Jul 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. omalley576
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    Head and Valve Cover Gasket Sealant, RTV, Adhesive, etc.

    I'm refitting my head. Surfaces polished shiny. Do I need any kind of gasket sealer or maker, etc? Can I just use the new OEM gasket alone? Same...
    Thread by: omalley576, Jul 22, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. omalley576
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    1982 Maxim 650 Parting Out Columbus, OH, Local, Cash Only

    Trickedout, PM'd you. Biff, thanks for the answer. Also, I prefer dealing local because dealing long distance has a lot of inherent problems...
    Post by: omalley576, Jul 3, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  7. omalley576
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    '82 XJ 650 parts CHEAP!

    Thanks for the parts! Haven't yet gotten her to the point of putting them on, and I'll let you know when I do. Great meeting you, too. Hope to...
    Post by: omalley576, Jul 1, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. omalley576
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    1982 Maxim 650 Parting Out Columbus, OH, Local, Cash Only

    What exactly is the TCI? ;) Still new to our terminology. Is this what I'm calling the IC Ignitor and have seen some call the computer?
    Post by: omalley576, Jul 1, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. omalley576
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    82 XJ650 Maxim Carb Joints

    That's galvanic corrosion. Look up "galvanic series" on wikipedia. No two metals are ever completely compatible. Any non metallic coating is...
    Post by: omalley576, Jun 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. omalley576
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    1982 Maxim 650 Parting Out Columbus, OH, Local, Cash Only

    I hate to bump my own thread, but I haven't gotten a single hit, and since I posted the original at an odd hour and there were a few threads with...
    Post by: omalley576, Jun 18, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. omalley576
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Len worked with me for a few days quoting and requoting parts so I could get my list just right so I only ordered one time. I paid for the...
    Post by: omalley576, Jun 9, 2012 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  12. omalley576
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Len worked with me for a few days quoting and requoting parts so I could get my list just right so I only ordered one time. I paid for the...
    Post by: omalley576, Jun 9, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  13. omalley576
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    1982 Maxim 650 Parting Out Columbus, OH, Local, Cash Only

    I will try to add photos to photobucket tomorrow. URL will be photobucket dot com slash 82Maxim650
    Post by: omalley576, Jun 8, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  14. omalley576
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    1982 Maxim 650 Parting Out Columbus, OH, Local, Cash Only

    5N8 Frame/Model Code Wiring Harness, modified and no fuse box 5N8-82590-50-00 $25 Rectifier/Regulator 3G1-81960-A1-00 OR 12R-81960-A1-00...
    Thread by: omalley576, Jun 8, 2012, 8 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  15. omalley576
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    4 Mikuni Carbs AS-IS Canibalized Columbus, OH $50 cash local

    I have four Mikuni carbs. I do not know enough to know the difference between them. It appears that I have two of one type and two of another,...
    Thread by: omalley576, Jun 7, 2012, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    82 XJ650 Maxim Carb Joints

    What Biff said. Hindsight being 20/20, not only do you potentially have the problem of high cost for this fix, you could break a intake joint...
    Post by: omalley576, Jun 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    '82 XJ 650 parts CHEAP!

    82 650 Maxim needs grommets for side panels, grab bar, speedo drive.
    Post by: omalley576, Jun 3, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  18. omalley576
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    Swapping Heads, Quick Question

    For sure, this is not simple. I do not know that the whole engine & transmission unit are good on the other, or I absolutely would have just...
    Post by: omalley576, May 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    All plugs vary. Some plugs have an intentional amount of resistance, often called "suppression" by marketing geniuses. While that term is indeed...
    Post by: omalley576, May 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    THAT would be your performance difference. Even the few anecdotal cases I've read don't really lend much credence to the idea that plugs actually...
    Post by: omalley576, May 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. omalley576
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    Swapping Heads, Quick Question

    Fitz, thanks! Are you referring to the two copper crush washers? I didn't see any o-rings save for the 4 for the YICS passages. And I will...
    Post by: omalley576, May 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Swapping Heads, Quick Question

    I have a 1982 650 Maxim, and a parts bike of the same YMM. My head has a bolt snapped off in it. I'm going to simply swap heads. Everything...
    Thread by: omalley576, May 26, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. omalley576
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    Yeah... they do that. When I find a guy like that I make it a point to tell him I'm waiting for someone else to help me. I don't even fuss with...
    Post by: omalley576, May 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. omalley576
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    Seriously? Were you able to start without choke before this plug change? Did you change anything else at the same time you changed your plugs....
    Post by: omalley576, May 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. omalley576
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    New Case of Broken Carburator Joint (Intake Manifold) Bolts

    {{SIDE NOTE: I used to have a Z32! Not your Datsun body, but the Z32's were great. Hope to get one back someday. I had the '84 Anniversary...
    Post by: omalley576, May 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. omalley576
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    New Case of Broken Carburator Joint (Intake Manifold) Bolts

    I forgot to mention Fitz's recommendation in my post, and I've seen him tell this tale on here before. Heed this advice!
    Post by: omalley576, May 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. omalley576
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    New Case of Broken Carburator Joint (Intake Manifold) Bolts

    --THIS-- is important information that I haven't seen anywhere else, yet! I didn't think about the possibility of damaging the head in this...
    Post by: omalley576, May 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. omalley576
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    New Case of Broken Carburator Joint (Intake Manifold) Bolts

    Too. True. I agree, however, I meant this in the context of "now" being when the reader reads it. Could be ten years from today. It's...
    Post by: omalley576, May 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. omalley576
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    New Case of Broken Carburator Joint (Intake Manifold) Bolts

    I'll give you that. Considering the season JUST started and most have had their bikes a while. And what is just one more riding season after 30...
    Post by: omalley576, May 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. omalley576
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    TIP: Oil Filter Housing Bolt Removal SUCCESS

    One could seal the bolt, axially, under the head, instead of radially as the O-ring currently sits. NOT RECOMMENDING THIS AT ALL!!! Just saying,...
    Post by: omalley576, May 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. omalley576
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    New Case of Broken Carburator Joint (Intake Manifold) Bolts

    First off, I want to say that the "boots" between the carburetors and the engine are not "manifolds" or "boots." Boots cover things and protect...
    Thread by: omalley576, May 14, 2012, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. omalley576
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    Carb syncing. WTF>!>!>@ Help PLZ

    Maybe I'm too new to bikes, XJ's and/or this forum, but what is the "Morgan Tune." Everyone, thanks for this WEALTH of information. Since...
    Post by: omalley576, May 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. omalley576
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    TIP: Oil Filter Housing Bolt Removal SUCCESS

    The bypass valve, to the best of my knowledge (and someone correct me if I am wrong) serves no purpose during normal operation. Every engine with...
    Post by: omalley576, May 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. omalley576
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    TIP: Oil Filter Housing Bolt Removal SUCCESS

    12mm is the standard for most of these bikes. Some had the larger 17mm bolt, I think. Chacal has the stock replacement and a larger one. The...
    Post by: omalley576, May 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. omalley576
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    cleaning out the garage

    Photos are gone...
    Post by: omalley576, May 11, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Solid carb to intake boots?

    PS - if someone came up with a set of design files for something like this, I'm sure there's GOT to eventually be a MFG that would be willing to...
    Post by: omalley576, May 11, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Solid carb to intake boots?

    I've got my carbs off about to do a clean and rebuild while I wait on my boots and new bolts to arrive. 82 XJ650J Maxim. I'm new to XJ's and...
    Post by: omalley576, May 11, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New website for parts

    I agre with Rhett and Bob. These guys don't act very professional. Inconsistent pricing, poor shipping charging policy... no thanks. There are...
    Post by: omalley576, May 11, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  39. omalley576
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    TIP: Oil Filter Housing Bolt Removal SUCCESS

    Hey, give me some more credit, Fitz! I also pointed out that the torque spec is permanently cast into the housing!!! ;)
    Post by: omalley576, May 11, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. omalley576
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    TIP: Oil Filter Housing Bolt Removal SUCCESS

    So I've been fighting with what I have learned to be a common problem on these bikes due to overzealous torque-monsters for POs (or current...
    Thread by: omalley576, May 10, 2012, 21 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. omalley576
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    Power isn't just in the voltage, it's the current behind that. P=I*V, and so many things in that spark plug, the wires, the mixture, the ignition...
    Post by: omalley576, May 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. omalley576
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    That's interesting. Again, though, you've got your DMM on diode-check. i would suggest setting it to ohms and checking the actual resistance....
    Post by: omalley576, May 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Circuit board level help required

    Oh, and the "goopy stuff" is called "conformal coating." We use it in the PCB industry to provide electrical insulation, better part mounting...
    Post by: omalley576, May 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. omalley576
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    Solid carb to intake boots?

    Do you mean the Carburetor Joints? The "boots" that go between the carb and engine? If so, I say go for it if you got good machining and fab...
    Post by: omalley576, May 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. omalley576
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    Circuit board level help required

    For all parts, I go to octopart.com or findchips.com to check all the common internet distributors. A search on octo gave this:...
    Post by: omalley576, May 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. omalley576
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    82 & 83 650 Maxim Motors Compatible?

    Awesome, thanks. It's about an hour and a half away and they are asking $375 for the engine, carbs, starter, frame, gas tank and swing arms. I...
    Post by: omalley576, May 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. omalley576
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    Wait... whaaaaat? Something is amiss there. Either I'm misunderstanding what you are saying or had a piece of ceramic posing as a spark plug....
    Post by: omalley576, May 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. omalley576
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    Rick, agreed. I like mushroom clouds and plane formations, they make me feel cooler and make my bike a sex object. I bought the regular ol'...
    Post by: omalley576, May 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 & 83 650 Maxim Motors Compatible?

    I've got a 1982 and found a 1983 650 Maxim motor, tank, frame, swingarm and shocks for sale for fairly cheap. Does anyone know if at least...
    Thread by: omalley576, May 5, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. omalley576
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    Copper v. Platinum v. Iridium

    A fellow Alabamian. I've transplanted to Ohio two years ago. Miss my home. These folks don't know food, and they keep bragging about this stuff...
    Post by: omalley576, May 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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