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  1. Recoil87
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    stranded in NC - not charging!

    Yea do as the Duck says Stator went bad or the brushes...also check all your connections I went through 3 batteries and brushes before I found...
    Post by: Recoil87, Sep 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Recoil87
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    Engine smoking.. Coming from the oil / air filter

    yea man get some good 4 stroke oil in it run down to autozone its like 5 bucks a quart but well worth it...Remember we have WET CLUTCHES...lube is...
    Post by: Recoil87, Aug 27, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Recoil87
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    Jetting and valve clearance specs???

    I'm taking my bike in to get a valve clearance job and carbs cleans and synced. I just wanted to know the specs I need to give him so My tech...
    Thread by: Recoil87, Aug 25, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Recoil87
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    Drilling out jets

    Yo man that is the carb drain screw...not a jet! I would run down to the local hardware store and pick up a drill and tap for removal...or like...
    Post by: Recoil87, Aug 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Recoil87
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    Idle circuit, I guess?

    Ok sounds good Im taking the bike in for a valve clearance job with new pads and shims and a carb sync with merc sticks...this guy says he used to...
    Post by: Recoil87, Aug 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Recoil87
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    Idle circuit, I guess?

    I'm having the EXSACT SAME PROBLEM this started after I ran some carb cleaner through the tank... I think I got some rust or gookenpucky loose in...
    Post by: Recoil87, Aug 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Recoil87
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    What speeds does your bike see?

    I took the Ortega Hwy in Orange County the other day and it takes turns well...50-60 loving all the revs...Did some peg scrapping and had some...
    Post by: Recoil87, Aug 21, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. Recoil87
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    speedometer noise

    Yea man its your speedo. I bought my bike and it did the exsact same thing...HIgh Pitch Whyining at low speeds...but upon acceleration would go...
    Post by: Recoil87, Aug 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. Recoil87
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    First bike need help with routine maintenance questions

    YEA LISTEN TO THE DUCK....as much of a pain the guy can sound like...hes NOTHING but FACT AND KNOWLEDGE... All hail the Duck!
    Post by: Recoil87, Aug 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Recoil87
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    CHARCOAL Stator???

    I pulled my stator finally and saw it and its black and burnt up and charcoal looking...??? Im guessing its needs to be replaced right...and...
    Thread by: Recoil87, Aug 3, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Recoil87
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    83 750 secs new Atari for stator trade???

    If anyone wants a new Atari all I need is a semi new working stator mine has been the cause of my charging system woes. Need a new one bad
    Thread by: Recoil87, Jul 30, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    all i did man was take off the rear end fairing and cut the rear splash gaurd about 6 to 8 inches back from original...nothing was cut or...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    SO I got a buddies son a job and now...I GET FREE WORK DONE!!! Hes going to give me a valve adjustment, tuneup with filters and all. ColorTune...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 29, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    if you want high quality go here http://s1148.photobucket.com/albums/o563/recoil87/
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 26, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    [img][img][img][img][img] Ok so here are some pictures after paint and the other mods listed previously...going to attempt to take apart my...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 26, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    ok check it out guys, I got new pictures and new info coming up. I have a charging issue and Im having to drop it off to a mechanic and leave it...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. Recoil87
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    removing the atari gauge cluster?

    :?: :?: :?: can anyone give me some help with taking this horrible looking gauge cluster off my bike...what wires to jumper? what to clip or not...
    Thread by: Recoil87, Jul 23, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Recoil87
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    Clutch question

    mine does the same I have the same question... good one Hecktic... Maybe we need some clutch adjustment
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    took back the cheap Walmart battery and got another better/newer one. Already I can tell its better off my volt meter...holding a charge better...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. Recoil87
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    start button and kill switch Bypass

    Try that [img]
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. Recoil87
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    Removing Stock Gauges...??? Please Help...

    ok Mr. Duck...seriously looks like I need to get a service manual...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Recoil87
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    Removing Stock Gauges...??? Please Help...

    I want to remove my stock gauge cluster and get rid of that rats nest in the front of my 83 seca 750...please help me.....Ill end up getting a...
    Thread by: Recoil87, Jul 21, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    ok well i took my fuel line off my petcok and it isnt leaking so Iguessing a blow by issue is the problem....Im going to Run Marvels Mystery Oil...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    i pulled the fuel like from the petcok and it isnt leaking so Im guessing mine petcok is ok....Someone said something about a "BLOW-BY" issue???...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Recoil87
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    torque question

    yup I agree with Polock man...just go buy a 10$ wrench man...its worth it and youll have it when ever you need it again...just stick it in your...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    k-mode: what is a blow by issue???
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. Recoil87
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    smell of gas in the oil fill cap????

    lol it was a joke man dont get old and Irate and be a bugger... I thrive off this site and learning as much as I can about my bike...I can joke...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Recoil87
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    smell of gas in the oil fill cap????

    ok sorry mr adrian1...appoligize about the confusion...most of you techs are either Irate old buggers or young guns that dont know what they are...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    smell of gas in the oil fill cap????

    :?: :?: :?: Okay so a lot of dudes have been telling me to check for the smell of gas in the oil fill cap, and I was reluctent to check...
    Thread by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    ok so check it out guys I took a nice ride and I smelled for gas in my crank case and yes I DO SMELL GAS IN THE FILL CAP....please tell me what...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. Recoil87
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    Help! Oil Filter Bolt woes...

    nice man good thing he was honest and sent you the money for shipping...THAT IS RARE...hang on to that vendor...later
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Recoil87
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    Help! Oil Filter Bolt woes...

    yea I think mlew is right man looks like for an xs1000 that would explain your salesmans non-response...he probably realized that the bolt was...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    ok ill check that right now wizard...thanks for the tip...i didnt know that...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    ok well I trickel charged my battery all nite and when I put her in the bike she fired RIGHT UP with no problems...so Im guessing either I have a...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. Recoil87
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    Air Filter substitute for short ride to shop???

    nice ok sounds good
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Recoil87
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    !!!Organizinig a XJ Meet in SoCal!!!

    47 views and not one entry...come on you bunch of Felines...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: Western US and Canada
  37. Recoil87
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    Air Filter substitute for short ride to shop???

    Hey all I have no airbox or pods on my bike right now(seca 750) and I need to ride it about 25 miles to my shop...I have no way of getting it...
    Thread by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    ok fitz sounds good man, Ill get one as soon as I can...and I checked the oil again to see if I could smell gas and I dont...I let it sit over...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    I just found out that my battery isnt recharging and probably isnt giving the bike enough JUICE to start her over....heard that the starters on...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    I just found out that my battery isnt recharging and probably isnt giving the bike enough JUICE to start her over....heard that the starters on...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  41. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    "fuel is coming from tap"??? - What is tap??? WHat does that mean adrian1???
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    i need pods just until I can afford a stock clean air intake
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    adrian1: no I jsut changed the oil and its been fine at the top with a bubble after about 5 mins of rest after riding... bigfitz: no the air...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    what about if the intake is off and the carbs are free and open? I know thats not right but Im wondering if I can still check for a leak with the...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    and I just heard I should check and see if I smeel gas in the oil cap? And I smell a bit, but its not really gassy....like its not overwhelming,...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Recoil87
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    choke issue

    :?: OKay so when I go to choke my bike it makes a hissing sound and doesnt rev up the motor to choke it out??? It used to take the rpms up and...
    Thread by: Recoil87, Jul 16, 2012, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    plugs are okay???....not new but ok... and I dont smell gas in the oil? Why tskaz? whats up what does it sound like.???
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  48. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    NICE FIRST TIME OUT ON THE ROAD TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IT WAS GREAT!!! Rides smooth and gets lots of looks... I warmed up the motor for a few...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  49. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    plus the switch is recesed...please excuse my spelling bad case of dislexia
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  50. Recoil87
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    1983 XJ Project "Serenity"

    i was worried about my leg too but it acctually sits right behind my knee and to the back and when I lean into my tank my knee hugs forward so it...
    Post by: Recoil87, Jul 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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