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  1. rpgoerlich
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    Stripped thread for header attachment

    Had one on #3 exhaust of my XS11 that needed repair. Mine was kind of tight next to the frame. Since I was having tires replaced, I elected to...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Aug 19, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    virago jumped timing?

    Might pull the Left side cover for the noise. I've seen where the starter had been replaced without taking the side cover off which sometimes...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 6, 2014 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  3. rpgoerlich
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    Cams

    Set on Ebay pretty cheap...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 1, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Parting Out 1982 and 1981 XJ 650- I have everything!

    Thanks for the parts, They look great! Quick ship even with all this weather. Richard
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Jan 28, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Looking for some new tires

    The last 2 set's of D404's I've run on the XS11 lasted 6-8kmi on the rear and 10-12kmi on the front. I paid $120 for both front and rear. Just...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Jan 18, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New XJ1100 brake calipers?

    Just rebuild the ones you have. Chacal may have a kit for them.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 30, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wrist pin OD?

    You need a piston? I have 2 left on the shelf.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 29, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Wrist pin OD?

    Had a couple left over from an '82 550 Maxim. I just measured them and they are indeed 15mm .
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 29, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. rpgoerlich
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    Replacing a carb body...Is #1 identical to #2/3/4?

    Back in '09 I had a broken float post on #1 for an XS11. Took it to a Jewelry maker who had a a laser welder. He fixed it in 45minutes. Cost was...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. rpgoerlich
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    Full revs!!

    Check the intake boot clamps to make sure one isn't holding the throttle open. Also check where the cable sits in at the carbs, I've had one that...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 9, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. rpgoerlich
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    Smoking Engine

    I'd check the valve cover for leaks. They tend to run down and hit the exhaust. Left side of course :D .
    Post by: rpgoerlich, May 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. rpgoerlich
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    Motor wont fire

    Have you ohm'd out the pickup coils yet ?
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. rpgoerlich
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    Signs of leaking throttle shaft seals???

    You could check the seals as Fitz described to rule them out... Have you synced the carbs yet?
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone Dynoed their XJ?

    A while back Schooter did a race run on a dyno with his and posted it here:my dyno drag vid Unfortunately it looks like he deleted or moved the...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    All you XJ'ers, put a cork in it!

    I've had a couple barn finds when started up, pelted my pickup with acorns...Things were all over the driveway.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 14, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. rpgoerlich
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    Modern Classics bike show

    Thats a nice rare 920R there!
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. rpgoerlich
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    How about one of these?

    I was at Union yesterday. No new arrivals. That Seca 750 is still there though, pretty rough. I think It may have had one pipe on it.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 13, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  18. rpgoerlich
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    welp, the honda chop is done

    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 11, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    welp, the honda chop is done

    Looking Good! A Henry Abe breadbox filter would top it off nice if you could find one.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Mar 11, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    i forgot my marks Maxim

    You need to remove those cams before you turn anything or you'll bend some valves...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Feb 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    top end rebuild

    Try pushing them in alternating sides, moving around in a star like pattern.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Feb 19, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. rpgoerlich
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    SOLD!!! 1982 Yamaha XS400R Seca.

    Re: FS: 1982 Yamaha XS400R Seca. You should have no problem getting at least $800 for it. I'd put it on Houston &College Station Craigslist...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Feb 19, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Crank Seal Leaking

    So it's leaking around the blind plug under the RH cover?
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Feb 8, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Scary moment starting my 650 turbo in my basement shop

    I had the same problem when I fired up the Turbo I had after a rebuild. Exhaust pipe was full of oil and mud dobbers had made a nest in it. I had...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Feb 1, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Floats

    Here it is again:
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Jan 2, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Problems with number 3

    What cylinder is the vacuum line for the petcock hooked up to? Rare, but I've had a diaphram leak through and into the vac line. Seems like you...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 27, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Show me your Rattle Can Paint jobs.

    I rattle canned this one with Duplicolor Ocean blue, then used rattle can Spraymax 2k clear with a hardner over it a couple years ago. 82 XJ650...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Good source for Dynojet kit?

    Just got mine for the 80G XS11 from Dennis Kirk. They have free shipping for orders over $25. Plus they will beat any advertised price by $1....
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 4, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Landed 2 XS1100s

    The Special looks like a '79. 160mph speedo, no slotted rotos as Mlew stated The Standard could be an '80. 85mph speedo.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 3, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    HELP! Wiring issue.

    I had sent you a PM. I have both wiring diagrams, 82 & 83 XJ750. Most every connection would be made up in the headlight bucket so you wont see...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Dec 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Yeeee Haw! look what I just won on Fle-Bay

    Nice Score. This Summer I got one like it on my 81XS11 Venturer, Only difference is the weather enclosure. The Pyle Radio($32)was a cheap fit for...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    HELP! Wiring issue.

    You going to have a few things that aren't used on the round gauges. Like the stand, brake, batt, head, tail, fuel wiring for the warning lights....
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Can't seem to find a link to buy MINI Bosch Relays

    I buy my fuse blocks from these folks which also carry relays: delcity.net/
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 28, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Anybody in the Metro Detroit area need a project?

    Probably this 82 XJ750
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 24, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  35. rpgoerlich
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    5w30 or 20w50?

    Sounds like a starter clutch problem and the oil might be a contributing factor...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. rpgoerlich
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    starter clutch or not?

    That or a broken starter clutch spring or two... I'd try changing the oil first before I cracked the cases. Your starter hanging might be...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 15, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    quick clutch Q

    A few years ago I tried the washer under the spring on a CB900F. Seemed to work ok, but the springs were still weak and I ended up replacing them...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 15, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. rpgoerlich
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    Key mechanism, I am about to give up!

    Kinda hard to troubleshoot without seeing how far you took it apart. Did you remove the piece that holds the wafers/springs where the key goes in?
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    quick clutch Q

    Maybe the actuator didn't get re-installed in the correct position? Where'd ya install the extra washers? On top or bottom of the springs? I...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Colortune conundrum with Mikuni BS34 Carbs

    If they were tightened down hard, The pilot screw tips may be broke off and stuck in the carb body. If so, any adjustment you make wont change...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Nov 13, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    ANOTHER Maxim Atari Cluster (Red) LED upgrade - PICS

    Re: ANOTHER Maxim Atari Cluster disassembly & LED upgrade - Looks good. There's nothing on the bottom right of the speedo except 85mph! Lol...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 31, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Anyone have a used colortune for sale cheap?

    I don't remember seeing an 18mm. Only 10, 12 and 14mm.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 31, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    MUST Have Tools For An XJ-Bike Toolbox -- The List

    Since your talking about on the road, Need to grab a ratchet strap to set the tire bead if it breaks. Richard
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 31, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone have a used colortune for sale cheap?

    It's a 14mm which is correct. Richard
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 31, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    a 'Wing and a prayer

    I really like the 1500 better than the 1200 for obvious reasons you've already found! The 6cyl, Carbs and Reverse. Been looking at a few myself....
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 31, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    what would you pay for this???

    Looks like an 80/81 XS11 Midnight Special with a fair amount of rust on the forks, headlight ears, frame, headers & tank. Pick-up coil cover looks...
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Can not remove shifter cover.

    I popped mine a few times with a rubber hammer and it came loose.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. rpgoerlich
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    no title- HELP!

    Sounds like it's outside of the US with the "330.00 quid." purchase price.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 20, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Engine miss at 3000 rpm for first 20 mins of running XJ650

    Re: Engine miss at 3000 rpm for first 20 mins of running XJ6 Pull the plugs and replace them.
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 12, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Misc Parts, yours for the shipping

    Pm's sent
    Post by: rpgoerlich, Oct 5, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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