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  1. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    ?
    Post by: robawf, Mar 18, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    And further more.... Go f*** yourself
    Post by: robawf, Mar 18, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. robawf
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    I have decided to not be part of this forum any longer. I was offered a price to sell my bike...

    I have decided to not be part of this forum any longer. I was offered a price to sell my bike that I couldn't refuse. I no longer have an XJ...
    Profile Post by robawf for SnoSheriff, Mar 18, 2017
  4. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    First off, this thread isn't mine. If you want to comment on my efforts or my attempts to be part of this forum, I'm all ears. The correct way to...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 18, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    Take a closer look, there is a ripple in the tarp that it's parked on. It does look kind of flat to the untrained eye IMO.
    Post by: robawf, Mar 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    I now return this thread and it's topic back to its original poster.....
    Post by: robawf, Mar 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    * the forks from the GSX650 are 35mm so the factory upper and lower triples are used in the stock configuration.
    Post by: robawf, Mar 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    Troublemaker....
    Post by: robawf, Mar 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    Shopping List Deluxe: -Rear sets and handle bars fabricated. -Fuse box upgrade. -Factory seat reshaped, width thinned almost 3", and...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    After rereading this thread some clarity definitely is needed. The pictures of the bike I posted are from my image collection of modified XJs...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    I agree with Simmy post regarding the axle position on the forks. If it's a Seca, stick with original the axle configuration. The leading axle set...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    I swapped the triples and all the entire front end pieces. Those are the Seca rims pictured above. There is just enough material on the 550...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. robawf
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    550 Seca with a 750 Front End?

    Here are a couple of pictures of a bike with the swap your considering. It's a simple bolt on operation for the most part with all the right parts...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. robawf
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    Bleeding front brake FYI

    We have similar "luck mojo" characteristics, chin up. I only whack my calipers with rubber mallets of the dead blow variety to be on the safe...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 13, 2017 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  15. robawf
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    Fuel Tank liner(?) issues on new shiny '82 XJ750 Maxim

    You'll be happy with the Castwell tank liner. Its quality stuff and wont break down like that stuff you found in your tank. My advice when appling...
    Post by: robawf, Mar 13, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. robawf
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    Bleeding front brake FYI

    My experience bleeding the front brakes: This past weekend I recieved two kits to rebuild my front brake calipers that had been acting up. I have...
    Thread by: robawf, Mar 7, 2017, 11 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  17. robawf
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    Lithium Ion Battery

    +++ 2 on the battery tenders.....All my stuff that might sit for an extended period as its own designated tender. No suprises when I want...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. robawf
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    Lithium Ion Battery

    I've had better luck with AGM batteries in my XJ. I use a slightly larger CCA battery that puts out 195 CCA, got it from Batteries Plus. It fits...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. robawf
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    Leaky fuel tank

    Sand blasting seems to provide an excellent surface prep to provide the "tooth" for the sealer adhere correctly. And, yes , it is possible to...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. robawf
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    Leaky fuel tank

    Caswells Epoxy Tank Sealer is by far superior to any other product of this type. I know this by way of the "school of hard knocks". I've had...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. robawf
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    Swinging arm identification

    Heres one on a ZRX 1200 [ATTACH]
    Post by: robawf, Feb 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. robawf
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    Swinging arm identification

    Sorry, I had "550" on my mind. They actually are off of the ZR 750-1100 Zephyrs and also the ZRX model Kawasaki bikes. They are generally sent in...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. robawf
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    Swinging arm identification

    Tooanybikes was close with his guess! Its off of a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr ZR 550. Its a common swap accross the pond to swap them on XJ400/550 Seca...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 21, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. robawf
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    relocating choke

    I remembered that I did end up welding the control rod to the lever. As it sits from the factory; its a press fit configuration which becomes...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. robawf
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    relocating choke

    It's nothing fancy, real simple. I used a 1/4-20 aluminum thumb screw, a spring and a cut down thread protector. All found in my bottomless junk...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 17, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. robawf
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    relocating choke

    It just so happens that I have my carbs off the bike right now disassembled. I'm putting them back together tomorrow. That would be the opportune...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. robawf
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    The other bikes I've fell into

    I purchased a few things from RYCA. I converted from belt to chain drive using their swap kit. I copied their seat pan design also. I did see the...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 8, 2017 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  28. robawf
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    Idle issue

    I don't know why I typed "British bikes" when they are "German style clamps". I was looking at Thruxtons last weekend. I don't know.....
    Post by: robawf, Feb 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. robawf
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    Idle issue

    [ATTACH] I ordered mine from a place called Speedmotoco. The actual name is "9mm German style band clamps SS". I know they are just hose clamps...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. robawf
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    Idle issue

    I had a similar experience with idle fluctuation. After attending "church" and replacing the carb holder boots I still had problems syncing then...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    If you Google "RFY shock rebuild" there are several different spins that have been posted explaining the process and results. If you have...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    They are debadged 13.0" RFY shocks off of Ebay. I paid like $85.00 for them. They come from Japan/China/ HK so shipping can take a few weeks....
    Post by: robawf, Feb 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    The mufflers are 16"Emgo reverse cones that I packed with SS wool. SS wool lasts much longer than the fiberglass packing that a lot of exhaust...
    Post by: robawf, Feb 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. robawf
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    The other bikes I've fell into

    My XJ is my favorite bike, hands down. In the past several years I've came across these other two contraptions and have had a blast wrenching...
    Thread by: robawf, Jan 7, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  35. robawf
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    relocating choke

    I ditched the cable completely and put a spring loaded thumb knob on the existing linkage arm. I welded the cable connection up, ground it flush...
    Post by: robawf, Jan 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    After thinking about it long and hard, I decided to go back to my semi stock 4-2 setup. Why f*** with something that works just fine? So my "new...
    Post by: robawf, Jan 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    I noticed the two outer and the two inner plugs showed the same results upon inspecting them. I have a set of #115 and #117.5 jets that I might...
    Post by: robawf, Jan 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    Your clairvoyant..... Good call! After my second spirited ride this afternoon, my curiosity got the better of me so I pulled the plugs. Too mucho...
    Post by: robawf, Jan 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. Showcase Item

    Red Bike

    Built not bought, $500 Craigslist find with 8000 miles. One owner.
    Posted by: robawf, Jan 1, 2017 in category: XJ Garage
  40. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    Sounds great, not obnoxious one bit but healthy exhaust note when you goose it. There's no flat spots accross the throttle range so I'm not going...
    Post by: robawf, Jan 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  41. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    Whatever back-pressure that is provided based on how the system is built that doesnt cancel out any low end torque, create flat spots during...
    Post by: robawf, Dec 7, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  42. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    Awaiting an 18 degree ss mandel bend to make it happen. I didn't like the length of the of the 18" quiet core muffler from Cone Engineering. Way...
    Post by: robawf, Dec 6, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  43. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    I definitely am not an XJ purist. Bone stock from the factory is reliable, sensible and looks great. It just doesn't work for me.
    Post by: robawf, Dec 6, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. robawf
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    Pickup coil interchange

    They were the individual pick-ups taken off the backing plate with no cover. Found them in Tacoma, WA. 20 minutes away.
    Post by: robawf, Nov 11, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. robawf
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    Pickup coil interchange

    Thank you for the kind offer. I scored a set from Craigslist locally for $20.00 prior to seeing your post. Got them home, installed, on the road...
    Post by: robawf, Nov 10, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    So I did a bunch of research, crossed my fingers and basically said "f$&% it. I purchased a set of stainless headers for my 1982 XJ550 Seca. They...
    Thread by: robawf, Nov 10, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    Oh.... they did cost a little bit more, not to mention the shipping cost, but I wanted them. I'm glad I took the gamble!
    Post by: robawf, Nov 10, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  48. robawf
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    Stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust

    So I did a bunch of research, crossed my fingers and basically said "f$&% it. I purchased a set of stainless headers for my 1982 XJ550 Seca. They...
    Thread by: robawf, Nov 10, 2016, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  49. robawf
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    Pickup coil interchange

    I have a 1982 xj550 seca with an open pickup coil. What other model bikes share the same pickup coil set up as mine?
    Thread by: robawf, Nov 9, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. robawf
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    No horn,neutral light,brake light, led turn signals.

    Ended up finding multiple splices though out the wiring harness, no bueno. To circumvent this issue a new wiring harness was made. I ended up...
    Post by: robawf, Nov 8, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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