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  1. Dark-Farmer
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    Ignition Coil Measurements Replace or not?

    So I have checking my ignition coils yesterday and the primary test measured 2.8 ohms and 2.9 ohms. As per the thread I found on here should be...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, May 31, 2024, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Dark-Farmer
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    Where to Find Spark Plug Caps

    I'm having a hard time sourcing spark plug caps. It sort of seems NGK have discontinued them. Any one have ideas? Also I was thinking of going...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, May 19, 2024, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    So I order the clip package you posted on Amazon. Won't get it till July 23rd .... Oh well I know it's the right thing. So I put the regulator I...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 12, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    This feels like my best bet currently. https://www.amazon.ca/Glarks-Electrical-Automotive-Connector-Motorcycle/dp/B07Y51MXQ5?th=1 Opinions? If I...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 7, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    Nevermind looking closer it's a little different. Still might be a good replacement.
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 7, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    Battery order. My local battery shop just sold the last matching battery, my luck. Should have it in a few days though. That kit isn't available...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 7, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    Ok Gentlemen I have the regulator in hand, getting the battery tomorrow. I sourced a clip from a local auto parts store. It's a Deutsch clip. I'm...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 6, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    Awesome thanks 78, you've been super helpful!! I'll get moving on this stuff and update with results, hopefully soon.
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 5, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    So I'm starting to think you're describing some of my issues. I went to go do some of the tests you said, but my battery (which was on my charger)...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 5, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    ----Sorry for the delay I, busy with home renovations and didn't have time till now---- For the first test (12.5) what do you mean "power on" Key...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 5, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    XJ550H the regulator is $50 Canadian, so probably closer to $40 USD haha, maybe that's sounds better. ----update---- So I think there is more to...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 2, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    I haven't started my repair yet, just getting my ducks on a row first. I do have a lead on a used regulator at a local bike scrap yard for $50. At...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 2, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    The bike side it definitely melted. The regulator side has a bit of browning, but not really melted.
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 1, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    This is the regulator. I doubt you can notice a failed one visionally though.
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 1, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    So leave the regulator in and just replace the connector? Think the connector on the regulator is ok? And just change the knarly looking one in...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 1, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    Yeah I didn't take a pic of the regulator. I did take a pic of the TCI cause I want to get confirmation it looked fine. The regulator basically...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 30, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Dark-Farmer
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    Electrical Problem Suspect Voltage Regulator

    Hi Guys My 82 XJ650 left me stranded in a parking lot the other day. On literally the hottest day on record in 70+ years ...... 42 degree C (110f...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 30, 2021, 30 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Dark-Farmer
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    Ok to Lay Bike on it's Side?

    Like I said I know nothing about welding. But from what I was able to digest is that the weld did not fail, the metal broke where is was stressed...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, May 16, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Dark-Farmer
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    Ok to Lay Bike on it's Side?

    So I ended up getting it welded today. We ended up taking the tank off and draining the carbs and leaning it to an almost 45 degree angle so he...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, May 15, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Dark-Farmer
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    Ok to Lay Bike on it's Side?

    I have been. I like the kickstand a lot better. I read the "tricks" for the centre stand on here cause I was having a tough time with it....
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, May 13, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Dark-Farmer
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    Ok to Lay Bike on it's Side?

    I know nothing about welding .... That's why I'm looking for someone for this job. Funny it lasted so long. I've owned the bike for at least 7...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, May 13, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Dark-Farmer
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    Ok to Lay Bike on it's Side?

    Thanks for all the advice guys. It seems like the welder will be able to it without tipping it. It didn't look very rusty to me, I'll post a pic....
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, May 13, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Dark-Farmer
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    Ok to Lay Bike on it's Side?

    Hey Guys Was hoping to get opinions if it's a bad idea to lay my bike on it's side? (it's an 82 XJ650 Maxim) My kickstand broke the other day...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, May 12, 2021, 31 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Dark-Farmer
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    Seat Pan & Seat Cover Replacement

    Nuts, but I figured as much. Found a seat for a 550 .... so close.
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 9, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Dark-Farmer
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    Seat Pan & Seat Cover Replacement

    Does the 550 have a different seat? or are they the same?
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 9, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Dark-Farmer
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    Seat Pan & Seat Cover Replacement

    Well I dont really know what to do ... I think my best option might be to source an original seat that needs a cover and and use the new cover...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 8, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Dark-Farmer
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    Seat Pan & Seat Cover Replacement

    A little worried now cause I bought a replacement cover from The Mac fellow on Ebay after a few positive reviews. Now I'm not so sure it'll fit...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 8, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Dark-Farmer
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    Seat Pan & Seat Cover Replacement

    From my reading here I gathered most of the seat pans were fiberglass. Mine is for sure metal, I stuck a magnet against it and it sticks. (bike is...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 8, 2019, 20 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Dark-Farmer
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    Anyone Able to Find Aftermarket Footpegs? (XJ650)

    On those types of sites usually shipping to Canada can be just as much as the item (sometimes more) Plus add the almost 30% for our lower value...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, May 6, 2019 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. Dark-Farmer
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    Anyone Able to Find Aftermarket Footpegs? (XJ650)

    Has anyone been able to find any decent and affordable aftermarket footpegs? I'm in Canada so shipping and exchange is brutal. I'd like to be...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, May 6, 2019, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. Dark-Farmer
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    Valve Clearances Question

    Yeah that's the thread i've been using. Very well done thread. I meant up a size, don't know why I put down a size ... Thanks for the response!
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Apr 19, 2019 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Dark-Farmer
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    Valve Clearances Question

    Just finished measuring all my valve clearances. They are as follows: 1= exhaust = 0.203mm intake=0.152mm 2= exhaust = 0.203mm intake=0.152mm 3=...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, Apr 19, 2019, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    I got her all back together! Everything seems to be working well, and she fired up fairly good considering everything was sitting for a month and...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 7, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    k guys cases sealed. Working away cleaning gasket surfaces. for the gaskets (particularing the oil sump) what do you guys recommend for treatment...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jul 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    Awesome Thanks for the response K-Moe! So just so I got this right, do a very thin bead and the let the case meeting spread it out a bit ? Or...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 30, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    I have been back at it recently. I split the cases and got the new primary guide in and am ready to re-seal the cases. I am still unsure of how...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 30, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    Alrighty. this project is already taking a lot longer than I thought so I may as well do that too while I'm at it. I'll refer to the factory...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    Ive been mostly using the Haynes manual. I have the service manual too though. The Haynes manual does describe to Remove the alternator, but since...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    Ok guys I'm back at it today. Here come a couple newbie questions. I didn't remove the alternator , I think that was a mistake. Should I remove...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    Anyone know if the clutch has to come apart with the "cheat" method of replacing the primary chain guard?
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    Ok well I'll inspect it for excessive wear but will most likely leave it. Thanks appreciate the help!!
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    So can you replace it without removing the head or cylinders? I ordered the parts from Chacal and I ordered a chain. But not sure if I got all...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Dark-Farmer
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    Transmission Issue

    Sorry if I'm hijacking the thread k-moe I was just about to embark on replacing my primary chain guard. I found a piece of plastic in the...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Dark-Farmer
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    A Tale of Two Broken Clutch Cables

    Lube is the only thing I didn't really do. That could have been my mistake. The unit I bought came as a cable and housing all together already...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, May 5, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. Dark-Farmer
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    A Tale of Two Broken Clutch Cables

    I have a clutch cable break on my XJ650 about almost a year ago, maybe a bit less. Had no idea how old it was so I got a new one and replaced it....
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, May 4, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. Dark-Farmer
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    Uhhg Killled My Battery

    Well Good news is it came back to life. It was on the charger for like 4 or 5 hours before I went to sleep and it was not done yet. It was done...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 23, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. Dark-Farmer
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    Uhhg Killled My Battery

    My ignition wasn't the greatest, and some one also took a screw driver to it recently and I haven't had the opportunity to fix it. I am able to...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 21, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. Dark-Farmer
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    "problem" with ignition/main switch

    The problem is some A hole tried to steal my bike, I guess. I also take it he wasn't very successful. Hard to believe a criminal would be...
    Thread by: Dark-Farmer, Jun 11, 2014, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. Dark-Farmer
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    What is your favorite BEER!?

    Soooo many to choose from. I love my micro brews. I usually choose local. My absolute favorite is a fruity well hopped IPA from light house...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Nov 19, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. Dark-Farmer
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    crash and or wrecks

    Got to be careful man. Recently I went down on my bike, going fairly slow ie maybe 10km/h I did a little tumble over the right side of the...
    Post by: Dark-Farmer, Oct 9, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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