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  1. Gunbunny
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    Water in Engine

    Soak it in ammonia. Likely, there is a copper base plate that the chrome is adhering to. Ammonia is a natural copper solvent. Trust me,...
    Post by: Gunbunny, May 29, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Gunbunny
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    82 yamaha xj550 maxim parts for sell

    How much would you be looking to get for the oil pan only? I already have the oil sensor.
    Post by: Gunbunny, May 11, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. Gunbunny
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    this guy told me he reved one of these motors to 16k rpm

    Wow, nice way for this dickhead to freewheel that engine. Cracking the throttle open while under load is 100% OK. In neutral? Eh......
    Post by: Gunbunny, May 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Gunbunny
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    82 yamaha xj550 maxim parts for sell

    Looking for an oil pan if you have it, provided it's not cracked or otherwise mangled. :)
    Post by: Gunbunny, May 11, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. Gunbunny
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    Miscellaneous XJ550 stuff for sale/trade:

    I have the grab bar, but that's staying on the bike for the time being.
    Post by: Gunbunny, May 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  6. Gunbunny
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    Miscellaneous XJ550 stuff for sale/trade:

    Forum members get first dibs (as in, if you buy, I will cancel the auction if the item happens to be on fleabay, regardless of what the bid may be...
    Thread by: Gunbunny, May 9, 2014, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  7. Gunbunny
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    WTB - Looking For 550 Fuse Box Plastic

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/171324135451?ss ... 1558.l2649 Here's mine, $15 shipped via USPS priority flat-rate if you want it. Everything you...
    Post by: Gunbunny, May 8, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. Gunbunny
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    Fuel Tank Dents, filler

    Bondo is love, bondo is life. Sand it all the way down, clean with acetone for good effect, and then lay the bondo on thick. Sand, contour,...
    Post by: Gunbunny, May 3, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. Gunbunny
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    Beefing up my 650 engine

    This guy right here
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 29, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. Gunbunny
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    new bike suggestions needed

    You really need a CBR1100, it's a good bike to move on from a 550, because it's like two 550's bundled into one convenient package! :wink:...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 25, 2014 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  11. Gunbunny
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    head job or welding hairline top-end crack?

    Pull the head, and if you know someone that knows how to braze, they'll be able to take care of you. Aluminum is a pain in the ASS to weld, so...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Gunbunny
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    head job or welding hairline top-end crack?

    titanium is a pain in the ass to work with any way you go about it.
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Gunbunny
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    head job or welding hairline top-end crack?

    I'm not sure if clear silicone is really going to hold up to heat & pressure. OP said he was feeling stuff sprayed onto his leg.
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 23, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Gunbunny
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    head job or welding hairline top-end crack?

    It really depends on how long the crack goes on for. If it's just a tiny little split, I'd say drill out the end of the crack, braze it up,...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 22, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Gunbunny
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    Aftermarket coils?

    Anyone? I'd debating between dynacoils (whichever compatible model), or these provided they fit. At the price point, it seems like a...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 17, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Gunbunny
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    Input on used 82 Goldwing

    I seriously want a Gold Wing that I can strip down & turn into something. The one I rode was a later model 1800. I'm convinced that the...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 15, 2014 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  17. Gunbunny
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    $350 price on a nice project Seca in MN

    Definitely worth taking a look at. Get in your car/truck/XJ & GO LOOK!!! :D
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 14, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  18. Gunbunny
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    Hackneyed wiring

    [img] Also, what the hell are these two wires? One's brown, and then the other one is light brown/pink? Above that, is the flasher relay I...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 12, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Gunbunny
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    Hackneyed wiring

    [img] Here's one photo, hopefully the other one uploads from my dumb phone in a bit.
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 12, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Aftermarket coils?

    http://www.amazon.com/ACCEL-140403-Univ ... 0WXJ28WMAG Anybody know if these little guys would work on a 550? I figure it's a halfway decent...
    Thread by: Gunbunny, Apr 12, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Gunbunny
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    2014 XJ 650 RETRO BUILD

    Had a rubber hose on my Sportster pop a year after I got it. Thankfully, I was pulling out of the driveway at 5-ish mph when it happened. At...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 12, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. Gunbunny
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    I CRASHED!

    From what it sounds like, you really need to sue the driver/owner of the van for everything you can get if it's really their fault. People do...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 11, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. Gunbunny
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    What to do about a crack in my frame

    Provided that you are competent with a stick or MIG unit, I'd recommend dremeling out the crack to clean up the thinnest parts (at the split,...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Gunbunny
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    WTB XJ550 Oil pan:

    Crap! How bad is the crack? If not terrible, I'm handy at brazing...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 11, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  25. Gunbunny
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    2014 XJ 650 RETRO BUILD

    My lines are all steel with bronze fittings
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 10, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. Gunbunny
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    Hackneyed wiring

    :evil: Ok, sooo... there are a few little wiring issues I think I have run into (of which, I don't happen to have a wiring diagram handy), and...
    Thread by: Gunbunny, Apr 10, 2014, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Gunbunny
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    How much does your XJ750 dive?

    The last time I saw a bike dropped into a large body of water, it dove straight to the bottom. :wink:
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 10, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Gunbunny
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    WTB XJ550 Oil pan:

    Let me think about this, I have spare parts kicking around that you might be able to use? I currently need another throttle cable, as mine...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  29. Gunbunny
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    First Motorcycle Trip from Grand Rapids, MI to Missoula, MT

    Re: First Motorcycle Trip from Grand Rapids, MI to Missoula, Welcome aboard RevRider, How long have you been riding for? If you're new to...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 9, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. Gunbunny
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    WTB XJ550 Oil pan:

    Bump? Good way for me to put a couple bucks in someone's pocket. That way you can go buy more XJ parts. :wink:
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 9, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  31. Gunbunny
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    idle trouble, smoke and water

    Burning oil could either be piston rings, valve guides & seals, etc. Chances are if your engine still has GREAT compression & still screams long,...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 9, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Gunbunny
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    Xj with subside shift images please.

    Get your bike running right, the brakes done, & check your suspension over (maybe replace the tires too if they're too old). Then, take an MSF...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 9, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Gunbunny
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    Xj with subside shift images please.

    This all day long. I guarantee that if this is your first bike & you try to run a suicide shifter, you will hopefully dump the bike pulling...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 9, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Gunbunny
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    Ignition Coil set for 80 - 81 XJ650

    Will these interchange with a 550 of the same year? Pics?
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  35. Gunbunny
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    Cracked oil pan

    Everything is still nice, slick, & shiny inside (as in, there's still a LOT of oil, and absolutely zero signs of corrosion). Cylinder walls are...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Gunbunny
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    Be The Bunny! Safe riding and motorcycle survival thread

    Re: Be The Bunny! Safe riding and motorcycle survival threa Looking back on the last 18 pages, It looks like everyone got pretty much 99% of the...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. Gunbunny
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    WTB XJ550 Oil pan:

    Looking for an oil pan that will fit an '81 XJ550. Would rather give the money to someone around here rather than scour ebay. Thanks, -Gunbunny.
    Thread by: Gunbunny, Apr 8, 2014, 9 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  38. Gunbunny
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    My Seat Recovery Project

    So... a smaller, more agile bike is going to be for girls & girls exclusively?
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. Gunbunny
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    Cracked oil pan

    Fitz, I'm going to take it that you're right (and I can see this happening). I can also see the ice issue as well, as the PO left the bike out...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 8, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Gunbunny
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    Cracked oil pan

    I'm very confident the pan was never off of the bike. The screws were all super, super tight in there, and never appeared to have been touched...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Gunbunny
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    I just don't get it

    I'll be the first one to say that there's nothing really like a Harley. There's a personality there that no other bike really has. At the same...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Gunbunny
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    WTB/WTT Running XJ550 engine.

    Hint hint, I have guns, ammunition, reloading supplies, etc. that I would gladly trade if interested. Mass gun sales must go through a Mass...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 7, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  43. Gunbunny
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    Cracked oil pan

    Mechanical stuff I'm 100% A-OK doing. It's just when I find this kind of stuff that I freak out & try to figure out how it happened. I'll dig...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Gunbunny
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    I just don't get it

    That made me sick. Coming from someone who owns a Harley, I'm pretty sure the reason these asses destroyed this perfectly good bike is because...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cracked oil pan

    Phew, $20 I can live with. I was expecting more like $100-$200 with my luck. Took the clutch cover off, couldn't find a friggin' thing....
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Gunbunny
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    Cracked oil pan

    I'm as confused about it as you are. I'm wondering if there was a catastrophic failure somewhere, or if it was the PO being a retard & doing...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cracked oil pan

    Engine turns over 100% A-OK. Starter works, and it's getting 130-ish PSI per cylinder. I'm just glad I caught this before I dumped a ton of...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Gunbunny
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    900 and 750 For Sale. I'm selling everything!

    Rick, how much are you looking to get for the 750? Have the brakes, suspension, etc. (all running gear) been gone over? Valve shims? I'm in...
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  49. Gunbunny
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    Cracked oil pan

    I doubt that's the case, as there's no scratches whatsoever on the bottom of the pan itself (and the cracks are pushed down towards the ground)....
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Gunbunny
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    Cracked oil pan

    [img] Here it is. It goes almost all of the way around. No internal or external scuffing to be found.
    Post by: Gunbunny, Apr 6, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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