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  1. stew
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    rattling starter

    You and me both bud,looked into how to strip it down it looks like a pure headache man. especially in my cold garage in November! : )
    Post by: stew, Nov 5, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. stew
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    rattling starter

    Noticed today the starter clutch only rattles when the engine is hot if i leave it for 20 mins and try again it starts up no problem any thoughts??
    Post by: stew, Nov 5, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. stew
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    rattling starter

    It's only a month old and I done a quick test with my volt meter and its holding its charge
    Post by: stew, Nov 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. stew
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    rattling starter

    Do you think that there will be any of the synthetic oil still left in the engine after 2 oil changes?
    Post by: stew, Nov 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. stew
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    rattling starter

    I have ordered some seafoam is it the same with that? This would be the third oil change.
    Post by: stew, Nov 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. stew
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    rattling starter

    I have ordered some seafoam is it the same with that? This would be the third oil change.
    Post by: stew, Nov 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. stew
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    rattling starter

    Do i have to drain the engine oil before i do this?
    Post by: stew, Nov 1, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. stew
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    rattling starter

    I'll give it a go,thanks for the advice pal : )
    Post by: stew, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. stew
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    rattling starter

    i def dont want to spilt the case,its weird how it only started to happen after putting synthetic oil in the engine.
    Post by: stew, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. stew
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    rattling starter

    i can only find one drain plug if i removed the starter motor is there any products i can spray in that would clean any synthetic oil left on the...
    Post by: stew, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. stew
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    rattling starter

    Battery is all good ,is there any way of flushing the engine/cleaning all oil out completely without ripping engine apart?
    Post by: stew, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. stew
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    rattling starter

    Hi lads ever since stupidly putting synthetic oil in my 1982 xj750 i have had intermitent rattles when i start the bike but it has always...
    Thread by: stew, Oct 31, 2016, 24 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. stew
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    High revving

    Just on my phone, don't know about a hosting site? the file is an mp4 Are you guys on facebook as it uploaded there no problem.
    Post by: stew, Apr 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. stew
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    High revving

    Sorry boys can't seem to upload a video tried 3 times and I can't see it in the thread.
    Post by: stew, Apr 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. stew
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    High revving

    Hi lads this is a video with the ticking sound??
    Post by: stew, Apr 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. stew
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    High revving

    2 X XB05F-R NGK PLUG CAP 2 X LB05F-R NGK PLUG CAP 4 X BPR7ES NGK SPARK PLUG Are these right I bought of eBay as an xj750 1982 - 84 set.
    Post by: stew, Apr 13, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. stew
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    High revving

    2 X XB05F-R NGK PLUG CAP 2 X LB05F-R NGK PLUG CAP 4 X BPR7ES NGK SPARK PLUG This is what I have sold to me as xj750 set. Is this right?
    Post by: stew, Apr 13, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. stew
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    High revving

    This is what I'm using bought as an xj750 1982 -84 set is this what you have? 2 X XB05F-R NGK PLUG CAP 2 X LB05F-R NGK PLUG CAP 4 X BPR7ES NGK...
    Post by: stew, Apr 13, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. stew
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    High revving

    Any help wrong(or right) is welcome lads. Haha I will try and make a video of it. Would the exhaust cause noise like this? What plugs and caps do...
    Post by: stew, Apr 12, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. stew
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    High revving

    Tried your suggestions tick still there just on 4 even with a new spark plug. Would it have anything to do with the exhaust if not sealing properly?
    Post by: stew, Apr 11, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. stew
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    High revving

    Cheers pal i will try that tomorrow after work.
    Post by: stew, Apr 10, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. stew
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    High revving

    The 4th from the left cylinder has a ticking sound which goes away when spark plug cap is removed. Would that be anything to do with the valve shims?
    Post by: stew, Apr 10, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. stew
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    High revving

    I've read it but like it said in the title it's definitely overload especially for my tiny brain. I could do with printing it out so I can chill...
    Post by: stew, Apr 10, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. stew
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    High revving

    None! Haha Which one should I start with?
    Post by: stew, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. stew
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    High revving

    Hi lads I started a thread about my xj750 revving high you guys suggested replacing the gaskets on the boots between the carbs and engine this...
    Thread by: stew, Apr 9, 2016, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. stew
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    High revs sticking throttle.

    Haha I've learnt a lot of new swear words and made up a few of my own since starting this build. It normally comes out when a spanner slips and I...
    Post by: stew, Mar 25, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. stew
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    High revs sticking throttle.

    When I fit the carbs back into the boots should I apply anything to help stop air leaks between carbs and inlet boots?
    Post by: stew, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. stew
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    High revs sticking throttle.

    Cheers bud : )
    Post by: stew, Mar 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. stew
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    High revs sticking throttle.

    Thanks to everyone for the input I have ordered some from we moto they arrive tomorrow with some more bits n pieces that I needed (well more...
    Post by: stew, Mar 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. stew
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    High revs sticking throttle.

    Do any other models gaskets fit the 750 boots?
    Post by: stew, Mar 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. stew
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    bensalf's 4 year caferacer build

    There are some awesome bikong roads around here through all the mountain passes etc. Some great pubs aswell for that wee tipple which always helps...
    Post by: stew, Mar 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. stew
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    High revs sticking throttle.

    Hi bud tried yambits with no joy i will try and find a local yamaha dealer. Can the instant gasket in a tube be used with rubber?
    Post by: stew, Mar 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. stew
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    High revs sticking throttle.

    Hi lads having bother with high revs when engine warms up and I blip the throttle, after doing a spray test with wd40 I think I have sussed out it...
    Thread by: stew, Mar 19, 2016, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. stew
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    bensalf's 4 year caferacer build

    Aye,it is very nice I am right on the edge of the lake district national park with only a few houses dotted around snd 2 minutes walk from the...
    Post by: stew, Mar 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. stew
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    bensalf's 4 year caferacer build

    Hi lads another question did you use the original rubbers from the airbox to the carbs mine are a bit cream crackerd plus could do with being a...
    Post by: stew, Mar 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. stew
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    bensalf's 4 year caferacer build

    Cheers, this Is perfect for what I need for my trike as a full airbox won'tfit now. I love this kind of home engineering , can'twait to see what...
    Post by: stew, Mar 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. stew
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    bensalf's 4 year caferacer build

    Hi how did you attach the filter to the plate?
    Post by: stew, Mar 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. stew
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    1981 Yamaha XJ650 (H?) Maxim

    Hi I know this is an old thread but was this jockey shift ever made ad I have an xj 750 trike which I would like to put one on.
    Post by: stew, Nov 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. stew
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    xj750 ignitor

    I WANT THAT 700 ITS AWESOME!
    Post by: stew, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  40. stew
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    xj750 ignitor

    Nice man do you know if any of the other models ignitor will run my 750?,for example the 650 or 700.
    Post by: stew, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  41. stew
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    xj750 ignitor

    It's a reliant axle,custom frame and my trusty 82 xj750 front end with a Honda shadow 750 tank I'm thinking about replacing the cowl for a nice 7"...
    Post by: stew, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  42. stew
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    xj750 ignitor

    It's a bit rough around the edges but I've just rewired and renewed the pinion and bearings and after a little welding its getting a new black...
    Post by: stew, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  43. stew
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    xj750 ignitor

    This is my baby! Don't tell the wife she gets a bit jealous [ATTACH]
    Post by: stew, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  44. stew
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    xj750 ignitor

    Cheers Dave I just couldn't find a new one anywhere on the net there are loads on eBay etc but with no way of testing them I could be buying...
    Post by: stew, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  45. stew
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    xj750 ignitor

    Hi guys does anyone know where I can buy a new ignitor for my 82 xj750 trike? Cheers. Stew
    Thread by: stew, May 31, 2015, 12 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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