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  1. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    Well boys and girls, I went as far as I could before parting the the XJ550. I bobbed the back, used the old sprocket for a frame brace. After...
    Post by: Chester, Sep 5, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Chester
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    Will these builtwell tracker 1' bars work?

    Ivana92, here is a choice that I went with. Showing the tall original against the new flat. I took the chrome finish too.[ATTACH]
    Post by: Chester, Jun 17, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. Chester
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    550 Seca build

    How do you like your 4 in 1 exhaust? I want one and I want one that sounds mean. Thanks! What brand do you have?
    Post by: Chester, May 29, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    I disabled all of the small parts from the bottom of the switch housing. I was really really careful not to lose any solder joints. I used a...
    Post by: Chester, May 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    Well said
    Post by: Chester, May 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    Thank you kmoe. I hate riding in the rain.
    Post by: Chester, May 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    Thanks Skwerly!
    Post by: Chester, May 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] So here are a few photos of how we have been able to move along... Mockup for future bar choice...notice the stripped...
    Post by: Chester, May 9, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    My soldering expert was able to reattach the three wires to the switch slide plate. It took us two tries. The angle of the wires have to be just...
    Post by: Chester, Apr 7, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    I do have a pal who repairs sprinkler timers and commercial Christmas lights. He would be my first choice on a REALLY skilled solder person....
    Post by: Chester, Mar 31, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    Chacal, I tore apart my turn signal switch. I went slow and careful. There are many small parts. I did get a wink or two from the RH blinkers! I...
    Post by: Chester, Mar 31, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    Thank you Joris. Tomorrow night I have a few minutes. I will check the status of the switch height.
    Post by: Chester, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    Thank you pilotsmack! Since replacing the fuse box. I have an additional miracle. The brake light works when the front brake lever is pulled!...
    Post by: Chester, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    You think the sprocket is dry, you should see the old chain! Bad PO. The bike has not run for a year I am told. I will fiddle with the switch and...
    Post by: Chester, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    I picked up a blade type fuse holder and was able to install it today. Not quite as nice a fit as the experts but seemed to fit together ok. I was...
    Post by: Chester, Mar 28, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Electrical challenges.

    Nice thread. The fellow I procured the bike from was not a very good owner. As I dig deeper there are a few "What were they thinking" moments. The...
    Post by: Chester, Mar 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Electrical challenges.

    Yes. The fuse box is original. Thank you Mr. k-moe. I will try your suggestions. I appreciate you help!
    Post by: Chester, Mar 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Chester
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    Electrical challenges.

    I picked up a 81 XJ 550 Seca. Cleaned the carbs, new battery, new plugs, changed oil, checked fuses etc. Replaced a damaged end cap on the...
    Thread by: Chester, Mar 18, 2015, 49 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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