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  1. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    sorry its taken so long to post an update guys me and my wife had our third child and i have started taking classes for HVAC so i have not had...
    Post by: dillion, Sep 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. dillion
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    82 XJ550 Part Out

    how much are you asking is it rusted on the inside? any leaks?
    Post by: dillion, Aug 2, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. dillion
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    82 XJ550 Part Out

    still have the tank?
    Post by: dillion, Aug 1, 2015 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    Sweet i just picked up some at Walmart and as for the leak in my tank luckily i have a second one i just have to derust it its filled and in the...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 27, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    this one heavy duty diesel oil?
    Post by: dillion, Jul 27, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    when i go get the oil for my bike what kind should i pick up is car oil and motorcycle oil the same i need SAE 20W/40 SE also dose anyone know...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 26, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    that was one of the first things i did and i got rid of the surface rust that was in the tank and threw an inline filter in with some new gas...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 26, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    ok guys i went and checked out the shop and got the shims i needed for 5 bucks a pop all the valves are in spec now and the bike is up and running...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 26, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    is there anywhere i can buy these valve shims? the dealer said the number 70 shim i need has been discontinued and he had one that i need but its...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    gaskets look to be in good shape actually which was a bit of a surprise any set of calipers will do the job? i was checking what shins i will...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 16, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    ok i finally got the hang of getting the shims out i only checked the ones that were out of spec for fear of breaking off another plastic zip tie...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    ok i rechecked the clearances how you described i finaly got the first exhaust shim out and now the clearance is way off of what i had first...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    i was able to get one of the plastic pieces out but there is still a piece in there which i cant see stuck my shopvac to the hole but nothing i...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    ok now i f***ed my self part of my zip tie snapped off in the cylinder any tips on getting it out i can see it in there maybe take the whole thing...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    i bought the feller gauge you sent a link to in a previous reply and i will try a clean magnet tomorrow and report back on what happens
    Post by: dillion, Jul 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    well i tried a different shim and got it to pop up but couldn't get it out are they usually a struggle to get out? i started to get frustrated so...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    i might have to go buy some wire i stick the zip tie in there and when i turn the valves i can feel it grab the zip tie and hold it there then...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    i got the cover off last night and this morning i checked the clearances but im having a problem removing the shims with the zip tie any...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 13, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    ok guys i was getting ready to check the valves and found a few horrific things so far the fist pic is from the right side of the bike "if your...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    i just got the valve clearance tool and oil filter in the mail should i wait to change the oil after i get all of the valves in check or dose it...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 12, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    awesome i will take a look and order some new stuff my techo meter is not working i had planed on changing that and the spedo out should i do...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    how are you guys? so i have the valve clearance tool kmoe recommend coming in the mail along with a new oil filter i just finished cleaning out...
    Post by: dillion, Jul 10, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. dillion
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    Ways to mount solo bobber seats

    post some pics guys i will be doing this in the future
    Post by: dillion, Jul 3, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    the previous owner said he had tuned up last year so maybe i dont need to buy new rubber for the oil filter housing only 1 way to find out and...
    Post by: dillion, Jun 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    [ATTACH] i think i read somewhere that the big fins should be on the top
    Post by: dillion, Jun 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    thanks k moe that helped a lot so here is the plan for next weekend check valve clearances check valve cover gasket hopefully its still good it...
    Post by: dillion, Jun 22, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    also I'm just assuming that the intake is on the side where the carbs are attached and the exhaust side is on the font of the bike where the...
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    I'm going to head to auto zone around the block and see if they have a set of smaller ones i need them them to be "example" 0.00 not .00 correct
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    [ATTACH] thats what the numbers are my clymer book says my clearance should be 0.16-0.20 mm for the exhaust valve and 0.11-0.15 mm for the...
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    picked this up for 6 bucks what is the reason for the different metals[ATTACH]
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    or dose it have to be between 0.04mm to 1 mm i might check out an oreilly auto parts on my way home
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    http://m.harborfreight.com/32-piece-sae-metric-feeler-gauge-32214.html think these will work?
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    no the feeler gauge to determine if the right size shim is in there
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    I'm about on the same level as my bike is compared to him and his bike haha but all jokes aside where can i get the little tool to complete the...
    Post by: dillion, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  35. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    this is the bike those were just the direction i want to take this project
    Post by: dillion, Jun 16, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    thanks k-moe added to the list
    Post by: dillion, Jun 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. dillion
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    first time build 82 j550 maxim

    picked up this 82 xj maxim 550 with 10k miles for 250 bucks was not running but after a carb clean it started right up the guy even bought a new...
    Thread by: dillion, Jun 15, 2015, 73 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. dillion
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    just got an 82 xj 550 its leaking gas i found where its coming from not sure how to resolve it

    thanks for taking a look i just picked up an 82 xj550 with 10k on it for 250 bucks the carbs are leaking a small amount of gas (probably the float...
    Thread by: dillion, May 25, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    looking at an 82 maxim xj550

    I'm looking at an 82 maxim xj 550 with 95k miles a little back story the guy is asking 350 he said it runs just needs a new battery which he has...
    Thread by: dillion, May 21, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. dillion
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    looking to get my first xj550 for my first project

    what do you think shoot for 250 settle for 350
    Post by: dillion, May 18, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. dillion
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    looking to get my first xj550 for my first project

    what do you think about the miles 95k seems like a lot
    Post by: dillion, May 18, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. dillion
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    looking to get my first xj550 for my first project

    hi guys new to this site i ave been looking into getting my first project i will be new to motorcycle projects but not new to riding i had a...
    Thread by: dillion, May 18, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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