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  1. Ian Vanore
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    82' 750 Resurrection

    Just read through to this point - really enjoying the posts. Keep it up for us lurkers!
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Feb 9, 2020 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Ian Vanore
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    Hard to cold start

    Did you ever figure out what was causing this issue? I've always had serious trouble starting my cold xj650. I just found that my starter...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Nov 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Oooo Oooo Oooo how do I get mine to look like this? Also, aside from doing a full LED conversion are there any better lighting options with stock...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Nov 16, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Ian Vanore
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    CL Alert - Near Philadelphia 650 Special

    https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/mcy/d/xssh-yamaha/6213858729.html Looks pretty nice for a decent price. I'd buy it.
    Thread by: Ian Vanore, Jul 25, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I did this a while ago -- I was using my tank as the source. The set-up was less than ideal. I build a stand but in the future i'd probably...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Jun 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I don't know why people on this forum say "it's no problem". This process was maddening for me. I feel like every time I moved my clear plastic...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Jun 20, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Those are some damn clean carbs. How?
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Ian Vanore
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    What Lights Should be On?!

    I'm embarrassed to say but that was the first "refurb" purchase I made for the bike -- THANKS CHACAL!
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Ian Vanore
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    What Lights Should be On?!

    Nope -- lights aren't on so I'm going to assume all is okay -- short thread indeed. Thanks k-moe.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Ian Vanore
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    What Lights Should be On?!

    82' XJ650 -- You've helped me on so many problems I thought you'd have memorized it by now.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Ian Vanore
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    What Lights Should be On?!

    Okay -- now I'm loosing it because I can't remember what lights are supposed to be ON when bike is OFF/ON. Currently with bike OFF but key in ON...
    Thread by: Ian Vanore, May 28, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    [IMG] [IMG]
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Ian Vanore
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    '82 650 Exhaust Replacement

    I don't know what you're talking about -- my new gas tank trim makes my bike go so much better around the ladies.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. Ian Vanore
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    Oil Leak - Head Gasket?

    I'm back! I haven't fixed the Valve Cover gasket yet but I hope to get to that this week. I did some last minute inspection of the bike and...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 8, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    I believe I have every part for my rebuild in the picture below -- thanks to you Chacal. If #18 is what you're referring to as "shim plate", the...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 3, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Ian Vanore
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    Oil Leak help

    Side note -- I'm in Philly and I know a local guy who knows Maxim bikes really well. PM me if you wanna ride or get some info.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 3, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Ian Vanore
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    1980 xj650 carb - geez!!!

    This is photoshop -- he can't be that good.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Hopefully the last update. I know it's a bit off topic from "caliper rebuilding" but when I apply the front brake with the slightest force...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I hate runny cakes.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 2, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Ian Vanore
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    Best way to clean inside of a gas tank?

    Sure does. Skipped the dryer -- I was afraid because I'm clumsy. Here's a soak for about 12 hours. One half 6 hours, the other 6 hours....
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Ian Vanore
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    Oil Leak - Head Gasket?

    I started her up today for the first time since November after some serious cleaning on Sunday. I believe there are two sources from valve cover...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Ian Vanore
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    Oil Leak help

    I just found an oil leak on my 82' XJ650 but it stemmed from valve cover. Don't look to me for assistance but the one thing that really helped...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I'm itching to polish everything up -- I just got my g-pops OLDD bench grinder. I'm hoping i can attach a buffing wheel to it. Anyway, today I...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, May 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Ian Vanore
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    Oil Leak - Head Gasket?

    Darn -- thanks for the catch. Also, Darn to bigfitz.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    1 down - 3 to go. [IMG]
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I'm jealous -- I know once I put mine back together and push the button nothing will happen. It's just my luck.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Ian Vanore
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    Oil Leak - Head Gasket?

    So -- I was cleaning the bike with some degreaser, wire brushes, sweat and blood today and I noticed this: [IMG] I'm thinking maybe the oil leak...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Ian Vanore
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    1985 XJ700 X Looks like blowen head gasket

    I skip step 2 all the time -- and sometimes skip step 4.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Okay -- I got it. I still pull air through with my pump but pressure is there and brakes seem to work. Tire spins about 2 rotations on it's own...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Ok so I tried this method and was pumping and releasing for a good 5 minutes. There still seems to be air in the system. The system worked...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    I really hope this works -- going to reassemble once someone signs off on this piston. I was just squeezing and squeezing without adjusting the...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    I took the Caliper apart and found a small scratch. Would this impact the integrity of the system? It's brand new so I'm not sure how it got...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Fixed -- thanks for the heads up .
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Okay -- I hooked everything back up. Here is the link to my MC fluid as I fill the system from caliper with syringe. [MEDIA] Here is the link...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 29, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Replaced with SS lines within past 4-5 years.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Here's a video of the MC building pressure -- this is a successful test correct? [MEDIA]
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Alright. Two failed projects today so my morale is a bit low. I did what you said K-Moe and definitely had a "full" system. I pumped and pumped...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Okay k-moe, I'm back with more problems. I put everything back on the bike tonight and I can't build pressure in my brake system. I have a...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Ian Vanore
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    Best way to clean inside of a gas tank?

    Did you have a fresh coat of paint? I'm mostly nervous about dinging the sexy new gloss black.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Ian Vanore
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    Best way to clean inside of a gas tank?

    So you're saying there's a chance.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Ian Vanore
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    Best way to clean inside of a gas tank?

    Bringing this back to life as my tank has accumulated some serious rust sitting around since November. Has anyone used Metal Rescue? It's...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 24, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Ian Vanore
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    Oil filter change?

    Definitely buy a new bolt. The first thing I did with my bike was strip the hell out of the original bolt trying to get it off. I managed to get...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 23, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Ian Vanore
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I'm jealous of those who are already riding -- I gave my pipes to a guy for re-chrome and he's disappeared with family issues. It's quite...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Ian Vanore
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    Oil Leak - Head Gasket?

    Hey All, Sorry to bring this back to life but I broke out the gasket set that the shop gave me after the job and found the gaskets in the...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    I see what you did here -- I deserve it. Damn it. I am laughing at myself at the workbench though. Touche.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 21, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Okay -- it's in. That was not easy. :0)
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 21, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Was looking for the OK to use c-clamp -- trying now. Thanks k-moe.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Apr 21, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Ian Vanore
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    Caliper Rebuild Question

    Hey All, I've been working on rebuilding my MC and Caliper on the 82' Xj650. I'm stuck at putting the piston back in with the seal. I recently...
    Thread by: Ian Vanore, Apr 21, 2017, 30 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. Ian Vanore
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    Thanks Chacal

    I recently had a similar delivery and am sharing thanks. Also, another order is already in the works. Praise the great Chacal.
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Mar 11, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. Ian Vanore
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    1982 XJ650 Maxim Build

    Are you re-jetting with K&N? I saw some comments earlier about going 1 up but I was curious to see if you found a solution. I have K&N now but...
    Post by: Ian Vanore, Mar 6, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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