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  1. olinrj
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    Hello from south eastern Wisconsin

    Welcome aboard, from Milwaukee's Northwest side! All the general advise has been given so I won't repeat anything. Best of luck with the search...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 27, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. olinrj
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    Wisconsinites unite

    Milwaukee as well. Haven't been too active in the garage lately but gearing up for the winter projects in hopes of finally getting back on the...
    Post by: olinrj, Sep 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. olinrj
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    Bought a new cycle - Kind of 1978 Suzuki GS550E

    Although the picture is a bit blurry, that is basically the bike. I've dug around a bit for a suzuki forum, but unfortunately haven't found one...
    Post by: olinrj, Aug 5, 2009 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  4. olinrj
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    Possible Sticky? current bike including mods.

    Model: 1982 Maxim XJ650J Exhaust: MAC 4-1 Air Filters: Emgo pods Main Jet: 118 Pilot Jet: 42 Pilot screws about 2-3/4 out. Need to finish...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 20, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. olinrj
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    Coils and Plugs and TCIs and no start - OH MY!!!

    The charging system was in good shape the last time I had the bike on the road, and the alternator brushes are well within spec. I didn't have...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 16, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. olinrj
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    Coils and Plugs and TCIs and no start - OH MY!!!

    Got the tabs adjusted to 17.5mm +/- and refilled the carbs. Got it fired up and idling well, but the battery needs to go back on the charger, was...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. olinrj
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    Coils and Plugs and TCIs and no start - OH MY!!!

    In the middle of checking/adjusting the float heights, and from the gasket surfacr to the mold line on the float, 2, 3, and 4 are at 9.32, 9.88,...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. olinrj
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    Coils and Plugs and TCIs and no start - OH MY!!!

    A quick update: I was cleaning out the garage over the weekend and a friend came by to say hi. While discussing things he wanted to hear the...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. olinrj
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    Coils and Plugs and TCIs and no start - OH MY!!!

    Unfortunately, the battery is new, fully charged. I'll check the float levels tonight or tomorrow. For additional history on the bike, I got...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. olinrj
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    Coils and Plugs and TCIs and no start - OH MY!!!

    Sorry, forgot to mention. All the plugs were wet, so some fuel is getting into the cylinders. I'm sure the floats will need adjustment, but i...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. olinrj
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    Removing Paint from fuel tank....

    The biggest thing with any chemical paint stripper is to give it time to work through the paint. A 25 year old finish may need a good soak to...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. olinrj
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    Bought a new cycle - Kind of 1978 Suzuki GS550E

    My wife decided to stock up on Karma a few weeks ago. On a Saturday morning while on he way back from the gas station with coffee, she noticed...
    Thread by: olinrj, Jul 6, 2009, 8 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  13. olinrj
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    Coils and Plugs and TCIs and no start - OH MY!!!

    Well, I'm back from lurking again. I have spent the spring working on the bike (an '82 XJ650J) here and there between household projects. Now I...
    Thread by: olinrj, Jul 6, 2009, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. olinrj
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    parting out an 82 xj650

    I'm in need of the throttle plastic piece that holds the cable (inside of the right grip). If it is still available, please let me know what you...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 28, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  15. olinrj
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    Motorcycle Lifts does anybody have any experience (UPDATE)

    Are you going off of plans or just developing as you fab? What type of ram will you be using? I've got a table-top frame that has been sitting,...
    Post by: olinrj, Nov 19, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Motorcycle Lifts does anybody have any experience (UPDATE)

    Just read through the entire thread rather quickly so my idea may laready have been covered, but you could duplicate the legalspeed concept with...
    Post by: olinrj, Nov 13, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. olinrj
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    Something to aspire to...

    XS's caught my eye a few years back and I can't wait to pick one up for another project. Just like the XJ's, they're bullet proof and extremely...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. olinrj
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    Lapping valves

    Thanks a ton for the information. I wasn't planning on doing this until possibly winter, depending on how the bike is doing, but it occurred to...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 25, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Lapping valves

    Just reviewing a few things on my list of to-do's and although I have moderate experience with a wrench and a willingness to tackle just about any...
    Thread by: olinrj, Jul 24, 2008, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. olinrj
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    handy gadget

    Very cool idea. Was this just a home fabricated tool? I supported my front end with a floor jack and notched 2x4, then stabilized it with a jack...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 2, 2008 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  21. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    Sounds like there hasn't been much activity in the area. I still haven't tackled the carbs, but in the next few weeks would like to have a...
    Post by: olinrj, Jul 2, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  22. olinrj
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    Previous cycle comes back to haunt me!!

    Well, this issue is now closed. Because I signed the "seller" portion of the title and there is a signature in the "purchaser" section, I no...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 20, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. olinrj
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    Previous cycle comes back to haunt me!!

    I was unable to find the bill of sale, but I'm headed down to the DMV tomorrow morning to sign off on the bike. I am pretty sure that there may...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 19, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. olinrj
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    Previous cycle comes back to haunt me!!

    A few years back I sold my '98 Superhawk to pay off some bills. Signed over the title and wrote out a bill of sale, two copies, one for each of...
    Thread by: olinrj, Jun 18, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. olinrj
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    removed the Yamaha logo on my tank ,what is the best filler?

    I'm in the process of doing the same, but f'd up a bit and now have a tear in the tank where the bracket is welded to the tank. Anyone have...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. olinrj
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    How To Question Head Gasket

    Re: Head Gasket How To Question How mechanically skilled are you? I had to remove the head on my 650 due to a broken exhaust stud and with an...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    I can make time any of those days, I think. I'll check with the boss and see what we have planned. I have a 1.5 car garage that has finally been...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 4, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  28. olinrj
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Finally got back to the bike this weekend. Replaced both fork seals up front. Went pretty smoothly due to all the research I've done reviewing...
    Post by: olinrj, Jun 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    Power has been restored!! Spent the weekend trenching in the new conduit and fired up the lights Monday. I now have a clean, lit garage that I...
    Post by: olinrj, May 30, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  30. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    Recently back to the board. West side of Milwaukee checking in. I am also interested in a get-together in the near future. probably wont have...
    Post by: olinrj, May 16, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  31. olinrj
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    Frozen Snot

    If the bike is in running condition by then, count me in. If the bike is still in pieces, I can provide a support vehicle. Let me know where I...
    Post by: olinrj, Jan 11, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  32. olinrj
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    Community Map - add yourself!

    I'm now posted on the map. Excellent idea.
    Post by: olinrj, Jan 10, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    Good call on the three lists. It will probably make things a bit easier to explain to the missus. No, the sherman perk guy is my dad. He used...
    Post by: olinrj, Jan 10, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  34. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    I'm on the northwest side, near Mount Mary college. I'm also getting a bit itchy to ride and wrench, but the house has plenty of projects that...
    Post by: olinrj, Jan 8, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  35. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    Glad to hear there are a few more XJ'ers from around town. Also good to know there is a shop that is willing to help us keep our bikes running....
    Post by: olinrj, Jan 7, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  36. olinrj
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    What is a YICS tool?

    Someone else can provide a list, but yours should be a YICS engine, as I have the same bike and it is. I believe the cam cover and the side...
    Post by: olinrj, Jan 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. olinrj
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    What is a YICS tool?

    Here is a short and sweet explanation, others will be able to expand a bit: The YICS tool is used to fine tune the carbs individually. It goes...
    Post by: olinrj, Jan 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. olinrj
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    Milwaukee/Wisconsin area XJ's

    Hey there, Glad to hear from a few others in the area. I've been in and out of the forum lately but am back for the near future. I'm right on...
    Post by: olinrj, Dec 26, 2007 in forum: Central US and Canada
  39. olinrj
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    Header wrap

    I am planning on wrapping the 4-1 exhaust on my 82 this winter and have done some research on it. It is my understanding that a noticeable change...
    Post by: olinrj, Dec 18, 2007 in forum: XJ Modifications
  40. olinrj
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    Just got a second bike

    Well, I'm definitely going to keep the bike, but won't be able to begin any serious work until the XJ is fully operational. I'm having issues...
    Post by: olinrj, Sep 19, 2007 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Just got a second bike

    Not sure if it fits an XJ. The PO actually made wooden lifts to get the fairing to fit. I'll get pictures of the fairing and sissy bar when I...
    Post by: olinrj, Sep 12, 2007 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Just got a second bike

    Well, after having it sit in my driveway since March I finally got rid of my compressor. I guy in town traded me a 1971 CB750K for it. The bike...
    Thread by: olinrj, Sep 11, 2007, 7 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  43. olinrj
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    Low Engine Oil Level

    I'd try pulling out the sensor and cleaning it off. Or it could be an electrical issue, bad insulation on a wire?
    Post by: olinrj, Aug 23, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. olinrj
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    First start up after several years

    Nope. It is at the rear axle. there is a vent on top, leave it alone! (don't ask) and a bolt about mid height on the housing. drain and refill...
    Post by: olinrj, Aug 23, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. olinrj
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    Just came up on Craig's List

    Just checked craig's list and the post is no longer there. Sorry about the dead end.
    Post by: olinrj, Aug 21, 2007 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  46. olinrj
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    Just came up on Craig's List

    Sorry. It is the milwaukee craig's list page, was posted monday. just says it is a yamaha turbo for sale.
    Post by: olinrj, Aug 21, 2007 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. olinrj
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    Just came up on Craig's List

    Check out the link, not too descriptive but cheap. Yamaha Turbo 650, $750 http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/mcy/401709287.html. I can go check it...
    Thread by: olinrj, Aug 20, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  48. olinrj
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    550 parts vs. 650 parts

    I am mainly looking for the external items, gauges, etc. so I'm not too worried about the engine and frame. The seller has a plethora of...
    Post by: olinrj, Aug 16, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. olinrj
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    550 parts vs. 650 parts

    Just checking on the interchangability of 650 and 550 parts. Found a guy on craigslist who rebuilt several 550s a few years back and is clearing...
    Thread by: olinrj, Aug 16, 2007, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. olinrj
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    carb bench test?

    If you have a complete donor bike with a good computer, it would just take time to wire it together, plumb in any sensors, and test and tune. Not...
    Post by: olinrj, Aug 13, 2007 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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