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  1. Trotskie_10
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    Adding to the Garage

    Couple pics
    Post by: Trotskie_10, May 16, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Adding to the Garage

    Hello everyone, I have came upon a 1982 XJ750 max and it only has 8000 original miles. Seems to be in great shape. chrome is great, electronics...
    Thread by: Trotskie_10, May 15, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    HOW TO: Rebuild Your Master Cylinder

    Why cant i see the pictures on the write up? Thanks!
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Nov 1, 2016 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
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    Starting issue...

    Thanks for the replys! I'll order the kit tonight! It was a Cold 47 here in Iowa bump starting the ol lady last night!
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Starting issue...

    Load test on battery at the shop turned out good. when starter is pushed it drops to about 11.5 Battery age is unknown but appears to be fairly...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Starting issue...

    So I checked as much as I know with my volt meter everything had power and ground was good. Just for backyard sake I hit the started a couple...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Starting issue...

    I checked ground from the strap to the battery is good. And I took battery in they said it tested good. Which other connections should I test?
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Starting issue...

    So I took my bike out last night to work, it was a little chilly here around 47 degrees. It had a little trouble starting out of the drive way, I...
    Thread by: Trotskie_10, Oct 31, 2016, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Trotskie_10
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    Baffle

    There isnt really anything there just a cap and 2 pieces of 2 inch long by 1 inch approximately, pieces of pipe. I guess my question should be...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 25, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Baffle

    So i pulled the "baffle" which ended up being a lack there of. Basically its just a cap and two cones that were cut off and one seemed like it was...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 25, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Baffle

    1982 xj750 max. Someone before me put a 4 in 1 aftermarket exhaust on, and took the baffle out. I would like to put a baffle back in so its stock...
    Thread by: Trotskie_10, Oct 25, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    After adjusting the valves will the carbs need adjusted as well?
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 25, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Trotskie_10
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    Oil leak

    Thanks stumplifter! Sounds good ill get it cleaned up and put some powder on and hope for the best. Really save some dimes if I didn't have to...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    Another probably stupid question, Can i clean around the headgasket with brake clean, or should I use some type of degreaser? I know that RTV can...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    I haven't yet, I just bought the bike from my friend but dont have a trailer available till monday, I was working on adjusting the clutch a little...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    First battle...Clutch

    Thank you!
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    First battle...Clutch

    So digging in on my 1982 xj750 Maxim, When I have the clutch lever pulled in and shift down into 1st it lightly jumps forward. it isn't the normal...
    Thread by: Trotskie_10, Oct 19, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    Very nice guys, that clears it up, sorry I misunderstood. Thank you!
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 18, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    Is there a thread for what to do when you first get a motorcycle. I'm guessing valve adjustment is a first thing.
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    So when using the shim pool I will need to leave the wire in until I get the shims in the mail?
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    So when using the shim pool I need to leave the wire in until I get the shims in the mail?
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    Thank you!
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    Hey everyone i took the leap, or plunge and bought the 1982 xj750 officially today. Now the work begins. Thank you everyone for your input and...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1981 XJ550 Seca Valve shim job

    Awesome Video! thank you
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Videos
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    Does the pool send the tool or what is the best place to purchase the valve adjustment tool? Thanks
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    AIRHEAD VALVE ADJUSTMENT with Pics

    Does anyone have a link to a good set of feeler gauges that will work for valve adjustment needs?
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 17, 2016 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    Very cool! Thank you
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Iowa?

    Newton iowa
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    What is a shim pool
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve clearance - exhaust side

    I'm sure this is a dumb question. I'm assuming that the shim is the adjustment to the valve clearance. Where do we get shims? Thanks
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    I'm guessing the "square part" I'm referring to is the chain guide?? Thanks
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    Bike runs and starts new tires with no weather check. Stickers on tires before I took it down highway. New clutch cable but needs adjusted a...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    Sorry I didn't get any notifications for replies so thank you all very much! I'm not sure if you are going to be able to see this but on the...
    Post by: Trotskie_10, Oct 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil leak

    Hello all. Newb here. My friend has a 1982 XJ750 and seems to be in fairly good condition. Runs well but once it warmed up some oil started...
    Thread by: Trotskie_10, Oct 13, 2016, 21 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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