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    Battery Tender

    My " Jr" would charge the battery over night, I just plugged it in, and it was done by morning. Mind you, the battery was never fully dead....
    Post by: MACDBF, Nov 4, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    I'm a statistic, got laid off...

    That's really good to hear Robert. I hope you really enjoy your new Job, and hopefully get to stay in it a while!!! Cheers Mac
    Post by: MACDBF, Jul 29, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Good for a laugh

    Hey Draker, don't worry about it. It happens to everyone sooner or latter! Good thing is that it should only happen once :lol: (hopefully). When I...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jun 9, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    I'm still alive and doing well

    Hey guys, mind if I jump in too? Mac
    Post by: MACDBF, Jun 2, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Halifax Biker Bash

    ZAGHOST, yuou didn't miss anything! It ended up being worst then last years...hardley any dealers, and there were very few bikes for the show n...
    Post by: MACDBF, May 1, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Two new products: one epic failure, one works great!

    Thanks for the review, I've never been a believer in the "new Freindly" version of solvents. They never work like thier caustic brothers :x . The...
    Post by: MACDBF, Apr 25, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Halifax Biker Bash

    Anybody from the area going to the biker bash tomorrow? Supossed to be bigger and better then last years!!! Mac
    Thread by: MACDBF, Apr 23, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    WOW.. WHAT is THIS?!

    Just a bit of info on the Victory, it has a great design built in...you can actually drop it from standing, and it won't even leave a scratch! Has...
    Post by: MACDBF, Mar 23, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    She's Gone!!

    M.B, I do, I just picked up a 2005 suzuki C50. It's not an old Yami, but it's a sweet ride! Lots of power, and good balance. I will miss the XS...
    Post by: MACDBF, Mar 19, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    She's Gone!!

    Well I just sold the old girl and I feel like something is missing. Strange looking in the garage and not seeing the 400 anymore. But she's in a...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Mar 19, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Thank you..

    Thanks guys, I appreciate it. I bought a 2005 suzuki C50, it only has 8200 miles(16000 kms for my Canadian brothern) and is pretty much brand new....
    Post by: MACDBF, Mar 13, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Thank you..

    Well it's been awhile since I wrote in, but I just wanted to say Thank you, to all that's given me advice and help over the last few years. I...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Mar 12, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    easiest way to tweak idle

    Hey Guys, Been having a small idle problem since I did my carb job. Before the stripdown the idle was perfect at around 1200 rpm or so. Now the...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Apr 18, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cape Breton Bike Rally!

    Yep, I'm planning on going in around noonish on Sat. Buddy of mine is here from BC, so I promised him we'll go. I'm taking my 10 yr old with me,...
    Post by: MACDBF, Apr 16, 2009 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Kick Stand Relay?

    Thanks for the help guys, I think I'll just unplug it and run it that way. 100.00 bucks with the tax is an awfully expensive relay 8O . But if...
    Post by: MACDBF, Apr 13, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cape Breton Bike Rally!

    WOOT, That sounds like a blast. I'll have to see what my sailing schedule will be like, but Looks like a blast. The wife is from the island...
    Post by: MACDBF, Apr 12, 2009 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    Kick Stand Relay?

    Happy Easter everyone, Just had a quick question on the kick stand relay. Mine has finally given up the fight and I checked on a new one (80.00...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Apr 12, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My XV750 and XS400

    Heresy, There are also a few on this site with the 400 xs. Everyday a few more of us pop up! Any questions you have just post them, and between...
    Post by: MACDBF, Mar 21, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Is it the Neutral Switch?

    Thanks Guys, After several seconds of deep thought and research...well, I put up the kick stand and it started. I realize it's my kick stand...
    Post by: MACDBF, Mar 20, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Is it the Neutral Switch?

    Hey Huys, I finally got my bike with all the new bits put back together last week. So I took the battery off the charger and threw it back onto...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Mar 20, 2009, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    socket for plugs

    My 400 has NGK plugs and wires as well, and it takes a 18mm socket to remove the plugs as well. Funny because the normal size plug wrenchs don't...
    Post by: MACDBF, Feb 5, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Cleaning with Pine-sol

    So what you're saying is Pledge or Winter Green they're both great to clean your bike...but can I still use the wife's toothbrush!!! :lol:...
    Post by: MACDBF, Feb 3, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Cleaning carbs the old fashioned way.

    All I have to say is DAMN!!!!! That one fine set of carbs you got there. :) I guess it just goes to show, that you don't have to break the bank...
    Post by: MACDBF, Feb 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    CARB BOOTS

    Well, I finally was able to push the carb boots threw the air box! I took your advice with the hair dryer vice the heat gun. Didn't take too much...
    Post by: MACDBF, Feb 2, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How hot does a carburetor get?

    WOW :o That is for sure the easiest and cheapest way to go. If my boots give me any more problems I'm going to go this route. Thanks guys for...
    Post by: MACDBF, Feb 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    CARB BOOTS

    Thanks again guys, like I said this is starting to get a little frustrating. Just want to get these carbs back on, and hope that there is little...
    Post by: MACDBF, Feb 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    CARB BOOTS

    Hello again, I'm still having a hard time getting my carbs back into the boots. Is it ok to heat the boots up a little on the airbox side with a...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Jan 31, 2009, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Isn't winter over yet ? !!!

    Guys I hear ya, Living up North is starting to really suck. I used to think the Canadian Maritimes had nice weather, that is when I lived in...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jan 23, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What size tap????

    Hey Guys, does anyone know off hand what size tap is required for the Master Cylinder on a 83 maxim 400 xs? I was taking off the cover last night...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Jan 16, 2009, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Whats This

    wereiswally, Listen don't give up just yet. I was terrified of taking apart my carbs just a week or two ago. There are lots of HOW-TO's on this...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jan 9, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    My restored XJ650J Maxim

    SWEEEEEEET! Nice job on the polish. Bike looks great, and I like the paint job on the engine as well, what paint did you use? Mac
    Post by: MACDBF, Jan 9, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    CARB BOOTS??

    Thanks guys, I'll look at what products are avail up here, and make a choice from there. It seems that both the spray and gasket material are the...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jan 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    CARB BOOTS??

    Hey guys, just getting ready to reinstall my carbs, was wondering if I needed to apply any gasket material or sealant around the carb boots where...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Jan 7, 2009, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I'm Taking the Plunge...and I'm scared!!

    Well it's official, I've taken the plunge, and I'm not scared anymore! Today ZAGHOST showed up with his set of carbs, and he walked me through the...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jan 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Scariest aspect of this is that it appears to WORK!

    WOW! Now that's a bike I could actually work on without much hardache. No welding or grinding, just cut, drill and replace. I bet spare parts are...
    Post by: MACDBF, Dec 29, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    new blinkers won't work?

    Not sure where your flasher is on yours, but on my xs 400 it's underneath the frame directly under the tank. Pain in the $#@ to get at, but you...
    Post by: MACDBF, Dec 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Shhhhhh!

    It's day 2, and I have to tell you, my kids got Rock band as well. It's not to bad if you get to play along..but if not get some earmuffs. It's...
    Post by: MACDBF, Dec 26, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    So, What did santa bring you/ your xj.

    The big guy in red that roams our houses when we all go to sleep, left me a new Drill Press with a " LAZER". Plus some cool James Bond movies on...
    Post by: MACDBF, Dec 26, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Merry Christmas!

    I would like to second that great gesture. Merry Xmas and happy holidays to all. Safe driving either on the dry streets (if you have them) or on...
    Post by: MACDBF, Dec 24, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    I'm Taking the Plunge...and I'm scared!!

    Thanks guys, This is the most mechanical thing that I've tried so far. I think it's the idea of trying it, and it won't work after. But as you...
    Post by: MACDBF, Dec 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I'm Taking the Plunge...and I'm scared!!

    I just decided to go a little further this year and actually clean the carbs myself. So, this morning I got up, went down to the garage and took...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Dec 20, 2008, 30 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Have you seen a dead biker on the road?

    As much as I hate these types of questions, I have unfortunatley seen a motorcyclist that had been killed. I was posted to Barrow, England back in...
    Post by: MACDBF, Dec 13, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    exhaust fix?

    Good day all, Brought my lil old 400 in for the winter this week, decided I'm going to give it a bigger overall this winter. I wanted to give the...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Dec 8, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Who hasn't put their bike to bed yet?

    Still have some driving left here in Nova Scotia...don't know for how much longer. I just came back from Quebec last weekend, they had a foot and...
    Post by: MACDBF, Oct 28, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Other than your bike what do you drive?

    I'm a CHEV man myself. I drive a 2005 Chev Silverado crew cab, with the 5.3 Litre. Use it mostly for hauling my Travel trailer though!
    Post by: MACDBF, Oct 8, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Broken Windshields?

    Hey guys, Does anyone know if you can fix a crack in your windshield, and still be legal? Or do I need to buy another? The thought of spending...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Sep 29, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Where's the stupid flasher relay at?

    On my 83 400, I had to remove my tank, the bracket on the left side of the engine, then take off all the zip ties that held the wiring harness in...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jul 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    self cancelling circut

    I don't know if a shop by you may have an old unit left over, but I tried to order one two weeks ago, and Yamaha discontinued that part! I just...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jul 15, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How many Rpm's Should .....

    Thanks guys for the quick responses, was starting to think that I was running too high. It just seemed to be winding out pretty high at the 60 mph...
    Post by: MACDBF, Jul 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How many Rpm's Should .....

    Hey guys, Been riding my little 400xs for a couple of months now, and I've noticed that my RPM's are running kinda high. When I get her into 5th,...
    Thread by: MACDBF, Jul 10, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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