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  1. bunghole
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Re: MAXIM PARTS FOR SALE Chacal, Thanks for the parts! Everything is perfect. Can't wait for the next shipment.
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 18, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Caliper Piston Removal Trick

    Mine actually came out pretty slowly because of two things. I was using a bicycle pump and putting out maybe 40-50 psi and the piston had been...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 17, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Caliper Piston Removal Trick

    I just discovered that a presta style bicycle pump held fimly to a loosened bleeder valve will produce enough pressure to push the piston out....
    Thread by: bunghole, Jan 16, 2008, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ550 Tank De-Badge

    I searched multiple times but didn't find what I was looking for. Thanks for the tip.
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    XJ550 Tank De-Badge

    I'm looking for some tips or opinions on the following: I've removed the tank badges from a XJ550R Seca (1982) and plan on filling the area...
    Thread by: bunghole, Jan 14, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Dumb Brake Cleaning / Rebuilding Question

    Sweet! Thanks guys. What specs do I need to know to purchase a single braided line? Obviously length, but what else? Are they pretty...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 8, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Long Way Round

    I saw that when it first came out and I just finished watching "Long Way Down" which is the sequel where they ride from Scotland to South Africa.
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 8, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. bunghole
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    Dumb Brake Cleaning / Rebuilding Question

    I've never rebuilt a brake MC before. I've removed the front MC from my 82 xj550r. It is full of sludge and crappy brown fluid. I've bled /...
    Thread by: bunghole, Jan 7, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. bunghole
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    I e-mailed the vendor and got the following response: Do not know since we have not tried it on other models. Wiring and mounting bracket...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 7, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. bunghole
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    I'm really wanting to swap out the gauge/instrument cluster and was looking at mikesxs, but it says it will only work with 650s. Is that not the...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 7, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. bunghole
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    Update: Cleaned the carbs last night and tonight did a bench synch. Reinstalled the carbs, petcock on pri, choke out...a little starter...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    Here is a pic:
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. bunghole
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    Thanks all! The bike is fairly cool to start. The PO modded up a cafe racer style fairing and seat section. Just needs some cosmetic...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    Thanks for all of the help.
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    Yep! Duh! I was looking at it after I removed the carb and just forgot that that was where the vacuum line connected. Thanks for responding...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    Update part deux: Cheated and used some starter fluid in the intake. Bike fired and ran, but only with choke full out even after warm. Put my...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    I've got the individual pod filters on each carb, so the propane wouldn't work for me. I might try the seafoam just for kicks. If nothing else,...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    UPDATE: Last night, I picked up a new battery, popped it in and gave it a go. Starter is sounding strong, but no fire. So I figured I'd let...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    Bike came with the YICS tool. Need to get the Colortune. I might have one from a '72 Datsun 240z I used to own. Also came with a spare...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Hello. New 82 XJ550R owner

    What's wrong with bunghole? It just refers to a hole in a barrel which by the way would be corked with a bung. And it's just a funny name like...
    Post by: bunghole, Jan 2, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Non running 82 XJ550R

    This may be a post that you've all seen a hundred times, but being new, I'm going to ask it again... I just picked up an 82 XJ550R that has 14k...
    Thread by: bunghole, Jan 2, 2008, 28 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Hello. New 82 XJ550R owner

    Hi all, I just picked up an 82 XJ550R with about 14k on the odo. I will probably be posting quite a bit as I familiarize myself with the bike....
    Thread by: bunghole, Jan 2, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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