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  1. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    OK, I am going to have to take a better look. Thanks. Also, I am embarrassed to say, part of my starting problems was the fact that I was not...
    Post by: Retromoto, May 1, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    Thanks for the reply. Where do the O-rings go? There were no O-rings when I took out the originals although I did notice them in the rebuild...
    Post by: Retromoto, Apr 30, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    So, much progress last night. After removing the Rick's reg/rec and installing the original it now starts after a few turns. I do have to jack...
    Post by: Retromoto, Apr 25, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    So last night I tried starting with idle screws out another 1/2 turn, 3/4 choke, no throttle (see pic, does 2 1/2-ish out seem about right for...
    Post by: Retromoto, Apr 24, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    Sorry I have been out of touch for awhile but the debate is good. Some of the same thoughts I have been trying to rectify in my head. So I have...
    Post by: Retromoto, Apr 23, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    Good comments. After I get it started doesn't seem like I can keep it on choke for very long. Maybe 20 seconds before I have to start pushing it...
    Post by: Retromoto, Apr 20, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    Hmmm...that is an interesting approach. I do get some light flicker when revved so it wouldn't hurt.
    Post by: Retromoto, Apr 20, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Retromoto
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    Maxim Hard Start

    1982 Maxim. Carbs sonic cleaned and kits installed but I did not replace the idle screws (they are still under the factory seal). 4 into 1...
    Thread by: Retromoto, Apr 20, 2018, 25 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Retromoto
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    XS400

    Thanks! I don't know for sure but I think it takes longer to make the mods more hidden and subtle. My other bikes are on the Dime City Cycles...
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 30, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. Retromoto
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    XS400

    Yep, that was the look I was going for. A nice, clean classic with a few mods that are hard to really see. Plus the seat still swings up like...
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 30, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. Retromoto
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    XS400

    One of the members saw this XS400 I did for a client and thought I should start a thread about it. Here goes... Basics to my builds are to...
    Thread by: Retromoto, Dec 29, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. Retromoto
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    Drip, drip, drip

    Thanks, I may do that. It was one of four of my bikes featured on the August Dime City Cycles blog. I shortened the seat pan by 4" and the rear...
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Retromoto
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    Drip, drip, drip

    Good point. I did put in new float valves and checked levels via the "clear tube" method but may have to check again. I do have a clear vacuum...
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 15, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Retromoto
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    Drip, drip, drip

    Well, I may have to try polishing the body. I built up a XS400 (see pic) last year and redid its petcock. Works great, but the one on this XJ...
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 14, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Retromoto
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    Drip, drip, drip

    I rebuilt the vacuum petcock on my '82 Maxim. Did careful job and even put a thin washer behind the diaphragm spring for a little more pressure...
    Thread by: Retromoto, Dec 13, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Retromoto
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    New Member Post: 83 XJ750 Maxim

    XJ750DB - When I got my bike it was running stock jets with the 4-1 exhaust, which was also stock (and quiet). I rebuilt the air filter with UNI...
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 11, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. Retromoto
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    Delayed start

    Thanks. I have been running 10W40 instead of the recommended 20W40. Would running a good quality 20W40 make a difference?
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Retromoto
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    '82 750 Maxim starter clutch

    Got it. I found an engine schematic and now see the problem.
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 11, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Retromoto
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    '82 750 Maxim starter clutch

    Have seen a few threads about starter clutch issues. Mine occasionally has the "box of rocks" sound when cold, not hot like everyone else's...
    Thread by: Retromoto, Dec 10, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Retromoto
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    New Member Post: 83 XJ750 Maxim

    I am running 43 idle jets and 120 mains. Seems to be too rich at start. I am considering going back to the stock 40 on the idle jets and 122 on...
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 10, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. Retromoto
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    Delayed start

    Got a new solenoid yesterday from Mike's. It was the solenoid. Of course, now the starter clutch isn't happy. How hard is it to rebuild the clutch?
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 10, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Retromoto
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    New Member Post: 83 XJ750 Maxim

    Not the stock exhaust. It is a 4-into-1. No stamps or markings on it but it doesn't look like a MAC. Don't know what it is.
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 1, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. Retromoto
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    Delayed start

    LOL. Yes the pic was taken before it was done. It does have carbs on it now.
    Post by: Retromoto, Dec 1, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Retromoto
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    Are you OLDER than your XJ?

    Bike is an '82. I am a '60. My only boy is a '03 and he thinks my old bike obsession (I have redone 6 now) is a little crazy.
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. Retromoto
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    High Idle When hot

    If you spray carb cleaner around the boots, also shoot it around the throttle shaft. Butterfly seals on the shafts can sometimes crack and cause...
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Retromoto
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    Got hit head on

    Glad you are OK. That is a good looking bike. I hope you can fix it if your heart is into it. Take care.
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New Member Post: 83 XJ750 Maxim

    Brake pedal return - Mine was getting hung up on the muffler bracket. Simple bending solved the problem. I decided to keep my fairing but cut...
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    XJ550 Seca Turn Signal Mods

    I like the ones from Dime City Cycles that I put on this Yamaha 400. Small, rubber mounted with a art deco look. I think they are about...
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Sentimental 1982 XJ650 Maxim Rebuild

    This is a great story. You really stuck with a big challenge. Glad you are OK after getting dumped. Bike looks great!
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. Retromoto
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    Delayed start

    I did recently clean the contacts at the bars. And I did purposely move my thumb around while depressing the switch, thinking that they might...
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Retromoto
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    Delayed start

    Thanks. Yep I am with you, will probably replace regardless of the final fix.
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Retromoto
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    Delayed start

    Good call. Never even thought about the starter brushes. This bike sat in a damp shed for 12 years and the motor was locked up. No doubt the...
    Post by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Retromoto
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    Delayed start

    Hi all. New member, first Maxim rebuild but my sixth early generation Japanese bike rebuild. 1982 Maxim 750. Bike is done except for a nagging...
    Thread by: Retromoto, Nov 30, 2017, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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