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  1. dlanthripe
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    How do I tell what is broke, starter or seloniod?

    well...... I don't know. I mean they are soldered in place and have read the advice about replaceing them. Just did not know if that is worth it...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Aug 25, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. dlanthripe
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    How do I tell what is broke, starter or seloniod?

    Thanks Rick, I have had it apart and cleaned very well. That worked for about 6 weeks then it started to faid. I cleaned it again and...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Aug 25, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. dlanthripe
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    How do I tell what is broke, starter or seloniod?

    Allright, I have cleaned everything and nothing, just a little click when I hit the starter button. I have touched the screwdriver to the...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Aug 25, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. dlanthripe
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    Gas Milage

    I get just above 40 mpg. And that is if I stay off the Hi-way.
    Post by: dlanthripe, Aug 22, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. dlanthripe
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    How do I tell what is broke, starter or seloniod?

    My bike will not start. It came on slowly but now not at all. I think it is the starter but could it be the selonoid? How do I tell the...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Aug 22, 2008, 12 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. dlanthripe
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    Parting out: 1982 Yamaha 650 Maxim YICS

    gotta starter left ?
    Post by: dlanthripe, Aug 20, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  7. dlanthripe
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    WTB Starter

    PM Sent
    Post by: dlanthripe, Aug 19, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. dlanthripe
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    WTB Starter

    I am in need of a starter for my '81 650. If you have a good one pleaselet me know. I think just the stators ( ? ) are not making contact. If you...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Aug 14, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. dlanthripe
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    Ipervious to gas prices...gas question

    I know other people will chime in on this and have far more information than I do. I use the lower octain and I do run fine. I do not use anything...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Jul 30, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. dlanthripe
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    Parts Bike, if interested.

    For got the link..... http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/mcy/728975328.html
    Post by: dlanthripe, Jul 4, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. dlanthripe
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    Parts Bike, if interested.

    I found, on CL, a 650 Max. not to far away from me. Looks like a good parts bike. I only need one or two minor things off of it. My wife says that...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Jul 4, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. dlanthripe
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    Why do the turn signals go off?

    I am sure there is a simple answer to this. I would like to know why my turn signals turn off. I am sure they are supposed to but what triggers...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Jul 2, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. dlanthripe
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    Fuel: Regular or Ethyl

    I get 45-50 mpg, when I do not take the highway. and right at 40-45 when I use the highway, I only go a few miles on it though. I run the reg....
    Post by: dlanthripe, Jun 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. dlanthripe
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    Factory Settings for Mixture.... WOW!!!

    I haave never looked at mine. How do you know if it is at a 1.5 or 4? and what is it supposed to be?
    Post by: dlanthripe, Jun 3, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. dlanthripe
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    Homemade Baffles

    PainterD, I would have used steel or anything else for the pipe. I just had the copper pipe around.
    Post by: dlanthripe, May 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. dlanthripe
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    New Seca 650 Turbo owner in Oklahoma

    Hey, Just wanted to say Howdy to another Okie!
    Post by: dlanthripe, May 29, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. dlanthripe
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    Homemade Baffles

    I have had a few members ask for some photos of these so here they are, with a brief explanation. I have good pipes but the previous owner had...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, May 24, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. dlanthripe
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    Should my lights always be on?

    What about the one installed already? If the previous owner added it, how will tell without the package? Thanks.
    Post by: dlanthripe, May 7, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. dlanthripe
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    Should my lights always be on?

    Why do I need to do this?? And how do I know if it is electronic or ?non-electronic, mechanical?
    Post by: dlanthripe, May 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. dlanthripe
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    Should my lights always be on?

    I do not drive at night much but today I did. I noticed that other bikes had turn signals on front and back lit up, mine were not. THe only thing...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, May 4, 2008, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. dlanthripe
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    aaugh elitest !@#$%

    Alot of good posts on this one. I agree that IT IS the biker not the bike. I ran out of gas a couple weeks ago and had a old guy on his wifes...
    Post by: dlanthripe, May 4, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. dlanthripe
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    Backrest

    I am currently fabricating a luggage rack out of strapping. I have thought about adding a backrest to it with ease. I just weld it all together...
    Post by: dlanthripe, May 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. dlanthripe
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    adjusting cam chain tensioner

    I adjusted mine a few weeks back. I would think once the bolt is good and snug, not tight as all get out but in place well, just lock the nut into...
    Post by: dlanthripe, May 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. dlanthripe
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    IE Tech Issues-No Scrolling on Web Pages

    I write pages for our skool district and we have the same problem. We use a program and it uses .css based templetes. Mombo, Joomla, Modle and...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 24, 2008 in forum: Suggestion Box
  25. dlanthripe
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    STEARING HEAD ALIGNMENT

    Rhys, please keep up updated. As you stated, mine is like yours, just an anoyingly small bit out of alignment. I would love to get this fixed and...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. dlanthripe
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    Saddle Bags, trunk wanted

    I have got to see pics of your trunk and bags!
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 19, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  27. dlanthripe
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    Wishlist.... helmet lock

    Hope I pmed every one. If you did not get a reply, please let me know.
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 19, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  28. dlanthripe
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    Wishlist.... helmet lock

    MaxX Thanks for lookin for me. The one I got I took to a locksmith and was told the lock itself was screwed. Thats why I need another one.
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 17, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  29. dlanthripe
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    For sale / trade Sissy and 7/8" bars.

    I got this sissy and one lower one to trade/sell. It will fit my 650, but is tight when I put it on. It is fine and I like it but I want to get a...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Apr 17, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  30. dlanthripe
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    Wishlist.... helmet lock

    I am needing a helmet lock and key. Don't want to pay too much, ok I do want to pay too much but wife wont let me. The pic below is what I need....
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Apr 17, 2008, 8 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  31. dlanthripe
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    Saddle Bags, trunk wanted

    Man, I wish I bought the 750Seca for $350 when I had the chance. It had all luggage and farrings. Still looking though. Anyone know if a "...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 17, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  32. dlanthripe
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    Saddle Bags, trunk wanted

    I am looking for some saddle bags or trunk for my 650. I just need something to keep a few small things in, not a full case of beer or anything....
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Apr 17, 2008, 9 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  33. dlanthripe
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    oppps i mean does anybody have a helmet for sale

    I just got a helmet on clearance from leatherup.com for $40. I just wanted at least DOT protection to cover my head. I took measeurments of my...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 17, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. dlanthripe
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    insurance prices

    Wow, Altus that seems nuts. Sorry to say it but I am with Jim,$40 a year and thats just for the basic. I did ask what the cost would be if I...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 12, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. dlanthripe
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    The Magic Of Polishing Compounds

    Looks sweet!! I have started this on my bike but with the easy to reach stuff first. Wish I had the time to tear the bike down and do it right. I...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 11, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. dlanthripe
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    When to down shift ? At times shifts hard.

    I did a bit of looking online and it sounds alot loke B-12 ChemTool. I ain't gonna use it though, no one has discussed it around here so I think I...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. dlanthripe
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    When to down shift ? At times shifts hard.

    seafoam?? I live 100's of miles away from the ocean! Wont the Salt water damage it?? Just kidding.... But what is and where do I get some...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. dlanthripe
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    When to down shift ? At times shifts hard.

    capy, I have changed out the oil less than 100 miles ago. The filter and oil did not look excessively dirty and no major junk was found in the...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. dlanthripe
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    When to down shift ? At times shifts hard.

    Ok so I have been working on my XJ I got a few weeks back.( to wife- I don't care if it is 50deg. outside, I'm gonna ride it.) Having a blast. But...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Apr 9, 2008, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. dlanthripe
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    Do I have to remove the oil !?!?

    Let me restate my first post. I need to turn the engine to adjust the cam chain tensioner. Easy fix for my rattle, rattle, rattle. but just want...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. dlanthripe
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    Do I have to remove the oil !?!?

    Ok I am wanting to take my left-hand crankcase cover off to inspect the cam chain. Do I have to drain the oil to do this??
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Apr 5, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. dlanthripe
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    What is a 3.50 front tire.

    Mr. Fault, I just bought a rear tire about an hour ago. My rim says 3.00 x 16. The tire on it before the change was 130/80 r16. Now it is a...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 2, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. dlanthripe
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    Plug gap, and fuel issues?

    I just bought mine at Amazon this week. Take a look for the 550 manual. I paid like $15 for the used Haynes and $40 for a used Yahama Manual. I...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. dlanthripe
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    Fuses

    I found the fuse box at Radio Shack about $3.50. I will make pigtails to make is easier to install. Thanks for the order and type. That helps!!!
    Post by: dlanthripe, Apr 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. dlanthripe
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    Fuses

    I bought a new fuse box to replace the 30 year one. ( Hopefully to help with my intermitten starter problem ) When I went to replace it I could...
    Thread by: dlanthripe, Apr 1, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. dlanthripe
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    Baffles out of the exhaust

    I just got done making my own baffles. The owner before me had pounded them out a long time ago and just did not sound good. I did some research...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Mar 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. dlanthripe
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    Rattle, Rattle, Rattle....

    hey thanks to all. I think I will ride and live with the rattle until I get the manual. Just ordered it today.
    Post by: dlanthripe, Mar 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. dlanthripe
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    Rattle, Rattle, Rattle....

    AF, I have changed the oil and all is good. No gunk or metel shavings. I don't know how to check the valve clearence or do anything about it....
    Post by: dlanthripe, Mar 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. dlanthripe
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    Rattle, Rattle, Rattle....

    So what is the aprox. cost for the part. Can you just replace a spring or something?
    Post by: dlanthripe, Mar 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. dlanthripe
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    Rattle, Rattle, Rattle....

    Thaks Ace, I will look at it tonight. I think I have found enough information to locate it on my bike. Can I remove it with no worries or is...
    Post by: dlanthripe, Mar 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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