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  1. MonkeyWrench
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    a few quickies

    I thought I learned here that the only XJ's with front running lights were the 1100's and 700's had running lights up front and none had rear...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Jul 14, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. MonkeyWrench
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    My cam chain adjustment didn't work

    Benny, First time I tried this I had the same problem. Somehow the next time I got a 21mm to fit on the nut (I think it was 21). Since the...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Jun 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. MonkeyWrench
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    #4 is cold, oh wait, not anymore.

    I had the same problem after a good cleaning of my carbs. Turned out that the enrichment circut on #4 was plugged. The hole in the front of the...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Jun 18, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. MonkeyWrench
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    What will it take to get you "Dialed-in"?

    I need to go back and re-synch the carbs with the YICS ports blocked. Did the Manometer Method w/out blocking the ports and while there was...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. MonkeyWrench
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    Noob here with a XJ650 question

    It was likely built on Oct of 80 for the 81 Model Year.
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Jun 3, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. MonkeyWrench
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    cam chain adustment

    Everytime a post comes up on the Auto Tensioner reset, I get confused. Statemenst seem pretty consistent on the 2 rotations of the motor in...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, May 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. MonkeyWrench
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    I've read all the Turn Signal Threads and........

    6.99 later and I have Turn Signals. Simple as plug-n-play. Altus, thanks for the .02. Cant tell by that pic if one of those filaments is...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, May 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. MonkeyWrench
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    I've read all the Turn Signal Threads and........

    Thanks for the feedback. I switched the wires around and interestingly it didn't change a think. No blinky blink and the same straight filament...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, May 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. MonkeyWrench
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    I've read all the Turn Signal Threads and........

    Still have a couple questions. I have successfully mounted some K&S front signals and Chacal was right, these don't work on my bike. I get the...
    Thread by: MonkeyWrench, May 25, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. MonkeyWrench
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    K & S Turn Signals

    Geez Chacal, Don't you have any good news for me? I originally thought I had an 83 so at first I ended up with round turn signals. Ordered...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, May 12, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. MonkeyWrench
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    K & S Turn Signals

    Ok, Based on the schematic, it looks like I'm missing a "damper" I'm assuming this is simply some rubber material. Perhaps I can McGyver...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, May 12, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. MonkeyWrench
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    K & S Turn Signals

    Just recieved these to repace the the missing front signals on my bike. Just looking at them I can see that the OD of the signal is much larger...
    Thread by: MonkeyWrench, May 12, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. MonkeyWrench
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    Wanted - Headlight Housing for 82 XJ750

    It's the square one. Just need the plastic housing that the lens/bulb assembly fastens into. Will take the whole thing if you don't want to tear...
    Thread by: MonkeyWrench, May 5, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  14. MonkeyWrench
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    old bike running TOO well

    Just to add to Redcentre's comments. Start with the idle adjust screw. Metal knob dead center between the middle two carbs (2 & 3). Turn it...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Apr 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. MonkeyWrench
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    Brand Spankin' New

    Smashingpimp, I'm relatively new here myself but can share a bit and others will chime in soon enough to give you some further direction. 1....
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Apr 22, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. MonkeyWrench
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    Fires right up on #1, 2 & 3

    Issue resolved by correcting float/fuel level. This weeks projects: balance carbs, colortune, change fluids.
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Apr 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. MonkeyWrench
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    Square vs. Round

    Thanks for the feedback. Looks like I must have an 82. New something had to be up. I'll try Bikebandit on the signals. Thanks again.
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Apr 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. MonkeyWrench
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    Square vs. Round

    Anybody have a source for square shaped replacement front turn signals. Just got what I ordered from Dennis Kirk and they are round. My 83...
    Thread by: MonkeyWrench, Apr 18, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. MonkeyWrench
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    Fires right up on #1, 2 & 3

    # 4 doesn't come to the party until a couple snaps on the throttle. Carbs are freshly cleanded and bench synched. Pilots Screws were set to 3...
    Thread by: MonkeyWrench, Apr 16, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. MonkeyWrench
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    Neophyte here will be needing help

    Re: Neophyte here will be needing help (UPDATE) It runs!!!! Well it's been a long month with a lot of travel for work, a wife and child,...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Apr 13, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. MonkeyWrench
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    Thats it for me!

    Holy crap Phil. Thats for sure a bad event. I sure hope your insurance and all is up to date. Will still be a pain for sure to get things back...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. MonkeyWrench
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    Is this safe????

    Only time will tell :twisted: Sorry, couldn't resist, but I honestly have know idea but leftover parts always worry me. I hope someone has...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. MonkeyWrench
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    Biker "Code"

    fr......burn, I think that is the most refreshing thing I've read or heard in awhile. There is a quote coming to mind and I can't think of by...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 22, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. MonkeyWrench
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    Carburetors cleaned

    I'm looking forward to hearing that. Carb parts are on the way.
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. MonkeyWrench
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    Trying to clean my carbs...big problems...

    A couple of my main jets also started to spin the emulsion tube, but they had broken loose. Try pulling up on them when turning them. One I only...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. MonkeyWrench
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    Low mileage Maxims?

    Crick, I just picked my 750 up with 6200mi. I'm pretty sure it's correct given what appear to be the original tires. I see the same sort...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. MonkeyWrench
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    Pilot Screw ?

    thanks you sir
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. MonkeyWrench
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    Pilot Screw ?

    Chacal, PM will be sent Schmuckaholic, 3 it is then, but just so I'm clear (not familiar with the Hitachi's until last night) The Pilot...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. MonkeyWrench
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    Pilot Screw ?

    Got the carbs tore down and cleaned last night. I'll say everything that Ricks guide says to expect is true. Damn them are some of the softest...
    Thread by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 20, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. MonkeyWrench
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    Neophyte here will be needing help

    MiCarl I'm hailing from Saginaw. Thanks, for the tip. I checked with the wife on "the look". You must be right. She offered up saving me...
    Post by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 18, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. MonkeyWrench
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    Neophyte here will be needing help

    Well it looks like I'll be venturing into the world of 4 stroke wrenching and it looks like the help and guidance I'll need can be found here....
    Thread by: MonkeyWrench, Mar 17, 2008, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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