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  1. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Ride soon.

    I went for a ride in the afternoon. And, it was cold and windy. Now today would have been a wonderful day for that ride.
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 17, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  2. EdinaDad
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    12 volt accessory outlet

    sorry, battery. man, I am tired.
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. EdinaDad
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    12 volt accessory outlet

    I bought a dual weather resistant 12v plug that I wired directly to the water with an inline fuse. I went with a 10 amp fuse as I didn't want...
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Ride soon.

    Try this link for the route: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source= ... 8&t=h&z=10 The route I have is down the Wisconsin side, but, it...
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 15, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  5. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Ride soon.

    just dress warm
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 15, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  6. EdinaDad
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    Removed gearbox cover. Some questions.

    I took off the foot peg. It made it easier to take off the cover. I scraped it off and I used some RTV gasket material to make my new gasket....
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Ride soon.

    I got a new rear tire from someone on craig's list. Got it installed and it works great. Now, my front fork is leaking so I have to fix that....
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 3, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  8. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Ride soon.

    Heading down around Lake Pepin is always a fun ride. And there are usually a lot of bikes doing the same thing. Dan
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 3, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  9. EdinaDad
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    83 XJ750 Owners I need A question Answered Please

    Hey Ron, Mine are black rubber. But, I have the Midnight Maxim. But, then, the PO did put on some other ones and I broke them and put on...
    Post by: EdinaDad, May 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Ride soon.

    May 16? That works out well for me. I have the weekend off as I have my kids. So, I will be there. Either with or without one of my kids....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 30, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  11. EdinaDad
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    HOW do i make a great hamburger

    I have an 83 XJ750 as well as an '83 CB650sc. You are quite welcome to breath on either of them. Not to mention take them for a ride....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. EdinaDad
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    HOW do i make a great hamburger

    Belle? Will you marry me? Or, if you are married, how about an affair? Dan
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. EdinaDad
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    Best way to grill a steak

    I save the bourbon for the Glorious Manhattan. (sigh). But, I have eaten drunken steak while sober. And, it didn't make me want to join the...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. EdinaDad
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    Best way to grill a steak

    Sea Foam is a little to spicy for me. B-12 is provided by the beef. I much prefer some Creole Seasoning from Tony Chachere....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. EdinaDad
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    Best way to grill a steak

    This is a take from something I saw on America's Test Kitchen. They did theirs in an oven, I use a grill. If you are using Gas, turn off the...
    Thread by: EdinaDad, Apr 28, 2009, 28 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. EdinaDad
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    HOW do i make a great hamburger

    Hey, even the ugly ones need some loving. And, they really show their appreciation. Yeee Haaaa!!!!
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. EdinaDad
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    HOW do i make a great hamburger

    Actually, the bolt doesn't render them unconscious, it kills them. It is a very quick, humane way to kill a large animal like a horse or cow....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 27, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. EdinaDad
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    HOW do i make a great hamburger

    Hmmm, how do you make a great burger? Well, first of all, you have to start with the right meat. Sirloin (93/7) is probably too lean. Chuck...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 27, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. EdinaDad
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    Motorcycle Insurance

    I have Geico for my car and for my bike. I haven't had any problems. Prior to this I had Progressive and AIG. They all had comparable rates....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 27, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. EdinaDad
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    What if I hit a squirrel?

    I can't either. I have some squirel in the oven.
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. EdinaDad
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    Smoked a Harley today :)

    I think I read somewhere that smokin a Harley is illegal in Wisconsin. And a couple of other states.
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. EdinaDad
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    What if I hit a squirrel?

    Well, depending on how well you are equiped, if you hit a squirel, you could have: A) Dinner B) A nice detail for the kids helmet C)...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. EdinaDad
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    New Header Pipes??

    Can you share the post with the rest of us?
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. EdinaDad
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    Oil change

    The tab goes up between the fins? Be sure not to overtorque? Man, I need to get on a date more often. This thread is starting to perk me up.
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. EdinaDad
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    Oil change

    ooooo, I hate it when it gets out of place and gets pinched........
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. EdinaDad
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    windshield

    Dave, I have the SS-10 Viper from Slipstreamer. The dimensions are: 17 1/4" H x 22 1/4" W It is just a bigger version of the Spitfire....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. EdinaDad
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    Hi and thanks!

    Welcome to the wonderful world of the XJ's. They are truly a world class bike. As evidenced by the readers and posters from around the...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. EdinaDad
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    Fuel Grade's

    Octane isn't a measure of energy content. It is a measure of the inability to combust. The higher the octane, the less likely it is to combust....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. EdinaDad
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    highway pegs

    I made my own highway pegs. I bought a half inch threaded rod, some angle brackets, some u-bolts and some aftermarket pegs. The u-bolts...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 19, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Painting my headers

    The PO, not to be confused with the POS kind of work he did.... (ba dump bump) had a run in with a stop sign. And, in doing so, he scraped up the...
    Thread by: EdinaDad, Apr 19, 2009, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Carb Clinic Is Any Body Interested????

    Hey Ron, Got any plans for holding a carb meeting on Sunday? Let me know. Dan
    Post by: EdinaDad, Apr 3, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  32. EdinaDad
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    headset bearings after market sealed ones xj550

    For what it is worth, I found replacing the headstock/steering bearings easier to do than the wheel bearings. Partially because the first time...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Carb Clinic Is Any Body Interested????

    Hey Ron, I work this Sunday but, I actually have next Sunday free. (April 5) So, if you have that day open. I would love to learn how to make...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 27, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  34. EdinaDad
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    Anybody done a Fuse Box for 1100 Maxim

    Ron, I replaced all the fuses on my bike with a Bussman in-line fuse holder. One for each circuit. The come with a protective cap to keep them...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. EdinaDad
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    In your hands - to keep or not to keep?

    Doug, Try and figure out how much it would cost you to repair the Seca to make it more saleable. For example, a new tank is ~100,...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. EdinaDad
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    HOORAY FOR ME (:

    Bean, I agree. This site has given me a lot of information about bikes in general. And the courage to tackle alot of things myself. Case...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 24, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. EdinaDad
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    Intersting (for me anyways) tire issue

    How long should a tire last on a bike? When I got my XJ750 last year I put some new Dunlops on both the front and rear. The D404 front is still...
    Thread by: EdinaDad, Mar 23, 2009, 18 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. EdinaDad
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    New and looking at an 82 650 Seca

    Do a compression check. I can't remember what the actual number should be, but, as long as they are over a hundred (150?) and are all in the same...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 21, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. EdinaDad
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    Good Deal?

    DPawl31 I think you got a bad deal. And, to ease your pain, I will take the bike of your hands for what you paid for it. I just don't want...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 20, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Carb Clinic Is Any Body Interested????

    Hey Ron and everyone. Sorry for not responding to any posts, IM's etc. I was in denial about not being able to ride. And, getting laid...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Mar 20, 2009 in forum: Central US and Canada
  41. EdinaDad
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    where to begin?

    Welcome to the wonderful world of XJ bikes. Others have hit on some great points. One I would like to stress is that you should replace the...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Sep 9, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. EdinaDad
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    My Dilema

    Heck, as long as she isn't bald on purpose, I don't care what hair color. <GRIN>
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 29, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  43. EdinaDad
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    My Dilema

    Good Morning, I have two 1983 UJB's. A Yamaha XJ750 MK Midnight Maxim with 32K miles. I have about $1,050 invested in it. I have put new:...
    Thread by: EdinaDad, Jul 29, 2008, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  44. EdinaDad
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    Minnesota Ride soon.

    Hey, let me know if you guys go. I have my kids and I owe one of them a ride. Plus it looks to be a fabulous weekend. Dan
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 29, 2008 in forum: Central US and Canada
  45. EdinaDad
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    SOLD: All 4 signal lights XJ 750

    Re: FS: All 4 signal lights XJ 750 Hey, if he doesn't go for it, let me know. Thanks, Dan
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 29, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  46. EdinaDad
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    High speed stability

    I had some wobble in my steering. Even after I stopped drinking. Since I had installed new tires that were balanced already. I decided to...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. EdinaDad
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    Air filter question

    That's what I love about America. The choices. I am not saying that you shouldn't use a K&N. All I am saying is that with a K&N there will be...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 12, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. EdinaDad
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    1982 xj750 maxim

    Change the oil. Repeat, change the oil. Do not pass go, do not collect $200. Oil is your engines life blood. Sitting for a year the gas can...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 12, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. EdinaDad
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    Air filter question

    K&N's claim to fame is two fold. One, the 1,000,000 mile guarantee. Provided you clean the filter and re-oil it at the recommended intervals....
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 12, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. EdinaDad
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    leather or textile...need help deciding

    I have two textile jackets. One is the mesh style and is quite comfortable in all but the hottest days stuck in traffic. Plust it has a rain...
    Post by: EdinaDad, Jul 6, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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