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  1. martinfan30
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    New color for a new bike

    If that is the stock color, do not change it! it looks much better stock. If you HAVE to change it, black it out.
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. martinfan30
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    M/C options

    My bars don't have that "Rams" horn downsweep from up high like that. What is that M/C from? I am looking for a M/C that may give more output...
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. martinfan30
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    M/C options

    Is there a tried and true master cylinder upgrade out there?
    Thread by: martinfan30, Sep 29, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. martinfan30
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    Oil Worries

    I do this exact thing on all my bikes and they will last forever.
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 29, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. martinfan30
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    Front brake switch

    Thanks! How does the aftermarket unit fit?
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. martinfan30
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    Front brake switch

    Guys I am in need of a front brake switch. While overhauling my M/C, I broke the switch and lost the spring inside the switch. Chacal?
    Thread by: martinfan30, Sep 28, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. martinfan30
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    Fork oil capacity

    Thank you very much Len! You have been an amazing help in getting parts and supplying info! :wink:
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 27, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. martinfan30
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    Fork oil capacity

    Anyone know for '83 XJ750 Maxim?
    Thread by: martinfan30, Sep 27, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. martinfan30
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    This thing's gonna nickel and dime me to death...

    Well, I paid 7 bills for my 83 XJ750 Maxim. Just spent 500 in brakes, seals and cables. Not to mention countless hours of removing the carb rack...
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. martinfan30
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    FOR U 750 GUYS...

    I am going to install the spin on filter kit that Chacal sells here. Easier, quicker filter changes.' Uses a PL14612 Purolator spin on filter.
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 20, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. martinfan30
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    For Sale XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODELS

    Re: XJ PARTS FOR SALE---FOR ALL MAXIM, SECA, AND TURBO MODEL Thanks Chacal! Got all my parts early this week and can't wait to start replacing...
    Post by: martinfan30, Sep 19, 2008 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. martinfan30
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    Before I change my oil...

    Thank you Rick O Matic! There is absolutely no need for the extra step/GREIF.... THe oil that remains will be "recycled" with the new oil....
    Post by: martinfan30, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. martinfan30
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    Ipervious to gas prices...gas question

    No need for 91 or even 89. Unless you are running high compression pistons. Stock these bikes do not run high compression. Use 87.
    Post by: martinfan30, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. martinfan30
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    Before I change my oil...

    Well, depends on how many miles are on it currently. If its a high mileage bike, dont use synthetic. It may cause leaks. Synthetic has great...
    Post by: martinfan30, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. martinfan30
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    Sudden loss of power.

    You will have to disassemble the TCI(CDI) box. Inspect the printed circuit board for cracked solder joints. Then resolder(CAREFULLY AS TO NOT...
    Post by: martinfan30, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. martinfan30
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    I bought a Brake Bleeder to Combat Mushiness

    I am a Toyota MDT tech and have used vacuum bleeders for years. I use them ONLY to flush fluid. Not to bleed any know air out of a system. I...
    Post by: martinfan30, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. martinfan30
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    4 into 1 Exhaust swap

    I've spent countless hours rejetting for the Jardine 4 into 1 on mine. Bought it with it on. Stock jetting. Was terribly lean. Tried fatter...
    Post by: martinfan30, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wheel color

    When I repl my tires, i want to repaint the wheels. What was the stock black? Gloss, med. gloss, low gloss,???
    Thread by: martinfan30, Aug 1, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. martinfan30
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    Yeah, I think I got myself a winter project...

    .005" seems like a lot. Whats the limit? Did it change the way it runs? I have a head gasket leak now, and am curious about doing this.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jul 28, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. martinfan30
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    A big thumbs up to all of you who helped.

    EDIT: One .030" washer on the needles
    Post by: martinfan30, Jul 13, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. martinfan30
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    A big thumbs up to all of you who helped.

    As some may remember I have been battling a lean condition in my #3 cyl. FOund the problem after pulling the carbs and disassembling them about...
    Thread by: martinfan30, Jul 13, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. martinfan30
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    (Poll) How many turns out to get tan color with plugs?

    What pilot jets you run? Any mods?
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. martinfan30
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    PLUGS

    1 is too lean 2 looks ok 3 is too rich 4 looks ok
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 26, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Lean #3

    Hey fellas, I had recently installed 2 washers to raise the needles as a test. All are almost fully black except #3. I now know I need larger...
    Thread by: martinfan30, Jun 26, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. martinfan30
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    Jetting getting closer!

    ok, fellas... Now my 3500-4000 sputtering (lean) is ALMOST gone. My current setup is 122 mains, .065" shims under the needle. 41 pilots 3-31/2...
    Thread by: martinfan30, Jun 19, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. martinfan30
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    Adjustable needle

    Bump.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 16, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. martinfan30
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    High Idle Problem again....

    Mine does it too. Very irritating. Especially after being into the carbs several times. AND battling a lean popping at highway cruise...
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 16, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. martinfan30
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    Should I pull the jugs?

    Its probably fine then. Unless you like to tinker alot, they are ok as is.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 16, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. martinfan30
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    Should I pull the jugs?

    If it has a lot of miles, I woulkd check the ring end gap, bore condition, and possibly rering and hone if needed.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 16, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Adjustable needle

    Hey guys, I have been battling a lean condition for awhile now. I upped the main/pilot to 122/41. No change. Yesterday I added a .030' shim under...
    Thread by: martinfan30, Jun 16, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. martinfan30
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    Oil drain plug questions...

    Thats the drain plug. You should be able to get a socket on a six inch extension and ratchet it off. Use a good socket(preferrably a six point) so...
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 10, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. martinfan30
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    Carb Boots...

    No, I will try that. Thanks!
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 9, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. martinfan30
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    Carb Boots...

    Is there an easier way to put the boots back on the carbs(air box side)after you have reinstalled the carb rack on the intake manifolds? I tear...
    Thread by: martinfan30, Jun 9, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. martinfan30
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    Pic Forum?

    TY. I am going to have my bud paint my helmet the same as the tank.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 7, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Pic Forum?

    BINGO!!!!!!! Buddy of mine offered to paint all the metal for free! The old color was sky blue(ghey)...
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 6, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. martinfan30
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    Jets

    I'm curious, what is your new jetting settings? I just ordered some as well,I was running dangerously lean at cruise speeds.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. martinfan30
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    Pic Forum?

    Cool, thanks.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 6, 2008 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. martinfan30
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    Pic Forum?

    Didnt see one so here you go. I may have posted these in the wrong spot earlier. [img] [img] [img]
    Thread by: martinfan30, Jun 6, 2008, 8 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. martinfan30
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    Ouija board

    The poppity pop is a lean condition. I was trying to figure it out for awhile on my ride. Just ordered richer jets.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. martinfan30
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    [img] [img] [img] Click for big pic
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 6, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. martinfan30
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    XJ700 valve cover gasket

    Three passes(gradual increase in torque)is the best way to avoid any possible warping of any said piece of metal being tightened down.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. martinfan30
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    Ran out of gas again today. 1.7 gallons to fill up. ?

    How about running the inline fuel filter up and down, instead of on its side like in some pics I've seen here.?
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. martinfan30
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    air cleaner

    I say go back to the airbox.. I have gone rounds with my XR650 and pod filters... Then back to the orig. air box and my FCR carb... Cant beat it.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. martinfan30
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    air cleaner

    I would say dirt. Its already flowing pretty good with pod filters, w/o the pod, it may not make that much difference. Just dirt!
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. martinfan30
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    air cleaner

    Take a sock and zip tie it to the carb
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. martinfan30
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    air cleaner

    Thats a tough one. I'd definately try to find one quickly. If you have to ride home w/o, stay away from any dust/dirt you can.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. martinfan30
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    XJ700 valve cover gasket

    I'm an MDT Toyota technician for 14 years now, and I ALWAYS work inside to out. Alternating sides. It is important to follow these rules.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. martinfan30
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    What will it take to get you "Dialed-in"?

    Thanks for the site link. Thats excellent info.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 5, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. martinfan30
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    Seafoam

    Sounds like Marvel Mystery oil.
    Post by: martinfan30, Jun 4, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Seafoam

    What is it, and what is its uses?
    Thread by: martinfan30, Jun 4, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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