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  1. WinstonC
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    New guy with an old bike saying Hi

    Welcome from Kansas. That rack is pretty choice. You will find a few minor differences having a 1980 650. Most notably is the lack of YICS....
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 15, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. WinstonC
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    Gas leak after bike fell

    Ignoring................ OK, how long was it on it's side to allow THAT much gas through? I'm trying to see the 'gravity' of the situation :-)...
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. WinstonC
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    New in Missouri

    Welcome from Kansas.
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 9, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. WinstonC
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    Saying hello from Colorado

    Welcome from Kansas, and Minnesota. I am also taking advantage of the extended rising season I get temporarily living here in Kansas. In...
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 2, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. WinstonC
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    What is this cable?

    Clutch switch. Mine fell off a while ago. Yep, gonna get around 'someday' to fixing that.
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. WinstonC
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    Bolt to remove oil filter case is stripped (almost)

    I successfully used a hammer and large chisel. Gave it an impact effect. I got it to move about an 1/8 in, then used small vise grips. But +1...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. WinstonC
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    Hey LOOK!

    Check this out from Chacal: http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=14577.html VIN's start at 4H7-000101 (4H8 for Canada, 4K0 for Europe, and...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 25, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. WinstonC
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    Hey LOOK!

    Welcome from Kansas. I too came over from the automotive side of the garage. I have learned a LOT in the last 3 years, but it is also nothing...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 25, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. WinstonC
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    Aw, an entire tank of gas in my crank case.

    A forum for relationships might say; "When getting rid of your bike (signifigant other), make sure the title (marriage cert) is not in your...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. WinstonC
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    fast idle after warm up....

    +1 on the Sync, it will cause all sorts of issues I had the same problem as you. I kept messing with sync for way too long until I finally got...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. WinstonC
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    The BEST Ebay has to offer...

    They forgot: "Please send copy of shot record showing current Tetanus along with payment" or, "Check our online store for our catalog of...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 10, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. WinstonC
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    some people are on crack, I swear

    $5.35 for "Expedited" shipping??? Ahhh, that's gonna be the deal breaker,,,sorry, can't afford it. BUT, eBay Bucks 2% back would be...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. WinstonC
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    New rider and XJ owner

    Welcome from Kansas and Minnesota
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 7, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. WinstonC
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    Took a spill this morning

    I have thought about it. Warm spell here in Kansas. Some are out riding but there is so much sand, gravel and salt on the roads from last weeks...
    Post by: WinstonC, Feb 16, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. WinstonC
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    New to the forums

    Welcome to one of the most helpful vehicle forums on the net. XJ4Ever is our resident parts supplier. 'Chacal' is his screen name. Just send...
    Post by: WinstonC, Feb 4, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. WinstonC
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    any big plans for your bike this winter

    Top end rebuild and front brake caliper. That should get me closer to being done. I have a better work place now and a decent machine shop...
    Post by: WinstonC, Dec 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. WinstonC
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    what would you pay for this???

    No more than a couple hundred, from the pic it looks like it moved to the parking lot under its own power, (or maybe not and just rolled off the...
    Post by: WinstonC, Oct 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. WinstonC
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    Pod instead of breather hose on 1980 650 Maxim

    The 1980 XJ (Maxim-I only) did not have painted valve covers and didn't use the donut seals. The black was the scheme on the SECA which didn't...
    Post by: WinstonC, Oct 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. WinstonC
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    Carbs Apart Part 2, The Cleanup Progress ^_^

    Looks great! Nice and shiny,,, and clean. Someday I will get mine like that. Let me be the first to comment on the hopes that your parts you...
    Post by: WinstonC, Oct 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. WinstonC
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    good ideas for sealing an air leak

    Think about this. I fought and fought the same issue. Bike starts and runs fine, but after warming up, creeping idle, up and up. Annoying. I...
    Post by: WinstonC, Oct 15, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. WinstonC
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    My XJ and Johnny Kaw, the 30 ft Mythical Wheat Farmer. Apparently, he is the Paul Bunyan of the plains states. Manhattan KS...
    Post by: WinstonC, Oct 11, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. WinstonC
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    Well, I almost won an ebay auction

    Ouch, could have been a shill bid, but they didn't leave you enough time to go over. They should have a "Going Once, Going Twice, Gone" kind...
    Post by: WinstonC, Oct 1, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. WinstonC
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    new to the site. new to a bike. begginer questions

    Welcome. We have the same ride. Not as many of our 1980 XJ's out there as 81 82 or 83. I am like you, I am a mechanic but didn't know almost...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. WinstonC
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    Hoes does this guy not get killed, but innocent people do?

    Yakov Smirnoff sez; "In America, you ride R1, In Soviet Russia, R1 rides YOU!" Sorry guys, I had too. Let's let them enjoy their new found...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 25, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. WinstonC
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    Where are those darn rose tinted glasses?

    I'll put 2 cents into Schoot's college fund; Changing your mind on a degree/career path, seriously who has not done that? Not a big deal...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 23, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. WinstonC
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    New guy form Illinois

    Welcome! I have had mine about the same. I think my head gasket is going as well, minor oil leak and all, but it still runs good. What...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 16, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. WinstonC
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    New here, just picked up an 83 XJ650.

    Welcome, They are tough, but a quick compression test will give you an idea what you are working with as far as how deep you need to go....
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. WinstonC
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    high idle

    I am not an expert, but I am not too sure you can use 750 carbs on a 650, the jetting and such would be WAY off. Idle issues usually stem from...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. WinstonC
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Len, thanks for getting me the Colortune in a snap, (I call it the Magic Pill). If you can't buy one, beg and/or borrow one. It helped me clear...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 5, 2010 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  30. WinstonC
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    Ranger G - I am glad you put Lake Superior on here. I took one with my XJ last fall, but did not post it because I thought it would have been...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 2, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. WinstonC
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    Who says you need ATGATT??

    So, Whew! As long as he can play in Saturday's game,,,all is good. Since he is "OK", we won't mention any action against the driver of the...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 1, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. WinstonC
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    Shim removal with zip tie

    I will assume you have read Fitz's fantastic writeup http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=14827.html so, When you have the cam against the...
    Post by: WinstonC, Sep 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. WinstonC
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    Post a pic of yourself - pic HEAVY

    Oh,,,,,,, I thought that was an order from Old Bike Barn. Definitely shipped the wrong package!!!!
    Post by: WinstonC, Jun 23, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. WinstonC
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    1980 xj650

    EXACTLY! On our older ones, the headlight doesn't come on until the engine is started (the first time), then doesn't go off until the ignition...
    Post by: WinstonC, Jun 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. WinstonC
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    1980 xj650

    maybe the bulbs are simply burnt out, both of mine did,,, think 30 year old bulbs. Be prepared to take apart the cluster to change them.
    Post by: WinstonC, Jun 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. WinstonC
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    Photo Thread. My XJ and the World's Largest ....

    OK, here you go. I rode to Abilene Kansas today and took the detour to snap the shot of my XJ and the World's Largest Spur. It's at the entrance...
    Post by: WinstonC, May 29, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. WinstonC
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    JB Weld OK for small gas tank hole?

    I got LOTS of JB weld on mine (PO used Bondo,,,,,that didn't last long) I use original flavor liquid steel, and it's holding up fine Just...
    Post by: WinstonC, May 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. WinstonC
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    NEW TIRE INSTALLATION...What am i doing WRONG..?????

    +1 on the strap, after fighting with mine for whole day, I eventually put a SMALL amount of heavy oil (80/90) along the bead where air was...
    Post by: WinstonC, May 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. WinstonC
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    Caption This Photograph !! No wagering!

    "After we fix this,,,we should only ride 1 at a time" (Harley version of a clown car)
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 25, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. WinstonC
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    New guy... Hey Everyone!

    Welcome tothe site I live/lived in Duluth Minnesota, which I like to call the "Seattle of the Midwest", also quite liberal, but I love it.
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 25, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. WinstonC
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    YICS System TOTALLY underrated

    So, the money, time, and hassle of dealing with a YICS engine is costing me MPG? hmmm This kind of steers us back to the actual YICS...
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. WinstonC
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    1980 xj 650 maxim gas milage?

    not that great,,, about the same mileage as my Ford Escort, but way more fun to ride But probably around 35 or so, I need to do some more...
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 21, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. WinstonC
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    New member

    Riding an XJR 1300 in the Swiss Alps? I would call that a dream vacation, hands down. Welcome!
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 19, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  44. WinstonC
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    New Member

    Welcome Larry! Everybody likes projects, big or small.
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 15, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. WinstonC
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    Whaddya think? (my new toy..pics)

    WOW Nice! But I think you should have talked it down to an old weed-wacker and pocket change. 319cc's??? That's like saying 71 horsepower for...
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 7, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. WinstonC
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    XJ Newbie -- Hi there!

    There's a couple of us... No, welcome to being a poster. Yep, by far one of the best knowledge based sites for anything that rolls....
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 7, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. WinstonC
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    new member

    Welcome and nice bike! Looks like you got your two small guns worth. Way better than me, I only brought an old slingshot made from rubber...
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 4, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. WinstonC
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    So it begins

    Since northern Minnesota's riding season is about 3 months, I use the next 9 months 'forgetting' how to ride. So, every year I start fresh and...
    Post by: WinstonC, Apr 4, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. WinstonC
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    Big thanks to all, my carbs go clunk!

    Looks Nice! I am in the same process, hunting down the same problem,,, hanging idle. Just tore the carbs off and apart tonight. My high idle...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 31, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. WinstonC
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    Props to Chacal

    Second that!!! Len, the name could be misleading,,, A jackal should normally be one who rips you off. Not here!!! Fast, acurate, and great...
    Post by: WinstonC, Mar 28, 2010 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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