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  1. Rayzerman
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    85 XJ700N Partial Restoration

    I'll offer torques for general use on other bikes..... torques are usually assuming dry threads, no lubricant. Caliper halves ~24 ft. lbs.,...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jun 1, 2026 at 6:10 AM in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    Pray tell, Simmy..... where is this bike night? I'm within striking distance.....
    Post by: Rayzerman, May 28, 2026 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. Rayzerman
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    CNYCC#19 - Scheduled for June 13,2026

    Well as it turns out, I'll be attending the CVMG event I think on the Saturday.... hope to find you Simmy?
    Post by: Rayzerman, May 24, 2026 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. Rayzerman
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    XJ650 Starting issues

    Shim source with good prices....... https://www.mikesxs.net/valveshim-25mm-230mm-310mm-honda-yamaha-triumph-g.html
    Post by: Rayzerman, May 23, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Rayzerman
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    XJ650 Starting issues

    I'd replace that leaky fork seal one more time. I've done many fork rebuilds for leaky seals, and visually I can't find anything wrong with...
    Post by: Rayzerman, May 18, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Rayzerman
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    Mercury manometer

    I would think if all your mercury levels are the same when engine not running, it's OK.... no idea where to get mercury.
    Post by: Rayzerman, May 5, 2026 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Mercury manometer

    Likely not contaminated, just too much vibration and airflow.... a Carbtune comes with "restrictors" which are smaller pieces of tubing you...
    Post by: Rayzerman, May 4, 2026 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Has anyone Matched the paint on 81 XJ550 Maxim or similar?

    I was gonna polish my head bolts, but instead got some titanium ones from AliExpress (I didn't want bright chrome), or you can get new bright cad...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 26, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    How can I find a matching paint color for my tank

    Just a suggestion if you can salvage it.... first give it a good wash with soap and water. How bad is the paint? Any rust spots on a visible...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 26, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Rayzerman
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    Rubber valve cover gasket longevity.

    Yamaha part no. 5VY-1111G-00
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 21, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Rayzerman
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    I'm not intimate with the carbs you have, but do you have a brass float that may be "sinking", maybe on one half ?
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 17, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    81 XJ650 - Steering “Notch” Feeling

    VFR's were known for "self-centering" so to speak...... you've likely got a dent in the upper race and the ball is catching in it as you turn the...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 9, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    METRIC Feeler Gauges - Which ones?

    I haven't found a good metric set that has all the sizes I need or work all that well with stacking. I use imperial with the metric conversions,...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 9, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    A handy guide to not rebuilding your slipping starter clutch.

    Another thing you can try is auto trans fluid. In the old days, we used this to clean out hydraulic lifters..... about 25% ATF to engine oil......
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 8, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Removing Gas Residue from Paint

    If the gas has stained into the paint/clearcoat, not much gonna fix that. You MAY get some of it out by using a polish, but IMHO doubtful. Maybe...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Apr 1, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    81 XJ650 - Rebuilt forks, now the leak is worse

    There is no cure for a leak if the seal is damaged.... however....... in the meantime, rotate the fork tube so the former scratch area is in a...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 27, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    81 XJ650 - Rebuilt forks, now the leak is worse

    If the edges of the scratch (or if pitted) are higher than the chrome surface of the tube, then the sharpness needs to be flattened with a fine...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 25, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    exhaust paint

    Some sanding and wire brushing will prep the surface. Two very light coats and leave it.. heavy coats will eventually flake off.
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 22, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Clutch bolt torque Spec for 550 Seca? Service Manual vs. experts

    Nm not Mm....
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 22, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    Agree with you, but the problem is, I'm away and can't get back until Saturday after dinner.
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 20, 2026 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    I have a conflict, but I'm hoping to get to the CVMG rally on the Sunday. Maybe I can ride the Seca II there........
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 20, 2026 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Joe's 2026 thread

    Best thing to do is take the battery down to the local whatever battery store and they will do a load test on it. That will confirm/deny the real...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 9, 2026 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Joe's 2026 thread

    So, how do you take care of the battery when the bike is in storage? Do you have a Battery Tender or Optimate?
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 8, 2026 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    86' XJ750 Maxim engine (cam chain tensioner?) noise

    Can you post a pic of your existing tensioner, to see if it is auto or manual? A manual should have a bolt and a jam nut exposed I would think....
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 4, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    86' XJ750 Maxim engine (cam chain tensioner?) noise

    While I'm not familiar with that tensioner, if it's a manual, can you not try to adjust?
    Post by: Rayzerman, Mar 3, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    4H7-14412 XJ650 (Seca/Maxim) Airbox Cover

    Is that an OEM fuse panel, or where can I get one?
    Post by: Rayzerman, Feb 23, 2026 in forum: XJ 3D Printing & STL Files
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    In vintage Honda restorations, the guys found that taking a Dremel to polish up the tabs on the floats was necessary..... as well as polishing up...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Feb 19, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Alternative blinker relay

    Sorry for the confusion... that listing shows a switch is included.... I order only the flasher, much cheaper and 3 wires only on the flasher....
    Post by: Rayzerman, Feb 8, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Alternative blinker relay

    Maybe give this one a try...... I've used them... claiming will handle 20 amps......
    Post by: Rayzerman, Feb 7, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Amazon Carb Rebuild Kit

    Yes conventional wisdom is to use your original brass.... put it all in an ultrasonic cleaner (I use 50/50 Simple Green/water plus a good squirt...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Feb 3, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Seca 650 Defective Carbs?

    Do a leakdown test before doing anything, you don't know if it's rings or valves... if it's valves, then check clearances are not too tight. You...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 30, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Running Rich. Not sure why

    All four, well that sounds like a challenge...... it's rings or valves.... if you do a leakdown test (compressed air into the spark plug...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 30, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    You know, now you gotta shine up those engine cases, lol. Nice work!;):)o_O
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 29, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Rayzerman
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    Rubber valve cover gasket longevity.

    The gasket should last forever, properly installed using Brhatweed's recommendation. If your rubber cones are old, there ya go. Want something...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 23, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    My OCD would get the best of me, lol. I'd have to swap out that gasket.... however, if it don't leak, it ain't broke??
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 18, 2026 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. Rayzerman
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    Yamaha SRX250

    Looks like 500 bucks of fun to me!!
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 7, 2026 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  37. Rayzerman
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    Losing brake pressure

    First do a conventional bleed by pumping the lever, shouldn't take much. If you are able to hold pressure without the lever travelling to the...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 4, 2026 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Simmy's Naked Turbo Project

    Thankfully I don't have to play with the jugs on my Seca II...... but yours look great....... and jeez, Simmy, bigger is not always better, lol.
    Post by: Rayzerman, Jan 3, 2026 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Hello World!

    Seafoam is about 70% naptha and 30% isopropanol..... the naptha will stabilize fuel and dissolve gummy deposits as a slow-acting solvent. The...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Dec 16, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Out of context.

    Don't know if this is helpful, but North America uses 10 digit phone numbers, could be mobile or landline... the first 3 digits are the Area Code,...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Dec 13, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    another CL optimist

    I agree with Fuller56....... Jeez, I just drove 14 hour round trip to pick up my latest project... '92 SecaII. Of course, happy wife, happy life...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Dec 7, 2025 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    1983 XJ750K Seafoam Bad?

    Seafoam is ~70% naptha (slow acting solvent) and ~30% isopropanol..... I'd say use it carefully and maybe no more than 25% of your oil. Other...
    Post by: Rayzerman, Dec 4, 2025 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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