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  1. iandmac
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    First ride :D

    Heavy.
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 11, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. iandmac
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    Who's is this bike? Forum member? please help!

    Please let me know what your final jet setup is ... I'm more than a little curious.
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 5, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. iandmac
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    Grease Gun Method Didn't Work!

    A little heat and those hard old seals soften and give up the fight. Use whatever fluid you like to apply the pressure, it's the heat that...
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 4, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. iandmac
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    enrichment circuit in the bowls..

    Yes, it's an amazingly small and hard to get to hole that's for sure. I have a mate who is studying Chinese accupuncture and he gave me a...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 25, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. iandmac
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    XJ750 RL what exactly is it ?

    And if looking at a brochure like that doesn't send you off for a polishing session in the garage ... nothing will !!! There is some ambiguity...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 22, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. iandmac
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    XJ750 RL what exactly is it ?

    Here she is ... just as her maker intended :D Incidentally these scans are from a pristine original sales brochure I have for this model .....
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 22, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. iandmac
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    XJ750 RL what exactly is it ?

    Time a few of us (Aussie) 750 45T owners got in touch ... any takers? Mine is 45T 000194 registered and running but has carb tuning issues...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 21, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. iandmac
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    Xj750 drilled out jets catastrophe

    From Bob Pirsig's "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" on the subject of "gumption traps" or those things that sap the enthusiasm: "The...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 5, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. iandmac
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    Other than your bike what do you drive?

    Lancair 320 ... 160 knots cruise ... 150hp Lycoming 320 cu in aircooled ... 16,000ft service ceiling.
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 3, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. iandmac
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    repair manual xj 900 want to use for xj 750

    Yes, and no. There are many similarities and interchangeable parts but it depends on which models you are talking about as there are also a wide...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 17, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  11. iandmac
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    Great service (as always) from Len aka Chacal at XJ4Ever !!

    Just a quick thank you to Len and his busy elves at XJ4Ever ... it's always a pleasure to receive prompt personal attention to my parts and...
    Thread by: iandmac, Jan 17, 2013, 0 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. iandmac
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    abrasive blasted carburetors

    http://www.xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic ... rt=15.html Leave them natural finish blasted and spray with RP7 or WD40 to keep from fingermarking....
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 17, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. iandmac
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    another front brake question

    You should have received a small sachet of red grease with the caliper rebuild kit. This is seal lubricant. If used when rebuilding brake...
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. iandmac
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    difference between brake bleeding screw and grease fitting?

    This has been the subject of much discussion and there are a number of ways to approach the problem. If your 750 is like mine it has two dual...
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. iandmac
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    Ok guys, this one's got me stumped

    A couple of things that have bitten me during this process ... Check the plunger actuating shaft and tangs on the enrichment valves ... if one...
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. iandmac
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    Hello.

    Mate .. we are all learning ... come aboard and enjoy the ride :)
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 5, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. iandmac
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    Clean Carbs Today - needle/seat question

    There isn't any "trick" to this .. you have to ensure your float valves are both sealing ... and ... sealing with the fuel level within the design...
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. iandmac
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    900 Engine in 750 Frame?

    "glummnes and bogglement" LOL
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. iandmac
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    Just finished synching!!!

    A backfire while colortuning can leave a residue on the plug that obscures the glass window with combustion deposits. The spark will still be...
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. iandmac
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    1981 XJ650 Midnight Maxim Restore - (Picture Heavy)

    I might have missed it ... what is the gloss black finish you used on the carbs and have you had fuel on it yet?
    Post by: iandmac, Mar 4, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. iandmac
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    Starts but wont stay running..... video

    Fuel
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. iandmac
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    Starts but wont stay running..... video

    It's firing so there's got to be some ignition ... has to be fuel. How long since you did the carbs?
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. iandmac
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    seen a xj750 last sunday

    I'm in the western 'burbs at Karalee ... we have another member gunnabuild1 who is in Booval not far from here ... one of these days we'll get...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 15, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. iandmac
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    seen a xj750 last sunday

    A little while ago I was looking for an airbox for the 900 and did a ring around the wreckers ... I found a couple in bits. The number that come...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 15, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. iandmac
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    seen a xj750 last sunday

    There are a few about ... just last week I was in Cairns and saw an XJ900 and another one at Moorooka the week before that. Us Bris Vegas XJ'ers...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 15, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. iandmac
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    The things you find in air filters

    Say Constable .... what did you do with that half a ton of dope we siezed at the weekend bike rally? We burned it Sir ... half an ounce at a...
    Post by: iandmac, Feb 1, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. iandmac
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    xj900F piston rings

    Ouch ...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. iandmac
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    Anodizing the forks on a 1985 XJ

    Yes, please post pics and more info on anodising. I've ssen a few of the big industrial inline plants but I've never seen a home setup.
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    ZERO COST "MEND" for steering notch

    My lower 900 head bearing outer was tricky to remove. The top outer came out easy because there's a decent groove to get a drift behind but I had...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. iandmac
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    tank

    +1 on above Nice to see another one of these on this site ... kind of rare beasts in Oz ... mine is 45T-000194 ... tank is a tight fit and...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 24, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. iandmac
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    82 XJ750 Hardtail bobber build

    Exactly ... it doesn't "eat up" the aluminium oxide either. It will quickly remove the soft corrosion but is not aggressive enough to remove the...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. iandmac
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    82 XJ750 Hardtail bobber build

    You can do it on the cheap by doing it outdoors with a cheap gun from one of the auto parts stores. No need for a cabinet. Depends how good a...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. iandmac
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    82 XJ750 Hardtail bobber build

    You can do it on the cheap by doing it outdoors with a cheap gun from one of the auto parts stores. No need for a cabinet. Depends how good a...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. iandmac
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    xj900F piston rings

    Murray, these "900" cc engines weren't made in very large numbers and aftermarket parts are non-existent. I've pretty much decided to bore my...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. iandmac
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    82 XJ750 Hardtail bobber build

    When you get to the engine don't grind the oxidation off ... abrasive blast it with a 50/50 mix of baking soda and glass beads. You'll get a...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  36. iandmac
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    Horsepower mods ? Cant find a tell all thread for the 750

    I've seen these used but haven't tried one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/DIGITAL-TACHOME ... 484339d4cb The dyno will have an rpm pickup on it so...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. iandmac
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    Horsepower mods ? Cant find a tell all thread for the 750

    Very few enthusiasts have unlimited free access to a dyno. These XJ's weren't popular as racing bikes so they haven't been modded much for the...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. iandmac
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    Horsepower mods ? Cant find a tell all thread for the 750

    I've seen this kind of debate so many times it just gets boring after a while ... "Where do I buy some bits that will give me bolt-on horsepower?"...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. iandmac
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    ZERO COST "MEND" for steering notch

    I'm not even answering this poll. If you have notchy steering fix it, it's as bad as dodgy brakes.
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. iandmac
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    Easy Brake Caliper Piston Removal - Contraptioneering #1

    Rick, I tired carb cleaner on one of mine overnight and it didn't really do much, probably needed to hit it from the inside as well. I think it...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 22, 2012 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
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    Carb bench synched, will run and idle slightly high

    The floats control the level of fuel in each carb just like the float in your toilet cistern. It must be set accurately and the best way to do...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Horsepower mods ? Cant find a tell all thread for the 750

    Exactly my plans for my 900, the engine has 68,000km on it and is due for rebuild ... should yield a little closer to 1000cc ... an XJ1000 ... mmm...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. iandmac
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    Carb bench synched, will run and idle slightly high

    While you are ordering all the other bits for those carbs do yourself a big favour and buy four of the internal hex (allen key style) drain screws...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. iandmac
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    And another satisfied customer ... does Len ever sleep? I'm sure I don't know where this guy finds the time but every email was answered...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 20, 2012 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  45. iandmac
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    Colortune?

    Rick ... your response suggests only your proposed method of solving just one of the many problems this member faces ... he should really start...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  46. iandmac
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    Anyone want to try a Webex meeting? To look at some 3D model

    Keep up the good work, what you are doing will add substantially to the body of knowledge on this site ... perhaps one day we can see animated 3D...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. iandmac
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    Burtnt valve? Valve clearances? Shim trade anyone?

    And of course therein lies the trouble. Most who sit on the sidelines see only wrench twiddling and think that is all there is to this mechanical...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. iandmac
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    Whats a good option for the right side cover missing?

    That's one bad-ass bike in those pics ...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. iandmac
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    XJ900N (naked) decals

    I have a 900N, with an Oz compliance plate. It was originally pearl white with the red and blue stirpes identical to Alive's NZ machine (check...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. iandmac
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    Burtnt valve? Valve clearances? Shim trade anyone?

    Yes .... and no ... you do a compression test first on any unknown condition to get a general idea where the problems (if any) might be ... worn...
    Post by: iandmac, Jan 19, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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