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  1. Tman_74
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    YICS tool fabrication

    i made one and i changed the rubber parts 3 times. I lubed mine with oil, then grease, the silicone high temp grease. The rubber gets chewed up...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jul 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 xj650 for sale (*updated*)

    bump
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 29, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Another Carb quandry ...

    Did you check the float levels with the clear tube?
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike wont idle

    Pull the carbs, remove the caps and cleant the mix circut very well, it took me 4 times to get it clean, I was in to big of a hurry to do it right...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 xj650 for sale (*updated*)

    Re: 82 xj650 for sale, i give up!!!!! More info. I was going to take the bike with me when i move next month after reading you responses, but now...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 17, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    82 xj650 for sale (*updated*)

    I bought my 82 Xj 650 5 months ago. I checked and cleaned the back brakes, i have a set of new pads for the front, the ones on the bike are 50%....
    Thread by: Tman_74, Jun 15, 2009, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Carb Sync problems

    i used the vac gauge with a restrictor and fuel filter to smooth it out. no bottle here.
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    would like louder pipes, got another ?

    Check out my WWW on the bottom, I had a set of Jardines that the PO gave me. I made custom baffles, i don't think there any pics of it, i took 1...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Tman_74
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    12 months of work. Here she is!!

    Nice Job!!!! LOOKS AWESOME!!! Be proud and safe!!!! Now Ride it!!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 15, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    I had a part that i ordered from Len and it was faulty. I emailed len and told him what was going on, he email back with in minutes, agreed it was...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 15, 2009 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
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    Carb Sync problems

    Success!!! I finished my carbs last week and got to color tune and sync yesterday. Color tune went well, The sync went awesome. i used the vac...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Tman_74
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    Awesome Alt. to Airbox to Carb Boots

    Pics man! we need pics!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 13, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Tman_74
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    Im not the only one who's happy with XJ4Ever.....

    7-14 days he says??? shipped on Friday, received on Monday!!! 3 days over the weekend??? How does he do it??? Who cares, i got my parts!!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 12, 2009 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  14. Tman_74
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    Birmingham, AL riders???

    Sounds Great!! Thanks!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 12, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Birmingham, AL riders???

    My wife and I are moving to Birmingham Alabama. DW got a sweet job!!! My suger momma!! We will be living in our RV and i have to leave my garage...
    Thread by: Tman_74, Jun 11, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. Tman_74
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    Using the Zip Tie Tool w Pics

    blame_the_po:: one zip tie per valve!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 10, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Riding my SECA 750 cross country.

    Think about oil weight, long periods of running, high internal temps!!! Spare parts are a must!!!! Have a blast and be safe!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 10, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    valve clearance question

    Take a 1/4" wide zip tie(i us the HD black ones) bend about 2" of it over its self(the smooth end). You just double it up. Remove the spark plug...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New owner and member

    Welcome to the site!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 8, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    New Bike / Biker questions

    2. Pull carbs, rebuild / clean Make sure you read RICKOMATICs carb, thread/s. These arbs can be a real pain. Make sure they are clean, i mean...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    valve clearance question

    jdoggsc, try using the zip tie method. Maybe it will hold the valve down a little more. One of mine was very hard to remove. it took several tries...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 8, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carb Sync problems

    Thanks ricko, I was getting ready to build one more tool, then i read your post. I have been using my dads 40 year old vacum gauge with a mig tip...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carb Sync problems

    TIMEtoRIDE do you have any pics/drawings of a 4 tube Manometer. i need to build one!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wont stop leaking gas!!!!!!!!!!!

    new find!!! my after market petcock is leaking!!!! I have the carbs off and i'm cleaning, boiling in purple power, then rinse in pine sol!! They...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wont stop leaking gas!!!!!!!!!!!

    wingnut325 good tip, i will check how for they go down. I'll try the washer trick too.
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wont stop leaking gas!!!!!!!!!!!

    yes they are brand new, i have not dressed them with sand paper but i did use the golf tee trick, on my older honda 3 &4 wheelers the seats always...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 5, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wont stop leaking gas!!!!!!!!!!!

    I'm pullin mine again this weekend, #2 and #3 keep sticking!!! They will be fine for days then Gas on the floor!!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 5, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pilot Fuel Circuit - Unmasked

    dpawl31>>>> If I start it, and GO, it will bog a lot till I am warm, and even then coming off idle is NOT great at all. mine is doin the...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pilot Fuel Circuit - Unmasked

    How do know 100% that the entire circut is 100% clean??? I have sprayed cleaner through mine and if i put my finger over the jet hole it sprays...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Hi! Low throttle low rpm issues - need sync?

    watching for updates!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    carburetor help???

    bryanofcwa, make sure the carbs are clean, when you think they are clean, start over and clean again, when you are done cleaning for the third...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    YICS, ColorTuning and a new tidbit that may answer

    I have been putting off buying a a colortune and have been struggling to get my mix right, I now realize i have to buy one!!! Am i the only one...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wanted : Cheap Stock Main Jets

    I have 110's i need 114's maybe 116's.. schmauster920 pm sent\ tony
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 1, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Re-jet 82 xj 750- need help or ideas

    I'm going to order +4 so 114 and +2 so 42. I guess we shall see!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Re-jet 82 xj 750- need help or ideas

    My Mufflers flow very well and are louder than stock. I have turned the pilot screw 3.5 out which give me a nice color at idle but when i do a...
    Post by: Tman_74, Jun 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Re-jet 82 xj 750- need help or ideas

    I have a similar question on my xj650!!! 110 on the mains and 40 on the pilots. stock air box, aftermarket Jardines with custom baffles. My plugs,...
    Post by: Tman_74, May 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    One sweet ride today

    "Sweet Ride Today" Good job man!!! How big of a smile did you have on your face?????? PERMA-GRIN!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, May 14, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    How I Fixed My Broken Float Post Mount Tab Ear Pin Thing

    WOW, WOW, and WOW. We have an awesome group of people here!!!!!!!!! I like the bailing wire, more my level ;)
    Post by: Tman_74, May 14, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1983 Suzuki GS 450 thats been sitting...where do we go next?

    Put some oil in the cylinders and turn over by hand??? the walls may be rusty??? Check compression prior to firing?? (compression testers are...
    Post by: Tman_74, May 11, 2009 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    TCI box keeps blowing

    Screaming650, WCH, OHIO????
    Post by: Tman_74, May 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    CLEANING YOUR CARBS

    I used Purple Power on my carbs. I diluted it maybe 50/50 placed it in a spray bottle, hosed the carbs down, sprayed into holes, let sit 25-30...
    Post by: Tman_74, May 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Sargent's Cycle Products does it again

    Nice, i like the welting!!! Classy!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, May 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Float issue/question?

    "what i do is us a small screwdriver under the float in front of the tang to support thr float while bending the tang." i do the same and I...
    Post by: Tman_74, May 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Chacal / Len is the man when it comes to XJ Parts!!

    I have ordered and received parts twice, both times were fast and perfect. He'll even suggest items you "should" or "could" change!!! Someone on...
    Post by: Tman_74, Apr 30, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Tman_74
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    back pressure for exzaust

    timetoride- did you "pink" type fibergalss?? I bought some muffler stuff but would like more.
    Post by: Tman_74, Apr 30, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    What is a "1978 yamaha dohc 750" worth????

    What is the back rack and bags worth?? I never assume anthing, just thinking and looking for the person who did the swap with the forks and can...
    Post by: Tman_74, Apr 29, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    What is a "1978 yamaha dohc 750" worth????

    There is an add on Craigs List. it appears as follows: Complete bike, no title, selling as is, pickup only. I intended to use the engine off...
    Thread by: Tman_74, Apr 29, 2009, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Running Rich?

    "The bike seems to idle fine & top end seems OK. The big problem seems to be 0 to 1/4 throttle (taking of from stop) It just coughs & spudders...
    Post by: Tman_74, Apr 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XS400 Maxim twin custom 2 into 1 manifold!

    NICE!!! What about a 4 into 1 and run one carb for the XJ's????? Who's willing??? Just a thought.
    Post by: Tman_74, Apr 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    It's Alive!!!(an update)

    I bet everything will fall into place now that you can hear it scream!!!!! Great JOB!!!!
    Post by: Tman_74, Apr 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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