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  1. warthogcrewchief
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    For Sale 1985 XJ700N Maxim

    I have an '85 Maxim XJ700 for sale. Garage kept. 48K miles. Less than 100 miles since top end was rebuild (replaced gaskets due to oil leaking,...
    Thread by: warthogcrewchief, Jul 9, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. warthogcrewchief
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    Thinking about new tires...

    Yes, from what I understand Yokohama stopped making m/c tires a while back.
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 13, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. warthogcrewchief
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    Thinking about new tires...

    Good question. The information I found regarding the Shinko tires was about five years ago. It could be the Shinkos are a copy of Yokohama...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 13, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. warthogcrewchief
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    Thinking about new tires...

    When I rebuilt my CB350, I heard of a few guys with all sorts of CBs using Shinkos. They said the tires ride well and felt like a quality tire....
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 12, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. warthogcrewchief
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    1985 XJ700X Maxim for sale in Phoenix, AZ $600

    PM sent
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  6. warthogcrewchief
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    '86 XJ700 Maxim X needs TCI and/or TCI info

    Thanks Hogfiddles, I checked out the XJ4ever pages and saw that there is a difference between the standard and X models. Although, I did not...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. warthogcrewchief
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    1985 Maxim-X 750 Recommission - Putting it back together

    Re: 1985 Maxim-X 750 Recommision - carb assembly The diaphragms are not meant to be removed from the slides. Although, if they are torn, there...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. warthogcrewchief
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    Leaky Spark Plug Hole

    If you're concerned about any remaining debris in the combustion chamber, Polock might be onto something. Instead of using water, just blow air...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. warthogcrewchief
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    Exhaust Stud broke off

    Not sure if you got the remaining stud out of the block. If not, don't try and drill and tap it out. Instead, take it to a welder and have them...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. warthogcrewchief
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    I May Need Another XJ

    I started riding my '85 XJ700 about the same age as your son. It's a great bike and very forgiving! My first bike was my dad's 1980 XS850...that...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. warthogcrewchief
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    '86 XJ700 Maxim X needs TCI and/or TCI info

    My father-in-law and I picked up a 1986 Maxim X 700 that has been bobbed. The frame looks good, the engine is there, and so are the carbs. I...
    Thread by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. warthogcrewchief
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    XJ700 shock help please, just need suggestions.

    I too am a fan of the Progressive shocks. Another great resource for new shocks (and other parts) would be www.partsnmore.com Most sets are...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 11, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. warthogcrewchief
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    Compression check

    Yes, I forgot it's a square head and not a hexagonal head. I wonder if a 12 point socket would work better than a 6 point socket? I saw that...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Compression check

    If I remember correctly, it is a 19mm socket.
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. warthogcrewchief
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    Compression check

    Another "crazy" idea would be to secure the engine (if not in the frame), and pull the side engine cover off. Use an electric drill with a socket...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. warthogcrewchief
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    Compression check

    Another "crazy" idea would be to secure the engine (if not in the frame), and pull the side engine cover off. Use an electric drill with a socket...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. warthogcrewchief
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    "New" 1983 750Maxim

    I agree that time destroys most things rubber. However, I've seen some pretty nasty bikes that were not protected in a crate that still had...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. warthogcrewchief
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    Check out these bearings w/ only 55k miles!

    I checked for play on the rear ones...there's some life left in these. I'll be changing out the rear ones when I start the partial tear down of...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Fork Rebuild Tool Question

    It should be the same as the Ventures. I got two -2 foot sections of steel pipe with threading at both ends. While at the hardware store, I had...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Check out these bearings w/ only 55k miles!

    I got a set of All Ball bearings for the front. It was about $17 and that had all the grease seals too! Took about 30 minutes to change out.......
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. warthogcrewchief
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    Check out these bearings w/ only 55k miles!

    Yes, the front bearings are easy to change out. I installed "All Balls" brand sealed bearings this evening. I also knocked out a brake fluid...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. warthogcrewchief
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    Check out these bearings w/ only 55k miles!

    When I picked up my bike over the weekend, I knew it had something wrong up front as my dad had described a "horrible metal on metal sound" from...
    Thread by: warthogcrewchief, Sep 4, 2012, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. warthogcrewchief
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    parting out an '85 XJ700 Maxim X

    Do you still have the sissy bar with the pad? How about the chrome airbox covers and the airbox?
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 16, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  24. warthogcrewchief
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    Reintroduction

    I joined this forum in 2009. I haven't used it much because I didn't have my XJ700. Although, I'm getting my first bike back (the exact same...
    Thread by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 16, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. warthogcrewchief
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    Wanted: '85-'86 XJ700 Maxim parts

    I'm looking for the following items for my 1985 XJ700 Maxim: - chromed (plastic) air box covers - tall sissy bar with pad (not the factory 2"...
    Thread by: warthogcrewchief, Aug 16, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    How did you get here?

    I found this site looking for parts on google for my 1985 XJ700 that I plan on buying this weekend. I also have a 1985 XJ700 that I gave to my...
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Apr 25, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    85 Maxim x xj700x parting out

    PM Sent. I've got one XJ700 (possibly two by this weekend) that I'll be looking to find parts for.
    Post by: warthogcrewchief, Apr 25, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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