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  1. grutz
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    Bike wont start...HELP!

    Okay, got the compression gauge. I may have found my problem. I'm reading zip, zero, zilch on all four cylinders. Not sure what I've done...
    Post by: grutz, Apr 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. grutz
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    Bike wont start...HELP!

    Float levels checked out. Hadn't put the airbox boots back on yet, but I'll do that before my next attempt to see if it'll help. Will also do a...
    Post by: grutz, Apr 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. grutz
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    Bike wont start...HELP!

    Am doing a jump start. Tried starter fluid, nothing, and labeled the spark plug wires so I wouldn't get them mixed up. She's not even firing,...
    Post by: grutz, Apr 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. grutz
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    Bike wont start...HELP!

    Hello all. I've finished reassembling my '81 XJ 650. I had pulled the cylinder head, drilled out the broken exhaust studs, helicoiled, pulled...
    Thread by: grutz, Apr 4, 2010, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. grutz
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    Cylinder head advice

    Well, since I was the lazy machine shop, I can't complain too much. Okay, back to the Haynes manual. Next step, valve disassembly, lots o'...
    Post by: grutz, Mar 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. grutz
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    Cylinder head advice

    Okay! I've got the head drilled and heli-coiled so my exhaust will actually have something to bolt to. Does anyone have any advice on cleaning...
    Thread by: grutz, Mar 17, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. grutz
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    HELP! Cylinder head stuck

    Thanks, but I figured out that if I remove the four bolts in the center (the ones that I broke loose, but then completely forgot about), it comes...
    Post by: grutz, Mar 15, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. grutz
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    HELP! Cylinder head stuck

    Does anyone have any tricks on removing the cylinder head from an 81 maxim 650? I've the haynes manual and have followed all of the steps, but...
    Thread by: grutz, Mar 12, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. grutz
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    Two XJ650 Midnight Maxims (PART OUT) *PRICES REDUCED 50%*

    Not sure what it's called, need the upper part of the engine, the part the exhaust bolts on to on the front and the carb boots attach to on the...
    Post by: grutz, Mar 8, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. grutz
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    Sound off Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan Riders

    Akron, Ohio
    Post by: grutz, Sep 23, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. grutz
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    Bill Schmitt Card Ride organizational thread!

    Again, I'm in the Akron area available for a 100 miles or so in any direction.
    Post by: grutz, Sep 9, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. grutz
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    Bill Schmitt Card Ride organizational thread!

    Still willing from akron to ???. I'll need some advance notice, though since I've work and kids and stuff.
    Post by: grutz, Aug 25, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. grutz
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    Rubbing Brakes

    No, they'll gradually lock up;) I know, because the valve in my MC likes to stick, such that the fluid I push down into the caliper when I pull...
    Post by: grutz, Aug 19, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. grutz
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    Bill Schmitt Card Ride organizational thread!

    Akron Ohio here! Can carry it east to Pittsburgh, or south to ... ???
    Post by: grutz, Aug 19, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. grutz
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    Fuel Efficiency...what's your story?

    I get right around 50mpg.
    Post by: grutz, Aug 10, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. grutz
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    The motorcycle rider's wave

    I always wave, provided I don't need that hand on the clutch, in which case I'll nod. And y'all need to lay off the harley guys...You ever...
    Post by: grutz, Aug 7, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. grutz
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    Bad News about bill - Badly Hurt

    Rest in Peace Bill.
    Post by: grutz, Aug 3, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. grutz
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    How many miles?

    Wow, 40 - 50 miles on a Harley? That's a LOT of pushing!!:) My daily commute is 65 miles round-trip. Do that 5 days a week, rain or shine....
    Post by: grutz, Aug 3, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. grutz
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    Get Well Relay

    Fitz, Already done. Thought he had me there in his earlier post detailing what routes he currently had.
    Post by: grutz, Aug 3, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. grutz
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    Get Well Relay

    I've got Akron to Pittsburgh. Just need to know when.
    Post by: grutz, Aug 3, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. grutz
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    Hey Everyone..New Guy Here

    Congrats on passing what I like to call the "useless" test. Ohio's motorcycle test is a joke. I passed mine a few weeks ago. At least I know...
    Post by: grutz, Aug 1, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. grutz
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    Get Well Relay

    Heck, I'll fire up the grill for you guys. No problem.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 31, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. grutz
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    Home made cooling vests

    I'd be interested except that it's decided not to get hot here this summer. Figures, last year, no A/C at the house, and it's 90+ degrees...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 31, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. grutz
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    Get Well Relay

    Well, seeing as how I am in Akron, If you guys want to meet, let me know. I've a big yard. Just need to know when ahead of time. We've got some...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 31, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. grutz
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    Get Well Relay

    Jonmarkos, e-mail sent.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 30, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. grutz
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    lets talk octane!

    High test? My baby looooves the cheap stuff. Doesn't run as good on the better stuff. No surprise considering what she's expecting...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. grutz
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    Got a chopper for FREE today....

    Probably has varnish in the carb bows...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 29, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. grutz
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    Get Well Relay

    I'm in Akron Ohio. I can go west to Toledo, east to pittsburgh, or south to marietta or columbus. Oh, I guess north to cleveland too, but I do...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 29, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. grutz
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    fool made me crash

    Definately have to get a report. He's already in trouble for leaving the scene of the accident.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 29, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. grutz
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    Bad News about bill - Badly Hurt

    Our prayers go out to bill and his family at this time.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 28, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. grutz
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    Odd starting issue

    Bad petcock maybe? Could be letting fuel flow when there's no vacuum.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. grutz
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    You know what sucks worse than having to fix an XJ?

    Glad to hear you're getting better.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 23, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. grutz
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    shift lever

    Drop Chacal a line. He's really good about figuring out what the part you need is called, and odds are, he's got one in stock.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. grutz
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    No power! Pease help

    I had similar symptoms. I ended up pushing the bike for about 5 miles because I thought it "fixed" itself. Was a connection coming loose inside...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 19, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. grutz
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    Thanks to everyone here; I hope you'll still accept me.

    Congrats. Nice bike and quit smoking.
    Post by: grutz, Jul 19, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. grutz
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    HELP!! Please help, Bike DIED when riding ~SOLVED!!~

    Re: HELP!! Please help, Bike DIED when riding The magnet is probably why the starter wouldn't turn over, but I wouldn't think it would make the...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 17, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. grutz
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    Got my Endorsement!!!

    Thanks, all. Baz, no worries, I wear my gear whenever I ride... My favorite is still the guy I saw riding down the road, full helmet, gloves,...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 17, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. grutz
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    Got my Endorsement!!!

    Took my test this morning. Passed with flying colors!
    Thread by: grutz, Jul 15, 2009, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. grutz
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    Brake Bleeding

    I was in a hurry. Used a medicine syringe that we had from when the kids were babies. Costs a couple of bucks at the local drug store. Hook it...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 9, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. grutz
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    broken exhaust stud HELP!!

    OUCH! I feel your pain. First, to answer your question, The threads are normal (counter-clockwise to loosen). If you can get some heat +...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 7, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. grutz
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    parting out an 82 xj650

    I'm looking for the part of the engine that the exhaust bolts onto. Can't remember the name. PO broke off several of my exhaust studs...
    Post by: grutz, Jul 7, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  42. grutz
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    Changing Tires 82 XJ750 Seca

    Just did my rear tire saturday. Wasn't too much trouble. Dealer wanted $40 to do it if I brought the wheel and tire in. Best other than that...
    Post by: grutz, Jun 30, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  43. grutz
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Two day post: Yesterday - Changed back tire, cleaned / inspected / adjusted rear brakes, rebuilt master cylinder, adjusted my handlebars forward...
    Post by: grutz, Jun 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. grutz
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    Turn Signal problems

    I had to pull my switch apart and clean it. The contacts in there had build up on them. One quick test, can you get the signals to work by...
    Post by: grutz, Jun 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. grutz
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    First wreck

    Took the headlight apart. The broken piece is actually just the metal bracket that holds the lamp in. the metal ring separated from two of the...
    Post by: grutz, Jun 26, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. grutz
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    Wanted: Ignition, gas cover, key. xj 650

    I got a set made for $30. It's pretty easy to bypass the ignition to get it to the locksmith. If you follow the wires (there are three of them,...
    Post by: grutz, Jun 25, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. grutz
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    First Ride to Work Today!

    Congrads! I can't wait til I can ride to work again.
    Post by: grutz, Jun 25, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. grutz
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    I'm done

    Take it easy and heal up. I went down on mine yesterday too. Hope you're better soon.
    Post by: grutz, Jun 25, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. grutz
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    First wreck

    Badly bruised knee and some stitches in my shin. Wife wont let me ride for a few days;) The vicodin help.
    Post by: grutz, Jun 25, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. grutz
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Laid it down...on my leg...no riding for a while...
    Post by: grutz, Jun 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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