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  1. treefort
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    82 maxim 750 electrical issue

    I'm no expert, but I would guess loose or corroded connections.
    Post by: treefort, Feb 9, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. treefort
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    Botched my Tank paint job

    Sorry to hear about it. Post pics?
    Post by: treefort, Feb 9, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. treefort
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    Air intake for carbs

    What makes you think they are loose? Are the clamps not tight? Is it leaking air?
    Post by: treefort, Feb 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. treefort
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    First ride today. Another XJ gets back on the road.

    Ain't that the truth!!! O.P., Ride safe!
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. treefort
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    I can finally get started

    Kreem or POR-15? (I'd recommend wearing a mask! MEK is not pretty.) Good luck, post before and after pics!
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. treefort
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    What's your battery voltage readings?

    Also, Are you battery connections tight? What kind of sound do you get when you turn it over? Crank but no start, a few cranks then...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    What's your battery voltage readings?

    If the ignition is in the "on" position, the headlight should be on. I'd also check to see if you can get blinkers horn, tail lights, too....
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Air Filter Question...

    When is the last time you replaced the air filter? Are the plugs gapped correctly and firing consistently? (I know this isn't your question,...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. treefort
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    Ok... so need to install this aftermarket speedo; need ideas

    Re: Ok... so need to install this aftermarket speedo; need i If I'm getting this right, you're trying to design your own instrument cluster....
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My new tank paint

    Amazing paint job! What's your address? I've got a Seca 400 tank that could use your touch. :lol:
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. treefort
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    This is my favorite xj bike so far...

    Wow, I like it. ...It would be nice to pull the stock seat off of my Maxim and do something like that, but I've got a pillion with me quite a bit...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Carburator disassembly

    .... :lol: :lol: :lol: I suppose I should have checked the date of the original post. ...I'm new here. 8)
    Post by: treefort, Jan 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    I got lights, I got Camera and No action...

    Not sure if this was mentioned in the linked post, but have you checked the kickstand safety switch? It was, in all probability, an issue with mine.
    Post by: treefort, Jan 28, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carburator disassembly

    Perhaps all obvious point, perhaps not. Nevertheless: 1. Soak them in penetrating oil. 2. Use a quality (I, personally, prefer Snap-On) bit...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 28, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Quick Introduction

    I've always wondered how long a fortnight was. :lol:
    Post by: treefort, Jan 28, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. treefort
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    Hello World ... New Member

    After 5 years of sitting, at very least, I'd consider the fuel, fuel tank and carbs suspect.
    Post by: treefort, Jan 26, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Quick Introduction

    It's not so much the garages- I've gotten free air from them every time I've needed it- but the gas stations. It's annoying, to be sure, but if,...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 26, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Replacing the intake boots on 1980 xj650 maxim

    My experience with them pretty much echoes all of the previous sentiment. From the diagram I'm looking at, Diagram you've got your air box, carb...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Looking for advice on Dual Sports

    I'm eying the 08 b/c that's the first year that the KLR was majorly revamped. I'm not sure if it's fuel injected or not, but I'd prefer carbs; as...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 25, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    Quick Introduction

    I wish it would've been a quarter pump, it was one of those air hose attachments that have about a 4"-6" body and two nozzles on the end set at...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 25, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Looking for advice on Dual Sports

    As much as I like my Maxim, I'm adding to the stable. I'm looking for advice on dual sports. I've been doing some research and, for monetary...
    Thread by: treefort, Jan 24, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    '82 xj750j noob here, got a question for all ye learned!

    I'm not sure what you're looking to spend, but I've had great dealings with these folks: Yamaha Sports Plaza
    Post by: treefort, Jan 24, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    How did you get here?

    I found my way via google! I wanted to get a better idea of what I was doing pulling the rear wheel on my 83 750 Maxim and found it here.
    Post by: treefort, Jan 24, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Quick Introduction

    Got her taken care of already, thanks! I put her on the center-stand (which elevated the rear wheel enough to pull it) and have a hydraulic jack...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 24, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Better than using a bedroom for working on bikes... haha

    :lol: Naturally.... :P
    Post by: treefort, Jan 24, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Can't get motivated

    I'm generally pretty good about winter motivation, as I have the benefit of trolling over to my parents place and working on my bike in their...
    Post by: treefort, Jan 24, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Quick Introduction

    Hello to all, As I just signed up today, I thought I'd introduce myself. I'm a 27 year old guy from NE and currently own two Yamaha...
    Thread by: treefort, Jan 24, 2010, 17 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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