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  1. LoDollarDave
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    Wanted: Tach for 82 Seca Atari box

    My bouncing tach needle finally broke - anyone got an unloved Atari box with a working tach?
    Thread by: LoDollarDave, May 23, 2011, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. LoDollarDave
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    Kenda Challengers .. brand new female rider on a 1982 XJ650J

    I replaced the stock Dunlop Qualifiers on my 750 Shadow with Kendas years ago- can't recall the model. The Kendas were great unless there was any...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, May 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. LoDollarDave
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    Throttle Shaft Seals

    Chacal's price for seals is $32.00, and they're in stock (I just ordered mine last week). A big blob of vaseline on the seals will last for an...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. LoDollarDave
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    Two 1982 Seca 750 Overhauls.

    Hi Kr, your to-do list looked so much like mine did not long ago that I just had to chime in - have fun with your build, you're gonna really love...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 21, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. LoDollarDave
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    Cam chain tensioner and the big decisions ...

    My mistake, the damaged part was actually the cam chain center guide, which certainly looked and felt like plastic (clearish white in color,...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. LoDollarDave
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    Cam chain tensioner and the big decisions ...

    Hi Ian, I did a complete engine rebuild on my 82 750 Seca when the local water department turned it into a submarine. Once you split the cases,...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 19, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. LoDollarDave
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    Idle jets in the Great White North

    All the literature tells me that stock idle jets for an 82 XJ750 Seca should be #40, yet every carb rack I've pulled apart for Canadian spec...
    Thread by: LoDollarDave, Apr 17, 2011, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. LoDollarDave
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    lean mixture, jetting carbs, and other problems

    Re: lean mixture, jetting carbs Before jumping into re-jetting, pick up a colortune plug and try adjusting the mixture using the mixture screws....
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. LoDollarDave
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    Re-jetting

    About the only people I would trust to re-jet and tune one of these bikes would be the owner/rider of one who has already done their own - bikes...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. LoDollarDave
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    will not having the airbox/filter on make my xj not idle

    UH-OH! You just used the P word! Don't be surprised if your thread is hijacked by by dozens of people posting just the word: PODS! Seriously...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. LoDollarDave
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    will not having the airbox/filter on make my xj not idle

    You are correct about the airbox and filter being necessary for getting your bike to idle - these bikes seem to need that little bit of air...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. LoDollarDave
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    wondering if a set of mikuni carbs will be worth it???

    If your bikes been sitting for a while, and the idle is out to lunch, smear a little vaseline around the throttle shaft where it exits the sides...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. LoDollarDave
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Brushed the snow off and made a list of carb parts I'm gonna need from Chacal. Maybe it'll be nice enough to ride once I get 'em built again......
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. LoDollarDave
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    Re-jetting

    I'm not too familiar with the turbo, but the K&N I installed in my 750 Seca leaned it out enough to require re-jetting. A lean mixture on a...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Apr 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. LoDollarDave
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    Parting 1982 XJ650RJ

    I see you're using the forks - do you still have your old set? If so, are the anti-dive valves and hoses usable?
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Jun 25, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  16. LoDollarDave
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    Vave Shim Tool - Motion Pro

    I've used 'staked threaded inserts' to repair these thread bores - I'm not a big fan of helicoils. The staked inserts require a larger drill and...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Jun 18, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. LoDollarDave
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    Cafe Racer Discussion

    Wow! Lots of strong opinions regarding labels like 'cafe racer', 'street fighter', 'stock', 'bobber' etc. I've never paid much attention to any...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Jun 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. LoDollarDave
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    Changing Exhausts

    Not sure about the Mac 4/2 pipes, but I know the Jardine 4/1 on my 750rj required major increases on both the idle and main jets, with seemingly...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Jun 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. LoDollarDave
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    Prior posting on carbs

    Check out Chacal's profile page, it has links to carb rebuild articles and parts - pm me if you have additional questions. Note that flooding...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Jun 8, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  20. LoDollarDave
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    WTB: anti-dive valves/valve bodies & lines 82 xj750rj (seca)

    I'm looking for a pair of anti-dive valve assemblies for my 82 750 seca - need the complete valve/valve body that attaches to the bottom rear of...
    Thread by: LoDollarDave, Jun 7, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  21. LoDollarDave
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    Need to get rid of alot of parts

    Is the 82 750 Seca equipped with the anti-dive valves on the bottom of the fork legs? If so, what would you want for the valves/valve bodies and...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Jun 7, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  22. LoDollarDave
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    Guages and Handelbar

    Hmmmm, I obviously don't know how to put pics in posts - sorry - they're in my gallery...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. LoDollarDave
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    Guages and Handelbar

    Chopped instrument cluster, flipped headlight, and custom bars - is this the kind of thing you're looking for?
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. LoDollarDave
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    "To ColorTune .. or, NOT to ColorTune. That is the question

    We've got two sections of highway up here (97 and 22) that run almost from Banff to Jasper (Canadian Rockies, 300+km) with a bare minimum of...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. LoDollarDave
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    Carb problem???

    White smoke and screaming idle would indicate a lean mixture at idle - check your carb bowls for water (especially if the bike spent a long time...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. LoDollarDave
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    Carb Help needed

    Here's another way that keeps you from having to remove and replace the bowls each time: Invert the carbs and remove the bowls, make a paper...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. LoDollarDave
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    Problems with idle...

    Tuning and jetting tips are available from several sources on the web. I haven't seen a specific 'how to tune and tweak your XJ carbs', but the...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 18, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. LoDollarDave
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    "To ColorTune .. or, NOT to ColorTune. That is the question

    I'm with JD - yank 'em and ditch those plugs. You know you're gonna try the colortune ('cos its there), and its gonna be way easier to adjust the...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 17, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. LoDollarDave
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    getting there with this carb/overrevving issue

    Probably the 4-1 with stock filtration that's giving you the most grief right now - tough to balance a mismatch. You may want to try a more free...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 17, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. LoDollarDave
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    Front fork seals 1982 750 Seca

    I've checked out the price for rechroming before - both hard chrome and 'bright' chrome. 4 out of 5 shops won't touch it at any price (they hate...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 16, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. LoDollarDave
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    getting there with this carb/overrevving issue

    Pilot size sounds right - my 82 750RJ came stock with 43s. Mains seem a little small, but this shouldn't have a huge effect at idle - same with...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 16, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. LoDollarDave
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    4-1 Exhaust and Implications - Discussion

    Mixture adjustment using the mixture screws will really only set the mixture for low rpm (idle and off idle - about 1-3k). Your bike will likely...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 15, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. LoDollarDave
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    Front fork seals 1982 750 Seca

    Just did mine this weekend - not too bad, but either lay out your parts as they're removed, or take pics - things can get pretty confusing. Do...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 15, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. LoDollarDave
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    disappointing...

    Surge at idle can be a real PITA to diagnose correctly. Generally caused by a lean idle condition - does your bike idle normally on start, then...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 15, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. LoDollarDave
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    Some Fork Help

    The cheap and painless way to do this is to drill the cap off the cap screw - start with a drill bit slightly larger than the hex key recess in...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 14, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. LoDollarDave
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    2nd Gear and Warning Lights

    Jumping out of 2nd can be a PITA and sounds horrifying when it happens. You may want to check the adjustment of your shift lever - if not correct...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 11, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. LoDollarDave
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    How high do you rev?

    Yeah, the Canuck ones show mph on the inside of the dial, you may be able to make out the numbering on the dash pic in my gallery - pretty tough...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 10, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. LoDollarDave
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    new pix

    The plate is the handlebar center section - you can see the 4 cap screws which secure it to the handlebar mounts. The actual bars are attached...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 10, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. LoDollarDave
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    4-1 or 4-2, What exhaust do I want?

    You should only consider the 4-1 if you're happy with the condition of your carbs (squeaky clean and well sealed), and have the time and patience...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 10, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
  40. LoDollarDave
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    first group ride......

    JPXJ, you may want to make the jump from 1st to 2nd a little earlier (4-6k), then wind her out in 2nd and 3rd. 1st seems to produce more noise...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. LoDollarDave
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    Wanted: 82 Seca 750 anti-dive valves

    Anyone got a parts bike that has these valves/valve-bodies in decent shape? Mine are pooched. Drop me a line...
    Thread by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  42. LoDollarDave
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    Tools for Riding

    the phone's only for emergency outgoing calls! i.e. 'send wrecker and meatwagon', 'the party's at ...', and 'sorry honey, what was I supposed to...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. LoDollarDave
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    new pix

    Some new pics of my old pail are in the gallery. Anyone got feedback on the bars/instrument cluster - cool or just weird?
    Thread by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. LoDollarDave
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    How high do you rev?

    Speedwagon - try to find a Speedo from a Canadian XJ - the 82 Seca 750 caps at 220 kph (140 mph). Of course, you'll have to put up with your...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. LoDollarDave
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    Music while you ride?

    Some of the active noise reduction/active noise cancelling (ANR/ANC) headsets are starting to make the cross-over from aviation to general usage -...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. LoDollarDave
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    Tools for Riding

    That's it! I knew I missed something - thanks 'Goon! The little pry bar was for the spark plug socket (which I forgot, of course). Tape,...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. LoDollarDave
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    Runs crappy cold, then zooms when warm

    Definitely sounds lean at idle if its 'zooming' (lean surge). If everything else seems ok, you may want to check out your throttle shaft seals -...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. LoDollarDave
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    Newb with Newb questions

    Hey Phil, welcome to XJBikes! Congrats on your purchase! Haynes and Clymer both have manuals for the XJ series, but if you spring for the CD or...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 9, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. LoDollarDave
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    Tools for Riding

    My Seca came with 3 combination wrenches (8/10mm, 10/12mm, and 14/17mm), a hokey 2-bit screwdriver (common and phillips), a larger wrench...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 8, 2006 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. LoDollarDave
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    Coils -- I need new coils -- NOW!

    Hmmm, sounds like a what mine's doing - tach is a little unsteady at lower rpm, and goes snaky after about 6-7k. Bike starts to chug and bog...
    Post by: LoDollarDave, Aug 8, 2006 in forum: XJ Modifications
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