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  1. clipperskipper
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    Emulsion tube removal:

    The bowls have been soaking in carb cleaner since Thursday, indeed stubborn. Using a drill bit as an auger looks like a good option, wire size I...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. clipperskipper
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    Emulsion tube removal:

    Thank you all for the expert guidance! I completely disassembled each carb, jet, etc. I did locate the small washers and o-rings at the bottom of...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. clipperskipper
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    Emulsion tube removal:

    Thank you for the fast reply! The emulsion tubes pushed out easily, all but one was completely clogged. The mixture screws and springs...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 8, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Emulsion tube removal:

    Hi am cleaning the carbs on my '82 XJ650J, and need to remove both the mixture screws and emulsion tubes. I used the search function on the site,...
    Thread by: clipperskipper, Dec 8, 2012, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. clipperskipper
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    New to XJBikes!

    Good shape I can't get over the pipes!
    Post by: clipperskipper, Mar 1, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. clipperskipper
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    Dont bother ordering from these guys.

    Probably the Chinese metric equivalent.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Mar 1, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. clipperskipper
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    SCORE!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Craigslist find?
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 12, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. clipperskipper
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    Insane CB750 price, Big Fitz!!! Hope you have yours

    There were a couple of these at Bettencourts auction last year. I'm still kicking my own a$$ for not picking them up, they were cheap.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 12, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. clipperskipper
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    Tail Light stays on

    I was under the impression that was a Euro thing, older Benz's had the park feature will would illuminate the park lamps on whichever side you...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 10, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. clipperskipper
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    member joshua still owes me money -warning to other members

    That sucks, dampers usually come with the rest of the bike attached. People don't realize how far unemployment and the mortgage mess affects everyone.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 7, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. clipperskipper
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    Big Hi from VietNam--- Yamaha 550 police

    Hey tons of storage for beer, I mean groceries, etc. Just curious if the crash bars were a factory or dealer option?
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 6, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. clipperskipper
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    XJ900 fork mounted fairing question

    Amazing how we have a higher regard for life and limb as we get older. I know I'm slowing down on the dirt when I get passed by a kid on a 125CC...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. clipperskipper
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    seems to loose a cylinder intermitent

    Me too although I saw a couple of CRF'S in the back of a pickup, at 42 degrees still warm enough for the dirt.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. clipperskipper
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    83 seca 900 on ebay

    It's got the Evil Knievel paint scheme going...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  15. clipperskipper
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    Good times

    Climate change for certain...remember DC last year?
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 4, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. clipperskipper
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    fuell stabilizer

    E10 and oxygenated fuels are 50 state now with the exception of a couple of marinas. Everyone on this site is correct, Sea Foam is the one product...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 4, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. clipperskipper
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    Zinc and Cadmium Electroplating...

    Can you apply different finishes with the Eastwood kit?
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 2, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  18. clipperskipper
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    Yet another rust removal process

    I read that ketchup was quite a metal cleaner too, with its acidic properties.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Dec 2, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. clipperskipper
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    Parting out: 1983 XJ750

    I don't think I'll ever have locks keyed alike, there's always a swap in there somewhere.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  20. clipperskipper
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    Yeeee Haw! look what I just won on Fle-Bay

    Tunes to go, very cool!
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. clipperskipper
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    Mileage. A poll.

    Consistent 50+mpg on my XJ650J.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. clipperskipper
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    Thoughts on why so many XJs have "sat a while" & low miles?

    I have run across several 80's bikes with low miles due to lost interest, never registered, needs a new rear tire but I never got to it and the...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 29, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. clipperskipper
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    Hi from Oxford Ga.

    Welcome from Sunny Cape Cod!
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 29, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. clipperskipper
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    Oil Cooler adapter flange on eBay seller has no clue

    Engine part is all encompassing, beats 'the thingy that goes up front'.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 28, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  25. clipperskipper
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    Hiya

    Welcome from Cape Cod. I ride the same scooter, it's treated me well. Paul Newman used to say HiYa.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 28, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. clipperskipper
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    81 seca 750 quit running and will not start now

    Look great, just be careful of the tire dressing as centripetal force will work its way toward the tread.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    NTSB - Ins. Co.'s Lobbyists Pushing For MANDATORY Helmet Law

    I agree, everyone should own a helmet.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 27, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Brakes Grabbing in Reverse

    Is it possible that turning the bars was either tugging or pinching a brake hose? I had this happen with the throttle cable at least, the PO had...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Very Rough Idle: did I just find the culprit?

    A clogged pilot jet will definitely affect the idle, these must be kept pristine at all cost. Beautiful job on those carbs, you can see yourself...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ1100 - Amazing

    My seat is pretty comfy, although the PO recovered it and also replaced the pad at the same time. It beats the new motocross bikes, they're like...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 27, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Follow me on this one- I want to get rid of some 80's jive

    Additional unsprung weight would be subject to unwanted gyroscopic precession when you turn the front wheel. Remember the 'Whizzer'?
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Locked gas cap, no key

    They're fairly low-tech locking mechanisms, try a small scratch awl in order to press the tumblers into place, then a small blade to rotate the...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 24, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  33. clipperskipper
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    High Performance Spark Plugs - Anyone tried these?

    There is an iridium equivalent to the NGK, however I don't think you will get any more bang for your buck, they simply last longer.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. clipperskipper
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    5w30 or 20w50?

    I stick with 10w40 HP4 blend year round. This provides easier starting and shifting, and the airheads run cooler.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. clipperskipper
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    Oil seeping around head gasket

    The valve gasket is pretty easy to change. Give all of the hardware a good soaking with blaster or similar.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. clipperskipper
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    XJ1100 - Amazing

    There's no replacement for displacement. How does the handling differ between the two?
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 21, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. clipperskipper
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    Stupid Question...

    A spare set is a great idea, I suppose it wouldn't hurt to hide a key some play on the scooter. I wouldn't place keys in luggage, not with TSA...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. clipperskipper
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    Need to make my 650 Maxim taller

    I have been running approximately six psi in my '82 650 Maxim with good results if this helps, I'm 6'3".
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. clipperskipper
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    FINALLY ! ! ! ! CARBS Done!

    Re: FINALLY ! ! ! ! Seems like a good deal, Thanks for the info.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 17, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  40. clipperskipper
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    Fuel Injected XJ750 *UPDATE*

    Re: Fuel Injecting a Seca for Senior Design Project - Need Help! Seasons will change, children will be born before completing this project....
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 16, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  41. clipperskipper
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    new member with new '82 XJ650

    Great scooter have fun with it!
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 15, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  42. clipperskipper
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    Bad accident...

    This is the kind of press I don't like to read, R.I.P.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  43. clipperskipper
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    starting in neutral without the clutch

    My XJ starts in neutral, side stand down, without the clutch. If I pull the clutch in, and put it in gear with the side stand down, the engine is...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 13, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. clipperskipper
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    Paint Gun

    The Harbor Freight guns aren't bad, and they have a decent selection of tips. They work as well as a Devilbiss Finish Line, for 1/10th of the price.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 12, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. clipperskipper
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    that can't be comfortable

    Since there were no vinty Yamahas in the drop down menu, I placed the rider on a BMW Adventurer, looked correct then.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 11, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. clipperskipper
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    Seca Turbo for sale, and cheap!

    This ad was up a couple of weeks ago. I emailed the seller, interested in your Yamaha, have cash in hand", etc. never did reply.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 11, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. clipperskipper
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    How do you like your XJ

    Great bike, really all I need. It starts and runs great, has a great sound, plenty of power for me, draws a lot of comments. I look at it as a...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 11, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    How they heck do you lift the engine off?

    Just did this with one of the Penton's. Engine was seized but good with magnesium cases but once I had a little tension on it, a lever in the...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 10, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Fair price for Maxim side covers?

    When I purchased my XJ last year, the right side cover was extrememly loose since the grommets were cracked and dried out. You'll want to...
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 10, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    White VIN labels

    That's clever, sort of like the guy on the History Channel that restores everything down to minute detail.
    Post by: clipperskipper, Nov 9, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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