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  1. absolin
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    PUSH START to get 81 Seca 550 to start. Battery is charged.

    I'm having the same problem with my '81 XJ550. Bump start is no problem, cold start turns over healthy but won't start. I've repaired various...
    Post by: absolin, Jan 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    81 XJ550 Cafe build

    looks great! hey, I like that luggage rack you have pictured in the pre-build. I've been looking for a way to increase my carrying capacity...
    Post by: absolin, Jan 6, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Carb Synch

    I have a motion sync pro tool with 4 gauges. not the cheapest solution but worked like a charm! also had to get a yics tool
    Post by: absolin, Jan 5, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Ok I have a electrical dilemma.....

    do I need to sand both where the bars are clamped onto the bike (in the middle of the handlebars), and also where the starter switch clamps to the...
    Post by: absolin, Dec 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ok I have a electrical dilemma.....

    chromed handlebars mean your switch isn't grounded? oh man! I gotta get out the sanding kit. I've been fiddling with that thing for months....
    Post by: absolin, Dec 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ignition Coil Identification Help

    resolved: Plug 2 had a corroded wire Plug 3 had a completely broken cap - resistance of 700ohms (vs 5ohm spec) Running MUCH better now. 2 & 3...
    Post by: absolin, Dec 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ignition Coil Identification Help

    I rechecked. If I dig the tips of the multimeter into the solder, the resistance goes down to 2.9. When I touch the tips of the multimeter...
    Post by: absolin, Dec 1, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Seat Repair in San Francisco?

    Hi, Does anybody know a good place to get a seat repaired/restiched in San Francisco? I planned on going to Janine Arnold in the Sunset, but...
    Thread by: absolin, Nov 30, 2010, 2 replies, in forum: Western US and Canada
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    Ignition Coil Identification Help

    Thanks cds, I'll recheck my calibration, and also try with another multimeter. I checked the 1/4 coil where the wires connect to the coil, but...
    Post by: absolin, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    motor paint

    my previous owner sprayed some type of aluminum colored paint on my motor. and a lot of other parts. It's horrible! flakes off with a thumbnail....
    Post by: absolin, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    RPM Gauge

    mine was jumpy, I cleaned it up, but it wound up breaking at the tip awhile after reinstallation. Just too worn down. Some rust got in there as...
    Post by: absolin, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Mileage. A poll.

    I'm getting horrible mileage right now. 29mpg on my XJ550. I just cleaned the carbs (they were already clean) and replaced the carb boots. I...
    Post by: absolin, Nov 30, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Ignition Coil Identification Help

    Hi, Can anyone help me identify the ignition coils on my bike? It's a 1981 XJ550 The coils each have the following printed on them: 12v...
    Thread by: absolin, Nov 30, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Clear coat cracked like dried mud @_@

    - I read on one site that I should wait a full week before applying the clear coat. - Another site said that it could be caused by the clear coat...
    Post by: absolin, Sep 18, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Clear coat cracked like dried mud @_@

    I'm in the process of repainting my tank. I had an issue (#8 below) and would appreciate any insight. Here was my steps, starting with a bare...
    Thread by: absolin, Sep 18, 2010, 9 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Dang, I thought for sure my next bike would be a KLR

    ha, my KLR got stolen and I was set on getting a replacement. Then I ran into an '81 Maxim XJ550 and bought it that afternoon.
    Post by: absolin, Sep 18, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Carb Clinics

    In San Francisco: I've got a YICS tool and I think I'm going to get the Motion Pro Sync Tool from Mission Motorcycles. I just took apart and...
    Post by: absolin, Sep 18, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    revving at a stop

    Hey blackthunder, My 81 XJ550 is was doing the same thing. I had just cleaned the carbs, replaced the boots, and replaced the air filter with a...
    Post by: absolin, Aug 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New XJ650 owner here...I have some Q's.

    I'm getting ready to pull my carbs off, and have been advised by my mechanic that if I'm going to disassemble for a cleaning then I should get the...
    Post by: absolin, Aug 3, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Anyone here live in the San Francisco/bay area?

    Hey SFers, I'm in lower haight. Picked up a '81 Maxim XJ 550 about a month back from the Bikeyard near Portreo Hill. I'm less of a weekend...
    Post by: absolin, Aug 2, 2010 in forum: Western US and Canada
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