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  1. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Re: Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with thrott Sorry all, got really busy with a Vulcan. The issue is not yet resolved but I have a...
    Post by: tfish400, Feb 16, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. tfish400
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    Whats up everybody!! 81 xj650 Build Thread

    Really digging the front rim. Please tell me you're gonna do it. There's a guy around here that makes a nearly bolt-on kit to put a rear rim on...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 10, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  3. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    I'm good on blinker fluid, but I can't find the old style alternator filters.
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Yes sir.
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. tfish400
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    Just making sure you thought of testing it! The old jump up and down method is the industry standard, I believe. Keep up the good work and the...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    I think this shop is one of the ones that does quality work on older metric bikes but charges premium prices. Their front office is completely...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Re: Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with thrott Don't give me a hard time, Dave. :roll: I'm trying any excuse to not do it. The guy...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Re: Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with thrott That engine is stunning. 8O I'll try looking up someone that does media blasting...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    I've got the manual printed and I've referred to it once or twice. Seeing as the bike is stripped down to nothing, I can have the engine off in 10...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Check out the engine mounts that hang the engine from the goofy frame on a 400 maxim/seca and then look at the valve cover. Now that I think about...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Fiiiiiine. I'll get out the ol' feelers, take the engine off of the bike, and have a go at it.
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    :[ I really really don't wanna. I know I have to... Would there be any symptoms of the clearances being off?
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Orange-n-Black, I just read in your build thread about using pinesol for cleaning carbs. How did it work? After reading about the throttle shaft...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 9, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    I tested the compression first thing when I bought the bike. It's perfect. Rick, I have a set. ;]
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    After all of the work I've done building this damn bike, I'm not going to stop just because the carbs are acting a little funny. I bought a new...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Also, thanks for all of the help guys. I'll keep you posted if anyone cares.
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    I may try to find a set of wrecked boots one day and try it out. Fabbing the 2-1 would not be very difficult, but it may be more trouble than the...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Also, anyone know some up- and down-sides to converting to a single carb? I have a jet kit and I can find some shims to make it work as long as...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Yeah, I forget the size.
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    Okay so the general consensus is that my carbs are clogged or out of sync. I can say with some certainty that they're not clogged as I broke them...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    I'm going to have to do some research on that. I'm sure there's a tutorial already typed up somewhere. I'll look and report back. Thanks Fitz
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. tfish400
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    Runs at high idle with choke, Idles but dies with throttle

    I have a Yamaha xs400 Maxim that runs very strong, starts within 2 seconds of turning the starter, and doesn't muck up plugs. The only problem is...
    Thread by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013, 45 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Finally got around to modifying my frame. (update 1.7.13)

    I hate to be the bearer of bad news but that geometry doesn't look kosher. When that shock compresses, the swingarm is just going to go up and...
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    WTB: '82 400 Maxim highway crash bars

    Well I'll be damned. That's it. Thanks for everything guys. I might buy those but it seems a shame to buy perfect old stock and cut it up. If...
    Post by: tfish400, Dec 15, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    WTB: '82 400 Maxim highway crash bars

    12R good sir.
    Post by: tfish400, Dec 13, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  26. tfish400
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    WTB: '82 400 Maxim highway crash bars

    Thanks for the links, but here's the issue: the 82 maxim was built like an xj but the engine hangs from the heads. There's no down tubes.
    Post by: tfish400, Dec 13, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    WTB: '82 400 Maxim highway crash bars

    Mind helping me out? I've looked and looked and nothing.
    Post by: tfish400, Dec 12, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    WTB: '82 400 Maxim highway crash bars

    I have been searching high and low for some highway bars for my 1982 Maxim 400 with no luck. I don't care what they look like, they are likely to...
    Thread by: tfish400, Dec 12, 2012, 9 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  29. tfish400
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    Artie's Custom 400 True Hard Tail Bobber...

    Re: Artie's 82' XJ 400 bobber project...research then build... I did a complete hardtail on my 400 maxim. if you want, i'll post pics. it's just...
    Post by: tfish400, Feb 17, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. tfish400
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    XS400 Maxim Kennys build - (pics hardtail/bobber)

    btw. does anyone know where to get cheap filler necks for custom tanks? I want the old cam style, but the best deal I could find was ~$15/ea
    Post by: tfish400, Feb 17, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. tfish400
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    XS400 Maxim Kennys build - (pics hardtail/bobber)

    it's not possible. I'm doing a hard tail with a lot of stretch on this same bike and i'm having to build custom tanks (out of air compressor...
    Post by: tfish400, Feb 17, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. tfish400
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    my 1981 xj650 true hardtail project

    Update? I have a feeling this is going to be an awesome piece of work.
    Post by: tfish400, Jan 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. tfish400
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    Artie's Custom 400 True Hard Tail Bobber...

    Re: Artie's 82' XJ 400 bobber project...research then build... We are doing the same build! BTW, the axle is 17mm. Good luck! If you get...
    Post by: tfish400, Nov 18, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. tfish400
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    For those wanting cheap LED plate bolts - Ebay Find

    purchased. thanks bob
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 17, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  35. tfish400
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    WTB: XJ400 maxim parts. (parts for sale as well)

    bump. not one?
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 16, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  36. tfish400
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    WTB: XJ400 maxim parts. (parts for sale as well)

    Is anyone parting one of these out or have parts to sell? Chacal doesn't carry parts for these. I have A LOT of parts for this bike as well. PM me...
    Thread by: tfish400, Sep 14, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  37. tfish400
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    I NEED xs400 carb holders

    Figures. So are mine. Thanks anyway!
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 13, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  38. tfish400
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    Artie's Custom 400 True Hard Tail Bobber...

    Re: Artie's 82' XJ 400 bobber project...research then build... That's the decision I'm trying to make. The kit would make things a lot easier,...
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 12, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    I NEED xs400 carb holders

    Any news trgrhappy?
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 12, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  40. tfish400
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    Artie's Custom 400 True Hard Tail Bobber...

    Re: Artie's 82' XJ 400 bobber project...research then build... We all have the same bike! I've completely chopped mine down and am about to...
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 xs400 maxim and 1982 xj750 parts for sale!

    @xyxj650: yeah, I have the gas cap, but it is currently holding gasoline in the tank. I had someone interested in the tank. If he doesn't get back...
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 10, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  42. tfish400
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    Need engine for '85 XJ 700 Maxim. In Orlando

    Richmond Hill, GA. I forget which exit number it is, but it's a straight shot on 95
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 10, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    XJ700 and XS400 parts 4 sale

    Is there and echo in here?
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 9, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  44. tfish400
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    Need engine for '85 XJ 700 Maxim. In Orlando

    air cooled, not worth shipping (I live on I-95) so it would be a day trip for you to come pick it up.
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 9, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  45. tfish400
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    Need engine for '85 XJ 700 Maxim. In Orlando

    I have a 1982 yamaha xj750 maxim. I have no idea if the engine fits, but it turns and I could sell you the whole bike for very cheap.
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 9, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    I NEED xs400 carb holders

    That price sounds perfect! If you could, post a pic of one to see if they are the right ones. Thanks so much
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 9, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  47. tfish400
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    1982 xs400 maxim and 1982 xj750 parts for sale!

    Sorry guys. They are both maxims. I have pretty much everything for sale but the engine and frame on both bikes. The XJ is in rough shape, while...
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 8, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    I NEED xs400 carb holders

    If anyone has the left and right carb holders for a 1982-1983 xs400 maxim/seca/special for sale please let me know. I can trade other xs400 or...
    Thread by: tfish400, Sep 8, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    1982 xs400 maxim and 1982 xj750 parts for sale!

    Hey everyone, I'm new to this site. Most of what I'm getting rid of is in good shape. Parts include: gas tanks for both bikes, seats for both,...
    Thread by: tfish400, Sep 7, 2010, 6 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  50. tfish400
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    Wanted - parts for 1982 XJ750 Maxim

    If you're still in need of a seat, I have one that is in very good shape. (not show quality, but it doesn't have any rips or heavily worn spots) I...
    Post by: tfish400, Sep 7, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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