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  1. Nortstudio
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    Some parts FS: 1981 XJ550 Seca

    1981 XJ550 Seca tail Light. Great condition. No cracks. No scrapes. $20 plus shipping. Paypal. [img] [img] [img]
    Post by: Nortstudio, Jul 5, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. Nortstudio
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    Some parts FS: 1981 XJ550 Seca

    1981 XJ550 Seca headlight mounting Ears. Chrome looks good. Very slight pitting (don't know if I'd even call it that - patina really), but...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Jul 5, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. Nortstudio
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    Some parts FS: 1981 XJ550 Seca

    1981 XJ550 Seca Gauges. Good condition. They were working - since I was able to get the power up on the bike (but little else!). Small crack in...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Jul 5, 2011 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. Nortstudio
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    Some parts FS: 1981 XJ550 Seca

    Hey folks. I joined this forum when I thought I was going to make an attempt to restore a 1981 XJ550 Seca. With the help of a few members...
    Thread by: Nortstudio, Jul 5, 2011, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Thanks Fitz. I will get a chance to do this sometime next week. Locked away at work until then (ugh!). I'm anxious to see what's happening in...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Sorry I've been so out of the loop. I did a compression test on 2 cylinder (then the solenoid overheated) with some horrible results. #1...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Nortstudio
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    1981 XJ550RH....next tests

    ...Now that you mention it, I'm up for checking any things you think are obvious points of suffering when a bike has been sitting in the weather...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Nortstudio
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    1981 XJ550RH....next tests

    Thanks Fitz. I've seen the XJforever page (s). I gotta tell you: impressive how much he's amassed for these bike; I want to jump off a bridge...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Nortstudio
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    1981 XJ550RH....next tests

    Thanks so much Fitz. I'll be on the lookout. It doesn't click at all - as in zero sound of any kind, which is what led me to believe that it...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Nortstudio
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    1981 XJ550RH....next tests

    I thought Fitz had mentioned that I could disconnect them. What would be the best way to accomplish taking the safety mechanisms out of the...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Nortstudio
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    1981 XJ550RH....next tests

    I have gotten some great feedback here for my 550, and I thank you for that. Tomorrow I will be doing a compression test to see how that looks....
    Thread by: Nortstudio, Apr 7, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Ok, gottcha. I ended up realizing that was me being weird with the ignition switch. Sorry about that - it's buried deep in the thread. Thanks...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Very clever indeed.... I'm fascinated by this ignition routing. Hoping the manual will help. So much more advanced than the old CB550. In just...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    [Slight] update: I have a service manual on the way! No time for a compression check in the rain today. Will try tomorrow. Thanks again for...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Nortstudio
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    First bike, carb question

    I would try PM'ing him. He seems pretty thorough :)
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Nortstudio
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    First bike, carb question

    I'm pretty sure they are called carb boots, and manifold boots. Have you checked the store on here that has just about everything for these...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Thanks Bill. The flashers are working fine (for now!) :) What's the second picture of???
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Thanks so much Fitz. I was definitely having a hard time understanding the fiche. In my experience, that was often the best way to get a handle...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Thanks Maxim. That would be good to have, but i hopefully wouldn't use it much :) Fitz, I will try one more time with the main starter circuit...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 5, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Well, even with the diagram printed out, I could not find the master "safety" relay. I did find the kick stand relay and disconnected it,...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Sorry Fitz. I was trying not to bug you too much, I just got carried away, when one thing led to another. I have the diagram on my phone. I...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Right, the dreaded sidestand switch :) It appears to be moving with the stand. It's not pushing on it when the stand is up. I see on the wiring...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Ok. I was in neutral, so it shouldn't be an issue. Just trying to eliminate things one by one. I'm waiting on the battery to recharge (need a new...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Yep, I looked at that post. Makes sense, and I indeed have no area for the switch in this perch (my photo was just horribly vague). I can...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Yep, this one is definitely green. Really green! :) Also including a (bad) pic of the clutch lever with no spot for any switch. [img] [img]
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Turns out I had seen that post, which confused me, because that thing doesn't exist on this bike. No switch, not even a place FOR a switch....
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    I was just standing here with a roll of tape in my hand!!! :)
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Good point Fitz. I guess I got side tracked by trying to determine if I could figure out the (non) starting issue before I got to the compression...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    PS: I'm still concerned about this molex connector that has the blue/yellow and black/yellow cables. It is sitting in the bucket hooked to...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    The control switch was busted inside. I glued it back together for testing purposes - and I have continuity when it's in the center position, and...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    FITZ!!!!!! I got it to turn with the jump. Even knowing it was coming, the sparks startled me :). Or maybe it was the surprise of hearing it turn...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Fitz, found the solenoid. Thanks. Disconnected TCI, going to try to bridge it to see what's up. Any other things I should know before I create the...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Thanks Fitz. I'm trying not to wear you out here :) I'm not sure where the solenoid is on this bike. Can't see it in the fiche (I'm on a smart...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Ok, another charge last night, threw it in and it actually works the lights as expected (still no headlight - that may be blown). Metal bob, I...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Nortstudio
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    Brake/Running Light on without ignition

    Hey folks, In my excitement, I got ahead of myself with the new (to me) 1981 XJ550RH. BigFitz offered a great deal of info and help, and it's...
    Thread by: Nortstudio, Apr 4, 2011, 46 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Turns out after putting the battery in, the brake lights were on the whole day. I couldn't see it in the sun! So now, even weirder than...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Well, I put some single waterproof blade type fuse holders in there, to match the two that were already done. Put the correct fuse sizes in...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    I have a CB I've been refurbing, which I ride all the time (even thru this northeast winter this year!). So I've got a daily rider for now. I...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    I don't doubt that thing rides like a dream. I found out this one has about 25,000 miles on it. I'm sitting here staring at it, and it's looking...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    That bike is gorgeous!
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Thanks Mirco, I'll definitely keep photos coming. Hopefully they will show progressive improvement :) There is some serious rust on thismthing...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Thanks big Fitz. Your bike looks smokin! I knew I was in for some pain with this one :) But I don't mind the elbow grease, it's the cash I'd...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 3, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Thanks so much! Looks like a great resource.
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 2, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    Thanks folks! I'm really looking forward to this. It's a daunting task, having not heard the thing kick over. Im used to having a kick starter to...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 2, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Nortstudio
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    Picked up my first XJ....free

    So I grabbed the free '81 XJ550 Seca today. For the cost of the tow, this baby is now mine. I planned to get it running for a friend, but after...
    Thread by: Nortstudio, Apr 2, 2011, 31 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Nortstudio
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    Hello, and thanks...

    Hey gang, I actually found a few PDF documents, of all places, on a Honda forum I frequent. The one that was available for this year was actually...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 1, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. Nortstudio
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    Hello, and thanks...

    Thanks!
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 1, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. Nortstudio
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    Hello, and thanks...

    Thanks so much BigFitz! Very good info. Interesting to hear about the fuse box. The PO says he thinks it's an ignition issue, but I would imagine...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 1, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. Nortstudio
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    Hello, and thanks...

    Thanks. Those will certainly be good places to start. I'll have plenty of time for the rest :) Looking forward to this build. I think it...
    Post by: Nortstudio, Apr 1, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. Nortstudio
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    Hello, and thanks...

    Just wanted to say hello, and thank you all for what looks to be an friendly, and informative site. Its looking like I am picking up a donor...
    Thread by: Nortstudio, Mar 31, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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