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    Cylinders 2 and 3 won't fire. Coil is good

    Post by: geissingerj, Jun 6, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Chirping coming from my brakes??

    Not sure how likely it is, but first thing that came to my mind was a warped rotor ... pads chirping as it rubs against the high spots during...
    Post by: geissingerj, Jun 5, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cylinders 2 and 3 won't fire. Coil is good

    Thanks CaptonZap, I'll go through this tonight and see what I can find. Haven't had a chance yet this week. As for your second post; I've been...
    Post by: geissingerj, Jun 5, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cylinders 2 and 3 won't fire. Coil is good

    I'm not sure how this would help me since cylinders 1 and 4 are the ones the bike is running on, and are therefore good.... I do have extra...
    Post by: geissingerj, Jun 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cylinders 2 and 3 won't fire. Coil is good

    Seems as though I've got a loose connector and/or shorted/open wire somewhere between TCI and coil; I'm getting roughly half the voltage at coil...
    Post by: geissingerj, Jun 2, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cylinders 2 and 3 won't fire. Coil is good

    Finished my beer, and no replies .... guess I'll have another and read through this troubleshooting guide that I just found....
    Post by: geissingerj, Jun 2, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. geissingerj
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    Cylinders 2 and 3 won't fire. Coil is good

    Hey guys, needing some help troubleshooting here; not really sure where to start. When I bought the bike it was running rough, but I thought I...
    Thread by: geissingerj, Jun 2, 2013, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Battery questions

    Nobody?
    Post by: geissingerj, May 31, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj1100 fuel issue

    Just a guess, but you may have gotten jets in the wrong places, or possibly your float levels aren't set properly and you're not getting enough...
    Post by: geissingerj, May 31, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Carb questions

    One thing to keep in mind is that the 82 XJ1100 was only sold for one year in the US and parts are difficult to find. You'll be looking for Mikuni...
    Post by: geissingerj, May 31, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Battery questions

    Hey guys, looks like I'm going to have to buy a new battery for my bike; current battery won't hold a charge after sitting in the shed untended...
    Thread by: geissingerj, May 31, 2013, 22 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Yamaha 750 found on Craigslist

    Found this bike on Craigslist if anyone is interested and in the area. http://lubbock.craigslist.org/mcy/3837833061.html
    Thread by: geissingerj, May 31, 2013, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Camshaft bolts

    Now you've made me nervous. I'm going to have to run by the house as soon as I get off work and check on it. What size would you expect it to be?...
    Post by: geissingerj, May 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    valve shims - tool not working

    I know tons of people use this method and have no problems, and if you can do it that way that's fantastic. I'm 70% sure this is how I ended up...
    Post by: geissingerj, May 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Camshaft bolts

    On my XJ1100 the cam caps slide onto studs, and are held down with a washer and a nut that I believe was 11/32" ? I just did that this weekend,...
    Post by: geissingerj, May 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Stupid petcock question

    Great! That's what I figured, but I thought I should check just in case.
    Post by: geissingerj, Apr 19, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Stupid petcock question

    Hey guys, I feel dumb even asking this, but here goes .... I ordered some petcocks from Len the other day (by the way if you need something, he's...
    Thread by: geissingerj, Apr 18, 2013, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    SIMPLE MOD MAY SOLVE POD TUNING HARDSHIPS!

    Cheap carbs on ebay Just in case someone wants to try it out.
    Post by: geissingerj, Jul 11, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Newbie from Utah

    Welcome! I bought an 82 XJ1100 last June as well. Ended up having more to do to it than I expected, but I'm hoping to have it back on the road in...
    Post by: geissingerj, May 19, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Shiprock - New Mexico on a XJ decendent

    Awesome pictures. Looks like Shiprock as just as dry as Clovis.
    Post by: geissingerj, May 19, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    Well guys, it's been almost a year but I finally got the time last weekend to break the head down, and sure enough the intake valve on cylinder 1...
    Post by: geissingerj, May 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Wire Wheels and a 150 Rear - Virago 700 style!!

    It looks like as far as head bearings go, I can swap my XJ1100 with an XV1100, but does anyone know about the triple trees or rear wheel? I would...
    Post by: geissingerj, Sep 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    How much should you pay for an Xj1100?

    That may be what it's worth to the current owner, but I would have to agree with you, I think he's expecting a lot. I bought an 82 XJ1100 in June...
    Post by: geissingerj, Sep 19, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    what to do with abunchs CRAP!!!

    A little off topic, but where did you get that rear fender? I love it!
    Post by: geissingerj, Sep 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Converting to electric speedometer?

    Thanks Twr3cks!! There are some great options there!
    Post by: geissingerj, Sep 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Converting to electric speedometer?

    Thanks guys. I will keep that in mind. The trailtech vapor gauges are nice, but not the style I'm looking for, but I will probably go aftermarket,...
    Post by: geissingerj, Sep 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Converting to electric speedometer?

    Good to know, I may be better off finding something similar that's aftermarket.
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Are you OLDER than your XJ?

    Nope, my XJ was made in 82, and I got here in 86. That's alright though, I kind of prefer older women :lol:
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 30, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    This may seem like a stupid question but..

    You may find yourself in a situation like mine where some of the shims were installed upside down and were incredibly hard to read. One of them...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Converting to electric speedometer?

    What if I wasn't going to use aftermarket gauges? I could I suppose, but the ones I was looking at are off a 98 Honda Valkyrie. I really like the...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Converting to electric speedometer?

    So I've been looking into some options for the build I'm planning this winter. One of the things I'd like to do is change gauges. The ones I'm...
    Thread by: geissingerj, Aug 30, 2011, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    rings?

    Good enough for me. Thanks for the input :) I'll keep you posted.
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    rings?

    Not to hijack this thread, but what makes you think it's a galled valve guide? You may very well be right, I'm just curious as to what your...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Food to travel with?

    +1
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 29, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    PM sent. Thanks Fitz.
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Food to travel with?

    Tuna fish, egg salad, ice cream .... basically anything with dairy :P haha just kidding. I would agree, dry foods like jerky, trail mix,...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 29, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    I'm not sure where it came from, PO had it as a PDF on a cd and I printed it off. It's 190 somethin pages, but doesn't say who made it. I don't...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    Haha Fitz it's funny you mention ford V-8's because that's the only thing I've ever used it on before. He may have another one somewhere, I'll ask...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    Thanks KrS14 I'm not sure how I overlooked that. My dad was a professional mechanic for 30+ years, and he has a valve spring compressor. I...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    Anyone know where I can get a head gasket now that I've pulled the head? Chacal doesn't have them listed. I found what supposedly is the right...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    How much is a lot? haha. I'd hate to skip it now and then realize later I should've done it. That being said, I've only got $1000 in the bike...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    Well I went ahead and pulled the head. The valves actually don't look all that bad, but the intake on number 1 is definitely open a little bit....
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ1100 head removal question

    Well it's off. It'll probably be a couple days before I can get it torn down and ready for a machine shop. Thanks again for all your help.
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ1100 head removal question

    Thanks guys, I'll give that a shot. I just wanted to be sure before I tore something up.
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ1100 head removal question

    Maybe. I was kind of thinking the same thing. OR that it means not to move the cams after you remove the sprocket bolts. But why would it tell you...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ1100 head removal question

    I'm in process of removing the head, and I have a question. In my manual it says to set the crankshaft to TDC, then it says to remove the four cam...
    Thread by: geissingerj, Aug 26, 2011, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    Thanks Fitz, I had some errands to run this morning and haven't had time to look, but I'm free this afternoon so I'll turn the motor over a few...
    Post by: geissingerj, Aug 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bent valve? Or something simple?

    Soooo I finally got around to checking my valve clearances. Work has been crazy, so I've been out of the loop a month or two. Anyway, first off I...
    Thread by: geissingerj, Aug 26, 2011, 21 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Mad_bohemian's VooDoo '82 xj750 Project-FINALLY COMPLETE!

    Re: UDPATED:07/30/2011:'82 xj750 Project is ...FINALLY COMPLETE! AMAZING Job Bohemian. I've been looking at these pics for the past 20 minutes...
    Post by: geissingerj, Jul 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    float issue...am i losing my mind?

    Reading that made my head hurt. I hope I'm not the only one. I'm glad you got it figured out though.
    Post by: geissingerj, Jul 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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