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  1. buzz81mach
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    No fire on #4

    Well, went to the store and bought some new plugs. Advance Auto had some in stock. Gapped them and installed them. The bike started right up and...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jun 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. buzz81mach
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    No fire on #4

    I got the plugs regapped and cleaned. They all fire, or at least some of the time. All four exhaust pipes are really hot. Unfortunately, the...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jun 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. buzz81mach
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    No fire on #4

    Ok. Will do. I will respond after I get that done and check it. Thanks.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jun 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. buzz81mach
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    No fire on #4

    Before I cut it, I will go ahead and move the plug and see if it follows. Dies with Choke both off and on. Usually, I need it to start the bike...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jun 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. buzz81mach
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    No fire on #4

    Okay, so this is really weird. Yesterday, I was riding with no issue. Parked it in my garage overnight. Went to start this morning and it just...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Jun 22, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. buzz81mach
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    Anyone Near Indianapolis, IN?

    Awesome. Thanks k-moe. I will get that made this week. Buzz 1985 Yamaha XJ700 non-X
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 12, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. buzz81mach
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    Anyone Near Indianapolis, IN?

    Sooooo, are there any members that are around the Indy area? I am in Crawfordsville and was wondering if anyone has the tools needed to sync the...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Jul 10, 2015, 2 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. buzz81mach
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    Website has been migrated to new platform

    I like the new site. It works great with my iPhone. Nice job Sno. I was getting bored without anything to read that was interesting. This site...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Sep 20, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. buzz81mach
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    xs 650 for sale - description made me chuckle

    Ha ha that's great. I like how he gives the bike a description worthy of a radio commercial. Good salesman. I would like to contact him just to...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Sep 3, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. buzz81mach
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    I'm picking it up tomorrow.

    That thing in the background is a snowmobile. Those are so much fun during the winter when I can't ride my bike.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 26, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. buzz81mach
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    Is this wrong or is it just me?

    Thank you, Fitz. I was wondering what was going on.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 14, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. buzz81mach
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    Is this wrong or is it just me?

    Ok. Here is a craigslist post and it states that it is a 1985 XJ750. I don't think this is right. :?...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Aug 14, 2014, 8 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. buzz81mach
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    tips for getting the carbs back on the bike

    I use a cargo strap. On in just a couple minutes. Also, as Hogfiddles mentioned, heat is the way to go. I can get my carbs on and ready to run in...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 13, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. buzz81mach
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    Bike quit running.

    How do your plugs look? Are they wet? Are all four cylinders firing? Basically, are all four exhaust pipes hot?
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  15. buzz81mach
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    Bike quit running.

    Just a thought. Have you tried to see if it runs with the fuel cap off and the petcock on Prime? I know it sounds odd, but odder things have...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  16. buzz81mach
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    Bike quit running.

    How long ago did you clean the carbs? Possibly the fuel filter failed? That is what happened to me last week. Or, is the fuel cap not venting?...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 10, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  17. buzz81mach
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    What did I get myself into?

    I have taken my carbs off so many times that it takes less than 10 minutes to put them back on with the tubes. Heat the tubes up and they become...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 9, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. buzz81mach
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    How rare, or common, are XJ's?

    Just this riding season alone, I have seen several in the northeast part of Indiana. There were two in the past month that were on craigslist. If...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 8, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    Alright. I finally finished the job. Been busy with work that I had no time when I got home. Anyway, carbs are great. Bike runs like a dream....
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 8, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. buzz81mach
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    Stranger Danger!

    The few times that I had to slam on my brakes because of some cager not paying attention, I was so glad that I had front brakes. Emergency stops...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 1, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  21. buzz81mach
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    TIME for the DRAGON ! . . . (pics)

    I loved the tail of the dragon. It was so much fun. My parents live at the bottom end of the North Carolina side, so every year my family and I go...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 1, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. buzz81mach
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    opinions about bottom end!

    I wouldn't touch the bottom end if the compression test is normal. Actually, I wouldn't have even taken the engine out, but you're not me. If you...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 29, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    I decided since the carbs were off, I would check the valve clearances, even though it has only been less than 3000 miles on them. I had to...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 29, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    Well, unfortunately my bike will need to wait until this weekend to be worked on. My brake booster in my car went out, so now I am replacing that...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 24, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    Gonna tear it apart once I get home from work. Guess I won't be riding for a couple of days. But at least I know it will be fully cleaned without...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 22, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    Well, I checked all four of those seals and there is nothing wrong with them. They are still soft and pliable with no cracks. I will be removing...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 22, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    Do you mean the ones that are put on after the plunger bolt is tightened? I thought those were just dust seals. I sprayed carb cleaner at those...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    I have an inline fuel filter. Would never run the bike without it. I just can't trust the filter in the tank. That would be horrible if that is...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jul 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. buzz81mach
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    Crazy Enrichment Circuit

    A couple of days ago, I start the bike with the enrichment and it revs up to 4,000rpm. I turn down the enrichment and it goes to 1400rpm. The bike...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Jul 21, 2014, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. buzz81mach
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    PLEASE ADVISE - NEWBIE HERE, CLEANED MY CARBS

    No. With these bikes, if you don't do the complete job, you are wasting your time. Your bike will never ever ever run right until you do it right....
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jun 17, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. buzz81mach
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    Gear speeds

    I completely agree with holding throttle wide open until it screams like crazy, and then keep it coming. Oh the rush. The first time I did that, I...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. buzz81mach
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    Hard start when warm but quick when cold

    Ok, I have been riding the bike for awhile now and have noticed that the bike starts quickly when it is cold. When I stop at the store for about...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Jul 15, 2013, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. buzz81mach
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    Yet another carb question.

    Oh ok. Whoops. My bad. Still learning about my bike. Ha ha. Thank you for clearing that up for me.
    Post by: buzz81mach, May 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. buzz81mach
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    Yet another carb question.

    They are the tubes in between each carb. They need replaced. You need to break the rack and replace each and every seal in order to properly clean...
    Post by: buzz81mach, May 8, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. buzz81mach
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    Lots of XJ700 and Maxim X parts for sale.

    Thanks for the parts
    Post by: buzz81mach, Mar 5, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  36. buzz81mach
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    Lots of XJ700 and Maxim X parts for sale.

    PM sent
    Post by: buzz81mach, Feb 20, 2013 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  37. buzz81mach
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    it's about time

    Hmm. You too huh? Well, now it's some time for fun.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Jan 6, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. buzz81mach
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    9/11 All Veterans Report for Muster

    US Air Force 2001 - 2007 F-16 Maintenance Staff Sergeant Totally missing it right now.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Sep 12, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. buzz81mach
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    Fork Rebuild Tool Question

    Just found out the the damper rod tool is discontinued. What do I do about that? Do I make one myself? What does it actually look like?...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Sep 8, 2012, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. buzz81mach
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    No Turn Signals, well, unless

    I haven't been able to check my bulbs yet, but yes, my brake light does work. It's been a crazy past few days.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Sep 8, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. buzz81mach
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    No Turn Signals, well, unless

    One quick question that pertains to this. Will the lights still flash if the back lamps are burnt out, or is it like the old Christmas trees when...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Sep 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. buzz81mach
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    No Turn Signals, well, unless

    I will make sure and check first thing tomorrow morning. It is just weird that it will work if I swap the connector to the wrong one.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Sep 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. buzz81mach
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    No Turn Signals, well, unless

    Yes, everything is stock.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Sep 6, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. buzz81mach
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    No Turn Signals, well, unless

    Hi everyone, I am having an issue with my turn signals. When everything is hooked up correctly, I get no turn signals. The lights all light up but...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Sep 6, 2012, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. buzz81mach
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    Question about Forks

    Thanks. I guess it's not as bad as I thought.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 31, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. buzz81mach
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    Question about Forks

    This may sound like a stupid question, but I am curious. How long does it take the average mechanic to change the seals and whatever else may be...
    Thread by: buzz81mach, Aug 31, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. buzz81mach
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    New member

    Welcome. I love this place. And don't forget about Chacal, the supporting vender. If you need any parts, just click on the top right corner of the...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 23, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. buzz81mach
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    parting out an '85 XJ700 Maxim X

    If you are still parting out, do you still have the left side cover? It covers the TCI area.
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 23, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  49. buzz81mach
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    Enrichment intermittently working

    Update: I figured out what the problem was. I started another thread for something totally different, but ended up being the same cause for all my...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. buzz81mach
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    #1 Cylinder not firing anymore

    Well, I wanted to give everyone an update. I just recieved my new set of NGK plugs and the bike fired right up. It runs and is firing at all...
    Post by: buzz81mach, Aug 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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