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A new project, the abandoned xj650RJ

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by ecologito, Dec 2, 2012.

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After looking at the picture what would you do?

  1. Replace the engine and transmission

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  2. Replace only transmission

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  3. Sell the bike

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  4. Take it to a shop and they can do it in no time

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  1. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Have you read the whole thread?
     
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  2. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Iv been in 21 yrs, and I STILL have parts unfinished
     
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  3. ecologito

    ecologito Well-Known Member

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    Thanks for the words of "encouragement". It looks like this weekend is going to be a wash with rain on the forecast for the next two days. I guess it is time to clean the 550 carbs until I can slap more parts on the 650 outside.
     
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  4. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Those were words of congratulations. Your projects are nearly done. Mine on the other hand.....
     
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  5. ecologito

    ecologito Well-Known Member

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    Thanks Moe, I know that I have been done quite a bit of work on the seca but looking at what I have on the driveway it does not look like much. I still have to finish with the bodywork. I only have the rear cowl and one side panel primed and ready for the paint. The front fender, tank and other side panel still need some work.
     
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  6. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    But you're getting stuff done..... Unlike me----
     
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  7. ecologito

    ecologito Well-Known Member

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    Ok, finally got the parts painted and graphics on.


    This process has been a lot slower that expected. I did rebuilt thefront brakes just need to install and finish them up. Thecarbs were nicely done by Hogfiddles so it is a step closer to the road. image.jpg
     
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    rocs82650 Well-Known Member

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    Finally and nice work on the graphics. Varoom, varoom!

    Gary H.
     
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  9. Lightcs1776

    Lightcs1776 Active Member

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    That is a beautiful looking bike. I really enjoyed reading every post on this thread. My XJ750M is in great shape in comparison to what you started with, but I can't imagine it looking that good when I am done with it. I've learned a lot from reading about your experiences.
     
    Lightcs1776, Sep 17, 2015
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    Great Euro colour scheme there............
     
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  11. k-moe

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    Shiny!
     
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    Read this whole thing... Looks great. Going through the process myself. Hopefully does not take this long :p
     
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  13. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    It will
     
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  14. jayrodoh

    jayrodoh YimYam

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    Nice! Just read through this, you're going to have a beautiful bike when you're done. The pride and feeling that you did it yourself will far outweigh the feeling from any bike you'd buy that was ready to ride.

    I'm 10 months into my "quick fix" bike :)
     
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    ecologito Well-Known Member

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    Thank you all for the kind words. It is still a long way to be road ready.

    I have rebuilt the brake fluid reservoir and have new brake lines but they need to be installed, rebuild front brakes, get all electronics hooked up as of right now the wiring harness has nothing to it.

    At this pace I am about another year or two away from getting this one on the road.
     
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    ecologito Well-Known Member

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    And back at it with a different aproach
     
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  17. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Well!!! Look who it is!!
     
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  18. ecologito

    ecologito Well-Known Member

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    Still a work in progress...
     
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    What an amazing read!
     
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  20. Trkdrvr

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    I speak from recent experience I just pulled an Xj650 out of a barn in may 24.
    Wasn’t sure if I was in over my head but with the advice and information from the people on this site I have brought this one back to life.
    You are going to have a blast with your project.
    There will be ups and downs but when you finally register the bike and get it back on the road you won’t be able to wipe the smile off your face riding it good luck and I am looking forward to seeing updates
    Paul
     
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