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  1. k.joel.porter
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    xj550 jets

    btw, how does it sound going just through the collectors? my mufflers are an eyesore and I removed them but have not reinstalled my carbs & air...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Mar 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    xj550 jets

    my understanding is that any time you change the backpressure of the exhaust or open up the intake, you must re-jet to correct your air/fuel...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Mar 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Maxim 550 Solo Seat Mod [pic heavy]

    I'm cringing when I say this... but... I'm thinking about scrubbing the project. Between night school, job, hour and a half commute, and the...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Mar 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  4. k.joel.porter
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    81 Street Fighter XJ

    looks nice! i agree ^ let's see more pics!
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Mar 10, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. k.joel.porter
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    ...well it all depends on what my budget allows since I am replacing my bars as well. For $20 I can buy ebay clubmans and be limited to a 1-2"...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Mar 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    Re: Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim proje I was just planning on loosening the tree and sliding it down the forks by an...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Mar 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Maxim 550 Solo Seat Mod [pic heavy]

    lol... no. It's been sitting in my garage waiting for me to buy the fiberglass mat, resin, short strand, bondo, etc. The contracting business...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Mar 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Maxim 550 Solo Seat Mod [pic heavy]

    Amazing suggestion, Rick! That'll definitely eliminate some steps and possibly a few headaches. The good news is that I haven't opened my 8lb...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Maxim 550 Solo Seat Mod [pic heavy]

    Thanks! rustysavage, the short answer to your question is "yes." In other words, I haven't fully figured that out yet. I am definitely...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 13, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Maxim 550 Solo Seat Mod [pic heavy]

    Here we go: Remember the photoshop? Before: [img] After: [img] And now the project! Removed seat cover [img] Marked where to trim...
    Thread by: k.joel.porter, Feb 13, 2010, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    Now THAT'S a good idea. Unfortunately, I've already started my plaster mold. Oh well. If that doesn't work out I'll try your idea.
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 12, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    That's exactly what I'm going to do. I'm going to mock up the general shape of the cowl using poster board then use plaster mesh to harden the...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. k.joel.porter
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    Re: Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim proje meh... FZ6 is too new. I'm going to have fun building my own. Coincidentally I...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    Re: Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim proje Well I'm going to disassemble the seat today and begin my mock-up for the new rear...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    Re: Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim proje Here's an updated photochop with the lowered headlight and guages removed [img]
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    Thanks! Good point on the headlight and I am planning to get guages from mikesxs... particularly the speedo with the integrated indicator lights....
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Snowed in... Fun with Photoshop! Idea for my Maxim project

    I've been a fan of the Cafe style since I was first introduced to a former boss' RD250 and have always wanted to build one. My 1981 XJ550 is...
    Thread by: k.joel.porter, Feb 7, 2010, 47 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Help appreciated on XJ550 wiring

    wow... there really is a chocolate wire and a brown wire. Now when they say chocolate is that white, milk or dark chocolate and how does one...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. k.joel.porter
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    550/600 owners some clutch guts info for you

    This is great info and the timing couldn't be any better since I'm replacing my clutches soon
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Help appreciated on XJ550 wiring

    You rock! PM'd
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Feb 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Help appreciated on XJ550 wiring

    I was doing some work in the battery box area and had to disconnect a few wires to make room to remove the battery and air boxes. I have...
    Thread by: k.joel.porter, Feb 7, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    WTT: My Maxim 550 Tank, seat, etc. for Seca 550 equivalent

    So I have an '81 Maxim 550 that practically fell into my lap. It is my desire to do a cafe-esque mod on this platform (I have my reasons). For...
    Thread by: k.joel.porter, Feb 3, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    SAFETY ALERT Drum rear brake bike owners please take a look

    Re: SAFETY ALERT Drum rear brake bike owners please take a l yeah... I was going to make a post when I had pictures. I will probably be...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Nov 18, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New user, rider, & XJ owner with a few questions!

    Interesting... I didn't even know these bikes even had auto-cancel. After dousing the thumb switches with contact-cleaner, the turn signal is...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Nov 15, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New user, rider, & XJ owner with a few questions!

    Yeah... I already attacked the switches with contact cleaner and we'll see what that does. thanks for the tip on the tires.
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Nov 14, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New user, rider, & XJ owner with a few questions!

    thanks for your advice, bigfitz, I'll inspect the chain and sprockets today and look into replacing my fusebox with a blade-style box. I should...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Nov 14, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New user, rider, & XJ owner with a few questions!

    Thanks for the info I'll do some more digging on the electrics this weekend.
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Nov 12, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New user, rider, & XJ owner with a few questions!

    After looking at the pictures and descriptions and based on what I felt when it happened I'm willing to bet my rear shoes are, in fact,...
    Post by: k.joel.porter, Nov 12, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New user, rider, & XJ owner with a few questions!

    Good morning, all! I just picked up my '81 550 Maxim a couple weeks ago. I bought it with a dead battery and the carbs in a box for $250 (i...
    Thread by: k.joel.porter, Nov 12, 2009, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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