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  1. Scizor
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    I will look into the law tractor seats, that could be a great alternative. I am at the point right now where I realized the tear down of the bike...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    I have used my grinder and cut wheel... Just doing the finishing work
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. Scizor
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    I have been filing/sanding the brackets on the frame where I took the side covers off... I should clarify, I have been filing/sanding ONE bracket...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 16, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Key mechanism, I am about to give up!

    I have a feeling I will be telling myself to KISS quite a few times this winter
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. Scizor
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    Key mechanism, I am about to give up!

    Well it took my friend all of 2 minutes to fix my issue, the base plate was misaligned by 1/16 of an inch causing the plates not to rotate...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Key mechanism, I am about to give up!

    There is a chance the base plate was dislodged and could be the problem... I agree mlew, it is usually something simple. I just keep reminding...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. Scizor
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    Key mechanism, I am about to give up!

    They key will go in and everything will turn.... as long as I haven't tried to up any of the parts together! everything turns and seems to work...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    Okay, I understand the basics (and I thank you very much). I have to ask another beginner question, I am sorry... Am I able to convert my stock...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. Scizor
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    Key mechanism, I am about to give up!

    Here is where I am at... I may sound like an idiot, but I am not sure what the wafers or springs are. I have always prided myself on being able to...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    mlew, I wish you would have posted that before I cut my airbox in half. Since I am at the point of no return, I will ask perhaps a stupid question...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    You do have a point vanimal... when discussing the issue of loud bikes, my group of riders (all Harley save for me) and I can't help but laugh at...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. Scizor
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    Key mechanism, I am about to give up!

    When disassembling my bike, I took off the key relay... Accidentally I disassembled it to the point where everything fell out. I know how it goes...
    Thread by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. Scizor
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    82 650 Maxim

    I am slowly running out of room in my garage... Before I start pitching everything into the bin I figured I would make one more offer/plea. I am...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  14. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    SovereignDragon When I was changing to a 4 into 1 aftermarket exhaust, I decided to just run the bike with the 4 stock down pipes... I think it...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    They replace the air box located under the seat. They provide the intake to the carbs. From what I have read and heard, the usually provide quite...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    Flash, in this post you can see the pod filters off the carbs... it is the 3rd picture down. http://xjbikes.com/Forums/viewtopic/t=28706.html...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    My friend ran into the "muffler" issue in the city of Ottomwa (sp), luckily his pipes were long enough that they were considered legal... I am...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. Scizor
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    Pod Filters?

    I am running straight pipes x4, I hope my exhaust is louder than the intake... Will I be disappointed??
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Pod Filters?

    I am at the bar right now, but when I get home I will post a link to the forum with the pic
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. Scizor
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    Paint Gun

    Ravenz, thanks for the post... when cleaning my garage this week, I found lots of medal to practice my technique on before actually trying my hand...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Pod Filters?

    I have seen a couple of XJs with pod filters on the carbs... I am going to have to install them (I may or may not have cut my airbox in half) and...
    Thread by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010, 142 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. Scizor
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    I also cleaned the heck out my garage and lined the top with 6 mil plastic so I don't freeze in here this winter. 35 degrees outside, a balmy 68...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. Scizor
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    I messed up that reply, here are more pics. Have started working on grinding down the front fender mounts as the fender will no longer be going on...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. Scizor
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    Here is the update so far... Have the rear wheel off to make more room for grinding. I have removed the harnesses for the side covers and am...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Paint Gun

    Thanks again for the help. I picked up 2 guns from Harbor Freight, a high volume, low pressure, and a smaller detail gun. I think I will use those...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    What Should You NOT Do to Your Yamaha Today?

    Should not ride off before making sure your side stand is up... Although it will look like you have spark plates somewhere on your bike
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 14, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Paint Gun

    I thank you both. 86maximusXJ700, how did you do the inlay of Ms. Monroe? MN-Maxims, I am moving to Prior Lake, MN around March 2011... when I...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 12, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Paint Gun

    Anyone have any recommendations for a spray gun? I want to do the base coats and minor touch ups at home and have them finished by a pro, but I am...
    Thread by: Scizor, Nov 11, 2010, 19 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    82 650 Maxim

    I am selling the side covers
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 6, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  30. Scizor
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    82 650 Maxim

    The stock exhaust I will part with everything except the 4 down pipes. the aftermarket exhaust I will sell 100% of it. Let me know if you need...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 5, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    The seat will be cut down a bit to fit more in with the bike... I just want the full seat look and thepan is a good place to start I think...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    82 650 Maxim

    There is a picture of the luggage rack actually on my Maxim in the XJ modification forum under 82 Maxim Bobber In Progress... Also the 4 into 1...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  33. Scizor
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    82 Maxim Bobber in progress

    Still in the tear down and clean phase, but this is the first bike I have taken apart. The plan is to relocate the battery and most of the...
    Thread by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010, 40 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. Scizor
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    82 650 Maxim

    Here is the luggage rack, there is some pitting on the chrome, and the backrest vinyl is starting to separate. I am still learning how to use a...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  35. Scizor
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    Sheared off exhaust post

    Thanks, I will try that today. I wasn't sure if I could helicoil in the event of a mistake
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Scizor
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    82 650 Maxim

    Forgot to add, I have a luggage rack with adjustable backrest which was made for a 750 virago I believe. I used a couple of spacers and made a...
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  37. Scizor
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    Iowa?

    I live in North Liberty, but work in Cedar Rapids.
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Scizor
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    Shortening rear springs

    I would like to lower the rear end on my 82 by 2-3" but am not sure the best way to do this. I have been told everything from cutting the stock...
    Thread by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Sheared off exhaust post

    Unfortunately I just noticed when taking off my exhaust that one of the posts has broken off inside the engine. I have used an easy out to get...
    Thread by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Scizor
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    82 650 Maxim

    Yes, PM sent
    Post by: Scizor, Nov 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  41. Scizor
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    82 650 Maxim

    I am customizing my 82 Maxim and have quite a few stock parts that will not be returning to the bike. From the handlebars,turn signals, and the...
    Thread by: Scizor, Nov 3, 2010, 24 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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