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  1. wkxj
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    Chain rubbing center stand

    I like those shorty mufflers. I've used them on a couple of bikes in the past. Once on a 74 TX500 and more recently on a GL500. On the GL I used...
    Post by: wkxj, May 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. wkxj
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    Chain rubbing center stand

    That's a good idea. Thanks! Haha yea it has a 1/4 inch of rust caked on it
    Post by: wkxj, May 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. wkxj
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    Chain rubbing center stand

    The bike only has the H box on it now. That's how I got it.
    Post by: wkxj, May 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. wkxj
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    Chain rubbing center stand

    Okay, I got the sprockets cleaned up and put on a new chain. I adjusted it with about 35mm of deflection but the chain is touching the center...
    Thread by: wkxj, May 2, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need to open a used glove box with no key xj 550

    Thanks, I'll do both of those things. Good news is I think I got my oil leak fixed I got the leaky float valve fixed with a new one and then...
    Post by: wkxj, May 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. wkxj
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    Need to open a used glove box with no key xj 550

    I picked up a glove box from eBay with no key. Any ideas on opening this thing ? I wouldn't mind taking the tumblers out and using like that for...
    Thread by: wkxj, May 2, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. wkxj
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    Battery Fitment

    Thanks! Got it ordered
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 27, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. wkxj
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    Battery Fitment

    Thanks for the info. Hopefully I can figure out what fits a 550 I called Auto zone and they want 82.00 for one
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 26, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. wkxj
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    Battery Fitment

    I don't think there's anyway a 3 9/16 will fit It will have to 2 3/4 or less
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 26, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. wkxj
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    Battery Fitment

    I looked at a website and called the Walmart service department and that's what they recommended . Looks like they gave me the wrong one. So is...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 26, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. wkxj
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    Battery Fitment

    So I bought a Everstart ES12BS from Walmart and it don't fit except for sideways. It should be 5" wide instead of 6" wide. That's supposed to be...
    Thread by: wkxj, Apr 26, 2016, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. wkxj
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    Leaky neutral switch

    Thanks!
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. wkxj
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    Leaky neutral switch

    Okay it looks like there's a O ring behind it. In case anyone needs to know. It looks like you can get them and the shift shaft seal
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. wkxj
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    Leaky neutral switch

    It could be. I had one leak on a GL500 once. It wouldn't hurt to go ahead and replace it if I can find one. So any idea what's behind the neutral...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Leaky neutral switch

    The 550 is leaking oil from it looks like behind the neutral switch. I was thinking about making a gasket if I need to. I haven't had it apart so...
    Thread by: wkxj, Apr 23, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Sounds good, I'll run it without the relay for awhile and also clean the relay. The clutch safety switch wires are wired together until I can get...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Okay, so I had everything disconnected and it was running. I connected the black/white and it still ran. I connected the relay it still ran. It...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Yes sir, it's working
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil filter for XJ 550

    I tried using a 3/8 air impact driver. that didn't work so I used a 1/2 drive ratchet. It finally broke loose. I ordered a filter from Napa and...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Oil filter for XJ 550

    Holy smokes the filter bolt is tight. It's making me a little nervous. This bike was sitting outside for years. I think I'll get a impact driver...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. wkxj
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    Oil filter for XJ 550

    Thanks I've got to pick up some oil so I'll ask and see
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. wkxj
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    Oil filter for XJ 550

    Can you get a oil filter for a XJ 550 at AutoZone or a auto parts store?
    Thread by: wkxj, Apr 19, 2016, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    So today I disconnected and removed the pickup coils and reinstalled them. I Didn't get a spark so I removed the black/white wire going to the TCI...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 18, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Well I had spark for a minute. And then I disconnected the TCI and reconnected it. Now I'm not getting spark again. I put new ends on the ground...
    Post by: wkxj, Apr 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. wkxj
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    81 XJ fender match?

    Thanks. I picked one up on ebay. I have a maxim 550. It's for a 650 maxim I probably paid to much for it but I think it's in pretty nice shape.
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 30, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    81 XJ fender match?

    I found a cheap set on ebay. Hoping they'll be in good shape. Thanks!
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 28, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. wkxj
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    81 XJ fender match?

    Cool! My bike came sans fenders and etc.
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 28, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    81 XJ fender match?

    Would someone happen to know if a 81 XJ 650 front fender will fit a 81 XJ 550? Thanks Will
    Thread by: wkxj, Mar 28, 2016, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    pickup coil

    Thanks, that's good to know. I had just glanced at that part and was thinking I would have to remove it.
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 27, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    pickup coil

    Yea off and on. When I turn the motor over sometimes it does and other times it doesn't . I'm thinking of changing some stuff out on it Will the...
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 27, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Cool! Thanks XJ550H
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    okay cool. Thanks!
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    yea that's awesome!! I'll still need the coils though right?
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Well I found some used ones. I wonder if these would match up? They look the same. 0ff of these bikes. 82 XJ 650 82 XJ750 85 XJ 700
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    I was messing around with the top pickup coil and now I'm not getting a reading like I was. I had the screws loose from before so I messed with...
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    ( definitely ) not defiantly :D Got the gunk cleaned out and wiring and sleeving is intact and in it's place. I'm going to have to take the wiring...
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Haha The TCI is headed your way. Thanks for the info. I will defiantly check it out.
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    I don't know if I did it right but I set the tester to ohms touched the red probe to the wire black probe to ground on the battery got 7.2 for...
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. wkxj
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    Could I get a couple of torque specs?

    Cool, Thanks guys!
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    You've been a HUGE help and I trust you completely. And I appreciate it and will return the favor when I can. I took your advice and did all of...
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. wkxj
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    Could I get a couple of torque specs?

    Could someone give me some torque specs for a 81 maxim 550? Rear axle nut Front axle nut Front brake caliper bolts Thanks Will
    Thread by: wkxj, Mar 22, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Should we test the TCI if those numbers are okay
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Thanks for the help. Okay did a continuity test from the TCI to the coils red .4 ohms gray .4 ohms orange .4 ohms other red .7 ohms
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Now I know what you're saying. From one to the other to check for breaks. continuityo_O:D
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 22, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    pickup coil

    Yea they checked within tolerance. I'll double check that in the morning also
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    tried that and with a new connector both
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    I did my fuses this way
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    I did the test with the neutral relay and I'll check the starter cutoff relay in the morning. I think I checked it but I'll make sure
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    Sounds great!
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. wkxj
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    pickup coil

    I got a new ignition switch from ebay . It was supposed to be a K&N but was a Emgo. I also put in new line fuses. 20 amp for the main and 10 amp...
    Post by: wkxj, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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