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  1. randall68
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    White plugs..tried everything but...

    I found an air leak today in the butterfly lincage where the carbs are linked together. to explain what I mean..this is the shaft that has the...
    Thread by: randall68, Sep 11, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. randall68
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    83 honda 750 shadow exhaust question ( I'm Baffled)

    I bought this bike in running condition, but when i went to do my standard maintenence I found somthing interesting. First this is a v-twin and...
    Thread by: randall68, Aug 28, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  3. randall68
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    83 Honda shadow clutch HELP!

    Suddenly the clutch will not engage in any gear 1-6 it lurches slightly forward but no-go..no funny noises just slipping really bad? it's almost...
    Thread by: randall68, Aug 19, 2008, 10 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  4. randall68
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    Speedo is messed up

    My brother in law and I went riding last weekend, I had him give a hand signal back to me when we were at 60 and 70 mph..At 60 mph my speedo says...
    Thread by: randall68, Aug 6, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. randall68
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    Advice wanted...High speed lean condition.

    I took the xj750 on a 100 plus mile ride yesterday hoping to pull the plugs afterwards and see coco brown plugs. The bikes runs strong and doesn't...
    Thread by: randall68, Aug 3, 2008, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. randall68
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    Hers's a plug question

    Will 5000 rpm's usually clean your plugs to white? Not a frosty dry looking white just kinda clean without visable damage to any part of the...
    Thread by: randall68, Aug 2, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. randall68
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    Straining oil for examination

    Because of the ticking problem I decided to look at the oil yesterday. I started by taking a large empty 1 gallon jug for protein powder. ( large...
    Thread by: randall68, Aug 2, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. randall68
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    New knocking/ticking question

    I still have an intermittent knock/tick...best way to describe it is after it warms up and i'm idling in does this..... tick tick tick tick tick...
    Thread by: randall68, Aug 1, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. randall68
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    Automatic Cam adjuster help!

    I have been experiencing slack, and have been able to pull on cam chain and get slack when the valve cover is off...pulled the auto adjuster off...
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 30, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. randall68
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    Got a warning about my noises!?

    I saw a friend over the weekend and let him drive the 750 Maxim. He cam back and told me not to drive the bike because the chain noise and high...
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 29, 2008, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. randall68
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    Parting out 81 XS400

    various parts...some there, some missing..let me know what you need..
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 21, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  12. randall68
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    For sale...82 750 Maxim/seca Headlight (square one)

    It's in pretty good shape. I just put a round one on. Includes the bulb.
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 21, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  13. randall68
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    HELP! Should I be able to hear the cam chain? 82 750 maxim

    I'm not sure if im paranoid or what but since I did the head gasket I've had issues with noises. Last night I had the valve cover off and was...
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 19, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. randall68
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    Rapping noise that cycles?

    Getting ready to get my shims replaced because of small intake and exhaust measurements. Changed the headgasket as it was leaking(fixed problem)...
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 18, 2008, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. randall68
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    wtb fairing in midwest that fits xj750

    I would like a non-vetter looking fairing...if you have one let me know
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 7, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  16. randall68
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    WTB Yamaha tank badges

    Hopefully at a good price :)
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 4, 2008, 7 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  17. randall68
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    Haynes manual plug pics. What color are your insulators?

    I was looking at the pics in the haynes manual for xj650-750's and noticed that they say the perfect plugs color is a white insulator with a gray...
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 4, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. randall68
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    Sandpaper for your aluminum, It worked!

    I just painted the tank and side plates and decided to try to get the dingy aluminum shiny again. It took 2 hours (not too bad) and some elbow...
    Thread by: randall68, Jul 4, 2008, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. randall68
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    OOPS!! Uh OH....Stripped valve cover bolt holes?

    Don;t know how it happened because I never over tightned them but there are 3 bolt holes stripped for my valve cover on the cylinder head. ( the...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 30, 2008, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. randall68
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    Thanks for helping Rick!

    I called Ricomatic yesterday to get some help with a head gasket and just wanted to let everyone know what a a Great guy he is! Very knowledgeable...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 29, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. randall68
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    Speedo is WAY off! Help!

    I have the 82 750 adn have noticed that when I'm going about 55 it says 38 mph? I geased the cable and made sure the cable was fully engaging both...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 29, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. randall68
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    Would this maybe work? Head Gasket Question...

    I either have a small head gasket leak or a slightly warped head. Is it possible to take the head off and get a gasket and put Indian Head or...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 27, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. randall68
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    Was looking through the local craigslist ,found my old Bike!

    What's more....The ad says that the guy who owns it is responsible for it's running well, appearance etc. I bought the bike in usable but in need...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 26, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. randall68
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    Will an xj750 Seca tank fit on a Maxim?

    Just wondering as I like the looks of the Seca tank as opposed to the Maxim tank. All others considered...I like the rest of the Maxim better than...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 26, 2008, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  25. randall68
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    Where to find a colourtune?

    Best price etc..Been trying to find what I need for a week or so but can't locate one I guess? Did see one at $66 bucks but not even sure if...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 26, 2008, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. randall68
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    (Poll) How many turns out to get tan color with plugs?

    Keep in mind I have a 82 xj750 So put the year and engine after your number of turns out form bottom for the idle mixture screws. I am closing in...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 26, 2008, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. randall68
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    Here's a brain teaser, White plugs and choke not do much??

    I have all the misture set screws set at 3 1/4 turns now. Been turning them out slowly for past couple days to get rid of my lean condition. All...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 23, 2008, 21 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. randall68
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    Re-Torqued Head on 750 Maxim. Now leaking more!

    I can see oil pooling on the first 3 fins under head, edge of the head gasket on the far left side is always wet, and now have oil bubbling out...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 18, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. randall68
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    Just got back after flood and my head gasket is leaking :(

    We had to go to a town with a power plant that didn't get ruined under water and when I got home, some time to work on stuff, limited electric of...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 16, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. randall68
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    4 Things for the Xj owners to know if they already don't!!

    I have been having a bear of a time dealing with getting this 750 to start and stay on.. Vaarious posts of mine include chugging, wheezing unable...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 11, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. randall68
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    ANYONE!!Is the idle jet supposed to be submerged in the gas?

    My xj750 wont idle...i looked at the levels of gas with a tube and they are shy of the magic 3mm area...is the idle jet supposed to be submerged...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 9, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. randall68
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    Here's one for ya...Black sooty plugs(all 4)

    And bike won't run unless choke is on...Well it runs for several seconds after choke is of then (VVRRRTTT) it cuts right out..Won't start again...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 9, 2008, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. randall68
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    Anyone have a 82 750 maxim they have some parts for??

    I need battery cover, rear foot pegs, and some misc carb parts....
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 9, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  34. randall68
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    "ATTN: RickCoMatic82 !!! 750 Or anyone! maxim float?

    I've been reading the posts from everyone about measurinf the 17.5mm heaght of the floats...but after that i'm still confused..people have said...
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 7, 2008, 25 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. randall68
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    WTB Right Side Cover for 82 750 Maxim

    Hoping someone has a bike they are parting out that still has this cover.. :(
    Thread by: randall68, Jun 6, 2008, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  36. randall68
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    I think my fuel filter was TOO BIG!

    i have nothing to say
    Thread by: randall68, May 29, 2008, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. randall68
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    1982 Seca Backrest? Anone with a backrest on this bike?.....

    I somthing.....
    Thread by: randall68, May 26, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. randall68
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    deleted

    I have no message
    Thread by: randall68, May 26, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. randall68
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    I need HELP! can't get rear wheel off of 82 Seca

    problem solved
    Thread by: randall68, May 22, 2008, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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