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  1. Fraps
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    Parting out my 1982 Turbo

    Let me know if you want anything. Just want it gone. Thanks Rob
    Thread by: Fraps, Sep 9, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Fire Sale!!!!

    Fire sale on 82 Yamaha XJ 650 RJ Seca parts and 82 Yamaha XJ 650 LJ Seca Turbo parts! Mostly turbo parts but lots of RJ parts too....
    Thread by: Fraps, Nov 8, 2011, 15 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Seat hinge for 82 RJ Seca

    I need the rear seat hinge for a 1982 650 RJ Seca. If anyone has one lying around from a seat mod or other, I'd appreciate hearing from you....
    Thread by: Fraps, Apr 22, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Consequence of Lean?

    Well doing some work on the RJ this weekend (turns out I had the intake cam from my Seca Turbo in the RJ!) So I got that all fixed up, set the...
    Thread by: Fraps, Apr 18, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need intake valve!

    Anyone with a spare intake valve they are willing to sell? My one is bent and I'm okay with lapping in a used one. According to XJ CD, intake...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jul 17, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Plug Reading How To...

    So...there is quite a bit on how to read plugs on the internet and we've discussed it in detail here on the forum BUT... Let's talk about the...
    Thread by: Fraps, Sep 10, 2008, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Idle screw bottomed out - and still running rich!

    This is a problem I've been troubleshooting and still haven't been able to solve. While colourtuning, the only way to lean out the cylinder is...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jul 13, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Exhaust - ticking???

    Odd problem... My exhaust is ticking? Like someone tapping a screwdriver on the can while I'm riding. I have just adjusted the valves - all...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jul 7, 2008, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Hot bike = poor idle

    I don't think I've seen this problem come across the forum before but I have been experiencing a problem with idling when my bike is warmed up....
    Thread by: Fraps, Jun 10, 2008, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    #2 Cylinder compression is ZERO!

    What could cause zero compression in one of the cylinders? If there was a problem with the valves or gasket, I would assume to get just really...
    Thread by: Fraps, May 21, 2008, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Need electronic tach GUTS!

    Anybody out there with an electronic tach going for cheap? I only want the guts because I like the look of the gauges on my cable driven tach...
    Thread by: Fraps, May 14, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Engine studs - removing?

    Anybody ever remove an engine stud from an XJ? I put a new head on and I have a couple studs that are too short now. I have the longer ones but...
    Thread by: Fraps, May 12, 2008, 13 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Should I be able to redline every gear?

    I was reminded of this question I asked myself last year when I saw the "how fast have you gone on your XJ" post. I have gotten to about...
    Thread by: Fraps, Apr 16, 2008, 19 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Nagging power band issue...

    I've had this problem since I got the bike and it has always annoyed me. When taking off in first gear, the first two seconds are low power with...
    Thread by: Fraps, Apr 10, 2008, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Cracked cylinder block

    How can I easily tell if my cylinder block is cracked? I have a couple of spare XJ engines that I picked up years ago and I was told one of the...
    Thread by: Fraps, Apr 9, 2008, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Moral Dilemma...

    So, I've got a line on an '82 Maxim 550. Hasn't run for 1.5 years and I've talked the kid down to 200 bucks and a 24. Thoughts? My dilemma is...
    Thread by: Fraps, Nov 28, 2007, 34 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    WTB: Fuel Pump

    Hey Folks, looking for a replacement fuel pump for my 82 650 Turbo. I pulled the old one apart and the armature and bearing race is shot....
    Thread by: Fraps, Jul 28, 2007, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Starting troubles....

    Well, if you look at my signature, you see that I have my Turbo as my project bike. I've dedicated the past few weekends putting it together and...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jul 17, 2007, 27 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Overheating and running like crap!

    So I took part in a motorcycle course on the weekend to go from an M2 licence to a straight M. We started out the day fine with slow speed...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jun 26, 2007, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Experiment leads to INSANITY!

    Here's the deal. I decided it was time for an oil and oil filter change. I was running 10w30 but wanted to try something different - so I went to...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jun 1, 2007, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Rear drum out of round?

    I have a really annoying sound coming from my back wheel. There seems to be a low spot in the brake drum where it rubs each rotation causing the...
    Thread by: Fraps, May 23, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Side panels found!

    FYI - I see a lot of posts from people wanting to buy the side panels for their bikes. I was at Zdeno cycle over the weekend and saw a recently...
    Thread by: Fraps, Apr 15, 2007, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    Jet Needle positioning Question

    I have a question regarding the orientation of the jet needle that extends from the bottom of the piston. On my RJ, it is cocked at an angle - I...
    Thread by: Fraps, Apr 15, 2007, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    testoing

    test
    Thread by: Fraps, Mar 26, 2007, 0 replies, in forum: Test Zone
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    Starter Plunger Needed

    On my '82 XJ650 Seca Turbo carbs, the "hat" is broken off one of the starter plungers. Checking Bike Bandit, the part is discontinued. This part...
    Thread by: Fraps, Mar 26, 2007, 22 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    A bit sluggish out of first...

    Here's one that's been bugging me for a while now. It seems like when I give a lot of throttle while in first gear from a stop the bike bogs...
    Thread by: Fraps, Mar 6, 2007, 26 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Build your own Leak Down Tester

    Don't know if anyone here has already posted this or built their own LDT but I came across this on the web today. Looks like a nice winter...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jan 25, 2007, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    It figures....

    I parked the bike for the winter yesterday. Seemed like a good idea what with all the snow on the ground and all. Today - 15 degrees C and...
    Thread by: Fraps, Nov 6, 2006, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    The Ever Elusive "Sea Foam"

    I have heard all on the forum tote this miracle product and what it does for their bikes. Of particular interest is the "jar of marbles" sound...
    Thread by: Fraps, Sep 26, 2006, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Broken Cooling Fins

    Has anybody had any success fixing broken cooling fins on the engine? My bike has some pieces broken off from the PO and asthetically, I would...
    Thread by: Fraps, Aug 23, 2006, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Here's a good laugh - long

    You'll either laugh or cry... 1982 XJ650 Seca, took it to work on Friday to go golfing with some buddies. A customer of mine rented a school...
    Thread by: Fraps, Aug 21, 2006, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    4-1 Exhaust and Implications - Discussion

    1982 XJ650RJ Seca. I replaced the badly rusted stock exhaust years ago for a 4-1 setup (recommended by the bike shop) not knowing any better....
    Thread by: Fraps, Aug 15, 2006, 14 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Boost Sensor Location - help!

    1982 XJ 650 LJ Seca Turbo. In the middle of complete reassembly and I can't find out where the boost sensor gets mounted. It has rubber grommets...
    Thread by: Fraps, Aug 7, 2006, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Shifter cover - 82 Seca 650

    Anyone have one of these? Cracked mine doing some maintenance. I can go to the scrapyard and get hosed or see if you of you fine people will...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jul 18, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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    AIr Hose Routing on 82XJ650LJ - Help

    Anybody know how the air hose for the rear shocks routes across the frame on a 82 650 Seca Turbo? I see 4 tabs that I *THINK* retain the hose but...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jul 4, 2006, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    750 Seca Turbo?

    I have an 82' 650 Turbo that I am rebuilding this summer. I bought it in pieces with a PILE of new and spare parts. Among these parts were the...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jun 13, 2006, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Tuning Engine

    Hi All, Since finding this forum I have been tackling some bike issues with great success! Thank you all! I would like to start tuning the...
    Thread by: Fraps, Jun 5, 2006, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Neutral switch always on

    In one of my previous posts, I mentioned the bike stalls when in gear. Turns out it was the side stand switch. Jumpered it and all was fine....
    Thread by: Fraps, Jun 2, 2006, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Bike stalls when in gear

    Hello All, I have an '82 Seca 650 that I have been tinkering with for a while now. The bike runs well but whenever I put it in gear it stalls...
    Thread by: Fraps, May 8, 2006, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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