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  1. mrredbaron
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    Throttle cable broken in GR Michigan, local help?

    Thanks for the responses guys, I got it figured out
    Post by: mrredbaron, May 6, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. mrredbaron
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    Throttle cable broken in GR Michigan, local help?

    I live two hours away in Brighton, need to be back by Saturday morning for work.. It's snapped right at the bead that attached to the carbs....
    Thread by: mrredbaron, May 5, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. mrredbaron
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    why would i be hearing a click from the starter solenoid, but the starter doesn't engage?

    i'm pressed for time and had some thick gauge wire around so i put some eyebolt connectors on it and attached them to each poles of the solenoid....
    Post by: mrredbaron, Sep 24, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. mrredbaron
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    why would i be hearing a click from the starter solenoid, but the starter doesn't engage?

    alright i'll order a new solenoid.. unless i can get one in a shop along the way... is this the kind of thing a bike dealership might have on...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Sep 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. mrredbaron
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    why would i be hearing a click from the starter solenoid, but the starter doesn't engage?

    I'm worried I may have burned out my starter solenoid. When I press the start button, I hear it click, but the starter doesn't engage. When I...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Sep 23, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. mrredbaron
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    Colortune how to, block yics?

    Ended up leaving it blocked for the whole time/synch process. Thanks for the help
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jun 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. mrredbaron
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    Colortune how to, block yics?

    Valves are adjusted and fuel levels set. It runs just fine but I have never done colortune before
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jun 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. mrredbaron
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    Colortune how to, block yics?

    Hopefully someone can answer my questions real quick, I apologize for being tedious. I have the bike all pulled apart right now and have gathered...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Jun 18, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. mrredbaron
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    valve cover bolt holes stripped... options?

    Veeery interesting.. Touché Yamaha, touché. Checking in, permatex ultra black stopped the leak for the most part. Buttoning down the hatch I...
    Post by: mrredbaron, May 11, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. mrredbaron
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    valve cover bolt holes stripped... options?

    Alright guys, checking in. Helicoil went according to plan, thanks for all the insight. I was nervous but I think everything turned out okay. So...
    Post by: mrredbaron, May 7, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. mrredbaron
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    valve cover bolt holes stripped... options?

    Okay. Just bought the helicoil M6 x 1 kit from amazon for ~$26. Took a bolt into auto zone and confirmed its a M6x1 so should be good there. With...
    Post by: mrredbaron, May 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. mrredbaron
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    valve cover bolt holes stripped... options?

    Looks right
    Post by: mrredbaron, Apr 30, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. mrredbaron
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    valve cover bolt holes stripped... options?

    82 550 maxim. I'll call shops tomorrow for a quote.
    Post by: mrredbaron, Apr 30, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. mrredbaron
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    valve cover bolt holes stripped... options?

    Right side, front two outer valve cover bolt holes are stripped. I have no idea what to do because the valve cover bolts are so unique.. Right now...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Apr 30, 2015, 52 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. mrredbaron
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    looking to upgrade battery 82 550 maxim

    yeah seems like it. so like this maybe? http://www.amazon.com/1981-1983-Yamaha-Motorcycle-Platinum-Battery/dp/B005GWZZRK EDIT: i guess i'm...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Feb 26, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. mrredbaron
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    looking to upgrade battery 82 550 maxim

    Would like to transfer to a maintenance free model, that i wont have to replace every other year.. Any suggestions about how to shop for a battery...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Feb 26, 2015, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. mrredbaron
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    Low speed t-bone collision knocks something out of alignment

    Thanks for the responses guys, will update asap
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 8, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. mrredbaron
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    Low speed t-bone collision knocks something out of alignment

    Re: Low speed t-bone collision knocks something out of align there is some evidence. starter fluid got the bike running today, and i rode it for...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. mrredbaron
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    Low speed t-bone collision knocks something out of alignment

    Re: Low speed t-bone collision knocks something out of align Reviving my old thread... Finally got some time to poke around. Removed the...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. mrredbaron
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    Low speed t-bone collision knocks something out of alignment

    All good tips guys, thanks. When I remove the cover, what would I be looking for to be out of alignment? The nasty little voice inside my head...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jun 17, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. mrredbaron
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    Low speed t-bone collision knocks something out of alignment

    Hi guys. I could use some help. Last weekend my brother t-boned me at a low speed and knocked my bike over. (It was probably my fault, we had...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Jun 17, 2014, 15 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. mrredbaron
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    Add 18w led light bar to front forks?

    Wow thanks for the great reply. Looking through search results i found your bike earlier, and really like what youve done with it, looks really...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Mar 23, 2014 in forum: XJ Modifications
  23. mrredbaron
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    Add 18w led light bar to front forks?

    Id like to add a led light bar to my front forks to increase visibility, both of me and for me. Is this possible? I dont know much about...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Mar 22, 2014, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. mrredbaron
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    starter sticks on when I attach my battery

    Had this exact problem on this exact bike. Unfortunately i couldnt nail down the source, because eventually it started working again. Ill pass...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Mar 21, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    Ok just took in the battery to autozone for a charge so i can start playing around with the electrical. Ive got a hopeful theory, maybe you...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 16, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    Forgot to mention, the ignition is off, the key is removed, and as soon as I power the battery it turns.
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 13, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    This is where I'm at... got the assembly disassembled. Spritzed it with brake cleaner, even with the wires disconnected like this it turns over,...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 13, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    Cant even tell ya how much that helps. Thanks. If it doesnt work, ill be back asking about aftermarket units haha
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 12, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    Reviving my old thread here...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 12, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. mrredbaron
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    Fried starter solenoid, replacement?

    Ok thanks a lot guys
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 2, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. mrredbaron
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    Fried starter solenoid, replacement?

    Seeing as theyre about the same price from xj4ever, does anyone have experience ordering from them? Do you just send them a pm? Sorry for the...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 2, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. mrredbaron
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    Fried starter solenoid, replacement?

    Fried my starter solenoid and wondering if i can get a Replacement from autozone. Several are listed on their website as "fit varies" so im...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Jul 2, 2013, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    Alright many thanks. Ill replace the solenoid asap, great forum, been browsing a while now, love my xj, never had a problem till now, awesome forum
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jun 27, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    Forgot to add, when i pulled the ignition fuse , the problem continued. I dont have a service manual for this bike, and cant find one online
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jun 27, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. mrredbaron
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    Starter continuously engaged, troubleshoot?

    A week or so ago, i was trying to start my 82 xj 550 with what i now understand is a flat battery. So it was turning over, turning over, turning...
    Thread by: mrredbaron, Jun 27, 2013, 21 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. mrredbaron
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    Complete part out - 82 XJ550

    im interested in the seat if it is in decent condition, next weekend (7/14/12) i'll be in xenia, oh. perhaps we could arrange a pick up. (lol...
    Post by: mrredbaron, Jul 6, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
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