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  1. Blackfnttruck
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    Headlight wiring

    compress and sort to the back as much as possible, it is a pain, this is from my 650. [IMG]
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, May 25, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Blackfnttruck
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    not new to bikes, just to XJ's explain fuse box issue plz

    I think that is the one I used: This is the initial setup, need to clean up some of the wires and connections yet> [IMG]
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, May 11, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Blackfnttruck
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    Petcock

    Looks great, nice job.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Apr 30, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Blackfnttruck
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    max width for rear tyre?? xj650 -82

    Mounted the tire setup above, no rubbing issues on mine with the 130/90-18 S11.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Blackfnttruck
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    New tire question

    Did the same with both front and rear tires, local shop mounted them both. They wanted to sell them to me, but this shop, fairly large, could not...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Blackfnttruck
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    Painting Valve cover..

    It does get pretty hot, I used Duplicolor engine enamel with ceramic, and their High temp primer probably same stuff as listed above: [IMG]
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Apr 1, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Blackfnttruck
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    Typo?

    You can contact X4EVER at: info@xj4ever.com His web site also has a nice catalog, which, in my opinion, is easier to navigate:...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Blackfnttruck
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    max width for rear tyre?? xj650 -82

    When I bought my bike it came with a 130/90 18, Never rubbed, I can't remember what make it was. I have since mounted a Bridgestone S11, 130/90...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 23, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    No need on mine, as shown above, just needed to align the u-joint and slide it in, didn't need to remove the drive shaft.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    Yea, this is a closer look at what mine looks like: [IMG] Here is one with the clip: [IMG] Top one is listed an an 82 and the bottom as an...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    The spline end is just like the one pictured above, no clip or groove for the clip. It has a clip like the one above, on the neck of the spline,...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    Rear drive assembly finally in: [IMG] [IMG] No need to remove the drive shaft, just needed to get the cross joint coupling aligned and it slid...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    Yup, I've read that> Reassemble the shaft by reversing the removal sequence. having first lubricated both splines with molybdenium grease. Push...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 8, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    Ha, no I have the Haynes Manual. It shows taking out the whole swing arm assembly. It doesn't seem to explain the reassembly of just the drive...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 7, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    If I remove the drive shaft, I must be stupid, how do I get the rear drive back on with the snap ring, won't it be inside the shaft housing?
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 7, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    Thanks ..I'll try that, it came out pretty easy, if I recall
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 7, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    Thanks, yup pulled as a unit as shown.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 7, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Blackfnttruck
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    Easy way to re-install drive assembly.....

    Is there an easy way to line up and re-install the drive assemble? Not my picture: Can't seem to get mine lined up. [IMG]
    Thread by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 7, 2016, 25 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Blackfnttruck
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    Valve cover gasket hole...........

    Gotcha, so some bikes need the hole for some reason. Mine just seems to have an empty hole, that doesn't seem to go anywhere. Thanks
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Blackfnttruck
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    Valve cover gasket hole...........

    Alright....first performance mod. I'm cutting a hole in mine and shaving the whole gasket down to minimum.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Blackfnttruck
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    Valve cover gasket hole...........

    Why do some valve cover gaskets have a large hole, see pic and some don't. Doesn't seem to be necessary on my XJ650RJ. I've seen some where the...
    Thread by: Blackfnttruck, Mar 2, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Blackfnttruck
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    Torn valve cover gasket......

    Yea, probably not for that whole gasket. I think I'll be safe and just order another. Way too much work to have to replace it, if it doesn't work....
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 28, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Blackfnttruck
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    Torn valve cover gasket......

    Dummy...I torn the valve cover gasket in one place trying to get it back on. Could I cut about a 16th of the gasket out, at the tear, and fill...
    Thread by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 28, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Blackfnttruck
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    XJ400z air intake boots dry and solid

    Interesting, so brake fluid could be a rubber revitalizer.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 27, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Blackfnttruck
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    Is this supposed to happen....Spark plug wire....

    Thanks guys, as usual....a wealth of knowledge on this forum. And guys more than willing to help.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 25, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Blackfnttruck
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    Is this supposed to happen....Spark plug wire....

    Thanks for the info, I assume I measure from the cap to ground? It is an XJ650RJ That plug was more powered black than the others, when checked...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Blackfnttruck
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    Is this supposed to happen....Spark plug wire....

    Oddly, it looks like it is supposed to push on, no screw, just a sharp, threaded stud. Is this stock? [IMG]
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Blackfnttruck
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    Is this supposed to happen....Spark plug wire....

    Reading through the XJ4EVER catalog I see these do come separate, but is this supposed to happen, do i just push it back in, or how is that...
    Thread by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 24, 2016, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. Blackfnttruck
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    Need a wiring Guru for 1981 XJ750 Seca project

    I always liked this stuff, makes an easy cover....
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. Blackfnttruck
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    Battery voltage

    Standing voltage seems about right, could be higher, what matters is what happens to the voltage under load, when starting. Put your meter on the...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 20, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. Blackfnttruck
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    Need a wiring Guru for 1981 XJ750 Seca project

    Thanks for the info.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. Blackfnttruck
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    Ok...this is a little upsetting..........

    Why does XJ4EVER have to have....SO MUCH STUFF !!! I'm going to be spending a lot on this bike...it is nice to be able to make a 34 year old...
    Thread by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 19, 2016, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. Blackfnttruck
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    Chacal parts

    I have found the best way to search for parts is at XJ4EVER's web page. It is much easier to feed through with many more product catagories to...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Blackfnttruck
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    Need a wiring Guru for 1981 XJ750 Seca project

    Thanks, that would be great. I've also tried different things, this chrome is tough. I ended up bead blasting my head light surround to see what...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 19, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Blackfnttruck
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    Need a wiring Guru for 1981 XJ750 Seca project

    Can't tell from the pic, is the rear exhaust brushed? if so did you use a scrub pad on it? looks good.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 18, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Blackfnttruck
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    Chacal parts

    That explains it...thanks...yes I've been ordering quite a bit from him. No complaints. Fast shipping and I know I'm getting the correct parts for...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 18, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Blackfnttruck
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    Chacal parts

    OK...I usually deal with Len at XJ4EVER, maybe that's his screen name.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 18, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Blackfnttruck
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    Chacal parts

    I'm confused..is Chacal the same as XJ4EVER?
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 18, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Blackfnttruck
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    Painting

    I've had wrinkles happen also, sometimes I think it was too heavy going on, instead of a very distant thin coat.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Blackfnttruck
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    Petcock rebuild..........

    Big thanks to bigfitz52 for doing a great write-up on this:...
    Thread by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 17, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Blackfnttruck
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    Rebuilding the Yamaha Vacuum Fuel Valve w/pics

    Ok..thanks.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 14, 2016 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  42. Blackfnttruck
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    Rebuilding the Yamaha Vacuum Fuel Valve w/pics

    How do you remove the in tank filter from the petcock? I've tried gentle pulling, with no luck, I don't want to break it, it is still in good...
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Feb 14, 2016 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  43. Blackfnttruck
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    bensalf's 4 year caferacer build

    OK....wow...just wow...that is one fantastic build, nice work.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 31, 2016 in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. Blackfnttruck
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    Opinion on new tire purchased.......

    Thanks for the input.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. Blackfnttruck
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    Opinion on new tire purchased.......

    Ha....good point. BTW...it came from what I would consider a reputable dealer, not an ebay purchase
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 21, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Blackfnttruck
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    Opinion on new tire purchased.......

    I just bought a new rear tire and when it came it has a 3812 date code. I'm sure it is fine, and they told me, of course, it was stored in a...
    Thread by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 20, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Blackfnttruck
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    Master Cylinder Questions???

    Ha...gotcha...it is more fun to rebuild and make it look like new, and in the end it will be an original.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. Blackfnttruck
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    Master Cylinder Questions???

    I'm no expert...for sure...but as bad as that looks, why not go with this.............
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. Blackfnttruck
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    Master Cylinder hose connection...........

    Ha...yea...for that price it might be worth having a future spare.
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 11, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Blackfnttruck
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    Master Cylinder hose connection...........

    This might be the one I have, I'm sure the original owner must have replaced the original, which could mean the seals etc are still good.....
    Post by: Blackfnttruck, Jan 11, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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