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  1. DarrenH
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    Wanted 1982 xj650 Maxim Front fork YAMAHA badge

    Okay, I'll cover shipping. I'll use it for now since I don't even have one but I don't think I want to spend $70 for a new one.
    Post by: DarrenH, Jul 18, 2016 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  2. DarrenH
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    Wanted 1982 xj650 Maxim Front fork YAMAHA badge

    My bike is missing the front fork badge so now I need to find one. Does anyone have the original chrome badge that would go on my bike?
    Thread by: DarrenH, Jul 18, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  3. DarrenH
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    For Sale Big assortment of XJ650 and XJ550 parts

    Is the Maxim 650 front fork emblem still for sale?
    Post by: DarrenH, Jul 18, 2016 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. DarrenH
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    Tips to reinstalling caliper piston?

    Anything beyond using brake fluid to help lubricate it? I already tried once and failed. I took a brass wire wheel to the seal rim again and shot...
    Thread by: DarrenH, Jun 11, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  5. DarrenH
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    Anything wrong with just cleaning the parts for the master cylinder instead of rebuilding it?

    I took apart the master cylinder in my 82 xj650 Maxim and all the parts look relatively fine. The piston, spring, even the rubber seals. I don't...
    Thread by: DarrenH, Jun 3, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. DarrenH
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    Does anyone recognize this part?

    That's probably it! It probably goes to the garden hose nozzle I brought in last week. Case closed.
    Post by: DarrenH, May 24, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. DarrenH
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    Does anyone recognize this part?

    I don't remember taking this out of anything but who knows, it may have fallen out and I didn't see it until now. It was sitting on the table next...
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 24, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. DarrenH
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    Any recommendations on repairing weathered and cracking badges?

    They're still pretty solid in the front; Nothing bad at all. It's just the back is as shown in the picture and it seems to be like an easy fix...
    Post by: DarrenH, May 24, 2016 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  9. DarrenH
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    Any recommendations on repairing weathered and cracking badges?

    [IMG] I'm thinking just fill the lettering with JB weld or something. What do you guys think?
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 24, 2016, 15 replies, in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  10. DarrenH
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    Starting for the first time after 16 years.

    :( I was hoping I'd get lucky and not have to sync it. How can you tell? The hiccup around the end was because I was messing with the choke.
    Post by: DarrenH, May 23, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. DarrenH
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    Starting for the first time after 16 years.

    So I came to this forum about a month ago with my father's Maxim xj650 that has been garaged for the past couple of decades. I assumed it sat for...
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 23, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. DarrenH
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    How do I remove the oil fill cap?

    I don't recall finding a washer. This is what I have [IMG]
    Post by: DarrenH, May 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. DarrenH
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    How do I remove the oil fill cap?

    That's what I'm looking at and it doesn't show a big spring. I have the nut, filter, case, and a large spring. I'm not sure of the order and...
    Post by: DarrenH, May 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. DarrenH
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    How do I remove the oil fill cap?

    Oh I got it off! My room mate had one big enough. So couple more questions, how does the sight glass help me tell how much oil I have? And I took...
    Post by: DarrenH, May 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. DarrenH
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    How do I remove the oil fill cap?

    I don't have that big of a wrench. Could I just remove the clutch cover?
    Post by: DarrenH, May 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. DarrenH
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    How do I remove the oil fill cap?

    Would a hair dryer cut it?
    Post by: DarrenH, May 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. DarrenH
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    How do I remove the oil fill cap?

    I can't get it off and I feel like I'm going to break it.
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 17, 2016, 16 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. DarrenH
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    What are the three holes located right under the throttle plate?

    So how can I reach those holes to clean them?
    Post by: DarrenH, May 13, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. DarrenH
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    xj650 sat in my father's garage for roughly 20 years. Should I even bother?

    So would I replace the friction discs, drive plates, or both?
    Post by: DarrenH, May 13, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. DarrenH
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    What are the three holes located right under the throttle plate?

    These three holes appear to be a bit more difficult to clean than the rest of them and I'm not even sure what they do. Any insight? [IMG]
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 13, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. DarrenH
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    Is it okay to use carb cleaner on the float, float valve, and diaphragm?

    I'm working on the first carb with all the parts are taken out. I guess I'll try silicone spray. Is there any specific brand?
    Post by: DarrenH, May 10, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. DarrenH
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    Is this the right oil?

    That's great to hear. Thanks guys.
    Post by: DarrenH, May 9, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. DarrenH
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    Is it okay to use carb cleaner on the float, float valve, and diaphragm?

    But what if I'm just spraying the rubber parts with carb cleaner? Would that be the same as soaking it?
    Post by: DarrenH, May 9, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. DarrenH
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    Is this the right oil?

    I have an 82 xj650 maxim. I've been searching through this site but I couldn't find a solid answer for what oil to get. The results were all over...
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 9, 2016, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. DarrenH
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    Is it okay to use carb cleaner on the float, float valve, and diaphragm?

    I'm cleaning my carburetor and I'm unsure how to clean these parts. Will the carb cleaner damage the plastic and rubber parts or is it fine to...
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 9, 2016, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. DarrenH
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    Should I clean my gas tank first, or take care of it later?

    I'm starting the overhaul of my xj650 Maxim and I'm deciding on what to do first. I've emptied out the gas tank and a bunch of rust came out. I'm...
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 6, 2016, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. DarrenH
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    xj650 sat in my father's garage for roughly 20 years. Should I even bother?

    Where does Chacal get all these parts? Wouldn't he run out?
    Post by: DarrenH, May 6, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. DarrenH
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    xj650 sat in my father's garage for roughly 20 years. Should I even bother?

    You didn't have any problems with the engine seizing? That's one of the things that is worrying me. I'm going to start working on it today and...
    Post by: DarrenH, May 5, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. DarrenH
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    xj650 sat in my father's garage for roughly 20 years. Should I even bother?

    So where would I be able to find the VIN? The search results aren't leading my anywhere. I still have to get use to this website.
    Post by: DarrenH, May 4, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. DarrenH
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    xj650 sat in my father's garage for roughly 20 years. Should I even bother?

    Well, here I go. Judging by the license plates, I was a tad bit off from when it was last ran. If it is correct, it hasn't ran for 26 years. I...
    Post by: DarrenH, May 3, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. DarrenH
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    xj650 sat in my father's garage for roughly 20 years. Should I even bother?

    Alright. The cost of the project is also another factor but a few hundred doesn't sound too bad. I have limited resources living on my own but I...
    Post by: DarrenH, May 2, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. DarrenH
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    xj650 sat in my father's garage for roughly 20 years. Should I even bother?

    My father has a xj650 with 7000 miles on the odometer. He told me he rode it back then but then one day it didn't start. He was too busy working...
    Thread by: DarrenH, May 2, 2016, 48 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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