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  1. MoralDK
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    deer season

    Sorry to hear about your accident. I nailed my doe on September 3rd. I live out in the woods. I decided to ride to the store just after sunset...
    Post by: MoralDK, Oct 29, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  2. MoralDK
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    Handling question

    32 psi in the front? I'm running the recommended 26 psi in front. Any less or any more adversely affects ride and handling.
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 27, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. MoralDK
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    little help on figuring RPMs?

    I've been running a particularly good tune this season. Checked valves in April and all the intakes were .11 and all the exhausts were .16. I've...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. MoralDK
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    stuck mixture screw in carb

    An easy-out and Kroil should do it. I've been using a "screw extractor" and it works very well. If you're not familiar with these, let us know.
    Post by: MoralDK, Feb 9, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. MoralDK
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    Crazy Off Road Idea, Reponse from the Peanut Gallery?

    I've done some "flat trackin" on dirt and gravel roads with my XJ, but I wouldn't recommend an XJ for what you want. A good choice would be an...
    Post by: MoralDK, Feb 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. MoralDK
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    Suggestions for staying alive? New Rider

    Hello & Welcome! If you read that stuff and take a course, you should be good to go. The only thing I would ad is "everyone is out to get...
    Post by: MoralDK, Jan 10, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. MoralDK
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    Snapped throttle cable?

    Don't forget to make sure the return spring for the carbs is clean. Kinda like a garage door spring, it can cause a lot of resistance when dirty...
    Post by: MoralDK, Nov 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. MoralDK
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    Canadian Tire & NKG BP7ES Plugs RANT

    Back in '03, when I bought my Audi, I bought expensive platinum Bosch plugs, then ND's...they didn't last. The smartest guy (I think) on the Audi...
    Post by: MoralDK, Sep 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. MoralDK
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    YICS what is it exactly? and what does it do

    I'm wondering if YICS also allowed engineers to use larger valves for high-flow performance and still get baby butt smooth idle at low rpm's...
    Post by: MoralDK, Sep 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. MoralDK
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    basketcase 750R to daily on a budget

    I've been known to get in trouble on the forum with my opinions...but I've always preferred the Maxim over the Seca for styling...your bike could...
    Post by: MoralDK, Sep 18, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. MoralDK
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    Base gasket leaking? I need your advice and help!!!!!!

    Oops, I see you did that on 8-21-11......never mind.
    Post by: MoralDK, Sep 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. MoralDK
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    Base gasket leaking? I need your advice and help!!!!!!

    You should have ordered up some new rubber donuts for the valve cover bolts.
    Post by: MoralDK, Sep 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. MoralDK
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    CITGO is Good Gas... NOT

    I live a ways out of town, so I try and get gas before I go home. If I don't I may have to stop at an Exxon near where I live. If I put their fuel...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 30, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. MoralDK
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    Look What Followed Me Home yesterday....

    Nice find! It takes me back...way back to 1967. My dad came home with a new bike for my brother. A brand-new, shiny white Honda 65. No helmets...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 30, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. MoralDK
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    Are you OLDER than your XJ?

    I'm nearly twice as old.
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 30, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. MoralDK
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    Little sister makeover.....for the girlfriend.

    What did you do with the mufflers? Are they for sale?
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 29, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. MoralDK
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    Crap! What'd I do? 83 Turbo

    The sidestand relay on my bike is right next to the TCI on a rubber hanger. Disconnect and it will ignore the sidestand switch. I black taped the...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 25, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. MoralDK
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    looking for a touring seat

    I've done a few trips of 400-500 mi. on my bike. The thing that saved my a$$ was the highway pegs I bolted onto my crash bars. A strapped on...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. MoralDK
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    The "PLINK" came back/Don't Get Fooled Again V.347

    Kinda like pounding a nail in with a rock.
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 23, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. MoralDK
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    I hate: AutoZone, Advance, O'Reilly, CarQuest and RadioShack

    I guess I'm lucky to have lived here all my life and have found a good supplier. I just call Lee Ann at Napa. She's smart as a whip, really nice...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 23, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. MoralDK
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    The "PLINK" came back/Don't Get Fooled Again V.347

    I used to be an independent rep for UE Systems. I still have an Ultraprobe 2000 ultrasonic detector that I use a lot for mechanical investigation....
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 23, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. MoralDK
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    XJ11 - front wheel rotation - right easy, left resistance.

    Can you get any horizontal, rotatational free play with the front wheel when you lock the steering? If so, you've got wheel bearing issues....
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. MoralDK
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    XJ Dualsport?

    I did some online shopping for the bike that would suit my purposes totally, considering my 300' vertical driveway climb over 8/10 of a mile with...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. MoralDK
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    Front Axle Nut Torque

    After close examination, it seems there was a small amount of mud, shmagma or other debris in the axle hole of the right fork (pinch bolt side)....
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. MoralDK
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    82 xj750 maxim warning light...

    It's likely his new battery doesn't have a fluid level sensor connected. It's not a problem. There's threads on here that detail how to eliminate...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 17, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. MoralDK
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    Maxim 750 X motor in an '82 750 Maxim?

    MaximumX, looking at your bike list, you might know which runs stronger: the 900 or the X? 97 hp for the 900? I bet a 900 engine would fit well in...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 17, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. MoralDK
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    Maxim 750 X motor in an '82 750 Maxim?

    That's what I'm talkin about....Thanks MaximumX!
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 17, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. MoralDK
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    Maxim 750 X motor in an '82 750 Maxim?

    It seems this thread draws more interest in my personal style preference than the actual project I'm considering. Again, it's all about personal...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 16, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Saddle bags

    doc2029, those aren't the same as mine...they're better. Mine (from Bilt) don't have foam panels. These foam panels could provide insulation for...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 16, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. MoralDK
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    Saddle bags

    Easy open, waterproof, roomy, won't collapse....nice!
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. MoralDK
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    Front Axle Nut Torque

    Ricko: That's the way I've always done it. bigfitz52: No mashing, all parts in good condition. I've got it apart at home. I'll do more...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. MoralDK
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    550 Exhaust on Ebay

    I was just looking for exhaust for my bike. Didn't find it, but here's a complete system for the 550. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/81-83-Ya...
    Thread by: MoralDK, Aug 15, 2011, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. MoralDK
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    Maxim 750 X motor in an '82 750 Maxim?

    Nothing too spooky so far...I'm gonna go take some measurements and see what he wants for the X and possibly pick up the extra '82. Maybe I can...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 15, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. MoralDK
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    Wheel/axle spacer tube... What's it for?

    I too have been working on the front axle. I've been experimenting with the axle nut torque. I think I've got that figured out. The big thought in...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 15, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. MoralDK
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    Maxim 750 X motor in an '82 750 Maxim?

    Oops! I sometimes forget that personal opinions aren't allowed here.
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 15, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  36. MoralDK
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    Maxim 750 X motor in an '82 750 Maxim?

    Fixing the X maybe the better path...but I don't want an X. No offense to any X owners, but I'm not a big fan of Harley clones and that's the...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 15, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. MoralDK
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    Maxim 750 X motor in an '82 750 Maxim?

    I rode by a neighbors house the other day and noticed he had a maxim sitting in his garage. He was out in the yard, so I stopped and asked him...
    Thread by: MoralDK, Aug 14, 2011, 19 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. MoralDK
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    Front Axle Nut Torque

    Pinch bolt is always last, after working the forks. I just ran over 200 mi yesterday and all is well. I will disassemble tomorrow and look for...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 14, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. MoralDK
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    Suzuki Boulevard?

    If it is in excellent shape, I don't think you'll ever feel bad about buying it. I too like single cylinder bikes. One of my faves is the old...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 14, 2011 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  40. MoralDK
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    Iron Butt Saddle Sore ride

    I've got a good friend, Michael Boge, who finished this years' Iron Butt 39th with the "4 corners" bonus. He rides a Honda ST1300 sport touring...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 14, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  41. MoralDK
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    Front Axle Nut Torque

    For as long as I've had my bike, I've always torqued the front axle nut. I haven't given it the full 78 ft/lb, but more like 50 ft/lb. A coupla...
    Thread by: MoralDK, Aug 14, 2011, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. MoralDK
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    Saddle bags

    I got these at Cycle Gear for $50. They seem to fit and work well. [img]
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Replacing 750 Maxim Seat Cover

    I'm looking for a good replacement seat cover. I see quite a few websites offering covers, such at B&H Specialties, but I have no idea what...
    Thread by: MoralDK, Aug 2, 2011, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. MoralDK
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    New horn: no beep, just clicks

    Before I put my bike up...over 10 years ago...the horn didn't work at all. After recently putting the bike back into action, the horn works...
    Post by: MoralDK, Aug 2, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. MoralDK
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    Pic Posting Problems

    I also tried an html link. I still get an error page.
    Post by: MoralDK, Jul 26, 2011 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. MoralDK
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    Pic Posting Problems

    Anyone else having trouble posting pics as an attachment? I wanted to show off my new saddlebags from Cycle Gear. I get an error page.
    Thread by: MoralDK, Jul 26, 2011, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. MoralDK
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    XJ Dualsport?

    My driveway climbs vertically 300' over 8/10 of a mile. Very steep with switchbacks. My neighbors & I just dumped 4-6" of gravel on it. We've...
    Post by: MoralDK, Jul 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. MoralDK
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    What kind of gas mileage are you fellows getting?

    I'm getting about 45 now since I have the 4 into 1 on (temporarily). I'm having a baffle made for my 4 into 2 Jardine system. With it installed...
    Post by: MoralDK, Jul 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    2,000 mile rebuilt top end -- using oil???

    I wouldn't be surprised at all to find that changes in vent pressure differential could cause an issue. Any chance of plumbing it back to stock...
    Post by: MoralDK, Jul 19, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. MoralDK
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    2,000 mile rebuilt top end -- using oil???

    Crankcase vent clear?
    Post by: MoralDK, Jul 18, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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