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  1. CurleyJ00
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    1982 XJ550 Maxim Wiring Help

    Here's the same ones I got:...
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Jul 20, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. CurleyJ00
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    1982 XJ550 Maxim Wiring Help

    I can send you a link theyre just some ones I got off of ebay that were the same as harley controls but not ridiculously overpriced.
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Jul 20, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. CurleyJ00
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    1982 XJ550 Maxim Wiring Help

    I didn't plan on making my own harness. I have the diagram but I just don't know how to go about making it work
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Jul 20, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. CurleyJ00
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    1982 XJ550 Maxim Wiring Help

    I need help with all the lights basically. I'm by no means a professional at wiring so I really wanted to get some help so that I don't somehow...
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Jul 19, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. CurleyJ00
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    1982 XJ550 Maxim Wiring Help

    I currently have a 1982 XJ550 Maxim project bike that im working on wiring switches to. I swapped to one inch bars and i have one inch controls im...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Jul 19, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 No Idle

    I recently rebuilt my carb and cleaned it. I got it on the bike and it will start and idle on choke but it will not idle when it's not being...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Apr 23, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    Are the screws/bolts on the carb specific or could I replace them with ones from the hardware store? Many of them are rusted and are probably...
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    The actual needle. Took the float out and there is play in it.
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 28, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    I saw the retainer bracket but didn't want mess with anything yet. I'll take it apart and check it out
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    It's the float needle. Since it's loose I'm assuming that one of the problems is that it doesn't seal.
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    I have all the parts on the way to rebuild my carb. My main issue was 3 and 4 leaking fuel but I figured I might as well rebuild all if I'm going...
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 27, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    I took them off because it was leaking everywhere. All I did was change the bowl gaskets
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    Leaks down the side of the bowls.
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 25, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maxim Carburetor

    I got my XJ550 Maxim running but the carburetor still leaks gas from #3 and #4. I replaced the bowl gaskets but it still leaks. Any suggestions?...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Mar 25, 2017, 23 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maitnence

    Thanks for the links! Can't wait to get started reading
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 23, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maitnence

    I was planning on replacing the brakes. Especially the rear drum what with the issues they had from the factory.
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 23, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Maitnence

    I'm looking to do some basic maitnence on my 1982 XJ550 Maxim. It's my current project bike and I'm looking to do everything right on it. I need...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Mar 23, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Solo Seat

    Mainly mounting ideas. Going for one with the spring look. I was thinking of welding a bar in for the springs to sit on but I don't know anything...
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 23, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Solo Seat

    I've never had a Solo seat so correct me if I'm wrong, but would the seat bolt directly to the pan then you attatch the springs to the pan and a...
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 22, 2017 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Solo Seat

    I'm looking to put a solo seat on my XJ550 project and have yet to completely figure it out. I would imagine I have to fabricate a custom seat...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Mar 22, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. CurleyJ00
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    1982 XJ550 Maxim (Need into)

    Thanks! Should help a bunch
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 20, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. CurleyJ00
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    1982 XJ550 Maxim (Need into)

    I was able to get my XJ550 running thanks to everyone's help. One of the problems was there being half a bowl gasket just missing. (Yikes) I'm...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Mar 19, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Starting Problems

    I had the Petcock set to on. I didn't replace the needle or seat
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Starting Problems

    I just used gasoline and a tooth brush to clean them.
    Post by: CurleyJ00, Mar 6, 2017 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. CurleyJ00
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    XJ550 Starting Problems

    I just stared working on a 1982 XJ550 Maxim but I can't get it to start. I changed spark plugs and changed the oil and got it to run for about 5...
    Thread by: CurleyJ00, Mar 6, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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