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  1. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Oh I know she's a keeper, I'm still shocked 2 weeks later! So, Maybe short is the wrong term, but when I'm not cranking the starter there's like...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 30, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    I think I found my problem. There’s a short from the battery to the starter solenoid. The positive battery lead for sure needs replaced. Hopefully...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 29, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    I was still using jumper cables here, sorry. I know I still need to get out to get a new battery. Ok, I'll give that link another read through to...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 29, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Is there a chance my starter is drawing enough power when I crank it that it’s preventing spark? I noticed tonight that it’s having a slightly...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 28, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    That’s kinda what I figured. Yeah, I disconnected the bullet connector by the tci. Still nothing.
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 28, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    So I know it’s been a few days since I posted an update. No real time to put any work in this weekend. Anyway, I’m getting ~12 volts into the...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 28, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Ok, on the docket to try tonight. Thanks for all the help.
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 24, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Also, I was wrong earlier when I said the on board meter doesn’t drop when the brake lights come on. It does drop noticeably, but not near as much...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 23, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Ok, so I picked up a DMM. The voltage on the battery is 10.43. Too low I know. When I ran the starter it dropped to 1.83. I hooked up my bike...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 23, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Also, I picked up a DMM on my lunch break today, so hopefully that helps
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 23, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    No it doesn't
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 23, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Ok, based on what people have said here along with other reading on the internet and seeing the voltage meter on my bike go from somewhere between...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 23, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Alright, I disconnected the black and white ignition cut off wire at the bullet connector by the TCI, but no luck. I’ll pick up a DMM tomorrow....
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 22, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Alright, I'll give a new battery a shot and then start working through the relay switch sensor diode guide you linked through. Even if it's not...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 22, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    So The original fuse box has already been replaced with inline fuse holders, and I went through to make sure the fuses are in good shape. Could it...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 22, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    Thanks for the input! I was planning on trying to clean the carbs, but I kinda feel like the first order of business is figuring out why I don't...
    Post by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 22, 2018 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. ZachVanMatre
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    82 XJ550 Seca Starter issue

    So my wife did something amazing and bought me a bike. It's my first one other than dirt bikes growing up, so I'm really excited, but it doesn't...
    Thread by: ZachVanMatre, Aug 22, 2018, 35 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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