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  1. MindtheTread
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    COLORADO!!

    Hey Denver Fam - I have a '82 XJ 650 that I took to pieces to rebuild but ran into health issues and will not be able to finish the project. I did...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Mar 7, 2025 in forum: Western US and Canada
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    82 XJ 650 - Modifying Wireharness for Engine Test Fire (without re-installing it in the Frame)

    The thing I haven't quite sorted yet are the plan for grounding/earthing - open to suggestions. After your suggestion I went back to the Haynes...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Oct 8, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. MindtheTread
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    82 XJ 650 - Modifying Wireharness for Engine Test Fire (without re-installing it in the Frame)

    I think I'm not so worried about gears and clutch - I'm worried about oil leaks, all 4 cylinders firing, confirming ignition/starter/timing; that...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Oct 7, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. MindtheTread
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    82 XJ 650 - Modifying Wireharness for Engine Test Fire (without re-installing it in the Frame)

    Just for context, I've put this in some other threads, but I bought this bike 2 years ago. It was not running, the carbs were off (water in...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Oct 6, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. MindtheTread
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    82 XJ 650 - Modifying Wireharness for Engine Test Fire (without re-installing it in the Frame)

    The fuse box is in a poor state - but is the ignition fuse needed for a test fire, or is it to protect the switches on the handlebars that I'm not...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Oct 6, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    82 XJ 650 - Modifying Wireharness for Engine Test Fire (without re-installing it in the Frame)

    This is the schematic I found[ATTACH]
    Post by: MindtheTread, Oct 6, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. MindtheTread
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    82 XJ 650 - Modifying Wireharness for Engine Test Fire (without re-installing it in the Frame)

    I saw some posts on using newer aftermarket/smart wiring harnesses on the XJ a few years ago when I first got this project bike. It might be time...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Oct 6, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. MindtheTread
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    82 XJ 650 - Modifying Wireharness for Engine Test Fire (without re-installing it in the Frame)

    Hey Fam, The mechanical/fuel systems are nearly a go - last step is to add back in the oil. The wiring harness that I completely pulled off the...
    Thread by: MindtheTread, Oct 6, 2024, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Fuel Lines and Petcock for Engine Test Fire

    Thanks for the pointers. What did you mean by 'all the ports blocked on the inlet manifolds'? Are these on the carbs somewhere? I think I...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Oct 6, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Fuel Lines and Petcock for Engine Test Fire

    I'm trying to put together the fuel system in order to test fire the recently rebuilt engine. Does anyone have any photos or videos of testing a...
    Thread by: MindtheTread, Oct 3, 2024, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ 650 Choke Rail and Carb Checks

    Hey All, As I mentioned in a previous post, when I got this bike the previous owner had disassembled the carbs and fuel system. I've done my best...
    Thread by: MindtheTread, Oct 3, 2024, 0 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    A Carb Jet + Needle disaster

    This is the video I'm referring to, time stamp 9:30 : [MEDIA] I think you answered my question though, I'll go back through all 4 and check I...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Sep 19, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. MindtheTread
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    A Carb Jet + Needle disaster

    Thanks Len, this is exactly what I needed to understand. (You are correct Air-compensator jets is what I meant not 'starter' jets.) The last...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Sep 18, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    A Carb Jet + Needle disaster

    Hey Fam, I'm finally (2 years in the making) onto the last part of my full motor rebuild. Everything has gone relatively smoothly up to this...
    Thread by: MindtheTread, Sep 18, 2024, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve Cover Gasket - Not Fitting?

    I got it to work with some hi-tack glue. I got it seated in, but was a struggle for sure. We will see if there are any leaks when I finally get...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Sep 17, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve Cover Gasket - Not Fitting?

    Thanks Dan, Its been like two years since I bought the gasket, so thanks for reminding me of his user name, I'll see if I can't get in touch...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Sep 1, 2024 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Valve Cover Gasket - Not Fitting?

    Hey All, I'm finally trying to finish up a 1984 XJ full engine rebuild. Everything went pretty smoothly, until I tried to put the valve cover...
    Thread by: MindtheTread, Sep 1, 2024, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Gear Selector, Pins Missing?

    Just to close this out for any future searchers. I figured out that the little dots on the wheel indicate which holes need pins (should have...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Aug 24, 2022 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Gear Selector, Pins Missing?

    Hey Franz, This looks like there are 3 removable pins (#4) and 1 fixed pin (#5). Item 7 you referred to is in the case itself and much larger....
    Post by: MindtheTread, Aug 16, 2022 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ650 Gear Selector, Pins Missing?

    Hey all, I'm in the process of putting an engine back together after putting in a new Primary Chain Guide. I bought this bike in a non-running...
    Thread by: MindtheTread, Aug 15, 2022, 7 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pulled the Heads on a '82 XJ650

    Thanks all for the replies y'all! Super helpful. The engine never ran, no idea how long it sat (years). Previous owner gave me the carbs in...
    Post by: MindtheTread, Jul 14, 2022 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Pulled the Heads on a '82 XJ650

    Hello XJ Fam. My first post in the forum, you will probably see me poking around and asking questions as I'm doing a full rebuild of a '82 XJ 650....
    Thread by: MindtheTread, Jul 11, 2022, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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