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  1. ronha13
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    Front end wobble?

    Thanks for the info : )
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 22, 2021 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. ronha13
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    Front end wobble?

    At lower speeds (10-20 mph) if I loosen my grip as if to take my hands off my front end wobbles back and forth slightly. What is the issue and...
    Thread by: ronha13, Mar 17, 2021, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. ronha13
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    XJ4ever parts & service

    Shout out to Len at xj4ever Ordered my parts Wednesday evening and they arrived today (Monday) Not only does he ship fast, but was able to tell me...
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2021 in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  4. ronha13
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    For Sale 86 XJ 700 Maxim

    I paid 500.00 for mine in good running condition when my brother bought a Harley. It had 18k miles on it when I bought it, and now has 37k. The...
    Post by: ronha13, Jun 1, 2017 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  5. ronha13
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    what did I do wrong?

    lol :p
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 23, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. ronha13
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    what did I do wrong?

    Thanks k-moe..... you hit the nail on the head :)
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 19, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. ronha13
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    what did I do wrong?

    85 xj700 ... sorry, forgot that part. :p I will pull it apart today and take a look at it again. probably something simple I missesd.
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 18, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. ronha13
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    what did I do wrong?

    can put in gear without clutch - but wont move - I did something wrong First clutch I've done in over 40 years
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 17, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. ronha13
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    what did I do wrong?

    put the new clutch in and reassembled everything. now I can't squeeze the clutch.... is my torque wrench not working and bolts too tight on the...
    Thread by: ronha13, Apr 17, 2015, 11 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. ronha13
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    Wisconsinites unite

    Curtiss here (near Abbotsford) ... recovering from hernia surgery but should be able to ride in a couple weeks.
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 6, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. ronha13
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    Rrrr WHIZZZ!

    Cold engine takes more to crank it, and even a new battery has trouble cranking cold engines. And the colder it gets the less cranking power your...
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    Very good point!
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    Thanks, I will remember that next time. I was able to use a pick and got the remainder of the bolt to turn out without drilling it. I called the...
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 4, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    is this foot pounds or inch pounds?? I snapped a bolt off
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 3, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    ok, I have one more problem. where can I find a torque wrench that goes down to 5.8 fp ? anyone got one for sale? lol will probably run to...
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 3, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    lol.... I give mine lots of that :p
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 3, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    ok, just gotta borrow a torque wrench tomorrow and will wrap it up :)
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 2, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    I take it that there is no special way these gotta go in? as there are no tabs. Got the plates all in after an oil bath and putting it back...
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 2, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    Thanks - totally awesome. The help I find here sure make these jobs simpler for someone like me..... a biker wannabe tryin to learn ;) Been...
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 2, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    Had to have the brother inlaw stop over and loosen the bolts on my RH foot rest for me, then was able to get the cover off. (I had lower hernia...
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    Thanks guys. Do I need to pull the inner hub of to replace the plates, or just to inspect it?
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    Thanks chacal... you da man :) any special tools I will need other than a couple torque wrenches? I got plenty of tools... just no specialty ones...
    Post by: ronha13, Apr 1, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. ronha13
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    xj700 clutch

    I am trying to find a post on how to change the clutch in my 85 xj700 airhead. I do have the cd set I bought from here a few years ago, but...
    Thread by: ronha13, Apr 1, 2015, 22 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. ronha13
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    Thanks xj4ever

    When it comes to ordering parts it don't get any simpler..... just contact xj4ever ~ I'm glad I did! :)
    Thread by: ronha13, Mar 23, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: Reviews - Service, Online, Retail Shop
  25. ronha13
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    Inguinal hernia surgery :(

    Inguinal hernia surgery :(
    Status Update by ronha13, Mar 23, 2015
  26. ronha13
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    Slowly getting better

    no comment lol
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 20, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. ronha13
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    Slowly getting better

    I had inguinal hernia surgery last Friday the 13'th lol Tuesday night was the last time I took any pain meds other than aleve. It is amazing how...
    Thread by: ronha13, Mar 19, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. ronha13
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    What else should I consider?

    lol
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. ronha13
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    Now there's an XJ550 you don't see every day...

    sure is an awesome looking ride :)
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. ronha13
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    Am I the only one panicking?

    lol... not safe to ride in this condition :confused: so you will have to jump on your bike and make a road trip if you want me to share. :D
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. ronha13
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    Hi

    I love my xj700 so much I am considering a second one. lol
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. ronha13
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    Am I the only one panicking?

    You people are pathetic for not having your bikes ready .... Just kidding - I finally ordered my parts today, but my garage is not heated either....
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. ronha13
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    Now there's an XJ550 you don't see every day...

    Very nice! Looks like she is set up for racing :)
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. ronha13
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    What else should I consider?

    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. ronha13
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    What else should I consider?

    I placed my order today but I probably should have waited. I had inguinal hernia surgery yesterday (Fri) and am on some pretty good meds! lol I...
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 15, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. ronha13
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    On meds

    On meds
    Status Update by ronha13, Mar 14, 2015
  37. ronha13
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    What else should I consider?

    I decided to replace the main plates as well since I will already have everything apart. Thanks for all the help :p
    Post by: ronha13, Mar 14, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. ronha13
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    What else should I consider?

    I will be replacing my clutch in a couple weeks... friction plates, springs, gaskets...ect. Should I replace the main plates as well, or just...
    Thread by: ronha13, Mar 14, 2015, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. ronha13
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    Headlight

    Thanks Ron
    Post by: ronha13, Aug 7, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. ronha13
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    Headlight

    ok, so I left work tonight at 10:15pm and found out my high beam headlight was burned out on my 85 xj700 it was a slow ride home watching for...
    Thread by: ronha13, Aug 7, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. ronha13
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    Bike jumps out of second gear???

    Thanks everyone for the help. I will talk to my friend and let him know. Ron
    Post by: ronha13, Jun 29, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. ronha13
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    Bike jumps out of second gear???

    Would using a synthetic oil contribute to this problem at all?
    Post by: ronha13, Jun 28, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. ronha13
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    Bike jumps out of second gear???

    My friend and I both have 1985 xj700 maxims.... The only difference is that his is liquid cooled and mine is an airhead. His bike suddenly...
    Thread by: ronha13, Jun 27, 2014, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. ronha13
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    Selling '85 Maxim 700 (air cooled) in NH

    If I had the money I would love to buy that bike for myself and give mine to the wife :p I bought my 85 xj700 with 18k miles in 2009 from my...
    Post by: ronha13, May 31, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  45. ronha13
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    changing clutch

    Check with Chacal.. he is awesome. He'll have you set up properly in no time ;)
    Post by: ronha13, Sep 11, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. ronha13
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    Friends bike burning up ??

    Problem solved. And it wasn't the brakes dragging. It was a dead short in the headlight wiring... a wire had a bare spot rubbed through and...
    Post by: ronha13, Sep 11, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. ronha13
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    New rider, hot bike + high idle

    My 85 xj700 idled nice when cold, but when hot it would alway rev up at stop signs or any time I grabbed the clutch. Valve shims needed...
    Post by: ronha13, Aug 28, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  48. ronha13
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    Ouch...

    Caught a june bug in the middle of my forhead at highway speed once. Hurt so bad I thought he was imbedded in my forhead lol
    Post by: ronha13, Aug 22, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. ronha13
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    possible card stuck open

    can I use an unlit torch to check for leaks in my carb boots?
    Post by: ronha13, Aug 21, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. ronha13
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    Clutch slipping

    I sent him a pm and am waiting for a reply :) I worked all night.. 12 hours. And my brain is about fried - think I better get some sleep lol
    Post by: ronha13, Aug 21, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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