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  1. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    When I bought the bike, it didn't have anything covering the carbs (no air box or pods). From what I remember when I test drove it, it actually...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Aug 4, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Thanks. I'm still working on the carbs when I have some free time. The pod filters came from ebay. Do a search for "pod filters" on this site and...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Aug 1, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    So it's been 2 years or so since I've posted anything about this. I'm finally starting to work on the bike again. I would like to have it up and...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Jul 22, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Yup Krylon BBQ paint. I didn't necessarily want to paint them, but they weren't in great shape so I painted them. It will have a little chrome...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Mar 6, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Yeah I'm pretty motivated to get back started on it right now but there are a few things holding me up. A freak 10" snowstorm has me pretty well...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Mar 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Hey honestly I haven't touched the bike since the last update. Got kinda discouraged and semi-lost interest because of the stage that I'm at. I...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Mar 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Engine back in. [img] [img]
    Post by: rtyler8140, Feb 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Still cleaning the engine. Hopefully will have it done and back in the frame tomorrow. Before [img] [img] [img] After: [img]...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Feb 4, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Well I got the frame sanded down and repainted. I also trimmed off a little more of the frame so that I can fit the stock fender on there. I also...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Jan 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    Well I got to work on the bike some more this afternoon. Got a lot done. Now its time to start prepping the frame for paint and getting everything...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Jan 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. rtyler8140
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    So it's been awhile since I've even had the time to touch this thing. I finally have some free time in the morning before work so I have been...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Jan 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. rtyler8140
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    Planning a 3300 mile roadtrip

    Never done a long trip like that on a bike, but whenever I take a long trip in the Jeep I always change the oil before I leave. I'm sure since you...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Jan 25, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. rtyler8140
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    xj550 carb size

    I tried searching and couldn't find the measurement for the carbs. The measurement I need is for an air pod filter that goes on it. I got some...
    Thread by: rtyler8140, Dec 28, 2008, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    I think I'm gonna go for it as long as my bosses are okay with me having it in pieces at the golf course. Anyway I took the rear fender off so...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Dec 24, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    So I'm thinking about stripping this thing all the way down to the frame to completely clean every part and re-paint everything to give it a...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Dec 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    What size thickness would you use for the hardtail stuts. 1/4" box section? Yes air filter pods is what I'm talking about. Just ordered a set off...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Dec 23, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    There are actually 4 of those little shorty pipes on there. He put them on with anywhere from 4-6 self tapping screws per pipe. Not sure where the...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Dec 22, 2008 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    anybody form Va

    Hey I'm in Lynchburg, VA. My xj550 isn't road worthy yet (all in pieces) but its a bit cold for riding right now anyway. Hopefully I will have her...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Dec 22, 2008 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
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    '82 XJ550 Project

    So I picked up a 82 xj550 on Saturday for $450. It came with an extra engine and almost all of the original parts plus some duplicates from an old...
    Thread by: rtyler8140, Dec 22, 2008, 37 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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    New here with a few ?'s regarding my xj550 (pics)

    Clutch cable routing is one of the first things on the list. As far as the safety switch wiring: If that cable itself comes off of the clutch...
    Post by: rtyler8140, Dec 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    New here with a few ?'s regarding my xj550 (pics)

    Hrm...the guy I bought it from did say that it is just a wal-mart battery.
    Post by: rtyler8140, Dec 21, 2008 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. rtyler8140
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    New here with a few ?'s regarding my xj550 (pics)

    Hey Everyone. I just bought a 82 xj550 yesterday. It has some "custom" work done to it, but luckily has most of the original parts. As far as my...
    Thread by: rtyler8140, Dec 21, 2008, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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