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  1. Ground-Hugger
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Pour half a can of seafoam in the gas tank, run bike, if needed run more seafoam through it.
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Nov 5, 2015 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Ground-Hugger
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Synced the carbs on my Venture also replaced the coils with HONDA coil over plug (COP) coils from a 07 Honda CBR 1000!! Runs fantastic!!
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 4, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Ground-Hugger
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    OK, this has gone quite far enough

    Fruit in beer NO!! Who LOOKS at the wheels of other vehicles while the are driving? I'm busy looking for where the idiots going!!! And most...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 26, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  4. Ground-Hugger
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    BBM Group, or IM group

    I joined! Yes I'm a BB diehard, Have a Q5.
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 22, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. Ground-Hugger
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Finally did carbtune and colortune on the carbs. Changing main fuel jet from 120 to 122 was the best thing I've done for the bike. I'm running 4...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 20, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. Ground-Hugger
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    Need some input!

    When you have a float needle valve stick open the fuel flows up through the main fuel jet then up the main fuel nozzle to the throttle opening....
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Ground-Hugger
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    Need some input!

    It will once it fills the case and the bike is running. You end up with a soaked air filter!!
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Ground-Hugger
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Did a COMPLETE carb rebuild INCLUDING the shaft seals! Changed the main fuel jets from 120 to 122. Why? Because I have 4 to 1 exhaust. And it is...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Ground-Hugger
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    Need some input!

    No not left on prime. I had the bike running for a while when it happened. Float valve stuck open.
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 5, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. Ground-Hugger
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    Need some input!

    For you gurus. I just finished doing a complete carb rebuild, gas flooded crankcase, and had to drain and replace the oil. Now I would like to...
    Thread by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 5, 2014, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Ground-Hugger
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    need a tci

    Also try this out fit http://www.ignitech.cz/en/ Yes they are in the Chec Republic. BUT there TCI's are top notch stuff. Those of us who own...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 2, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Ground-Hugger
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    Looking for Hitachi HSC32 Carb!!

    I may have spare number 4 from my 83 XJ750K.
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 2, 2014 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  13. Ground-Hugger
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    Brain Fart!!

    Thanks Fitz! That's the number I'm looking for. I had a float stick flooded the oil with gas. Going to do a FULL carb rebuild. I already have all...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 2, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Ground-Hugger
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    Brain Fart!!

    OK I need to change oil and filter on my 83 XJ750K and forgot the oil filter number!!!!! Can anyone tell me please. :oops:
    Thread by: Ground-Hugger, Jun 1, 2014, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Ground-Hugger
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    universal rectifier

    Probably an off sure manufactured device. Most likely European. They use a different color code then in North America.
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jan 20, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Ground-Hugger
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    What type of plasitc is my fairing?

    I use plastifix and make sure you clean the area to be fixed then grove the crack. Then get some matalic tape to cover the crack on the painted...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jan 20, 2014 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Ground-Hugger
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    A Poll on the ages of XJBikes Members

    Fitz Said "Until I do, I WANNA RIDE! (Damn winter, anyway.)" Hey Fitz I think us "Old Guys" should all get to gether and move to Arizona and...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jan 12, 2014 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. Ground-Hugger
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    What happened to my sync?

    Did you check the rubber diaphragms on the carb slides for holes?
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Dec 18, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Ground-Hugger
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    Introductions

    Fitz I don't know why a person would do that to any classic!!!
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Dec 18, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. Ground-Hugger
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    Idiots

    The off duty cops are in big DO DO for being there and not doing anything about the situation!
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Oct 10, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. Ground-Hugger
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    Hyperpak Ignition - anyone familiar with it?

    I have heard of them and I have talked to few people who have bought them and are very pleased with them. I think there may be a member or two on...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Oct 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Ground-Hugger
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    So this is one of the New Yamaha Triples: The FZ-09

    It's just another crotch rocket. Wouldn't touch one with a ten foot poll! Only good for short runs at high speed! Too uncomfortable to go for a...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Sep 19, 2013 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  23. Ground-Hugger
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    Coil problem I think!

    Polock it is/was an exhaust leak!!! 8O I loosened the exhaust nuts and reseated the exhaust pipe into the head. I had to push down on the pipe...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Sep 19, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. Ground-Hugger
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    Coil problem I think!

    Ya I'm thinking the same thing. I was just outside started the bike in the dark but can't see any other spark. A thought just crossed my mind is...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Sep 18, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. Ground-Hugger
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    Coil problem I think!

    I have a 86 Yamaha Venture Royale and I have an odd electrical problem. I get a STRONG BLUE spark from the engine to the front right exhaust pipe...
    Thread by: Ground-Hugger, Sep 18, 2013, 6 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. Ground-Hugger
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    Heading home

    Hey Marcel hows it going out there? Did you move to Gander? Just to let you know I got the old Venture running!!
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Sep 11, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. Ground-Hugger
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    What's a good touring bike?

    I have a 86 Venture Royale and they are fantastic touring bikes!!!!!
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Sep 11, 2013 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  28. Ground-Hugger
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    Plastic Repair

    Thank you K-moe. Its an alternative that's all I'm saying. Yes it is pricy that put me off at first. But it came highly recommended by the guys on...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 7, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. Ground-Hugger
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    Plastic Repair

    What you use is up to you. The fact is this is MADE for this type of application all I have done is point out there is a product that fits our...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 7, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. Ground-Hugger
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    Plastic Repair

    As an add note Plastifix is made for fixing cracks, breaks and rebuilding parts made of ABS on AIRCRAFT!! Does ANY of the products you use...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 7, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. Ground-Hugger
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    Plastic Repair

    I just wanted to pass along that there is a product that has proved it self in the aviation world and is superior to ALL the methods tried and...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 7, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. Ground-Hugger
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    Plastic Repair

    No offense, but I prefer to use a product that has proven to do the job I want rather then a hit or miss home brew solution. At least I will feel...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. Ground-Hugger
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    Plastic Repair

    Plastifix is made for ABS repairs on private aircraft. It is the best there is for repairing plastic on motorcycles! It is a fine powder with a...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 5, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. Ground-Hugger
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    Plastic Repair

    For you guys that own Secas or other plastic laden bikes. The best product for plastic repair can be had from Aircraft Spruce. The stuff is called...
    Thread by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 5, 2013, 26 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. Ground-Hugger
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Removed exhaust from my Venture Royale 1300, need to replace the collector and probably rear exhaust pipes.
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Aug 3, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Ground-Hugger
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    Back fire, need quick answer!!

    Yes they do and it easy to check. They have tubes that come out to the sides, two on either side of the block. You can access the fuel/air mixture...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 27, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  37. Ground-Hugger
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    Back fire, need quick answer!!

    Ok a buddy has a 87 Yamaha Venture Royale. It is back firing BUT when he applies a little bit of choke it stops. Any ideas? I think a carb sync is...
    Thread by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 27, 2013, 3 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. Ground-Hugger
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    Just a suggestion for Newbies

    Truer words have never been spoken! Two area of most expense are getting the carbs and brake system into tip top condition. This includes cables...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 15, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. Ground-Hugger
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    Does petcock need rebuilding?

    Not hard to do and it will help. There is a how to on doing the rebuild. Just make sure you get the rebuild kit from chacal. I say this as most of...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 14, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Ground-Hugger
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    E3 plugs?

    NO PROBLEM WITH E3 PLUGS. I have had them in my bike for a year and no issues period!!!! This is a matter of personal choice and I have found...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 14, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Ground-Hugger
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    Did I pick up the right spark plugs?

    Yes the problem is if you run resistor plugs you need to change your plug caps to Non resistor caps. Resistor plugs and resistor caps together...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 13, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Ground-Hugger
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    Oil pumping out?

    Have a good look at the front brake rotors. If it is low mileage there should be no lip or very little lip on the outer edge of the rotors if they...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 13, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. Ground-Hugger
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    Getting parts clean

    Where did you buy it Canadian Tire?
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 13, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  44. Ground-Hugger
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    Boiling carbs in lime juice

    Spray with silicone lubricant. That's what I do after a rinse in cold water the a spray down with WD40 then carb cleaner through all the holes. I...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 13, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  45. Ground-Hugger
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    It doesnt make sense to me

    You can either order resistor plugs from chacal or you can order new caps from him that do not have resistors. I got the non-resistive caps and...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Ground-Hugger
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    What are my plugs saying?

    I've turned up the volume all the way on my computer and I still can't hear them saying anything! I've got to get a new battery for my hearing...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 10, 2013 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. Ground-Hugger
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    Site was down?

    SnoSheriff puts money out his pocket to run this site. It is not free for him to keep it up and running. If it was not for him, the moderators and...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 1, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. Ground-Hugger
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    Braze Gas Tank

    Why not reline the tank? Caswells has the best kit there is for the job.
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 1, 2013 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  49. Ground-Hugger
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    This person parks like an a$$bag.

    Totally disagree with you. If you need to protect something by doing that YOU ARE A TOTAL *SS. Drivers that do that in our neck of the woods get...
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 1, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. Ground-Hugger
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    Metric Rebel

    And your still alive! Did you get the cold shoulder from them HD guys?
    Post by: Ground-Hugger, Jul 1, 2013 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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