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  1. loggerbomb
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    Removing links from chain

    Hi all! First time with dealing with reducing my chain and I am encountering a problem and would appreciate some guidance. I replaced my rear...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, May 18, 2013, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. loggerbomb
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    Looking for local Riders to help me with some work on bike

    Hi Gang, Almost that time of the year round here. Some more adventurous than me have already got their bikes out, but before I get mine back...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Apr 2, 2011, 2 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. loggerbomb
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    Oil leak when motor cold?

    Hmm, I would have to double check to see if it is the cover or the drain. Don't think I put a new ring on the plug. Yeah, the cover has been...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Oct 24, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. loggerbomb
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    Gloves

    I bought a pair of faux leather gauntlets that have some padding, but no rigid plastic bits and when the temps get a little lower I slip a second...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Oct 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. loggerbomb
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    Oil leak when motor cold?

    Sorry, should have mentioned where it was coming from. About 90% sure it is coming from oil filter housing. It was dribbling previously from...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Oct 23, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  6. loggerbomb
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    Oil leak when motor cold?

    Hi guys, quick question I can't find a answer to. My 400 seems to have developed a slight leak when it first starts. Seems to go away when warmed...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Oct 23, 2010, 8 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. loggerbomb
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    Self canceling turn signals: love em or hate em?

    Don't like the self cancel. My bike likes to cancel on me when I don't want it too and I have had a couple drivers honk at me for it.
    Post by: loggerbomb, Sep 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. loggerbomb
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    Ugh, it's the little things that kill...

    Sorry to add on here, but can anyone tell me if the bolt for the oil filter housing is an ordinary bolt or is it something special. I forget. I am...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Aug 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. loggerbomb
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    Ugh, it's the little things that kill...

    Interesting. Have searched a bit and did not see that one before. I am loath however to have to take the carbs out again, take boots out and boil...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Aug 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  10. loggerbomb
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    Ugh, it's the little things that kill...

    Difficult is not the word! On a positive, I did get that last screw off the access panel. Would getting new boots help? Pretty sure mine are...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Aug 20, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. loggerbomb
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    Ugh, it's the little things that kill...

    Alright, so I changed float needles, did the clear tube float height, got that dialed in and think I just need to button things up and I am ready...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Aug 20, 2010, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. loggerbomb
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    DIY Fuel height tube?

    Rick comes through again! Couple questions. Does it have to be vacuum line? I already bought some clear tubing. I could return it for some vac...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Aug 14, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. loggerbomb
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    DIY Fuel height tube?

    Ok, so need to check the float heights. Is it possible to just get some clear tube without the markings and put them on yourself? Where do you...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Aug 14, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. loggerbomb
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    Good idea to flush the crankcase after gas sitting in pan?

    Re: Good idea to flush the crankcase after gas sitting in pa I HAVE loosened off the airbox. It is not helping me. AT ALL. I blame my large hands...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. loggerbomb
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    Good idea to flush the crankcase after gas sitting in pan?

    Well I don't know what it is about these, but I can't get them to come back out. Hurt my hand pretty good jamming it into the airbox trying to...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 27, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. loggerbomb
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    Good idea to flush the crankcase after gas sitting in pan?

    Ok, well good news! I didn't want to sleep without it running so went out to give it another go. It does start! Actually I am surprised it...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. loggerbomb
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    Good idea to flush the crankcase after gas sitting in pan?

    Already have a inline gas filter, rebuilt petcock, it is not leaking. Brakes were checked a while ago. Wasn't able to get the boots on. Though...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. loggerbomb
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    Good idea to flush the crankcase after gas sitting in pan?

    well i cleanup up the carbs and replaced the innards, so i am hoping it is all honky dory. Did the clunk and bech sync and all that good stuff. I...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. loggerbomb
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    Good idea to flush the crankcase after gas sitting in pan?

    Couldn't find a good answer, so I am going to ask. Should I pour some motor oil in the case and let it circulate it and dump it again? Never ran...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Jul 25, 2010, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. loggerbomb
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    Clutch Adjustment & Clutch Cable Replacement Procedure

    Hey guys, I need some clarification on this. Finally got the stripped bolts of the clutch casing(?) and was able to get the cable back onto its...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 22, 2010 in forum: XJ DIY How-To Instructions
  21. loggerbomb
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    Carb rebuilt - left over peices? OMG!

    Ah, ok. You mean the emulsion tube? I kept thinking those tabs were on the outside. Will get er done tomorrow. I'm just happy I got the carbs...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 15, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. loggerbomb
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    Carb rebuilt - left over peices? OMG!

    Yeah, sounds bad, but I forgot completely where this one piece goes on my mikunis. Its the little tab that is shaped like a half moon. A small...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Jul 15, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. loggerbomb
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    Removing Carbs

    Thanks. I do appreciate your help. I am getting quite annoyed with whoever owned this bike before me. Bolts tightened way too much, stripped...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. loggerbomb
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    Removing Carbs

    Anyone? I am getting frustrated here, nothing wants to budge and I am not about to force anything as I have zero money for repairs at the moment....
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. loggerbomb
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    Removing Carbs

    the boots going to the airbox or coming from the engine? I guess it is not s good idea to take the boots off from the engine? I have like zero...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 11, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. loggerbomb
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    Removing Carbs

    Finally got some time to clean the carbs, though I am stuck as to wondering if there is a trick to get the carbs out of the 400 Maxim?? DO I have...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Jul 11, 2010, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. loggerbomb
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    Ontario riders?

    KW here too. Maxim 400. Been off the road for a month cause the carbs are pooched. Been a busy couple months for me, so doesn't seem to be time to...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jul 11, 2010 in forum: Eastern US and Canada
  28. loggerbomb
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    And one really silly question.

    Thanks for the quick replies guys! I never thought to look at the darned cover. Will go out and see if I can spot the obvious now. lol.
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 12, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. loggerbomb
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    2 cosmetic questions.

    Darn, I didn't consider the mono shock design would figure that much into tanks and seats. Thanks for the confirmation! Looks like I get to learn...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 12, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. loggerbomb
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    And one really silly question.

    Tried searching and none of the manuals I have show how it works, but for the life of me, I cannot figure out how the air filter goes back into...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Jun 12, 2010, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. loggerbomb
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    2 cosmetic questions.

    What tanks will bolt on to an 83 maxim 400? What seats will bolt on to an 83 maxim 400? Situation is this; I would like a larger tank,...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Jun 12, 2010, 5 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. loggerbomb
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    whats the best process for cleaning a rust tank?

    I found a product called Evapo rust. Seems to work like magic. I only bought a one liter jug of it, but you can get larger jugs. Up here in Canada...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 12, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. loggerbomb
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    The Saga continues...

    Hey guys, so I have made some progress with the trials and tribulations of my bike. - found plugs to be fouled badly. As in black and wet. New...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Jun 5, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  34. loggerbomb
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    New Issue

    LOL! Well that makes two of us. I just got into motorcycles. Always wanted to have one, but only had the means as of late. Bike had been working...
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 1, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  35. loggerbomb
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    New Issue

    Well it is gas, no doubt about that one.
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 1, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  36. loggerbomb
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    New Issue

    No one know what that threaded hole is for? I can't find anything on google. Sorry I am stumped.
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 1, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  37. loggerbomb
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    New Issue

    [img] The whole bike
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 1, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  38. loggerbomb
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    New Issue

    Don't think this has anything to do with the clutch issue I have, though maybe - thing is now there is gas bubbling out of a threaded hole above...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, Jun 1, 2010, 7 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
  39. loggerbomb
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    Stalling when trying to pull away

    Glad to hear you got it fixed! :D
    Post by: loggerbomb, Jun 1, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  40. loggerbomb
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    XS PROJECT

    Oh ok, thanks for the heads up. Don't recall exactly all the captions to the pics, but I would love to see end results and any pics of say hard...
    Post by: loggerbomb, May 31, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  41. loggerbomb
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    XS400 - possible clutch problems

    Yeah these Yamahas seem to be overly complicated in the way they identified them. Wouldn't mind if filters and what not where interchangeable....
    Post by: loggerbomb, May 31, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    XS400 - possible clutch problems

    Will do. Thanks for the advice. Previous owner used a semi synthetic, I used a premium mineral oil. Guess it doesn't matter how little you put in,...
    Post by: loggerbomb, May 31, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    XS400 - possible clutch problems

    Sorry, the oil it is/was for motorcycle. I take it I should replace the oil than? I was under the impression motorbike oil was all for wet...
    Post by: loggerbomb, May 31, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    XS400 - possible clutch problems

    Hey Richard, I just put in some Motomaster Formula 1 20w50. Says it is good for gearboxes that use multi grade oils. Thing is I didnt put that...
    Post by: loggerbomb, May 30, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
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    XS PROJECT

    curious to seee this finish as I have the same bike. Do have a question though, do the pics only stay up for a while? I only see pics from the...
    Post by: loggerbomb, May 30, 2010 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  46. loggerbomb
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    XS400 - possible clutch problems

    Hey all, new here and in need of some help. Bought an XS400, love the bike, but doing some highway driving, I started to loose power and now bike...
    Thread by: loggerbomb, May 30, 2010, 13 replies, in forum: Other Motorcycles
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