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  1. stevestrom
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    SLKids Pod Attempt, XS1100

    They are just cobbled together out of the stock shifter (cut), some cheapy pegs, another shifter off who-knows-what, some 1/4" steel and two ball...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. stevestrom
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    SLKids Pod Attempt, XS1100

    I haven't put many miles on this set up and the carbs are currently only bench sync'ed but it seems to be running really well. It pulls like a...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. stevestrom
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    SLKids Pod Attempt, XS1100

    YOur pod set up looks very familiar to what I am running right now
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. stevestrom
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    Changing my own tires

    Maybe I am just a cheap bastard but I ve changed the last two sets of Shinko's (705) on my v-strom with two 11" spoons. I run dynabeads...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. stevestrom
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    Anyone change out their XJ1100 handlebars?

    Here you go. Not sure if they would work with the standard tank though. [img]
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. stevestrom
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    Anyone change out their XJ1100 handlebars?

    I thought about that too, then just left the trees alone and went with clip-ons
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 19, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. stevestrom
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    Inspired by a 'sick' bike!

    The tank is from an XS1100. It sits further forward on the frame so I didn't need the frame cover anymore and the reflectors also had to go. It...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. stevestrom
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    Inspired by a 'sick' bike!

    Yeah, sounds like I have the same crappy shocks you had manbot. I may upgrade in the future; or I could just carry around a big fat chick on the...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 11, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. stevestrom
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    Inspired by a 'sick' bike!

    They are cheap shocks. I have them set at the highest preload right now and it is pretty damn stiff. For just myself I am actually going to turn...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. stevestrom
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    Inspired by a 'sick' bike!

    Well thanks again! I've been getting some 'not so enthusiastic' response on the side covers since they don't really follow the lines of the bike...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. stevestrom
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    Rear Shock Modification Mod

    I think he means if you can't find one the exact size get a slightly larger diameter copper tubing and cut down the side of it so that it can be...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. stevestrom
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    Inspired by a 'sick' bike!

    Thanks guys! I got the bike about 9 months ago ('82 XJ1100) for free as a non-runner and have completely torn it apart and put it back together...
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. stevestrom
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    Inspired by a 'sick' bike!

    [img] [img][/url] NOt sure how to get the vieo to show up. I just figured out the pictures and thats enough for me for one day!
    Post by: stevestrom, Apr 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. stevestrom
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    Inspired by a 'sick' bike!

    Alright, not really but I thought this looked pretty funny. I've been struggling with a smoking issue after an engine rebuild. Finally tracked...
    Thread by: stevestrom, Apr 10, 2011, 19 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. stevestrom
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    exhausr heat question

    You guys have had better luck than me with that stuff then. I used it to patch a hole in the end of the muffler on my other bike (no, not the one...
    Post by: stevestrom, Mar 31, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. stevestrom
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    Project XJ11 update or Uh, oh...R666 Blasphemy...

    Any updates?
    Post by: stevestrom, Mar 11, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  17. stevestrom
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    Seat Reupholstered

    Nice job! What kind of fabric did you use? Doesn't look like there was a lot of sewing it must have been stretchy stuff. For attaching to the...
    Post by: stevestrom, Mar 2, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. stevestrom
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    how to remove valve springs??

    When I did mine I used a standard C-clamp and a small piece of PVC pipe with a 'window' cut out of it. Worked pretty good!
    Post by: stevestrom, Mar 2, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. stevestrom
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    Want to relocate ing. switch

    This is the best that I can do for a pic until someone explains to me what the hell I am doing wrong. [img]
    Post by: stevestrom, Feb 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. stevestrom
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    switch and choke relocation

    I've just used an aluminum drawer knob from Home Depot. Push it in for the enrichment circut, let it out after the bike is warm. I think it...
    Post by: stevestrom, Feb 28, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  21. stevestrom
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    Want to relocate ing. switch

    Mine is under the tank above where the airbox used to be. Never been able to post pictures to this site though,.
    Post by: stevestrom, Feb 27, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  22. stevestrom
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    XS1100 Gas tank on a "82" XJ1100?

    yep, also have an XS tank on an 82 XJ. Man, we should start a club! :wink:
    Post by: stevestrom, Feb 23, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. stevestrom
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    Project XJ11 update or Uh, oh...R666 Blasphemy...

    I like the way this is going! Looks similar to the direction that I am headed with my 82 XJ1100. I'll be following this one; I am curious to...
    Post by: stevestrom, Feb 20, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. stevestrom
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    1983 Maxim 750 new project

    Nice looking bike! From what I understand if you are getting oil on the plugs and in the intake you may need a new set of rings soon.
    Post by: stevestrom, Feb 13, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. stevestrom
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    delete this thread

    Re: my xj bobber Looks like the paint doesn't like to stick to the chromed pieces too much; especially the fork tubes!
    Post by: stevestrom, Feb 8, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. stevestrom
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    first build (help please)

    Well, automotive shocks do have a specific 'range of operation' that they work in; I would think that motorcycle shocks work in the same way. I...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 31, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  27. stevestrom
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    Guages for the xj1100

    F-it I give up
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  28. stevestrom
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    Guages for the xj1100

    [IMG]>http://i593.photobucket.com/albums/tt20/stevestrom/project%20bike/P1020516.jpg?t=1296448170<[IMG]...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  29. stevestrom
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    Guages for the xj1100

    [IMG]
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  30. stevestrom
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    Guages for the xj1100

    [img]
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  31. stevestrom
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    Guages for the xj1100

    still trying to post pictures [IMG]http://i593.photobucket.com/albums/tt20/stevestrom/project%20bike/P1020516.jpg?t=1296448170[IMG]
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. stevestrom
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    first build (help please)

    Well, I am one of those guys that just ripped into it. Would I rip into a running nice bike, probably not. The bike that I have was not much...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 26, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  33. stevestrom
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    My take on a PVC intake...

    I used two P-traps for an intake. Had the bike idling with them on but have not taken it for a good run yet. [img] Both filters stay under...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 24, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  34. stevestrom
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    XJ1100 running rich and not sure why

    Well, I couldn't wait and I wet checked the float levels. They are all bang on. I have no idea where to go next, I guess smaller jet sizes?
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. stevestrom
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    XJ1100 running rich and not sure why

    Alright, I don't think that I am much further ahead. I pulled the carbs tonight and hooked some gas up to the lines; I get no fuel coming out of...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 10, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. stevestrom
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    XJ1100 running rich and not sure why

    The plugs in the picture are in order 1-4 from left to right. I just stuck my nose in the crankcase and I am smelling gas in the crankcase so...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. stevestrom
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    Anyone have a pic of the inside of an XJ1100 guage cluster?

    Re: Anyone have a pic of the inside of an XJ1100 guage clust [img] [img] [img]
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. stevestrom
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    Anyone have a pic of the inside of an XJ1100 guage cluster?

    Re: Anyone have a pic of the inside of an XJ1100 guage clust Here is what it looks like but, like I said before, I don't think you will have...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. stevestrom
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    XJ1100 running rich and not sure why

    I keep flip flopping back and forth to whether it is oil or running rich. Sometimes I think it looks blue other times black. Had a couple of...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 9, 2011 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. stevestrom
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    XJ1100 running rich and not sure why

    Alright, this bike had been sitting for about 10 years and was rough. I cleaned the crap out of it (motor and carbs) and it will start now....
    Thread by: stevestrom, Jan 9, 2011, 10 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. stevestrom
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    Anyone have a pic of the inside of an XJ1100 guage cluster?

    Re: Anyone have a pic of the inside of an XJ1100 guage clust I don't think that you are going to have much luck that route either, there is a ton...
    Post by: stevestrom, Jan 7, 2011 in forum: XJ Modifications
  42. stevestrom
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    Photo of a XJ1100 brake caliper

    Thanks for the pics guys. I 've been away for the holidays for a few days but am back at the bike now. It looks like I have everything on...
    Post by: stevestrom, Dec 29, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. stevestrom
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    Photo of a XJ1100 brake caliper

    no one?
    Post by: stevestrom, Dec 22, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. stevestrom
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    Photo of a XJ1100 brake caliper

    Hey, Could anyone take a photo of the rear brake caliper and how it mounts on an XJ1100? I am putting mine back together after being apart...
    Thread by: stevestrom, Dec 21, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. stevestrom
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    xj1100 Rat Exhaust

    Also check your local wreckers for the 4-1 exhaust. I picked up a new (to my bike) front master cylinder and a 4-1 exhaust in pretty good shape...
    Post by: stevestrom, Dec 19, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  46. stevestrom
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    Project Cheap Racer

    I think that you hold the record for fastest build so far! I am 6 months into mine and I think you are further than me. Looks good so far, I...
    Post by: stevestrom, Dec 9, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. stevestrom
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    '83 650 turbo

    This one just popped up on the Vancouver craigslist. For only $200 with papers and needing minor work, seems like a good deal. craigslist
    Thread by: stevestrom, Dec 3, 2010, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  48. stevestrom
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    New project in the midst

    Sweet, thanks! I think I'll get me a set. Site says that they are not DOT approved, only a problem if they catch me! (Which would be pretty...
    Post by: stevestrom, Dec 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  49. stevestrom
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    New project in the midst

    Looks good! I have been looking at tail lights and signals on ebay recently for my project. The ones that you have there look nice. Are...
    Post by: stevestrom, Dec 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  50. stevestrom
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    Guages for the xj1100

    Yeah I will have to get a new boot at some point, the old one is toast. I was hoping to end up with something a little different, which is...
    Post by: stevestrom, Nov 25, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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