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  1. Buffalony
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    Fork Rebuild Tool Question

    Do you have access to a welder/some one who welds? Its just a T-bar with a nut on the end. I had a buddy weld one up for me for less than a...
    Post by: Buffalony, Sep 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. Buffalony
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    Start Button Replacement?

    Interesting, I've noticed the headlight turn off on some bikes while starting and never thought twice about it. Makes sense for less load.
    Post by: Buffalony, Sep 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. Buffalony
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    my xj650 carbs running very poorly

    I'd go through the xj4ever store and read through the info Chacal has there to verify if your jets are around nominal values for the...
    Post by: Buffalony, Sep 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  4. Buffalony
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    1)CHACAL is AWESOME , 2) What's next on my xj650!?

    Len has been a huge help to us as well. Congrats on your new passion ;)
    Post by: Buffalony, Sep 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. Buffalony
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    WTB: 1 Hitachi Carb Body

    Or will buy a whole rack if the price is right. Stuck Pilot Screw was extracted out of our 82 650 Maxim #2 carb body. The fine pilot threads...
    Thread by: Buffalony, Aug 23, 2012, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  6. Buffalony
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    Starter Button... and carbs!

    I vouch for this guy. Excellent service ,shipping, and product.
    Post by: Buffalony, Aug 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  7. Buffalony
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    Carbs again

    I agree with fitz. Dont do your carbs if your ignoring valves. Order isnt as important as doing both. I have my carbs off now then off to the...
    Post by: Buffalony, Aug 7, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  8. Buffalony
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    float height setting.

    Wow. I am in the middle of cleaning carbs now and wanted to know where the float height measurement should be taken (because doing so was normal...
    Post by: Buffalony, Aug 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  9. Buffalony
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    ethenol gas question

    I must add to this thread: I'm going through my carbs now after them sitting for 3 years with 10% in and they look great!! spotless and no gunk....
    Post by: Buffalony, Aug 3, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    ethenol gas question

    +1 And +100 to the EPA. No more spreading lead everywhere! 8) I wonder if there is an E10 safe alternative material out there we can use...
    Post by: Buffalony, Aug 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. Buffalony
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    Ignition related backfire questions for the wizards.

    Drained and cleaned the tank. Since it was leaking after reinstallation, had to replace the petcock to fuel filter line with 4" of clear vinyl...
    Thread by: Buffalony, Aug 1, 2012, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. Buffalony
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Done: Battery installation, MC rebuilt, Stripped and cleaned rear wheel FD guard, Dewaxed then waxed tank, started it up and ran it. Idles alittle...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. Buffalony
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    Rear wheel bearing seized to axle?

    8O Sweet.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. Buffalony
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    Rear wheel bearing seized to axle?

    I agree MiCarl. I was just saying, if you beat the piss out of it and mushroom the head in the process, you'll obviously have to cut off the...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. Buffalony
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    Rear wheel bearing seized to axle?

    Kroil! That the name of it. Fitz again :D Im not so sure unbolting the FD will allow one to remove the wheel. Polock is right and I was...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. Buffalony
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    intake manifold hose to the petcock?

    Good question. I'd like to know the answer too. My best guess is that it has something to do with ignition timing.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  17. Buffalony
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    Rear wheel bearing seized to axle?

    First try popping the tire off of the final drive. Gloves, penetrant, hammer, block of hardwood or piece of aluminum. WD-40 with a long straw...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. Buffalony
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    Graphics for the 1982 Seca 550?

    Try shooting these guys an email. Reproduction decals. they may be able to match the colors you want. Ask them.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. Buffalony
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    Rear wheel bearing seized to axle?

    No. Does the axel shaft rotate freely. Place bike on center stand. Loosen crown bolt, loosen pinch bolt. Then stick something in the larger hole...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. Buffalony
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Thanks Fitz. I'm gonna throw in an M20 I picked up today. I plan on switching the oil and filter again after the first couple of weeks. Drained...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. Buffalony
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    What did you do to your Yamaha today?

    Moved away from my rotor issue and on to an oil change. PO placed filter compression spring between filter and block! Plus, the spring seat washer...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 23, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Front Rotor to Fork Clearance?.

    Fly, That full section is AMAZING!! I've seen some of your other work around here and you are truely talented. I've done machining and am...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Front Rotor to Fork Clearance?.

    btw. The fiche I've been looking at is the exploded assembly and doesnt actually show the washer on either side of the fork. Still, I cant see the...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Front Rotor to Fork Clearance?.

    Thanks for the post KrS. that is the order I have it in. Crown bolt,Washer,fork, then speedo. So its baffling me atm. I'm tempted to insert one...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Front Rotor to Fork Clearance?.

    Thanks Fitz. Though that still doesnt help my problem :) The rotor clears it by about .020" ! It runs nice and true. The spacer goes under the...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Front Rotor to Fork Clearance?.

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    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Front Rotor to Fork Clearance?.

    Hey. I've refit the front wheel after a couple of weeks and notice the rotor comes aweful close to the fork rotor channel. Is this normal or did I...
    Thread by: Buffalony, Jul 21, 2012, 9 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. Buffalony
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    Guys I was lucky tonight, my bike not so much /*(#)#//*(#/#/

    I glad you and you son is ok. Screw the bike it couldve been worse. Wanna part with that back rest? :)
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. Buffalony
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    Parting out 1982 XJ650 & XJ750

    XJ650J looking for clean headlight bracket, mirrors, luggage rack, and clean front blinkers? PM me if avail.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  30. Buffalony
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    Possible Newbie

    Welcome. Honestly, that speedo plate looks tits. NONE of you can argue with that! no sun damage??? The brake lines are likely original, look...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. Buffalony
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    new guy;need help

    That was good. :D
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. Buffalony
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    new guy;need help

    What do you mean by the tank is jacked? Is it rusted through or is it just rusty on the inside? If its just rusty on the inside u can try...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Cable/line routing at the bars. help

    Absolutely Wiz. this bike is all stock in my case. If your dealing with aftermarket stuff the game will change. However, even with aftermarket...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Cable/line routing at the bars. help

    PM'd.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Cable/line routing at the bars. help

    Hi guys. Does anyone have any good pictures that show proper routing of cable and electrical lines around the neck and through the headlight area?...
    Thread by: Buffalony, Jul 16, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Buffalony
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    I must be nuts

    Diagrams at the end
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 15, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Buffalony
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    is it possible to put a kick start

    Being able to crank start my car after I've left the lights on for too long would be a luxury. :roll: A crank or kick start is less perverted...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. Buffalony
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    is it possible to put a kick start

    Possibly stupid question. If its kick start, what does that implicate as to the battery requirements?
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. Buffalony
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    is it possible to put a kick start

    This would be stupid funny. :P I want it.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 14, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Buffalony
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    Manual rear brake to hydraulic convertion

    Nice. Good call. It's nice and flat under there too.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  41. Buffalony
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    Front brake issue

    I agree with this. I read it somewhere around here before. If there is'nt any fluid to compress during a rebuild then it should've slid right in....
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Damper Bolt Torque Spec?

    Thank you Ghost :D Took me a while to connect the dots. I remembered reading somewhere that some XJ650's were shipped with the 750 motors, then...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Manual rear brake to hydraulic convertion

    Which entails the purchase of rear tire conversion kit, caliper, possibly caliper rebuild kit, the process of modifying the rim, possibly pads,...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 13, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  44. Buffalony
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    Manual rear brake to hydraulic convertion

    I disagree. If the MC piston is larger than the slave piston the slave piston will travel further than the MC piston . The trade off is the amount...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    XJ650J Damper Bolt Torque Spec?

    Since the 650J and 750J use the same bolt. I'll go with the Spec for the 750J of 14 ft-lbs according to Haynes. "HCP8233 OEM fork tube damper...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. Buffalony
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    82 bobber project!

    nice.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  47. Buffalony
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    Manual rear brake to hydraulic convertion

    @Wrench. Nice drawings. I would consider putting that actuator on a pivot shaft to push the arm radius. This may eliminate most lateral stress...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Front brake issue

    I use the right size C-clamp to compress the piston in all the way. Also, check the master cylinder. Inside the M/C is a little hole that must...
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  49. Buffalony
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    XJ650J Damper Bolt Torque Spec?

    Sitting here in the garage assembling the forks and realized the haynes only calls out a torque specification for the XJ750 and says to locktite...
    Thread by: Buffalony, Jul 12, 2012, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  50. Buffalony
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    Brake lines

    I'm pretty sure the ones chacal has are teflon lined. Good product and service btw.
    Post by: Buffalony, Jul 12, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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