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    Want more horse power

    Hello everyone So you all mostly know my bike 1970 Xs1 Big bore 750 Xs1 cam Vm34s Ported Head Pamco PMA So I want to make a few changes to it. I want more power top end speed and I want less vibration. I’m actually thinking my head is killing power so I was going to go for a polished port...
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    XS650 custom shop. Nor Cal.

    Hi guys, I just wanted to let you all know I'm taking customers for the following services. I'm based out of Stockton CA. I'm close to San Francisco and Sacramento. My rate is $40 per hour plus parts and materials. Frame Fabrication Engine Building Carb Rebuild Wheel Building Fork lowering...
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    Hydraulic Clutch Intrest?

    Hi everyone. I've been thinking about making a slave cylinder that fits the stock case with out mods and engages the push rod as intended again with out mods. A bolt on set up anyone could install that would delete the stock worm and cable set up. I know there are the HHB pit bike units that use...
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    Was runner perfect then Crapy. Help

    Hey guys. I'm about to give up here. So got my bike out for spring. Ran her up and down the street and she run perfect. Then the next day went to go for a ride started fine then it just quit and I didnt even make it to the end of the driveway. So I cleaned out the carbs, replaced the full...
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    For Sale - Pamco E advance unit

    I have a spare pamco e-advance unit for xs650. Used twice works really well. $75 free shipping in the US. This sale will not include the pamco points setup just the e advance unit as sold separately on pamco peters website. Thanks Dan text me for info 2094005888
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    Pamco E-Advance PMA Small Battery Problems

    Hi Guys, I was ridding my bike all summer then towards the end of the season I upgraded to Pamco and E-Advance to replace my points. I bought my kit from Mikesxs.net and it was a straightforward install. Right away I noticed how smoother my bike ran. Balanced timing in each cyclinder and a...
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    3 years in the making

    He guys I've been lurking for a few years now so thought I'd share my full build story of my scratch built bike. 1970 xs1 chopper. I'm a custom fab guy by trade and I've built a lot of these xs650 bikes for others over the years but never for my self. I had never rebuilt an engine so this was my...
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    Type A can chain tensioner has cracked rubber dampener. Help

    Hi guys. I'm moving along on a full rebuild of my 1970 xs1. I went to tighten the cam chain using the tensioner and I noticed a lot more travel then I was used to seeing. So I backed off the tensioner and removed the whole assembly. My cam chain tensioner is a type A. The rubber cushion dampener...
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    has anyone put a 277 rephrase on a dyno tester?

    I've read all the pros and con's for a rephase but has anyone proved a rephase creates more power? I've never seen a dyno test?
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    Stuck cam follower pin / rollers

    I'm hoping some one has had the same problem and has a tool or idea of how to remove the cam follower pins for the selector drum. I have the cotter pins out and two of the three just won't fall out. I've used picks and snap ring pliers with no luck. Help!
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    For Sale - 256 XS1 1970 engine internals.

    I have the following 256 XS1 parts for sale. All in excellent condition. cam, crank, rods and complete transmission. Make me an offer. I did pay 300 for the cam so I'd like to get that for it.
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    Mechanic wanted in Nor Cal

    I have been looking for some professional help on my 1970 256 engine. Its had some work done to it prior to me owning it. I took the head off to find a 750 kit and a race cam. I'd like to find a mechanic as close to Stockton CA as possible. In an ideal world I'll find a mechanic who has build...
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    Xs650 mechanic in Central Valley, Sacramento, Stockton, or sf Bay Area CA

    I'm in need of a mechanic for a top end build on my 71 xs650 thanks dan
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    looks like cam timing is out?? with photos.

    Hi guys, So I just put in a new stock 256 can and I'm also running a PMA. I got my self a piston TDC stop, a degree wheel and a dial indicator. Went about finding TDC and remarking it on my PMA. Set the valves to .012 and the went to see when the inlet valve would open. 47 degrees is what...
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    Wanted - xs1 256 cam and rockers

    Hi guys looking for a good condition xs1 cam shaft and rockers. 2094005888. Thanks.
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    Top end questions

    Hey guys, So Pulled my head off for the first time since I got this motor. At hi revs I could hear a big tapping sound. I thought it must be the cam guide or the head gasket. I have oil leaking out the head gasket so I figured it was a blown head. Looking at the pictures what do you guys think...
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    Is my cam chain worn out? Timing and point gaps

    Hi y'all. So last night I set my cam chain tension and it did need adjustment. I then adjusted my valves and then I went to do my point gaps. When I went to set up my points I couldn't get the points to open in side the marks either side of the F. They are new points. I went to set the gap...
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    XS1B engine and BS34 carbs can they work together?

    Hi guys. So I'm getting to the tune and engine work part of my build and the following combination is what I'm running. XS1B engine with open headers finishing behind the foot pegs. BS34 carbs, new diaphrams with pod filters New manual points New coils 4ohms 12v .08amph battery PMA I'm...
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    PMA and points?

    I'm building a 71 motor with PMA and points. No one seems to run points. Is there a problem with this set up I don't know about?
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    For Sale - Dyna III xs650 ignition system.

    I have a Dyna III electronic ignition set up for the Xs650. It was on a running motor and looks to be in very good used condition. It will come with a wire diagram, cam sensors, points plate pick up and ignition unit so you have everything you need to install it. $50 free postage to the lower...
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