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DogBunny
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Stock clutch springs
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I really don't know, but when people add a plate, I think they usually stay with the existing spring. If you started with a 7 plate, it...
Jan 24, 2023
DogBunny
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Sold / Found / Inactive -
Stock clutch springs
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There are different length stock springs depending on if you have a 6 or 7 plate clutch. Go here...
Jan 24, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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Cool! I'm about to leave for an appointment, but I'll email you this evening. Thanks!
Jan 23, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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No. I want plate, springs, weights, serrated nut, the little disc behind the plate, and the one circlip. Baggy it. As was said, you...
Jan 23, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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The 4 post and the plate that they are attached to are all one piece, it all comes off together once the serrated lock nut is removed...
Jan 23, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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Of course. I brought this up once before, but it's been a while. In the Navy we called them Jesus clips. You would pry one off, it...
Jan 23, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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Push them off IF YOU CAN. Get them started with a wide screwdriver or narrow putty knife. The correct way is with snap ring pliers if...
Jan 23, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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No. You have to use two separate coils with points, and you have to use a single dual-tower coil with a Pamco. Checking single coils is...
Jan 23, 2023
DogBunny
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VIDEO of my potter's wheel tank tumbler cleaner
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Thank you! Yes, that was the question. I'll repeat, there's no comparison to the resin media. The ceramic media works way, way, WAY...
Jan 22, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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I understand you wanting free, but the Pamco would be a huge improvement in my opinion if it works. I could loan you a dual tower coil...
Jan 22, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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Yes, although the person who installed the Pamco might have also installed an electronic advance, in which case, no, you don't need it...
Jan 22, 2023
DogBunny
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VIDEO of my potter's wheel tank tumbler cleaner
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Since starting this thread, I have cleaned many, many tanks. I've tried all kinds of refinements and experiments. Long story short, I...
Jan 22, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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EDIT: remove the M6 nut first. Then: Remove circlips, and pull the weights. Try not to stretch the springs. You can leave the...
Jan 22, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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I'd like the mechanical timing assembly from your burned motor if you don't need it. It's under the right cam cover. It includes two...
Jan 22, 2023
DogBunny
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Old Newbie Ignition Help
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I could be way wrong here, but I don't think so. That looks like a PAMCO ignition. Google XS650 Pamco for more info. As said, you...
Jan 22, 2023
DogBunny
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Wanted -
650xsB cylinders
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I've got one, but I'm in the U.S. Sending you a PM...
Jan 19, 2023
DogBunny
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No start Mystery
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If you're getting spark, and if the timing is correct as checked with a timing light, then your TCI is good, and your problem lies...
Jan 19, 2023
DogBunny
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No start Mystery
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Yeah, that verifies that your camshaft is correctly installed relative to your crank, but it does not check your timing. As said, I...
Jan 14, 2023
DogBunny
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No start Mystery
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Maybe I'm missing something here, but how can you check timing on a non-running TCI ignition? My guess is that you did fry the TCI...
Jan 14, 2023
DogBunny
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1973 front brake light switch
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It's a banjo bolt with an incorporated pressure switch. It takes the place of one of the banjo bolts, usually the one at the master...
Jan 13, 2023
DogBunny
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1973 front brake light switch
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Easiest and cheapest solution in this instance is to buy a banjo bolt brake switch.
Jan 13, 2023
DogBunny
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1975 XS650 Gas cap and lock
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Yes, I have several of each. I am sending you a PM.
Jan 13, 2023
DogBunny
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thoughts on dent removal?
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Fantastic! Couple thoughts: First, I once tried to pop a dent in an Aluminum XT500 tank, by simply pressurizing the tank. I thought...
Jan 9, 2023
DogBunny
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Fork tube center to center distance question
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https://www.xs650.com/threads/1970-1971-1972-1973-lower-triple-tree-steering-stem-differences-identification.59575/ Not all 34mm forks...
Jan 6, 2023
DogBunny
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Oil seal pain in the a$$
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Chamfering the edge of the case is a MUST when dealing with the push rod seal -- that should be covered in the Tech section links.
Jan 5, 2023
DogBunny
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Oil seal pain in the a$$
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Regarding the push rod seal: I have never been able to push it in with my thumbs like you're "supposed" to. I slide a couple of washers...
Jan 5, 2023
DogBunny
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Headlight grommet/damper insert
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I have that part if you are interested. There are two nearly identical versions, the only difference is the width of the square...
Jan 4, 2023
DogBunny
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Fork lower compatibility in early models
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http://biker.net/ Not perfect, but a lot better than any of the on-line venders. Also, look in this Forum's tech section.
Jan 4, 2023
DogBunny
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Fork lower compatibility in early models
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https://www.xs650.com/threads/1970-1971-1972-1973-lower-triple-tree-steering-stem-differences-identification.59575/ Read entire above...
Jan 3, 2023
DogBunny
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Headlight grommet/damper insert
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It's possible that the tab is there simply to keep the flasher ground wire ring terminal from rotating as you tighten the flasher stalk nut?
Jan 3, 2023
DogBunny
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Made a video for fun...
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I use VSDC Free Video Editor. It's not perfect, but has tons of support and YouTube how-to vids. I paid something like $10 to get a...
Dec 28, 2022
DogBunny
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Made a video for fun...
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Okay for a rookie. What editing software did you use?
Dec 28, 2022
DogBunny
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Clutch pushrod
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PM sent....
Dec 24, 2022
DogBunny
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Adhesive and Glue
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This is what I use for repairing seats. Complete process here...
Dec 18, 2022
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