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Recent Content by Norman1950

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    For Sale - 1976 XS360 / XS400 Parts

    Have some parts left over from my XS360 Build. Please email me at norman1950@gmail.com for best response. I don't check back on this forum very...
    Thread by: Norman1950, Jan 14, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: Classifieds
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    My Cafe Racer Build (and Re-Build)

    Awesome on the gear indicator. Any chance of a write up or where to find it? Thanks.
    Post by: Norman1950, Dec 2, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    Stripped spark plug hole

    Here is a great guide on how to put a helicoil to repair the threads. [media]
    Post by: Norman1950, Nov 16, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    What are the dimensions of original 1977 xs360 wire wheels?

    Front is 1.85x18 and rear is 2.50x18.
    Post by: Norman1950, Oct 14, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    Hello all! Question on cam chain XS360

    Just an FYI, here is all the motors that use that cam can according to Partzilla.com
    Post by: Norman1950, Aug 27, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    My 1977 xs360 Build, may take a while, but its a start..

    Just got the bike all legal and ready to ride on the road. Hope I can get it somewhere and take some decent photos away from the shop. Yay for...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jul 27, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    First build need some help and ideas and just to say hi to the new guy

    Actually "a lot" of bobbers are not extended. The just cut the seat frame rails to right behind the rear shocks to obtain that look. I don't...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jul 3, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    81 cafe RE-build from Qc

    On the relay, yes it would be best to buy a new one. Here in the states I was able to buy one from a local tractor supply store. The small riding...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jun 22, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    81 cafe RE-build from Qc

    If your battery is charged, the sounds like the starter relay is not working. Or if the battery is close dead, it isn't giving the relay enough...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jun 22, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    81 cafe RE-build from Qc

    That is correct. You will have to make sure to cap off the intake barb. Also the reserve position might get in the way of the tank, if I remember...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    What did you do with your XS today?

    Taking it to the DMV to get all the paperwork finalized On the road real soon!!! Don't mind the ugly old snowmobile trailer. It needs lots of...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    81 cafe RE-build from Qc

    Check with Mikesxs.net. The "newer" xs650 have the same 46mm spacing has the xs400s. But please double check me on that before ordering. I know...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    Test motor?

    Wish it was that easy... But you will have to wire in the coils, condenser, points/CDI, rectifier and a on/off switch (sure I am missing a few...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: The Garage
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    81 cafe RE-build from Qc

    Aluminum and vinegar are the best of friends, especially after sitting for while. That gray paste is probably the aluminum breaking down. So yes a...
    Post by: Norman1950, Jun 12, 2015 in forum: The Garage