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CaptChrome's Recent Activity
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CaptChrome replied to the thread New gas cap seal.
I may have opened my rebuild thread on this forum with a negative comment about the longevity of OEM rubber, however, after cleaning up...
Jun 7, 2023 at 7:23 PM -
CaptChrome liked futureproof's post in the thread XS400 Throttle play.
As suggested, the issue was with the cable routing. After finally getting around to taking off the gas tank (for a carb clean :O ), I...
Jun 7, 2023 at 7:12 PM -
CaptChrome replied to the thread XS400 Throttle play.
@futureproof - Thanks for following up with a conclusion to the issue. Far too many threads end with lots of recommendations, but no...
Jun 7, 2023 at 7:12 PM -
CaptChrome replied to the thread rear sprocket swap question.
My understanding is that the rear sprockets on the 80-82 bikes had an "offset" to allow the chain to clear the fatter profile tire on...
Jun 6, 2023 at 9:03 PM -
CaptChrome replied to the thread valve clearance variations.
Intake: 0.08 – 0.12 mm Exhaust: 0.16 – 0.20 mm I usually set them on the high side of these ranges as the clearances will close up with...
Jun 1, 2023 -
CaptChrome liked JPaganel's post in the thread 1982 XS 400 Maxim, running now..
How is the fusebox? Most of them need replacement at some point. Typical maintenance stuff: Check under sprocket cover for leaks....
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CaptChrome replied to the thread xs400 maxim 82, battery/ general issues..
I have the Mighty Max YB12A-A on my bike, and as @tstidham said, a new, fully charged AGM battery should be at least 12.6. It sounds to...
Jun 1, 2023 -
CaptChrome liked tstidham's post in the thread xs400 maxim 82, battery/ general issues..
The agm should also read 12.6 or higher when fully charged. I'd look into exchanging it if its still under warranty. How many volts is...
Jun 1, 2023 -
CaptChrome liked Mjerrold's post in the thread Help...anyone?! Carb identification & general chaos....
UPDATE!! Well, I cleaned out the carbs throughly, flushed the tank and then did the electrolysis technique to make sure it was all...
Jun 1, 2023 -
CaptChrome liked tstidham's post in the thread New gas cap seal.
So the gas cap seal on my 1978 XS400 has seen better days. It was very cracked and dry rotted and when standing near the bike, released...
Jun 1, 2023
