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Hello comrades
Good evening. A 41 great website 1 that I found on the Internet.
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You'll find everything you need and more. Feel free to follow the link below.
#2
Introductions / Re: Howdy From N NV
Last post by FJ1200W - Yesterday at 07:55:01 PM
Welcome, you'll find all the good information here in this group.
Enjoy!
#3
Introductions / Re: SITE IS INCREDIBLY SLOW LO...
Last post by FJ1200W - Yesterday at 07:53:11 PM
No major issues here, but I'm not in frequently enough.

"Patience, grasshopper" may or may not apply, no offense intended.

 
The phrase "patience, young grasshopper" originated from the 1970s television show "Kung Fu". In the show, David Carradine played the character Kwai Chang Caine, a Shaolin monk who traveled across the American Old West. Caine's master, Master Po, frequently referred to him as "grasshopper" and would impart wisdom by saying "patience, young grasshopper".

The metaphorical use of the term "grasshopper" to describe an inexperienced or youthful person comes from Chinese culture, where the bug represents youth and inexperience. The phrase gained popularity through its association with the discipline of martial arts and the teachings of patience, self-discipline, and restraint.

The phrase has moved beyond its "Kung Fu" roots and entered common usage, often used to advise people to be persistent and patient in various situations. It has become a cultural icon that imparts universal lessons, such as the value of perseverance in the face of difficulty and the understanding that true mastery is a process rather than a final goal.
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Introductions / Re: SITE IS INCREDIBLY SLOW LO...
Last post by RPM - Robert - Yesterday at 04:22:36 PM
Odd, I'll message the website guy and see if he can duplicate the issue. I haven't had any issues on the pc or my phone.
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Introductions / Re: SITE IS INCREDIBLY SLOW LO...
Last post by Bones - Yesterday at 03:08:28 PM
This is the first time in about three days that I'm even able to access this site, kept coming up with can't find the server.
#6
Introductions / Re: Howdy From N NV
Last post by MarioR - Yesterday at 12:30:41 PM
Welcome on Board! Some pictures would be nice  :morning2:
#7
FJ Project Writeups / Re: 1990 fj1200 Clock issue
Last post by MarioR - Yesterday at 11:51:38 AM
Hi everyone, :morning2:

Here's an update on the issue I'm having.

Recently the clock on my dash stopped working. My first thought was that the LCD had failed, so I pulled everything apart and replaced it with a new LCD. Unfortunately, after the swap the clock still didn't work.

My next idea was to swap the entire dash with the one from my second FJ (that dash works perfectly). That also didn't solve the problem — the clock still didn't work.

So I started testing the LCD units directly, and both of them work when supplied with 12V.

Next, I checked the voltage on the harness plug (the one with four wires) and I'm only getting about 4–6V instead of the expected 12V, so that could potentially be the problem.

I inspected the entire front harness and so far I don't see any cracked, kinked, or corroded wires. I cleaned all connectors and reinstalled everything.

After putting everything back together, the clock does come on when the ignition is ON, but when the ignition is turned OFF the clock shuts off completely.

On my other FJs, the clock stays on all the time, and when the ignition is turned on the backlight activates.

Another issue is that after turning the ignition off, the clock resets itself after a few minutes.

Battery is good and charged. Holds the voltage so I don't see issue here.

Am I missing something??? :dash2:

Other than clock, everything works perfect on the bike. Harness is fully original untouched.

Has anyone experienced similar symptoms or know where I should be looking next?

Thanks.
#8
Introductions / Re: Howdy From N NV
Last post by FJmonkey - Yesterday at 11:07:21 AM
Welcome
#9
Introductions / Re: Howdy From N NV
Last post by Pat Conlon - April 26, 2026, 08:43:53 PM
To help us help you, go to your profile, then in the signature line put in 1986 FJ1200. This will automatically appear in all your posts, then we can give you proper advice for your specific FJ. There are differences thru the years.

Yes, new tires, (check wheel bearings)  chain, sprockets, on center stand check swingarm linkage for loose up and down movements.
Remove the spongy 40 year old rubber brake lines and install new braided stainless steel aftermarket brake lines. Flush all systems with fresh DOT 4/5
Check brake pads for wear
Fresh oil & filter? Air filter?

If you have no documentation then pull the seat, side covers, tank and valve cover and check your valve shim clearances.
Tight valves = no bueno
While the tank is off, safety wire the fuel petcock outlet elbow...see my signature line.

Ride and enjoy! Things may pop up after some miles but no worries...all can be addressed.

Both Travis Legg (Reno) and Paul Lawson (Carson City) are in your neck of the woods and are both very competent with FJ's and RPM is in Oakdale is just over the hill from you.

We have a West Coast FJ Rally coming up at the end of May in Willits Ca. We would love to meet you.

Welcome aboard!

Pat

Edit: Travis beat me to it...
#10
Introductions / Re: Howdy From N NV
Last post by T Legg - April 26, 2026, 08:33:48 PM
Welcome to the forum. There are a few of us in this area. You might want to check your valve clearances. If they haven't been checked in a long time the valve cover gasket and valve cover bolt grommets may be old and hard and start leaking oil after pulling the cover off so you should have a new set ready. Also the chain slider on the swing arm may be worn out so I would check that to make sure you dont rub a groove into the swing arm.