How do i remove the airbox on a GS 1000

[Topcat]

The tee going into the center carbs on my 15,000 mile 79 GS1000 started leaking and i need to remove the airbox to get at the tee and try and seal it up without pulling the carbs.....what's the easiest way to get that thing out of there......i wanna fix it because it is the only issue this survivor bike has.......or sell it

Thanks and Peace

[Nessism]

Don't F around with Mickey Mouse fixes. Pull the carbs, break them down, and replace the fuel Tee and fuel transfer tubes. There are nice aftermarket parts that use proper O-rings. I rebuild a lot of carbs, and trust me, it's not a difficult project. Hardest part is removing the carbs. Once on the bench, you can replace the required parts in an hour or less.

[rphillips]

See what he ^^^^ said... Also carbs come off first, then the airbox... Won't happen the other way. Great looking bike.

[Rob S.]

If it's anything like the '82-'83 11E, a dremel with a cutting wheel should get the job done in a few hours. If you're lucky.

[Topcat]

So.....i guess i will pull the carbs and do it right....i have a service manual and will read it's instructions....i have done the valves....rebuilt the calipers and installed electronic ignition.....i am sure i can do the carbs......what are the odds that i can do it and not have to sync the carbs ?

I've got a dremel with a cutting wheel ....

Peace

[Rob S.]

I've got a dremel with a cutting wheel ....

Another reason why pods are better than stock airbox. Carbs come off and go on in a snap!

[Topcat]

Well....i got everything un-hooked and loose but there is no way that there is enough room to get the carbs off the boots and slide them out......has anyone tried taking the exhaust off and putting the bike on the center stand.....supporting the motor with a jack and unbolting the front motor mounts to let the motor lean forward so the carbs can be removed ?
That looks like the only way without cutting out the air box......

[rphillips]

Box that holds the filter must come out, should be 2 bolts holding the front box in, remove them. that box should mobe a tiny bit rearward, then just force the carbs out, it bill kind'f bend and wadd the rubber boos, just keep pulling and twisting... Yep, it ain't easy... and just my opinion, I take no responsibility for anything..