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Does anyone see a reason why I should not use the metal zip ties on the carb and air box boots?
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because they wont clamp tight enough......1978 GS1085.
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That is what I needed to know. Thanks for the help. Do you happen to know what the exhaust diameter is on the GS450. I am looking for mufflers to slip on.Comment
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That would depend on the zip tie used and the tool used to tighten it.
Got a pic?Comment
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And the tool?Comment
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Just handsComment
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Originally posted by ruler7171 View Post
That for sure won't get tight enough. The boots have a groove where the clamps lie in and the clamps are a perfect fit to ensure even tightening around the boot and the metal. Even the clamps have to be replaced after some years because they well stretch out and loose their ability to tighten any longer. OEM clamps are not that expensive, I think $3 apiece or something like that.sigpicMrBill Been a GSR member on and off since April 2002
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Originally posted by tkent02 View Post
Except at $835 the correct clamps, even at dealer prices, would be a bargain!Comment
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More than almost any GS I have ever bought. I'll stick with the $3 Suzuki clamps.Originally posted by slayer61 View PostComment
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I'm with you guys. I think I'll pass on the $835!Comment
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You guys know where I can get them new? I am not finding them.Comment
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Where have you looked?Originally posted by ruler7171 View Post
I can find them at all the "usual suspects".
Suzuki part number is 09402-54303. Retail price is $3.03. They are found on the "Cylinder Head" fiche.
Even Alpha Sports (the most expensive supplier out there) has them for 'only' $4.09.
Parts Outlaw has them for $2.49.
G&S Suzuki has them for $2.24, but you will likely get more grief and frustration from the 50 cents that you will save.
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Thanks Steve. Those seem to be what goes on the cylinder head side of the carb. What about on the air cleaner side?Comment
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