1977 GS750 Carb Boot Removal

[Redman]

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Ew, looks about like what I saw the first time I took off such. (although did not have the extra sealant in there).

I had heard people mention the orings and I saw them on the microfish, but it took me a while to notice the orings on my boots... beacuse they did not at all look like orings, just looked like a darker area of the boot, somewaht like yours. THat darker area there is what used to be a rubber oring, yah. And that is why someone had to add the sealant.

Do find the Cycle O-Ring web site (a fine GSR member providing us that service) . ANd get a set of replacement screws from him also.

ALso concider replacing the boots.
THose may crack on reinstall(if they aren't already).
Will be expensive, like, 35-40 bucks each.
And with fresh boots the install and any subsequent carb removal will be so much easier.

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[LA2SD]

GS1000 ones at top left...same as the 750s.

http://jbmindustries.com/RubberFlange.html

Thanks, they look almost identical to the originals. How have yours held up?

[LA2SD]

Ew, looks about like what I saw the first time I took off such. (although did not have the extra sealant in there).

I had heard people mention the orings and I saw them on the microfish, but it took me a while to notice the orings on my boots... beacuse they did not at all look like orings, just looked like a darker area of the boot, somewaht like yours. THat darker area there is what used to be a rubber oring, yah. And that is why someone had to add the sealant.

Do find the Cycle O-Ring web site (a fine GSR member providing us that service) . ANd get a set of replacement screws from him also.

ALso concider replacing the boots.
THose may crack on reinstall(if they aren't already).
Will be expensive, like, 35-40 bucks each.
And with fresh boots the install and any subsequent carb removal will be so much easier.

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That's exactly what I thought when I pulled 'em off...I was trying to figure out where the o-rings went There seems to be a consensus among you gents that replacing the boots is the best move. So yeah, I'm going to replace 'em. I definitely want a nice seal, and not have to pry those carbs off again if I can help it.

[Redman]

........... So yeah, I'm going to replace 'em. ............

You will be surprized at how much easier it will be to install and/or remove the carbs. And most likley engine run better too.

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[hannibal]

Definitely recommend dipping the carbs and following the tutorial. I had to clean my carbs twice before they were ready to go. The first time I dipped for 24 hrs and still had issues. I think I dipped 36 to 48 hours the second time and finished with carb cleaner and a can of air.

I would certainly suggest a minimum of 36 hours in the dip if the carbs/bike are new to you.