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    hay buddy what up??? I brought a set on used cam from someone off here and when I went to tighten them down the intake cam broke in half by the #4 lobe. What could have been the problem?????????????
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    Hello
    I have been into these bikes since the late 70's I have a 77/78/79 GS550 all collector plated. I also have a 1981 GS850G which is also collector plated I like to do a lot of little rides Cascades or Duffy Lake or Harrison I like the Okanagan as far as I am concerned we have the best riding in the world. I also have a 77 GS550 in Moncton N.B. for when I am back in the Maritimes i have ridden a lot of bikes and can tell you these GS bikes are as good or better than any out there. I have friends with Harleys and Valkeries when we stop for a bite people walk past their bikes and start chatting me up about the old Suzuki maybe they are nostalgic. Thanks for the post see you out there sometime.
    Bob S
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    No just someone having a little fun. But i still have a lot of problems with this bike from brakes, orange pipe, carbs and now cams. Just looking for a little help that all
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    Well first of all thanks for your concern No he was really rude just being a butt hole in response to my question about my pipes turning orange. I was looking for help before I did something really wrong but he did response later with some help to why this happen and I sound like this could be part of my problem, I did response with a positive response back to him.
    This bike is giving me hell going back together and my is upset because she not riding it yet. It been over a year going back together. But again THANKS:clap:
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    Hey BigD; I'm in the free republic of eastvan, just off the drive. Call me sometime we can go for a ride or something. Cheers Paul paulkar@shaw.ca
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    just ordered a valve cover gasket off fleabay. 20$ shipped. just gotta wait for it to arrive.
    bccap
    I have crimpers,and strippers, and a butane solder torch. Which I found perfect for running a ground from my rr to battery. If I remember correctly Morgan may have charging problems, as he told me his battery was leaking fluid through the overflow tube. It would be nice if it was a ground problem. Save him the price of an rr.
    bccap
    Sorry to take so long to reply. Still not sure, but am going to try to get by. Need anything ? Have torque wrench if needed. And lots of conventional tools.
    bccap
    Derrick, I just cleaned out my tank bag from my trip. Found a pair of needle nose pliers I think are yours.
    Garth
    BigD_83
    I can certainly find a spare barb fitting here at work. I think I already have a couple in the garage that would be adequate.

    As far as your sprockets go, have a look at the forum, but it's the same principle as on a bicycle. Smaller tooth numbers up front and bigger tooth numbers on the back will give you a bit more zip, but less top end. There should be a chart posted somewhere with final gear ratios. I've always read that you should have an even/odd combination to avoid the chain links always being grabbed by the same teeth, which would promote premature wear.

    Not sure about your oil separators...I have not run across that part with the 650. It could be specific to the twins.
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    i had an idea about that recently, i've got a spare radiator overflow bottle from my car we could use, just need to drill a hole and put a barb fitting in it.

    as far as syncing a twin i think all you need to do is block 2 of the lines like you said.

    looking at the gaskets on bike bandit, do i need the oil separators as well?

    and how are you about figuring out which sprockets to use? i want to give my bike a bit more accel. but not sure what to do with the sprockets... stock for me is 16 front and 45 rear. with a 530-104 chain. going to need to order that too.
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    i am around and mobile, haven't gotten the cap yet, gonna do that tomorrow morning i think.

    let me know when you want to do that, i'm gonna order new sprockets and chain, guess i'll get a valve cover gasket while im at it cause i need to do the valves too, my self...

    i don't suppose you have the syncing tool do you?
    bccap
    Just noticed I posted my reply to you in my own box. Not to bright. Anyway, I joined the southern BC group. The get together sounds like a great idea. Count me in.
    Thanx Garth
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    Hey,

    Its a mat black 84 gs400. I live at the beta house across from the hospital.
    bccap
    Hi BigD_83
    Didn't know about the group.But will check it out. Would like to meet some other GSers.
    Garth
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    Haha, ya know, I haven't done anything with my exhaust :) I got used to the sound, and kinda like it. I plan to entirely customize the bike this winter (or sooner if I get another bike to ride), and will likely revamp the exhaust at that point. Good to hear your exhaust worked out! It inspires me to improve the condition of my pony. But first, it looks like it's time for a head gasket :/
    BigD_83
    I think you should be able to repack your muffler if the case is fine structurally. I have some old pipes off an '81GL coming to me from a mechanic in Quebec. From all appearances, they should be much more functional that the ones currently on my '83.
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    I am pretty sure the exhaust all bolts together, and I am considering switched the 4/2 config for a 4/1, or at least bringing both pipes down one side. The most pressing issue is that she is loud as hell, though there are other reasons that would be the case. Sounds like yours is worse off than mine!! It is just the interior of the mufflers that are shot on mine, they are still all shiny and chromey on the outside...
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