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Leaking banjos, what to do?

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Aaaarh, starting the '79 1000 up, after only a few seconds fuel started pouring out of the carbs. After shutting off and tracing i found out that the banjos connecting the carbs are leaking.

I think/fear the rubber has deteriorated due to age and is now not flexible or thick enough to create a tight seal. So, tore the carbs apart and have sought all over for new ones...

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Can anyone help me on what to do ?
Replace with new, but where do i get them?
grind the old rubber edges off and replace them with O-rings?
Coat them with liquid sealant and shove 'em back in?
Buy new flatslides, a big bore kit and overhaul the engine? \\:D/

Thanx !
 
Yikes, listed as discontinued!

If it were me, I would probably find a newer set of carbs that have more parts available, but in the meantime I'd probably use some sealant.
 
Use a small O ring on the fitting When it is squished together on assembly it will seal them. If you are really stuck you can get a replacement from www.motorcyclecarbs.com $$$$$
 
Thanx for the replies.

Think i'll go with the O-ring, ans throw in some sealant in the carb housing for good measure... oh yeah, and save up for ne carbs :-)
 
Half a dozen wraps with teflon tape may also allow the ends to seal.
Earl
 
What kind of sealand would be trustworthy around gasoline?? It seems to eat through just about anything you can throw at it.
 
I wouldn't use sealant. Too easy for it to end up in the carbs and clog passages. O-rings are your best bet.
 
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