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Metal cable ties on carb air box boots

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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?
 
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.
 
That would depend on the zip tie used and the tool used to tighten it.

Got a pic?
 
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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.
 
You guys know where I can get them new? I am not finding them.
 
ruler7171 said:
You guys know where I can get them new? I am not finding them.
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Where have you looked?

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?
 
That would be the obvious next step. I have looked at the fiche on many sites, but no one has had them. I was hoping someone knew of a compatible part number for 09402-60305?
 
Although the insides of the carbs are a bit different, you have BS34s, much like the 1000G.
Why not order part number 09402-62208 from the 1000G?

Parts Outlaw has them for $4.00. :o

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