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    dont need the large intake boot o rings

    dont need the large intake boot o rings
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    Hello Nessism what are the details of the o ring kits. its for vm carbs 79 gs850gn. price...

    Hello Nessism what are the details of the o ring kits. its for vm carbs 79 gs850gn. price shipped to uk?
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    Low compression

    Ive been intimidated to separate carbs and do a complete strip down that I might get stuck screws and problems doing correct reassembly. Ok Im going to go for it and see if I can get all the cylinders running nicely. Do you guys recommend buying an ultrasonic cleaner and any recommendations...
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    Low compression

    Reply to Kiwialfa156 Thanks for the pilot system info (where is this from?) I didnt remove the pilot screw when cleaning carbs. What do you use to plug the threaded hole and the pilot jet as per the instructions? Can you just use your finger? Ill have to check again if header is hot just while...
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    Low compression

    Any advice or links regarding valve clearances would be greatly appreciated? Do I need any special tools? Thanks Lads
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    Low compression

    Ok wow I really appreciate all the replies I got with so much solid information to consider. To give an update and further information. I will retest the compression with all plugs removed to get a more accurate reading. When I cleaned the carbs what I did was just the basic with my ability and...
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    Low compression

    Also the number 1 header is the only one which gets signicantly hot
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    Low compression

    Also Im not sure what part is the rubber snorkel which you said must be in place?
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    Low compression

    Bwringer thanks for the very informative reply. Ive done work on sealing the airbox. The compression tester is a very cheap ?8 chinese ebay item. I did the test with the throttle open removing 1 plug at a time on a cold engine with carbs in place. Ive never tested valve clearances before so im...
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    Low compression

    Ok Im recomissioning a GS850GN with 15k miles engine which had been standing for an unknown amount of time. It idles just but doesnt run very well. After doing alot of work on carbs and charging system it hasnt improved although now charging. I finally decided to test the compression and it was...
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    the stator papers??

    Hello is there a working link to the stator papers? thanks
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    Wont idle?

    Thanks Nessism for your response. Ive cleaned the carb jets and sprayed carb cleaner through all the passages. Havent yet disassembled carbs and used an ultrasonic and replaced o rings. etc. Is there a tutorial to advise steps you have listed for VM Carbs off a GS850GN?
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    Wont idle?

    Hello Im recomisioning a GS850GN standard exhaust and original airbox and slide carbs. Cleaned carbs a few times.I replaced rubber boots engine to carb and carb to airbox. It idles on full choke but dies when I rev it.Ive turned idle screw to full. Its revs up when I really slowly turn...
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    gs550 gs850 front forks interchangeable?

    thanks so if the gs550 forks are 37mm diameter they will be interchangeable regarding caliper mounts etc?
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    gs550 gs850 front forks interchangeable?

    Hello folks does anyone know if gs550 forks are the same and interchangeable with gs850 thanks?
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    fuel tap issues

    Hello thanks for the advice and now I see I put question in the wrong section. I cant find an oem fuel tap from Uk sources. They are available Usa ebay for over ?100 shipped and taxed. Has anyone had luck with the cheaper aftermarket ones? Can source aftermarket for ?17. Do you guys think I...
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    fuel tap issues

    Also I have an inline fuel filter.
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    fuel tap issues

    Hello folks any advice appreciated. I rebuilt the fuel tap on my gs850 with rebuild kit. The tap now hardly flows on prime, on, or reserve and engine wont start but overflows into engine overnight and leaks with oil from somewhere onto floor. Slight amount of petrol in oil. Dropped the oil and...
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    GS1000 crash bars will fit GS850?

    Hello folks will GS1000 engine crash bars fit a GS850? thanks
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    gs850gn carb inlet rubbers

    thanks for great advice. ordered both sets of rubbers from cruzinimage at reasonable price.
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