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...see #17 (o-rings) on the parts ficshe
I would replace the O-rings (#17 in the pic) first before tearing off the head. Replace the valve cover gasket & adjust the valves while you're in there. Those two head bolts with the O-rings are right in front. Re-torque the other head bolts as well.
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rwcfrank
While we are on the subject (no hijack intended) what is the difference between the metal and asbestos head gaskets as far as sealing and durability? It seems Suzuki makes 2 styles and I am confused. I cant stand leaks...
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most of the composite gaskets are now superseded by mls gaskets.
Both work fine for stock applications, the factory just updated to the mls gaskets.
Nic83 GS1100ES rebuild:
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=170032
Budget GSXR Conversion:
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=200563
New to me bike: 2008 B-KING
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grandman
Just replaced the valve cover gasket a couple weeks ago. I ordered carb o-rings from Robert Barr a few days ago. Any idea where to get #17 from or is it pretty standard (ya right)?
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Any Suzuki parts suppliers...dealers or online, can get them.
nic83 GS1100ES rebuild:
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=170032
Budget GSXR Conversion:
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=200563
New to me bike: 2008 B-KING
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Originally posted by grandman View PostJust replaced the valve cover gasket a couple weeks ago. I ordered carb o-rings from Robert Barr a few days ago. Any idea where to get #17 from or is it pretty standard (ya right)?Ed
To measure is to know.
Mikuni O-ring Kits For Sale...https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...ts#post1703182
Top Newbie Mistakes thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=171846
Carb rebuild tutorial...https://gsarchive.bwringer.com/mtsac...d_Tutorial.pdf
KZ750E Rebuild Thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...0-Resurrection
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rwcfrank
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grandman
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grandman
Originally posted by hikermikem View PostI would replace the O-rings (#17 in the pic) first before tearing off the head. Replace the valve cover gasket & adjust the valves while you're in there. Those two head bolts with the O-rings are right in front. Re-torque the other head bolts as well.
Thanks!
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Originally posted by rwcfrank View PostI cant stand leaks...
Grandman, that's awesome. A quick $24 fix thanks to great advice. Saves a lot of frustration in troubleshooting.Erik
1982 GS550M
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