79 GS1000L Carb questions????

[Bigrev]

I just bought this 79 Suzuki GS1000L the other day and I decided Im going to make a bobber out of it. I removed the carbs and took the lower bowls off and they were completely full of gunk so I cleaned them up, but I will definetly have to replace the gaskets, jets, etc. So....... my question is, if I put the four air pod filters on and leave the mufflers off, what kind of jet kit would I need? Thanks for the help!

Rev

[Big T]

You haven't gone far enough - you need to strip the carbs down and dip them

Then, you can jet it up about 4 sizes to start

[Bigrev]

my 79 gs1000

I didnt rip the carbs down too far quite yet, but I do know that I have some pretty serious cleaning to do. I was hoping someone could send me a link or point me in the direction on where to get the correct carb kits without breaking the bank.

[OldVet66]

O-rings from: http://www.cycleorings.com/ Gaskets and Dynojet stage 3 jet kit from: http://www.z1enterprises.com/

[Steve]

Can of Berryman's Carb Cleaner Dipfrom your local Auto Zone. About $20.

The previously-mentioned o-ring kit should be accompanied by o-rings for the intake tubes and stainless bolts to hold the tubes with the new o-rings. Less than $25 for all.

I have not purchased one, but I understand the jet kit is in the neighborhood of $100+

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[Big T]

You won't need "carb kits" or a Dynojet kit

Just dip them, new O rings and jet accordingly.

VM carbs don't need Dynojet kits like the BS (CV) carbs do

Jets from Z1 or www.jetsrus.com

[OldVet66]

It can be done but the stock needles are shaped wrong for the modifications and very difficult to get dialed in. The DJ jet kit is specifically designed for these modifications.

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