need help rebuilding carbs gs700e

[Guest]

Hi, i am currently in the process of rebuilding my carbs. i have a few questions.
i have a pilot jet on carb #2 that is stuck in there. the slot has been stripped so i cannot screw it out any more. what can i do to get it out?

also, my idle screw (pilot screw) has no spring and washer. it only has an o-ring. is this normal/important on my model of carbs? (BS32)

thanks in advance

[AJ]

Suggest you put a few drops of Marvel Mystery Oil (or similar penetrating lube) on the jet and let it soak overnight. Then use a left hand drill bit on the jet and you might get lucky and it will come out as you drill it.

http://www.amazon.com/Neiko-13-Piece-Handed-Titanium-Coated/dp/B000HS0UJQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1341841546&sr=8-1&keywords=left+hand+drill+bits

Unfortunately, the brass jets are very soft and you will likely simply drill through the jet, so be careful to not go too deep. If you do drill through, use a screw extractor. These Black and Decker extractors get lousy reviews on Amazon, but - in my experience - the fine thread on them seems to work better than others on the soft brass.

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-16270-Extractor-5-Piece/dp/B000KKR7JM/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1341841803&sr=8-13&keywords=screw+extractor

Your idle mixture screws should have a spring, washer, and tiny o-ring, but check the parts diagram at bike bandit.

Good luck!

PS I really loved my GS700E. Great bike. Wish I still had it.

[5t341th]

anyone know if the spring/washer is important for the idle mix screw? mine did not have any, just the o-ring.
diagrams do not show the idle screw because it is "factory set. no adjustment"

[chef1366]

anyone know if the spring/washer is important for the idle mix screw? mine did not have any, just the o-ring.
diagrams do not show the idle screw because it is "factory set. no adjustment"

Yes they are important!
I have washers and springs if you need some.

[5t341th]

Yes they are important!
I have washers and springs if you need some.

i would be delighted to take you on that offer. how much are you looking to get? shipped to 92647. Thanks!