Airbox Question

[NLAvenger]

I noticed today that 2 of the connections from the airbox to the carb aren't fitting snuggly on my bike (78 GS750). I've pulled the airbox off and the fittings are pretty rough all around. Is it possible to get these fittings seperate from the airbox? I've checked out the parts fiche at bikebandit and the only line pointed at the fitting is for "hose air cleane". In the event that it can't be replaced seperatley, are there any fixes that can be done to seal any air leaks?

[Smart_Ace8]

I am having the same issue with my 1980 GS550L, cant seem to get the boots to line up to the carbs. Have you had any success yet? i can only seem to get one side on tight and then the other side pops off.

[Griffin]

I am having the same issue with my 1980 GS550L, cant seem to get the boots to line up to the carbs. Have you had any success yet? i can only seem to get one side on tight and then the other side pops off.

Take a heat gun or hair dryer, and stick it above the boots pointing down on them for fifteen minutes. They will become very soft and pliable.

I use a 2x2 board stuck in the back of the airbox up against the backs of the boots to push them onto the carbs. They're a real pain on the 550L.

[ryonker]

I noticed today that 2 of the connections from the airbox to the carb aren't fitting snuggly on my bike (78 GS750). I've pulled the airbox off and the fittings are pretty rough all around. Is it possible to get these fittings seperate from the airbox? I've checked out the parts fiche at bikebandit and the only line pointed at the fitting is for "hose air cleane". In the event that it can't be replaced seperatley, are there any fixes that can be done to seal any air leaks?

Yes, they are sold seperately. They are about 10 bucks each. The new ones are super supple and fit on great. I think that is what the fiche just calls them "hose air clean".

Get them here- http://www.sportlandmotorsports.com/ and not at Bike Bandit. They are cheaper and offer better service.

Rick

[kparkfan]

I got mine from yamahaoftroy.com for a little over 7.00 for my 450. they made a heck of a difference.

[Roostabunny]

I noticed today that 2 of the connections from the airbox to the carb aren't fitting snuggly on my bike (78 GS750). I've pulled the airbox off and the fittings are pretty rough all around. Is it possible to get these fittings seperate from the airbox? I've checked out the parts fiche at bikebandit and the only line pointed at the fitting is for "hose air cleane". In the event that it can't be replaced seperatley, are there any fixes that can be done to seal any air leaks?

First off Ryonkers is right - the thing called "hose" is what you want.

They shrink and lose flexibility with age. New ones are a joy. I don't know if this is the case with your bike, but mine has left and right hoses, and if you don't put them on the correct side (and right-side up) you'll go nuts trying to get them assembled to the carbs again.

Here's a link to pics of my airbox overhaul for what it's worth. http://picasaweb.google.com/roostabu...eat=directlink

Cheers