Who cleans carbs?

[woodsietx]

It appears my 1981 GS750E is going to require a carb clean/rebuild. I've thought hard about doing it myself but I'm still not convinced I can, due to reasons I've covered in previous threads. The one estimate I've been given is high.

I had read a post where it was said that some of the guys on the board might be willing to do a cleaning for a fee. In the interest of checking all my options, I'd like to speak to anyone who is willing to do the work. Or if there's someone in the central TX area who wouldn't mind "coaching" me through the process, I'd like to hear from him too.

Thanks!

Woodsie

[ryonker]

I don't know what your reasons are for not wanting to, but it is soooooooooooooooooo easy.

I for one would do them for you, but postage to MN might get up there. I am sure there is someone closer that could coach you through it. The tutorials on BassCliffs site are very explanatory. It will be way more satisfying if you do them your self and your learn about your MC.

I know if you did it and had concerns, there are dozens on this site that would coach you remotely or even allow you to call them (me included).

Rick

[seuadr]

It appears my 1981 GS750E is going to require a carb clean/rebuild. I've thought hard about doing it myself but I'm still not convinced I can, due to reasons I've covered in previous threads. The one estimate I've been given is high.

I had read a post where it was said that some of the guys on the board might be willing to do a cleaning for a fee. In the interest of checking all my options, I'd like to speak to anyone who is willing to do the work. Or if there's someone in the central TX area who wouldn't mind "coaching" me through the process, I'd like to hear from him too.

Thanks!

Woodsie

i'm not familar with your previous threads, but it's not nearly as intimidating a job as it may seem.

i'm sure someone in texas would be willing to give you a hand, specially if you have cold beer on hand.

try this link, as well:

http://www.mtsac.edu/~cliff/storage/gs/mc_maint/GS_CV_Carb_Cleaning_Series.pdf

(be sure to thank basscliff for hosting it and John Bloemer for writing it!
it's got pictures of all the steps and details it very well.

we would love to give you any support you need here on the site too.

alot of the guys here use those cheap foil muffin tins to seperate the parts out, and berryman's carb dip to soak the carbs.

[Baatfam]

Who cleans carbs?

I guess the answer is....most all of us...

Really not that hard...give it a shot.
If you run into trouble, we'll all be here to help...

[twr1776]

I agree with the others. Get some Berrymans, Seafoam Deep Creep, and a Cycle o-rings kit before you start. Go slow, and keep all individual carb parts in one container. If you get stuck, ask a question and someone here will be able to help guide you through the process.

[sachsaca]

Hey seuadr, I looked at that post sight you inserted, I have the VM carbs and know they are different but how much of that work translates over to my carbs, I plan on doin my own. I hear the carb dips aren't what they used to be so how long should a carb sit in the dip?
Sorry fior hijacking the post but this info can be used for woosietx also.

[Tom MLC]

RenoBruce does a B*TCHIN job on carb re-building. He's done two racks for me so far. And he doesn't discriminate. He'll even does work for folks from Texas!

Check out some of his work here. http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=141007

[BassCliff]

Hey seuadr, I looked at that post sight you inserted, I have the VM carbs and know they are different but how much of that work translates over to my carbs, I plan on doin my own. I hear the carb dips aren't what they used to be so how long should a carb sit in the dip?
Sorry fior hijacking the post but this info can be used for woosietx also.

Hi Mr. sachsaca,

I have a copy of the VM carb rebuild guide on my site. You'll also find it in the "garage" section of the GSR homepage. The general consensus is to leave the carb body/metal parts in the dip for 24 hours. Yes, it will take you at least 4 days to properly clean your carbs, unless you buy 2 or more buckets of carb dip.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[rustybronco]

Hey seuadr, I looked at that post sight you inserted, I have the VM carbs and know they are different but how much of that work translates over to my carbs, I plan on doin my own. I hear the carb dips aren't what they used to be so how long should a carb sit in the dip?
Sorry fior hijacking the post but this info can be used for woosietx also.

VM's can be done (overhauled) in your sleep!

http://www.thegsresources.com/files/vm_carb_rebuild.pdf

and to answer your question... 24-48 hours per carb body.

[woodsietx]

Looks like I need to reiterate my reasons why I'm hesitant. I agree that all the information on here makes it look easy, well within my capability. I have literally spent hours reading everything I can about the process.

It's the location I have to work on it that's the problem. The bike is in a garage that has been turned into a kennel for 22 or 23 Great Dane puppies. I CANNOT do any chemical stuff inside. Plus it's not a proper shop. To do my gas tank cleaning, I had to set up a table in the driveway to work on. Where I live doesn't even have a garage. There will come a day when I have a place to set up my own work bench and a place to put the bike.

That said, once again, who on here is willing to do the work for a fee OR is close to me and is willing to work with me to do the rebuild on his/her bench? If no one can, that's ok. I'll just have to pay a local shop about a third of the value of the bike.

Now if that makes me a "woosie" (as put by

this info can be used for woosietx also.

so be it, I just want to ride the effing thing. (I know that was a typo, sachsaca, but I had to say something). I bought it as a "runs perfect" bike and it don't. That's my cross to bear. I've been wondering if I didn't buy before I should have.

WOODSIE

[sachsaca]

Thank you guys, I actually have that on a memory stick. I went and got one to begin to save info cause I knew I wourld need it so thatnks for reminding me of it, I just went and got it to see if I had it, I do.
Ok no tickets for you, if your ever in Roxboro NC and I'm on duty, just throw up the suzuki gang sign and no tickets for you. I'm going to have to make it a point to come to a northern rally, yall are great. Just don't hammer me too bad about my accent and I might cook ya'll some fried green tomatos, pan fried corn bread, battered and fried deer meat, and if your nice I might find a qt of my families home brew for yall. Just don't breath when you take a sip.

[chuckycheese]

Carbs

These posts occur often and the advice is always the same...do it yourself. My latest advice is different: If you don't want to do it....don't do it! Someone on here will be willing to help you out and it will probably be a good deal for both of you.

The older I've gotten, the more I've realized that there's no reason to 'push' people to do something they don't need to do...and you certainly don't need to rebuild carbs; you can enjoy a wonderful, fulfilling life without ever having done so.

Having said that, my beautiful, freshly rebuilt carbs for my 750 are sitting on the kitchen table and I'm going to go out and reinstall them on my bike tomorrow morning (when it's cool). So.....to each his own!

[BassCliff]

Hi Mr. woodsietx,

Now if that makes me a "woosie", as put by

this info can be used for woosietx also.

so be it..

I'm positive Mr. sachsaca meant no offense. If you've read very many of his posts you would notice that he is a lousy typist and an even lousier speller. I'm sure it was a totally inadvertent, honest mistake.

To be honest, I'm a little apprehensive about ripping into my carbs too. I'm fortunate to have some workspace and a few GS'rs close enough to lend a hand if I get myself in trouble.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[seuadr]

It's the location I have to work on it that's the problem. The bike is in a garage that has been turned into a kennel for 22 or 23 Great Dane puppies. I CANNOT do any chemical stuff inside.

hmm. that makes sense.

i'm guessing that the local shop quoted you like 250-350 dollars?

does it need a full rebuild or just new o-rings and cleaning?

i may be willing to take the job on, if you just need o-rings and dipping.

[woodsietx]

No, seuadr, the quote was closer to $600. I was hoping for someone closer than the Canadian border (that's a joke) but we can talk in a PM. The shop broke it down as $414 labor (min) and about $25/per carb for parts. Add tax and the inevitable extra 10% and you get close to $600.

I know it was a typo. I made thought I made that clear. No offense taken at all.

Did more than one person actually read what I typed? I would do the carbs if I had a suitable place; no matter how long it takes. Well I'm new so maybe I didn't include the "read what is written" icon (again a joke) but I can't say it much differently. I would love to do all the work myself. For example, I am planning to adjust my valves, using the information on BassCliff's site. Thing is, no harsh chemicals. I would never have tried that on my previous bikes.

Thanks to everyone who reads and/or responds. I sincerely mean that.

Todd