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Caution #1

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Some instructions for servicing GoldWing carburetors mention to twist off the intakes to remove them.

Here is a good reason not to do this.

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So, how is it supposed to be done? ... Video/Pics ...
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Roady wrote:So, how is it supposed to be done? ... Video/Pics ...
Rock it back and forth side to side and up and down. That's what I do.
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Good tip, Pete! The key on the aluminum can do a lot of damage to old rubber. I noticed the rubber's age on mine and removed them by just twisting enough to break the seal, then rocked and pulled with patience (primary necessity) to remove them without damage.

Three primary enemies of rubber (or plastic, for that matter:) Heat, UV, and Ozone. The main reason these survive as long as they do is that the joint in question is away from the most heat, shielded from the sun, and hopefully away from Ozone generators.
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Loosen or remove the intake clamps first.

Then the best way is to sneak into the house and "borrow" the wifes hair blower crossy.gif and heat up each rubber to near operating conditions, place a large handled screw driver (handle end) and gently pry off the intake.
If you can get away with "borrowing" it again, the replacement of the intakes is a breeze.

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Thanks Pidjones,

Another way to prevent the quick deterioration of these rubbers is to ride the bike often. My kind of prevention :crosso

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You can keep the peace with the better half by getting a heat gun. Cheapies from H.F. can be had for less than $20 and work just fine.
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oldwings78,

Yep, a lot cheaper. :-D

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oldwings 78 wrote:You can keep the peace with the better half by getting a heat gun. Cheapies from H.F. can be had for less than $20 and work just fine.
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Recycled Roadkill wrote:
oldwings 78 wrote:You can keep the peace with the better half by getting a heat gun. Cheapies from H.F. can be had for less than $20 and work just fine.
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Mine smokes if it's on for more than 10 seconds. One of these times it just won't work.
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So my bike came with the carbs off. I hadn't paid them too much attention but last night in the garage I noticed that 2 of my intakes are at 90° angles but still attached. Not sure if he pulled them and put them back on. I didn't have time to see if they are damaged, but assuming they are can I replace just the rubber or do I need all new intakes?
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BruteSquad wrote:So my bike came with the carbs off. I hadn't paid them too much attention but last night in the garage I noticed that 2 of my intakes are at 90° angles but still attached. Not sure if he pulled them and put them back on. I didn't have time to see if they are damaged, but assuming they are can I replace just the rubber or do I need all new intakes?
If they are too far gone you will need to replace the intakes. Removing the rubbers alone cause's problems. They don't want to seal again once they have been taken off of the intake tube.
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robin1731 wrote:
BruteSquad wrote:So my bike came with the carbs off. I hadn't paid them too much attention but last night in the garage I noticed that 2 of my intakes are at 90° angles but still attached. Not sure if he pulled them and put them back on. I didn't have time to see if they are damaged, but assuming they are can I replace just the rubber or do I need all new intakes?
If they are too far gone you will need to replace the intakes. Removing the rubbers alone cause's problems. They don't want to seal again once they have been taken off of the intake tube.
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just saw this post. i would not be to concerned about the end of the rubber that attaches to the carbs, being at a 90 degree angle. i often turn them when removing the carbs. as long as the rubber is not to hard.
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