Carburetor Removal, GL1100

[macka]

seafoam or atf, I suppose you could run them together, but have never heard of anyone doing this.

[calif wingnut]

Can the 1000 carb pack be removed the same way that Roady details for the 1100?

Mine is only running on the 1/3 carbs at the moment and with the points and coils firing front cylinders then rear cylinders the problem is most likely the passages in the 2/4 carbs are gummed up.

And have been reading all Randakks' articles on the 1000. Great stuff!

Thanks for the answers.

Yes, but remove the air cut off valve with a long 22" phillip screwdriver, as it will impede the removal process.

[Sceadufaex]

This is awesome info. This might sound stupid. But should I even attempt to rebuild my carbs on my own. I'm pretty good at doing things with a diagram. Especially with you tube walk through. But I have a stuck float valve, and the carbs have never been removed on my 1980 gl1100. What do you think guys. I'd appreciate any help here.

[Whiskerfish]

We all had zero experience at one point. If you have the space, the time, the attention to detail and the ability to focus then yes you can probably do a decent job. My first rack took me about 12 hours straight only taking breaks to get a drink and use the rest room. I was very meticulous and they came out prefect. Now many racks later and I can generally do them in about half that time. If you try to go fast and take shortcuts then you are wasting your time and will do it over.

[robin1731]

Also, along with the recommended Randakk rebuild kits order his Video. I believe it is made for the 1000 carbs but still good for a first timer to watch. It will show some good techniques.

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[Sceadufaex]

Thanks guys. I think I can do this. Man these sites are so helpful!

[Whiskerfish]

Don't forget after the rebuild you will need to synchronize them.

[Sceadufaex]

Thanks for all the advice. I wil definitely have them synchronized.

[Roady]

And clean out the fuel system ... tank to pump ... and replace the hoses with 1/4 inch fuel line and new clamps.

[Roady]

Pictures restored in first post.

[sunnbobb]

Good deal. How have you been Steve?

[Roady]

I'm doing pretty good. How you been Richard? I see you're keeping busy.