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carb boots

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by desmotom, Jun 5, 2017.

  1. desmotom

    desmotom Active Member

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    I made these for my wife's bike to replace the stock rubber ones. Silicone hose or rubber for the connection to the carbs? I've heard mixed thoughts on silicone and fuel. IMG_2512[1].JPG
     
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    I'm not an expert, but I think they are made of rubber so they can flex as needed when the engine moves around. The intake and carb boots provide the mount between the engine and the airbox, hence the need to be flexible. If you are running pods, it may not be an issue.

    The metal ones sure a pretty however.
     
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  3. k-moe

    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Rubber hose, fuel and oil resistant.
     
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    nice but are you going to put vac ports in them?
     
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  5. desmotom

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    Ports are on carbs...
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    What kind of carbs? What bike?
     
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    desmotom Active Member

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    KZ440 ltd. I would like to make a set for my 650rj but a little more work with the ports and they have a slight angle toward cylinder head
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    The 650rj carbs don't have vacuum ports, so those would need to be on the manifolds...
     
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    best way to cut large dia rubber hose...clamp as guide


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