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Replacing rubber intake manifolds Yamaha XJ Maxim 550

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by camelCase, Nov 14, 2018.

  1. camelCase

    camelCase Member

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    Do I need to take the engine out in order to accomplish this? I'm going to order a set of 4 because mine are showing signs of dry rot and I want to get it done this winter.

    I don't see a procedure in my Clymber manual. Also, do I need to tune the carbs once I do this?
     
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    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    No. And no...........but, it wouldn't hurt to synch the engine and adjust the mixture screws if that hasn't been done in a while.
     
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    I'll be ordering from you guys.
     
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    XJ550H Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    start soaking those bolts with kroil to make sure they do not snap
     
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    I have removed 32 intake bolts and not one snapped. The bolt holes are open and don’t get stuck.
     
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    there have been quite a few who have had them snap. would not hurt to start penetrating oil untill the new parts arrive
     
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    +1 You really really really R E A L L Y don't want to snap a bolt. It is a pain in the butt to get it out, been there done that.
     
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