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Carb boot gaskets

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by machelis, Sep 18, 2012.

  1. machelis

    machelis New Member

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    I have to change one carb boot gasket, so I thought I'd change them all. Is it cheaper to buy the gaskets or cut them myself? I can get a roll of several feet for $16, but I haven't had time to check for the price of the gaskets.

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    MN-Maxims St. Paul Minnesota

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    See xj4ever about prices
     
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    I had one bad gasket and simply cut one to fit. Works fine.
     
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    Got my answer. Thanks guys.
     
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    Gotta agree with takbaka45.. cutting gaskets is cheaper than buying them. Take your time and do a good job and you won't regret it.
     
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    MN-Maxims St. Paul Minnesota

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    Len @ xj4ever has die cut OEM gaskets that actually swell a bit when fuel gets on them creating a better seal than cutting gasket paper ones. But it's all about who has more time than money.
    Just as a side note, if you get the original intake manifold bolts out without breaking them. Get new bolts, Yamaha original ones are cheap soft bolts that like to break.


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