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Offline nickytonk

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'79 CB650... cracked intake manifolds
« on: July 09, 2012, 02:50:37 PM »
I am looking for replacements (2 of my 4 are cracked... but, I plan on replacing them all)... a local Honda dealership has them but they're kinda pricey.  Are there any other models that have compatible carbs/intake manifolds?  Any ideas would be great!

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Re: '79 CB650... cracked intake manifolds
« Reply #1 on: July 09, 2012, 04:48:45 PM »
Try an online discount house like bikebandit.com.  They have the diagrams and exploded views online and if a part is available it can be added to your cart, if not, no add to cart button.  I have had good experiences with them.
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Re: '79 CB650... cracked intake manifolds
« Reply #2 on: July 09, 2012, 06:23:02 PM »
No such luck at the moment.  Thanks for the link! 

***Is there any good type of rubber piping that could be used to create a good seal and vacuum that I could possibly find at a hardware store? ***

(This is my first motorcycle!)

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Re: '79 CB650... cracked intake manifolds
« Reply #3 on: July 10, 2012, 11:28:56 AM »
No such luck at the moment.  Thanks for the link! 

***Is there any good type of rubber piping that could be used to create a good seal and vacuum that I could possibly find at a hardware store? ***

(This is my first motorcycle!)
 

NO.

The silicone turbo hoses might work if they offer the size you need.

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Re: '79 CB650... cracked intake manifolds
« Reply #4 on: July 10, 2012, 12:05:32 PM »
No such luck at the moment.  Thanks for the link! 

***Is there any good type of rubber piping that could be used to create a good seal and vacuum that I could possibly find at a hardware store? ***

(This is my first motorcycle!)

Silicon seal works but only for a few days to weeks. In a pinch that is! But nothing beats replacing them and they are available and not all too expensive.
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