Topic: Cb550. Thoughts about these boots and carb set

[Jimsun]

Hello all i just want to know what your opinion is in regards to theses intake boots.

Im aware that they arent stock. However theyre atleast made in japan (if thats a good thing). My boots have rips and id like to replace em than to seal the cuts

http://bit.ly/1bbdRsB

Here is the carb set which has everything.

Please note that it states 71-73 cb500. However, iirc, it should be the same as my '74 cb550
http://bit.ly/Ip0mM3

Your opinion is greatly appreciated.

[Black 750K8]

Do you need all the brass?

[Jimsun]

Well im not too sure but ill rather replace what is needed. Also, i'd prefer having all the stuff i need on hand than waiting for parts to put it back together.

[Mo]

The brass pieces are generally re-usable. I bought the kit and wouldn't suggest it.  The needles are not the same as stock, the jets aren't the right sizes. The o-rings for the float bowls aren't easy to place on as they are the incorrect shape (right size though). From the kit, I only used the rubber and paper gasket, some of the orings. I cleaned and re used all of the brass parts.

Those carb boots look cool. Would like to hear others experiences with them as well.

[harisuluv]

That seller has a 550 kit too.  The 550 and 500 have different needle taper according to documentation I'm looking at.

[harisuluv]

=The o-rings for the float bowls aren't easy to place on as they are the incorrect shape (right size though)

That is pretty standard for cb500/550 bowl gaskets, in fact, OEM honda gaskets are the same way.  They are not preformed.  If you want preformed you will have to get them separately at siriusconinc.

[Jimsun]

Thanks for the time and insight guys

I suppose ill jump the gun with the boots and just get the stock gaskets right guys?

[Maurice]

I believe OEM boots can still be had for -76 here (correct me if I'm wrong). Shipping is decent, not free but not rip-off excessive and things tend to get to you quickly.

They also have a gasket set without the brass.

I don't know what shipping from Japan would be in terms of time to get wherever you live.

[Jimsun]

How about these gasket sets. Seems like the guy knows his sohc4

http://bit.ly/1cOvRsh

As for the above, i live less than 5 minutes away from the post office. So its okay

[goldarrow]

Thanks for the time and insight guys

I suppose ill jump the gun with the boots and just get the stock gaskets right guys?

clean and reuse the brass bits, i even reuse the top paper gasket.  replace all rubber orings.