Jet Block Gasket

[Auggie_1970]

Hey guys, getting ready to tear into the carbs for cleaning and was wondering if when I remove the jet block is it neccessary to replace that gasket or can it be reused if it come off intack. Thanks

 

[maleko89]

Most of the time you can re-use. It depends on if they are torn, etc. They are pretty cheap so would just use new. Make sure you wash 'em in fresh gasoline before installing.

 

[MONTREALMAX]

Most of the time you can re-use. It depends on if they are torn, etc. They are pretty cheap so would just use new. Make sure you wash 'em in fresh gasoline before installing.

why wash them?

 

[maleko89]

I found that they "break in" quicker. Otherwise, it kind of sputters and acts lean for several miles. I used to take customer carbs on the interstate and blast around for 30-40 miles. Manual says wash parts in fresh gasoline so gave that a try and bike runs much better initially.

 

[Auggie_1970]

Just checked price on them , there about 6.50 each...So lets say I try and reuse them if they look good. What would be the symptoms on the bike if the old ones werent working correctly?

 

[maleko89]

Hard to say. Depends on where it's bad. Jetblock affect jetting everywhere. Get a price quote from Mondak. Probably cheaper there.