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81 kz1000J base and head gasket
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28 Jun 2021 11:58 #850842
by jdvorchak
Don't fix it until it's broken.
John
83 KZ550M1
83 KZ1100LTD
Also own:
2010 Harley Ultra Classic Limited, 2008 Harley low rider 71 CB350/sidecar
81 kz1000J base and head gasket was created by jdvorchak
Well what a surprise. My son just dropped off the engine from his KZ1000J and told me I was going to fix the oil leak at the base gasket and head gasket. Aren't kids fun! Well the only problem I see is where to source the gaskets so it will actually stop seeping. I already plan to replace the studs with APE but finding a quality gasket set is eluding me.
Suggestions? Z1 is out of stock of OEM and no idea when they will have some. Also their web sight only lists one head gasket not the other?
Also spray the base gasket with copper coat yeah or nay? I've used Honda bond before with good results.
Thank you.
Suggestions? Z1 is out of stock of OEM and no idea when they will have some. Also their web sight only lists one head gasket not the other?
Also spray the base gasket with copper coat yeah or nay? I've used Honda bond before with good results.
Thank you.
Don't fix it until it's broken.
John
83 KZ550M1
83 KZ1100LTD
Also own:
2010 Harley Ultra Classic Limited, 2008 Harley low rider 71 CB350/sidecar
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28 Jun 2021 15:32 #850857
by hardrockminer
I have several restored bikes along with a 2006 Goldwing with a sidecar. My wife has a 2019 Suzuki DR 650 for on and off road.
Replied by hardrockminer on topic 81 kz1000J base and head gasket
I recommend OEM base and head gaskets. You should be able to buy them through Partzilla. I would not coat the base gasket.
I have several restored bikes along with a 2006 Goldwing with a sidecar. My wife has a 2019 Suzuki DR 650 for on and off road.
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