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Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 7:58 pm
by Suzukidave
You can make up a puller plate that has L pieces mounted to both sides above the intakes and exhaust openings . Use the intake and exhaust openings to hold the plate down and use the pusher bolts as normal . First you need to pound the cylinder back down as if its cocked on the studs it will not come off .

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 9:42 pm
by dnaj11
That's an interesting thought. But I was also thinking about mounting a piece of angle iron on the exhaust and intake studs, using a hammer drill or air hammer against that to run. The cylinder either up or down. That bit adapter that Jeff used on his hammer drill looked really weird, not real sure what that was, but if I can find the adapter, it's worth a shot to try it.

Hey, I see you are in Lancaster. You're almost a neighbor. I live about 12 miles east of Hamburg, Pa, not far from Cabellas there.

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Fri Dec 04, 2015 5:42 am
by Suzukidave
Yep .. just a bit south of ya .

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Fri Dec 04, 2015 10:08 am
by dnaj11
Well the hammer drill did not work worth a darn. Couldn't even hammer the right side back to its original place, which I did the old fashioned way with a hammer and a 2x4. It's level again, so at least one side moves. Anyone have puller plate I can borrow. Guessing I can make the L brackets, or I will try more of the old fashioned way, turn the bike upside down/sideways and hammer with a board.

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2016 12:41 pm
by jeff kushner
The adapter was a hilti bit adapter for the Black and Decker hammer drill. My GT750 was the ONLY time it didn't work but after breaking the block loose with the plate method, then having to continue to use the plate until the block was nearly all the way off, I understand now how tough they are to remove!!

If you don't mind a little drive, I have the plate/bolts/nuts that you could borrow to get it off. I'm near Annapolis and could meet you halfway to save you some driving.

PM me and let me know...and leave me your cell and I'll leave you mine.

jeff

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2016 12:41 pm
by smoketriples
Anyone selling a puller plate? I purely suck at drill and tap. I can take the instructions and pictures to a machine shop but I'd rather just buy one someone has used and doesn't need now. -Eric

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Tue Mar 14, 2017 10:58 am
by GTandcbr
Scammer....DONT CLICK!

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Tue Mar 14, 2017 6:33 pm
by oldjapanesebikes
GTandcbr wrote:Scammer....DONT CLICK!
I've deleted the post - thanks for flagging it ! 8)

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Sat May 13, 2017 5:22 pm
by RoyalViking
I'm about to disassemble my engine. I'm not sure if I need the plate. What is the best way to get the head off and then the barrel?

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Sun May 14, 2017 3:36 pm
by Suzsmokeyallan
If the engine has never been apart or its left out in the weather you will most likely need a puller plate. Remove the head bolts first and look to see how dry and rusty down in the 11 stud holes are.

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Sun May 14, 2017 7:50 pm
by RoyalViking
The engine was assembled from a basket case in 2010. It is used in an A modified autocross chassis with a Comet CVT clutch. I ran it for one race and haven't run it since. It has been stored indoors since it was assembled.

Since it was apart when I bought it I have no idea how much effort it will take to get the head loose from the cylinder (I am thinking I can start with a puddy knife and break it lose). I want to be sure of how to go at it before I ruin the gasket surfaces.

Do I need to get a 2x4 and smack it with a hammer to get the barrels to loosen?

I've worked on air cooled 4 stroke engines and things usually came lose pretty easy.

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Sun May 14, 2017 8:30 pm
by Suzukidave
After seeing your comment that the engine was apart in 2010 it just may come apart a bit easier than we first feared . Your thought of the 2x4 and a bfh just may get the cylinder loose :up: . If you could post up a picture of what your setup is would be interesting .

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Mon Jul 03, 2017 11:19 pm
by RoyalViking
I was able to get the cylinders off the case. One stud had started to rust enough to hold things in place. I started with a puddy knife around the base gasket and worked side to side. The right side move easily once enough of the gasket seal was broken. The stud that resisted was nearest to the starter on the right. Then I stacked two puddy knives once I had a large enough gap. I just kept wedging whatever I had on hand until it raised enough to break free (along with a decent hammer and a 2x4).

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Sat Aug 19, 2017 1:24 am
by alberaotey
Removing GT 750 Cylinder Barrels is easy and Suzuki bike makes it even more easier.

Re: Removing GT750 cylinder barrels

Posted: Sat Aug 19, 2017 7:53 am
by Suzukidave
alberaotey wrote:Removing GT 750 Cylinder Barrels is easy and Suzuki bike makes it even more easier.
There are a few on this list that may disagree with that comment :shock: