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  • Replaced gp1200 engine ....

    I recently bit the bullet and replaced my '97 yamaha gp1200 engine.

    My parts and engine came quick. I have to say I really haven't had any issue getting the things I needed in reasonable time frames and SBT accomodated my 1-day screw-up in returning my core.

    I also discovered SBT sells gaskets and other things that are significantly cheaper than OEM.

    Finally, this forum/site has been a real godsend for me. I've never replaced a whole engine before and I got answers to critical questions here sometimes within the hour.

    The only complaint I would have would be the torque specs on the SBT supplied directions. SBT supplies ft/lbs, and Yamaha specifies Nm -- if your torque wrench doesn't have both then your brain will need to use a little math to convert.

    Other than that I don't really have any serious complaints! I'm very happy that my '97gp is running again! Hopefully my carb-tuning is good and I'll never need to make good on the warranty!

    Thanks!
    James
    1997 gp1200
    2000 gp1200r

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    Re: Replaced gp1200 engine ....

    Just for clarification, the US OEM Service Manuals at least do supply Ft.-Lbs.

    Newton Meters is more a European spec, hardly used whatsoever in the US.
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      Re: Replaced gp1200 engine ....

      I was fortunate that a friend loaned me an awesome Snap-on torque wrench for my work ..... except for the fact it it only displayed Nm. I believe my gp service manual has both, but if I remember correctly all the exploded parts diagrams indicate Nm.

      In any case, it wasn't a big deal ... I still got it all together ;)
      James
      1997 gp1200
      2000 gp1200r

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        Re: Replaced gp1200 engine ....

        Nope, they all show both.
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          Re: Replaced gp1200 engine ....

          I stand corrected ... sorry! :o
          James
          1997 gp1200
          2000 gp1200r

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