1982 GL1100A Need lots of TLC

[dubepj]

just bought a 1982 GL1100 A. Timing belts were replaced Dec. 1996, Bike had about 30000 Kms at that time. Now has about 75000 KMS. Took cover off to have a look. they look good. no cracks. Should I replace them?

[Rambozo]

YES!!!
Years do as much or more damage than miles to rubber parts.

[dubepj]

Got the old girl running. seems to run fine'
Did the following. Fork seals, Timing belts, New coolant, New oil & filter, New final drive oil, rebuilt both master cylinders and 3 calipers, New DOT 3 Brake fluid, Bled Brakes, new plugs,, Rebuilt the carbs. One jet in each carb plunged solid.
What am I forgetting??
Tomorrow first test ride.

[Overdog]

Eliminate the plug next to the battery where the three yellow wires from the stator connect. Eventually the plug overheats and melts and can kill your stator

[Rednaxs60]

Stator plug by the battery can be replaced. Go to a marine chandlery, get a high amp 3 prong marine connector and install. These OEM connectors failed because of lack of maintenance, collected a lot of crud/crap, and when this happens they do overheat and fail. Kept clean and free of crud/crap, last a very long time, and will outlast yourself.

[dubepj]

Yes the 3 wire plug has one prong burnt off. cut and soldered all 3 wires. Charges good now.