BuggyDepot.com Tech Center 2.0   Categories: All Articles [38] Maintenance & Troubleshooting [3] BDX Install Guides [13] GY6 Performance Advice [3] Service Manuals [1] How It Works! Writeups [5] General GY6 Information [5] Weaknesses & Fixes [1] Modification Ideas [0] BuggyDepot News   Current Status Of Ruckus Swap Kits [Update 8-16-11] Tuesday, August 16, 2011 Front Brake Kits For Yerf Dog GX150 Now Available! Sunday, March 6, 2011 New GY6 Race-built Engine Machining & Building Services! Saturday, January 22, 2011 Overhauled BD Technical Center Released! V2.0 Monday, February 22, 2010 BuggyDepot.com December 2009 Newsletter Wednesday, December 9, 2009 Please note...   Content is copyright © 2005 - 2012 Buggydepot.com POTENTIAL INTAKE LEAK. WATCH OUT! [12,229 views]   Look carefully for leaks in your intake! Potential Intake Leak. Watch Out! [12,229 views - 2 comments - Rating 4/5 ] Beware of cracks developing in the area shown in the picture. Dirt particles getting sucked into the engine through intake leaks can lead to worn piston rings pretty quick. If your airbox seal is cracking: First clean up the area from any dirt or dust. Grab a tube of epoxy and lay an even bead where the intake tube meets the airbox. Take your finger and smooth out the bead to reseal and reinforce the connection. Let it dry and your ready to ride. This article has been downloaded 12,229 times 2 comments about this article: Poster #1 [07/21/10] Rating 5/5 Nice hint!! Thanks!! Poster #2 [01/02/12] I would use (black preferably) silicone rather than something brittle. You can test for leaks around the intake box and manifold by spraying a little carb cleaner around those areas while at idle. If you have a leak the rpms will go up as the cleaner leaks in. DO NOT USE STARTING FLUID, its to harsh. If your upper manifold is leaking do not use a sealer just replace the manifold...Hope this helps someone. ; ) Write a comment: Rate this article (no comment needed) 5/5 - Extremely Helpful... 4/5 - Helped me, but not entirely clear... 3/5 - Needs more detail... 2/5 - Should be revised... 1/5 - Re-do this one... Please note: Our staff does not typically provide support in the comments section. For tech support or help with an order, please contact us or visit our online forum. Are you a human? Type "yes": You can rate this article without commenting... Just select your rating and leave the comments form blank!