A couple 'newbie' carb questions

[jtjastal]

First let me say what a great website this is! I have a couple questions I haven't found on any threads yet. I have an '83 GS550L which starts but won't idle. I adjusted the valves, tore apart the carb, and I am in the process of doing the carb dip. My Haynes manual shows a small fuel strainer attached to the bottom of the needle jet seat. My carbs did not have the strainers in them when I took them apart. I ordered some, but I am wondering if someone took them out for a reason (ie. clogging all the time). Should I put new ones back in, or leave them out??
My next question involves replacing all the exterior carb screws with stainless allen head screws. The phillips screws were a bear to get out, so I figured allen screws would be better. This seems like a 'no-brainer' but, are there any potential problems that could arise from putting stainless screws on the exterior of the carbs?
Thanks in advanced for any input!

[Guest]

Before buying inlet valve screens make sure the ones you have aren't aftermarket.
Post a pic
I have a bunch of those screens I would of sent you.
SS allen bolts are a great idea. Use anti-seize on them so they don't react with the aluminum.

[jtjastal]

I ordered the strainers from Babbits so they should be OEM parts. I will install them when I get 'em. Thanks for the reply!

[Guest]

I meant the float seat itself was stock.

[jtjastal]

I ordered new seats and needles as well, just to be safe. I wish I would have waited, and tried to find some on this site. Babbit's seems a little pricey. $$ Thanks again....