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850 running rich

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Having now managed to fabricate a seal and seal the stock aircleaner box on my '85 850, the plugs are now fouled with carbon/soot, it's now obvious as to why she was such a bargain; the prospect of removing a bank of 4 carbs, and the latter refitting fills me with dread, maybe i should check the diaphragms and needle positions first??? All the inlet manifold rubbers are new, as are the hoses from the airbox, so it should be easier to refit, though i did struggle like a trooper with my gs 450, and she's a twin
 
All part of the learning curve. It does get easier the more you do it but still not one of the more pleasant tasks. Stick with it and good luck.
 
1st step is to confirm the air filter is not clogged, so you know you have enough air coming in.

Next, pulling the carbs is not that hard. New rubber boots should make it easy
 
Pulling the carbs is ok, but it's refitting the buggers that stresses me out, i'm glad to be reminded to do the easier things first, ie, check the filter element first, i'll pull the caps in situ and check the diaphragms/needles first, sods law, my harley wont start now😩
 
Pulling and replacing the carbs on a GS shaftie is pure cake. Easy-peasy. Ten minutes, tops.

Just do it...
 
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