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Old Aug 13, 2013 | 03:05 PM
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Does anyone have any pointers for adjusting the mixture on a Sporty without burning the hell out of their hands..? Or do I need to get one of those fancy right angled screwdriver thingys?
 
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Old Aug 13, 2013 | 03:42 PM
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What you need is the EZ-Just Mixture Screw. Just reach under the carb with your fingers to adjust.
 
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Think I'll get one of these, just need to find a supplier in the UK - think I can get the Yost one...
 
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What's wrong with a glove?! I've owned Harleys since the 70s and while I have only occasionally adjusted my carbs, I have never needed anything special. Jus' sayin'.

Ah, Hampshire - that explains everything.......
 
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What's wrong with a glove?! I've owned Harleys since the 70s and while I have only occasionally adjusted my carbs, I have never needed anything special. Jus' sayin'.

Ah, Hampshire - that explains everything.......
Nothing wrong with 'ampshire :-D

It's a tight old gap to A: find a screwdriver for and B: get my fingers in without frying them
 
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