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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 07:54 PM
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I've noticed that my idle is down 100 rpms to 900 rpms. Also my carb is off just a tad. I can feel it and hear it.
Is there a on-line book that I can go to to teach me how to adjust the carb ? ...or can someone here give me some pointers ?

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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 07:58 PM
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Here is a reference that covers the basics. http://www.harley-performance.com/ha...arburetor.html
 
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 08:12 PM
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sweet ! thanxs blkbagger !
 
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Old Sep 7, 2010 | 07:35 AM
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One of the most important things to remember when ajusting a carb, Is make sure your bike is up to operating temp. Just don't start it it and warm it up. I take mine out and ride it and find a safe spot along side the road to ajust the idle and air fuel mixture screw. Your idle has to be rite before you can adjust afm screw.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2010 | 08:43 AM
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Sounds like you may have something stuck in the idle jet. Happened to me once and just had to pull it out and give it a good cleanin then blow it out till you can see light thru it and no obstructions.
 
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