fj1100 setting needle pins

[magnumsfj]

So glad to find this site! Bought a 84 fj1100 a few weeks ago and am cleaning the lower bowls hoping it helps my carberator problems. I looked at some of the other postings and found where to set the needle pins but did not understand the terminoligy. What does " needle settings would be 2/3rd clip slot from the top " mean exactly? Also I am considering buying some carbs that are dialed in and ready to go, can you tell me where to look for something like that? Thanks Magnumsfj

[Arnie]

They are talking about where the clip is set on the slide needle.  In most markets the slide needle has 5 grooves you can choose from to determine midrange mixture strength.  Due to EPA regulations, many years of FJ sold in the US have only a single groove.

In the "FJ Parts / Service Vendors & Discounts" section you'll find RPM and Weymouth399.  Both have offered new carb sets in the past and probably still do.

Arnie

[FJmonkey]

Welcome Magnumsfj, post up pics when you can, is this your first bike or first FJ?

[SlowOldGuy]

Due to EPA regulations, ALL years of FJ sold in the US have only a single groove.

Fixed that for you Arnie.

DavidR.

[Arnie]

Thanks Dave.  I guess we've already discussed your OCD, huh? :-)

Arnie