Jet needle question

[stockGS]

I have stock BS32 carbs on my 82 GS850G and I have a question about lowering the jet needle. I do not have the adjustable needles and needed to know if putting washers under the spacer and above the retaining clip would lower (i.e. lean out) the carbs?

Also, I read that adding or subtracting two washers would raise, or lower, the needle one space when compared to the adjustable needle. Is that about right?

I am planning on buying the kit with adjustable needles, but wanted to test my midrange before I do.

Thanks

[BassCliff]

Hi,

I found this on some guy's website.

Shimming The Needle

Adjust the thickness of the nylon spacer (using washers?) to raise or lower the needle.

For pictures, look on pages 63-64 of this guide: Mikuni BS(CV) Carburetor Rebuild Tutorial

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[chef1366]

Replace the plastic spacer with less heighth of washers.
I get them at radio shack in a small assortment of washers.

[stockGS]

Thank you both!

I will hit up the nearest Radio Shack and find those washers