Carburetor Question - Is this a good call?

So the carb looks like an updated 1850 although from the little bit of data on line, I can't see what the difference would be between your carb and an 1850. Both are essentially emissions carbs so the tune up should be very close for what you are doing, once you get that wacky adapter off there.

Now, on to the plugs to see what they are.

heh. adaptor will never go back on ever again.. it'll make good wall art.

Glad we could get to the bottom of it with you. That's what this site is all about...helping each other!

Thanks! Almost there for sure. And once i find and buy and install the new adaptor i'll do plugs and wires and a new fuel filter and update here