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Old 04-15-2016, 09:48 PM
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Originally Posted by lneil06 View Post
Tonight I checked the float height, spot on at 6.5mm, so I don't think it's that, but was hoping. I also checked the reeds, they are in exceptionl shape.

I'll try the 178 main and 40 pilot tomorrow.
I usually lower the float out to 7-7.5mm to compensate for the forward lean of the carb.. Haven't experienced any issues running the bowl dry at these levels, and its also a common thing to do with the other brands running these carbs.

Your poor economy is coming from the needle. As an interim which should offer some benefit, you could lift the needle clip up to position 2, however the real gains will come with a different taper profile.
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