Yes. In my experience, at 2 to 2 1/2 turns out and a larger pilot - it works better. Then you can turn down idle (back it out) to improve separation of carb circuits.... The air screw will then have more effect - e.g. you will be able to fine tune - like a quarter turn will make a difference, etc.
If you are worried about losing idle screw - you could put a very small dab of low strength loctite on it's threads. Let it dry completely prior to installing.
jeff
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