Lancer your input is always greatly appreciated knowing your experience with carbs. I will do as you mentioned regarding the pilot jet. I'm unsure of it's condition due to my lack of knowledge as to what I'm looking for exactly. I was originally going to go with 3 washers but I read here somewhere about complete removal close to sea level plus the smaller diameter #4 washers from the mechanic helped deter me also.
ralfyguy thanks for sharing your similar experience, a great help also. I was also thinking of dropping back to the 150 main just to see if it would help.
What's the quickest way to get the carb in and out for you guys? My K&N is getting pretty beat up from the squeezing and forcing! Thinking of pulling the battery box this time and lowering it down.
Jim, dasch, I'm hearing yas loud and clear. Total shot gun approach this round. Jumped right in with both feet, figured if I'm takin her down should take care of a few things all at the same time lol
Best way to learn though, the HARD WAY!!!!!
So next change will be add 2 more #4 washers to the needle, swap 152.5 main for 150, and go back to the 52.5 pilot, readjust mix screw and report back to you all. I plan to get the work done over the weekend and will reinstall early next week.
Thanks again everyone. Dont know what I'd do without this site and you fellow members.