While you got the carb off check the intake (rubber) boot is not perished & your seals are good.
I still have a full carby ''kit'' here....All genuine YAMAHA PARTS. It cost me $68.26 shipped from the US. You can have it for $70.00 if you like (mates rates). (up to you)
Thanks for letting me know i may change that on the carby thread.
Yeah it may be running rich from the needle being blunt.
Also good to give it a good soak overnight in clean petrol if you think it's that bad. Remember: An air compressor is your friend
If it's worn it will be a little blunt & not have a conical point (if you know what i mean). This can be hard to tell unless you know what to look for.
It's no trouble for me to send the needle set. Call it a swap for the stickers
I will also send you my #147 jet (to be sure)
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Jarrah.
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