Johnson carb tweeking

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Put a "New" 8 hp carb on and want to know what adjustments need to be done to provide max power. No top end power as of now. I have adjusted the "Low" speed jet on the right side of the carb. Where exactly is the "High" speed adjust?
 

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Re: Johnson carb tweeking

Damn! I knew that was going to be the answer. Thought I was overlooking it.
 

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Re: Johnson carb tweeking

I think you need to look carefully at the parts lists for the 6 and 8 hp engines to see if there are any differences that you have overlooked.

I know I cannot realistically convert my older 6 into a 8 by swapping carbs. I forget all the reasons now but it was inlet manifold, leafplate related maybe even porting. I am not saying it was impossible just not worth it.

EDIT:

The cylinder and crankcase assemblies are different part numbers for the 6 & 8 so there is a fundamental difference there somewhere. For you to go through the whole parts list for that group and find the differences.
 
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