I think your comment on moving the float up and down before re-installation has merit and I am pretty sure because of the design of this carby I failed to complete this step, meaning the float is in the bowl prior to re-installation unlike most carby�s which you attach the float to the carby and complete the instalation off with the bowl and jet nut.
I agree with you the mower needs to be thoroughly tested before it goes to a new home. I very rarely get complaints about the equipment I fix as a hobby and I don�t plan on getting a complaint from this mower that�s for sure.
Late night the mower started first pull from cold (no coughing or chugging) and ran very nicely. The idle was smooth and at full speed the mower sounded pretty sweet. As discussed with Theo before these are great units when they are set right,
I will give the mower another couple of tests from cold over the weekend before it goes off to a new home. Not one of the ultima�s have caused me any problems in the past and I suspect this one wont either. Most people just wont take the time to get them right. Personally I think they have more power and run smoother than most quantums of the same era.
Things are still looking up despite the list of repairs:
New Blades
New Air Filter
Refurb carb including new o rings and seat
New Pull rope
Second hand ignition coil � the old one was dead!
It will still be done for under $50 including the cost of the mower so as far as Im concerned it was worth the time.
