Re: Johnson TD-20: Looking for some input…

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quote aquasonic:

With the original cork floats, the top of the float should be even with the groove in the brass float needle. The retainer clip fits into the groove and the tiny brass wood screw then keeps it in place at the correct level.

I’m not sure about the retrofit Merc floats, but I would think it should be at the same height?

I think I’m good there. The Merc float was close to the same height as the original cork float including the little plastic piece sticking out that retained the spring. (although it was a little shrunken and distorted). I have the original retaining clip tight up against that plastic nipple holding the needle in the original detent. The float/needle seem to be working fine. I think I snapped a quick pic if it would help anyone in the future, I can probably post.

Anyone happen to know any carb adjustment starting points? Spark seems good but I have not yet adjusted points and should probably do so when I get a chance. I assume the float leaking when depressed probably won’t affect "tuning" much?