Originally posted by R Pope
Sure, go for it, thats how you learn! One caution--don't overtighten the four screws on each float bowl, you can warp the carb body and cause all kinds of problems. It can be filed flat again, but better not to do it in the first place. You should check the body with a straightedge when its apart anyway.
Also don't overtighten the four small screws that secure the accelerator pump housing. They strip very easily and will cause more grief than overtightening the float bowl screws.