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A couple other options for float bowl screw removal: Take a Dremel and cut slots in the screws, then use a flathead screwdriver to remove the ridiculously soft metal screws. You may have to cut a piece off of the idle adjustment bracket to get at one of the screws.  
A couple other options for float bowl screw removal: Take a Dremel and cut slots in the screws, then use a flathead screwdriver to remove the ridiculously soft metal screws. You may have to cut a piece off of the idle adjustment bracket to get at one of the screws.  


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Another, most likely easier, suggestion is to (carefully) put the carbs in a bench vice and remove the screws with an impact driver, BEFORE you strip them. Whatever you do, plan on replacing the float bowl screws.  
Another, most likely easier, suggestion is to (carefully) put the carbs in a bench vice and remove the screws with an impact driver, BEFORE you strip them. Whatever you do, plan on replacing the float bowl screws.