Carb float adjust

Hi Folks,

Need some advice WRT setting the float level for my '84 VF700 carbs. I have a Motion Pro level gauge to make things a bit easier/more accurate (I hope).

Here's my issue. I'm supposed to set the float level to 7mm when the needle is just seated. But my needle has this itty bitty plunger that continues to push in after the needle itself seats. So, is the 7mm set with the needle seated but its plunger not depressed, or with the needle seated and the plunger depressed?

Any info appreciated,
Thx,
Anders

 

the 7mm is when float tang JUST CONTACTS lightly, not depresses the plunger.

 

Thanx, that's what I'll go for :^).

 

Homemade float height gauge....

Using a credit card:

 

Well, yeah, that would've been less expensive ... :^) ... but according to other threads on this group, you're apparently 'nuts', so I can't be certain that your homemade tool isn't a figment of your imagination ... ;^)

 

not nuts, just mention truths others can't understand...

Cutting up a credit card like that could save you hundred$$$$$$$$$$$