>> I have redone the reed block mod and insured that the reeds do not show any air gaps when wet. They are slightly bowed, but do not show any air gaps. I also soldered the hole in the choke plate closed. The plane sat for almost 3 weeks without running. When I took it out last week, it pulled fuel and popped with the choke closed after 7 flips and started after another 7 flips with the choke off. Low end was very good, transition and mid range are improved so I conclude that the Bowman Ring, Reed Block mod and closing choke hole made this DLE 30 much easier to start and it runs better on low, mid range, and full throttle. Well worth the effort IMO. >>>

Here's a post from Flying Giants that I borrowed. Hope that's legal!