Lamar, it's your call, but removing the carb for cleaning/inspection is generally not frowned on by an engine manf./dealer - as long as you feel comfortable doing something like that. If I were the tech taking your call at VV, you'd darn sure be safe with me! Very often a quick inspection like that can take care of a problem, saving me the shipping to/from, the hassle of handling the returned engine, and the required paper work...... -Al