.... to all of you that made the effort to advise me on my problem Re: Fuel Problem message posted to this group. Many thanks for making the effort to reply either via the group or via e-mail. The problem was quickly sorted after tapping the carb bowl a few sharp times using the shaft of my hammer. Your help and expert advise is greatly appreciated. Hopefully, should I need to post another message requesting help it will be treated with as much friendliness and expertise as this problem was. You are all to be commended in your prompt helpful replies. kindest regards J. (remove YOUR PANTS to reply by e-mail.)