Originally Posted by grizz1

+1 It would certainly make explaining things on here a lot easier if everyone is reading from the same page.

Those who do struggle (which they shouldn't if they follow the recommendations properly), can still use the shorter needle to no ill effect.

Going on our experiance here, I would have the long needle fitted in the imported motors and offer the shorter needle as an after market option.
I think once customers use the long needle carb, they will be sold on it's smooth performance, and ease of tuning once they have the hang of it.