onlyhomelites,
did u ever have a problem with the blade continuing to turn when you let go of the throttle? any ideas on how to adjust the idle speed? i'll try that first.
thanks,
john
3 screws for carb adjustment, idle is the big aluminum one. A lean low speed setting (one of the two smaller screws) will also make idle high. Do a search here on how to adjust carbs.
If it is not the carb, check the clutch. Debris can make it stick as can weak/broken springs.