Anytime you work on something keep it as simple as possible .And if you dont feel capable ,take the carbs off,and a repair shop could fix you up,it does not have to be a factory service center.As much as that goes there probally guys on here that would do it for you cheap. Your carbs are probally fine,maybe need cleaned inside.Its sound like your shee is low on compression,and might need rebuilt.Have someone do a compression test or buy a tester at the auto parts store.Or you might be able to rent one.Check for good spark also,hope you installed new spark plugs.The majority of the people use 32:1 I would say.Do not get the carb slides mixed up,or forget the rubber cross tube.