The MAGA scum represent a small portion of the U.S. citizens. I stated earlier that only about 1/3 of the population voted making it only about 15-20% that voted for Turnip. I think one can feel fairly safe going south. Yes, caution, but without trepidation.
It also depends on the make and the configuration. My info is old like me, but the Carter thermoquad as example had relatively small primaries and huge secondaries. Some holley carbs have close to 50 / 50 if memory serves. The thermo quad had a plastic bowl to keep heat down etc.
I agree somewhat, but lets keep it civil.
I also prefer to pay cash. I like to play safe. I don't care if I'm missing out. I sleep comfortably at night.