I'd like to point out that "blowing" back through those vent lines doesn't necessarily mean they are unrestricted. Air PRESSURE may be allowed through, but then outside ambient pressure (much lower than your airgun pressure) would still be restricted and not overcome the kink to vent the carb properly.
Maybe try pulling a bit of vacuum on those vent hoses to see just how unrestricted they are......??
Just a thought.........
i actually blew thru them with my lungs:biglaugh: that way i could tell if there were restrictions.
jason