I've dumped many gallons of water down carburetors since 1958 when I started rebuilding engines (at age 12). Haven't damaged one yet. "Your mileage may vary", as the old adage states!
Jerry

"It is better to be silent and be thought a fool than to speak and eliminate all doubt!" - Abraham Lincoln
Cringe and wail in fear, Eloi- - - - -we Morlocks are on the hunt!
There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. - Ernest Hemingway
Love your enemies and drive 'em nuts!