My methodology is a bit different than most.
I don't just start throwing parts at an issue, that usually causes more headaches than it addresses.
Also.... I'm not so sure that there actually IS a problem.
FWIW: If I had to guess, I'd say that the 78/79 springs are stiffer than the earlier ones.
Due to there being a higher velocity of air being drawn thru the 1mm. smaller bore carbs.