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06-03-2015, 09:13 AM | #1 |
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carburetor leaks help
We took three different carburetors off the shelf that had been "rebuilt". All three flooded over when we turn the fuel valve on. Checked the floats, there ok. Main jet and cap jet at narrow part of venture. What else do I check for? Thanks
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06-03-2015, 09:14 AM | #2 |
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Re: carburetor leaks help
Forgot, new needle and seat in each one.
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06-03-2015, 09:22 AM | #3 |
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Re: carburetor leaks help
are these zeniths? what kind of float valves are you using? vitron, double ball valves, steel on steel?
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06-03-2015, 09:22 AM | #4 |
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Re: carburetor leaks help
Maybe need to adjust the float level by placing spacer washer(s) under the float valve.
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06-03-2015, 09:24 AM | #5 |
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Re: carburetor leaks help
Are the float valves rubber or brass?
Either one, you may want to burnish or lap the needle against the seat. Does the seat have a gasket and is the seat tight? Float level should be 5/8" down from top of float bowl.
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06-03-2015, 09:26 AM | #6 |
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06-03-2015, 09:29 AM | #7 |
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Re: carburetor leaks help
With the top of the carb upside down I set the float at 1/2" from carb surface to top of float seam ( that's the top when carb is in correct upright position)
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06-03-2015, 09:31 AM | #8 |
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Re: carburetor leaks help
What do you all believe is the best float seat to use?
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06-03-2015, 11:17 AM | #9 |
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Re: carburetor leaks help
I've had zero problems in over 10 years of using my original steel and brass needle and seat, after I polished them with toothpaste. After polishing them, I gave the needle a very light tap with a small hammer to help it seat with a good seal.
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