stromberg large 97 help

[jan bogert]

got two new 97's two years ago from one of the best. well today I went to start the car for the first time this year. the rear carb was pouring out gas, I took it off I believe the only thing to look at was the float needle and seat. thinking it was stuck. I hope so anyway, I didn't put it back on yet. my question is the leather excelerater pump, is there a special way to put it down in its opening when putting the carb top on? I sure don't want to damage it.