Why is gas leaking from the bottom of the carburetor?
Using the handle end of a screw driver, gently tap the bottom of the carburetor bowl a few times. (We are trying to move the float if it is stuck.) If the above steps do not solve the problem, there is probably dirt in the carburetor needle and seat system.
Where is the gas cap on a carburetor?
Make sure the gas line is hooked up correctly to the carburetor. The gas line needs to be placed on the brass nipple on the side of the carburetor. The nipple is located on the left side (driver side) of the carburetor. Remove the gas cap to see if that fixes the problem.
What to do if your carburetor float is stuck?
If you find a split in the gas line you will need to replace it with 3/16″ gas vinyl line. You can pick that up at the local auto parts store. Next, determine if the carburetor float is stuck. Using the handle end of a screw driver, gently tap the bottom of the carburetor bowl a few times.
How do you drain gas from the bottom of a carburetor?
On the very bottom of the carburetor bowl there will be a small brass cover screw, using a flat screw driver, open this screw and allow all gas to drain from the carburetor system. Next, close the screw and reinstall the fuel line.
Using the handle end of a screw driver, gently tap the bottom of the carburetor bowl a few times. (We are trying to move the float if it is stuck.) If the above steps do not solve the problem, there is probably dirt in the carburetor needle and seat system.
Make sure the gas line is hooked up correctly to the carburetor. The gas line needs to be placed on the brass nipple on the side of the carburetor. The nipple is located on the left side (driver side) of the carburetor. Remove the gas cap to see if that fixes the problem.
On the very bottom of the carburetor bowl there will be a small brass cover screw, using a flat screw driver, open this screw and allow all gas to drain from the carburetor system. Next, close the screw and reinstall the fuel line.
If you find a split in the gas line you will need to replace it with 3/16″ gas vinyl line. You can pick that up at the local auto parts store. Next, determine if the carburetor float is stuck. Using the handle end of a screw driver, gently tap the bottom of the carburetor bowl a few times.