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Message started by justin_o_guy2 on 07/09/17 at 05:59:27

Title: Float levels
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 07/09/17 at 05:59:27

So much depends on it.
Working on a one barrel,
Question

What happens that changes that adjustment?

Title: Re: Float levels
Post by Dave on 07/09/17 at 08:00:29

I don't think there is much of anything that makes it change once set.

About the only thing that can change is the length of the tiny spring inside the needle.....or the rubber tip can get worn and should be replaced.

Title: Re: Float levels
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 07/09/17 at 08:08:19

I guess I'll see today.
Gas is not being shut off in the carb on a 61 Ford.

Title: Re: Float levels
Post by Ruttly on 07/09/17 at 10:03:30

Are you sure the float floats ? Old floats , brass develops tiny pinholes and plastic tiny cracks.
Only use gasoline for testing , fill a container deep enough to completely cover float, weight the float with just enough weight to keep it submerged, add extra gas to allow for evaporation and leave it , check it in 24 hours.
When restoring old carbs I will always replace the float if available .
I prefer the solid plastic floats they always float.
Jog make sure float bowl vent is clear and operational.

Title: Re: Float levels
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 07/09/17 at 10:31:29

Brass floats, felt empty when I took them out.
Seat and needle passed a quick inspection.
Problem
Wouldn't run without full choke.

Now it's spewing gas.

If I can't win, I'll come back..

Title: Re: Float levels
Post by Ruttly on 07/09/17 at 15:09:07

Plugged pilot circuit , how long since it ran before problem ?
I've had many ford six cylinder and rebuilt many carbs , they are as simple as it gets. You may need a carb kit (cheap) & new filter !
Don't be skeered , take it apart , blow it out , make sure you can see thru the jets , put it back together , take pics on disassembly & review on assembly , super easy , you can do it ! What size is engine ?

Title: Re: Float levels
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 07/09/17 at 15:32:15

Small six banger..

We found one passage plugged.
Float not level and needed adjusted.
We finally got it idling. Bogs immediately off idle.
The accelerator pump body is warped and I don't know if the Power Valve is good. Not real smooth action.

Title: Re: Float levels
Post by Ruttly on 07/09/17 at 17:17:13

Git a kit , sometimes you can flat file that warped housing. Good Luck