The Ford Barn - View Single Post

Patrick L. · 08-12-2010, 08:26 AM

I don't know about the F-1B, but, I think all Tillotson floats are the same.. The only info I've found for the float height is 1" [ top base with no gasket to top of float], but, mine run better at 3/4".. As far as the leak goes, they tend to do that.. Look at the float arm for a little dimple where the needle makes contact , sand/emery the arm till the dimple disappears.. See if that helps..Which needle do you have[solid or rubber]?? 'They' claim that the newer viton tip needle is less likely to leak..

08-12-2010, 08:26 AM	#2
Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Re: Still More Carburetor Questions I don't know about the F-1B, but, I think all Tillotson floats are the same.. The only info I've found for the float height is 1" [ top base with no gasket to top of float], but, mine run better at 3/4".. As far as the leak goes, they tend to do that.. Look at the float arm for a little dimple where the needle makes contact , sand/emery the arm till the dimple disappears.. See if that helps..Which needle do you have[solid or rubber]?? 'They' claim that the newer viton tip needle is less likely to leak..