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Old 01-24-2013, 11:55 AM   #8
Purdy Swoft
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Default Re: leaking carb.

It could be caused by a repro main or cap jet that is too short. I use original numbered jets. It could be caused by too many gaskets-washers under the main jet. Too many gaskets under the main jet lowers the jet below the level of the gas in the float bowl in the carb. If the main jet sits too low it will continue to drip gas. I avoid the viton tipped needle valve because todays fuel can cause the viton tip to stick shut.
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