Recent content by Angelo

Got a different float and problem solved

I cant see what the needle sets against but I think it just seals against brass, its a one peice brass needle and seat that threads into the carb.

I am having a lot of difficulty seting the float. No matter what the carb overflows. I have removed the bowl with the carb on the car, turned on the fuel with my thumb pushing the needle into the seat and the fuel stops. I have checked the float for leaks and it checks ok. I believe that I am...

Does anyone have an exploded diagram for a Tillotson F-1B?

The needle and seat are new and I'm pretty sure the float is set right. Also the fuel appears to be bubbling out the vent. If the float was set wrong wouldn't it leak any time the gas valve is turned on?

Is there supposed to be a gasket between the exhaust and intake manifold to prevent heat transfer?

I am currently trying to figure out a carburetor problem on a 29 town sedan. The carb does not leak at all cold, but as soon as you drive it, it starts acting up. it seem to run way too rich, not wanting to idle, and stalls if you dont have the idle lever turned up. When I shut the car off there...