what would cause fuel to leak through the lower vent hose of a carburetor?? I assume it is the needle and seat, but am I right, or what else could it be?? I've noticed a puddle on the ground after letting my four wheeler sit overnight, tonight I shut the fuel off and will see in the morning if it is still leaking. thanks

 

by the way, this carb is on an 88 blaster, thanks again

 

Ain't likely the "needle," dondiesel8; float valve & seat, probably. If it leaks a little overnight; no biggie; just remember to shut off the tank petcock when you park it.

BTW, the leaking gas probably emerges from the dump tube (drain hose) instead of a "vent hose."


Tree Farmer

 

its your float valve level. the float is bent, i dont remember but bend it very little one way or another and try it, i saw somewhere how to maybe in tech connection.