Order a new carburetor or keep messing around ?

[JDK]

I'm just really tired of taking the carburetor on and off the engine, it seems to want to run but is flooding real bad killing it off, I just messed with the float yesterday and it seemed to be working but it's still flooding after 10 seconds running, just wanted to ask you guys if I missed something before I call Don and order a new carburetor......i'v been stuck anchored off, I'd like to get my show underway again , greetings from the Gulf of Mexico right off the beach at Estero Island....

[JDK]

Oh and to clarify, this carb was sunken once and sat around full of rusty rainwater and was a miracle that it ran in the first place after being cleaned up, i'v had issues on and off for a year now, in between she's ran like a charm so I'm fairly sure it's not the engine mechanicals at all, I'm thinking bolt a nice new carb on there she'll run like a charm again....

[edwardc]

Check that the float body isn't partially filled with gas. This gives it less buoyancy, and it doesnt have enough force to close the needle valve.

There are two checks to perform. One is to balance the float on a knife edge to see that the left and right sides are equal. The other is to just shake it close to your ear and listen for a sloshing noise.

Saltwater can form a tiny pinhole in the float and cause it to slowly take on gas over time.

[ndutton]

My opinion is if the budget allows, get the new carb. You've earned it.

[Dave Neptune]

What is the setting of the "float level"? Did you "closely" inspect the needle and the seat?
The above and what Edward posted are likely scenarios.

Also be sure the halves are "actually sealing" the vent well in the middle of the bowl. Unless this is "sealed" the carb will not meter properly.

Good luck.

Don't know of your budget but if you do go for a new carb do place a polishing filter in front of it. And be aware that when removing the fuel lines that you do not "peel" any of the inside of the hose loose only to plug the carb. A good idea is to always plumb the carb hose with loops so you can just cut off then remove so you have fresh ends and no bits of hose to get into the carb when doing maintenance or repairs.

Dave Neptune

[ndutton]

I prefer flare fittings for the carburetor fuel connection for that exact reason.

[Marty Levenson]

Both

Budget permitting I would order a new carb AND keep messing around. When you get the old carb running right use it as a spare.

[tac]

If you mean by “flooding” that fuel is pooling in the intake and maybe spilling out the flame arrester, then I agree especially with Dave Neptune’s post above concerning mating of the carb upper and lower halves. See Don’s explanation of why this happens, and the fix, here:

https://moyermarine.com/techtip001/

If you do a search through Dave Neptune’s posts you’ll also find his suggestions on flattening the mating surfaces. It’s an easy fix and worked for me.

[JDK]

I decided to just order a new one and some plugs, I guess I'll be called back on Monday....hope it comes quickly so I can get back inland, it's almost marina season....

[JDK]

I decided to just order a new one and some plugs, I guess I'll be called back on Monday....hope it comes quickly so I can get back inland, it's almost marina season....that's interesting info on the carburator housings.....sounds like I'll definitely be better off with a shiny new one to get me going.....

[JOHN COOKSON]

A fuel pressure gauge is a great addition. It is much easier to install a fuel pressure gauge and a polishing filter at the same time rather than install each one separately.

TRUE GRIT

[JDK]

There are 3 fuel filters including a Racor so I'm good.....

[joe_db]

What is the setting of the "float level"? Did you "closely" inspect the needle and the seat?
The above and what Edward posted are likely scenarios.

Also be sure the halves are "actually sealing" the vent well in the middle of the bowl. Unless this is "sealed" the carb will not meter properly.

Good luck.

Don't know of your budget but if you do go for a new carb do place a polishing filter in front of it. And be aware that when removing the fuel lines that you do not "peel" any of the inside of the hose loose only to plug the carb. A good idea is to always plumb the carb hose with loops so you can just cut off then remove so you have fresh ends and no bits of hose to get into the carb when doing maintenance or repairs.

Dave Neptune

This X 100!
I use the polishing filter as the disconnect point so any bits of rubber end up caught in the filter and not in the carb.
If you can afford it, you really might want to get a new one. I did and lived happily ever after

[JOHN COOKSON]

I'm Happy Too

This X 100!
I use the polishing filter as the disconnect point so any bits of rubber end up caught in the filter and not in the carb.
If you can afford it, you really might want to get a new one. I did and lived happily ever after

Ever since I installed a polishing filter I have not had to so much as even touch the carburetor.
Had to change the filter once but that only means it is doing it's job.
Highly recommended.

TRUE GRIT

[JDK]

Order is away, hopefully I get it before the weekend.....