Overflowing carb @ slow idle

[todgil]

I have a 1979 5hp suzuki spirit.<br />The motor starts good and runs for a while,then the carb starts overflowing with gas.I checked the gasket and replaced it.<br />I was wondering if the float is set to high.<br />Any ideas?<br />Thanks <br />I am also looking for a carb kit.<br />Does anybody know of a good site to buy buy parts from.

 

[rodbolt]

Re: Overflowing carb @ slow idle

I would guess the needle valve tip or the seat has some debris. floats dont reset themselves. this is usually a problem that occurs after sitting.<br /> good luck and keep posting

 

[jim dozier]

Re: Overflowing carb @ slow idle

A good source for online parts is www.brownspoint.com you can also download an exploded parts diagram. Sounds like your carb needs to come off and get a new float valve. Make sure the float is still "floating" too.

 

[todgil]

Re: Overflowing carb @ slow idle

Thanks fellow boaters.<br />I found the float was adjusted to high.<br />After adjusting it the motor ran fine.<br />I guess the guy I bought it from had problems too.<br />But just put up with it.<br />Thanks for info.