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carburetor problems
Just rebuilt a model 2100D motorcraft carb and now gas pours out the top. tried adjusting the float but that didn't help
 
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What do you mean by the "Top"?
 
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Assuming it is attached to truck? Have you checked the needle valve, is it hooked up right and seated correctly?
 
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the needle valve was the problem...Thanks
 
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