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Sep 8, 2013 | 08:26 PM

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Gunslingertom

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Junk in the float valve (needle and seat). Also check to make sure the overflow tube isn't cracked. A long shot I know, but it happened to a vintage Jap bike I had. One of the carbs drained even after numerous rebuilds. Frustrated the heck out of me. Then someone that runs a bike graveyard said to check the tube. Sure enough, it was cracked from top to bottom. Good news was that it's brass, so it was easy to fix with a little solder.

Sep 8, 2013 | 10:20 PM

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cowboy 51

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to check the pet **** pull the gas line off ,& make sure you have the valve shut off if it leaks from there , about $25 from HD for new fuel valve aka pet ****

Sep 10, 2013 | 12:48 AM

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Po2387

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So I took the fuel valve apart after we drained the gas tank and I am sure hoping I found the reason fuel was still getting to the carb even when it was turned off. The three hole gasket that goes in the petcock was pretty tore up and I do not think it was creating a seal. So a new one is on its way and we shall see if that does it. Thanks for all the feedback guys

Sep 10, 2013 | 12:58 AM

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Spanners39

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Originally Posted by Po2387

Carby still shouldn't leak even if the gas is still flowing so it would be a good idea to double check the needle seat and float height.

Sep 10, 2013 | 10:36 PM

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Gunslingertom

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Carby still shouldn't leak even if the gas is still flowing so it would be a good idea to double check the needle seat and float height.

Ditto. I never turn my petcock off.

Sep 11, 2013 | 08:12 PM

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machinehed

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Originally Posted by Spanners39

Carby still shouldn't leak even if the gas is still flowing so it would be a good idea to double check the needle seat and float height.

Ditto Spanners .,

1) rebuild the worn fuel tank valve you have described .
2) recheck the float to ensure it is actually installed upside down ???
3) rebuild the carb. with a rebuild kit that includes a new fuel inlet pintle valve or replacement seal for this valve and also a replacement throttle pump diaphram. Purchase a complete rebuild kit to ensure all of the above are included and not sold seperately. See CV carb. kits .
4) replace the overflow hose shown in your pic. as they will crack over time and leak onto your motor .
If you need help , we are here .

Sep 12, 2013 | 07:51 PM

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Thank you for all the help so far I will get started on the checklist until I get this shi* figured out. Chances are I will be back for more help too

Sep 14, 2013 | 01:54 PM

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Well I put it all back together with a new gasket in the fuel valve and not one leak. I am still going to do the rebuild kit on the carb just so I know its all new, when it comes in the mail. Thanks again guys ride safe