Riding my 2007 polaris hawkeye 300 4x4 today and the engine gave out. While i was troubleshooting the issue i noticed fuel leaking from the long tube coming straight off the carb. Your carburetor may be spitting out gas due to a clogged fuel line or a stuck float valve When your carburetor starts spitting out gas, it can be a frustrating and potentially dangerous issue. A carburetor leaking fuel can be a headache, but understanding its inner workings and following these steps can help you resolve the issue Another cause of a gas leak is a sticking float inside the carburetor bowl
This forces gas out of the sides of the bowl If gasoline is dripping in the throat of the carburetor, the problem is most likely a ball check valve inside the carburetor body In most cases, rebuilding the carburetor can repair a carburetor leaking gas. If your carburetor is leaking gas from the air intake, it could be due to a number of different issues Additionally, the rubber seals on some carburetors may have deteriorated over time and need to be replaced.
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