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1987 Dodge Ram Repair Question


Topics covered: Bubbles, Gas.
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Asked on March 31, 2012

1987 dodge ram w-100 5.2L v8 318 The carburetor keeps overflooding. Is that the float being stuck or needle?

Gas bubbles out the carb when it is cranked.
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Replied on March 31, 2012

yes or dirt on needle seat.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on March 31, 2012

How can i clean it or knock the dirt free? with a screw driver or hammer?

Tiny Response from mvp25_01
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Replied on March 31, 2012

sometimes tapping on carb will clear it but if say needle mechanism jammed or the float itself is bad because of leak and not working then disassembly will be required.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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