H35 Carb problem

[Kbourne]

I've got a 70's H35 that runs and idles good. Just tuned up and rebuilt carb. The problem is that when not running, gas will run out of the back of the carb. The cheap fix has been a gas shutoff valve at the tank. My guess is something not seated correctly and allowing gas to push by in the carb. Any thoughts on this? Also, I'm not really using this engine and may try to sell. What would be a fair asking price? Other than the carb issue it's in good condition, compression, new points condenser, plug, carb gasket kit, replaced gov shaft and linkages. Thanks.

 

[murrayeliminator]

sound like your float needle is worn out, or has something in it.

 

[buckeye]

Agree with above.

 

[jrzmac]

9 times outta 10, it's the needle and seat. about a $3.00 fix. just replace them both. heres the kit:

22-12263 - Tecumseh 631021B Inlet Needle Kit | MFG Supply

 

[Kbourne]

Thanks of the input. I'll give it a try. Any ideas on what an engine like this should sell for?

 

[buckeye]

Buck three eighty five. They are priceless.

 

[Kbourne]

All right, now I'm confused. I do live south of the Mason Dixon line but obviously not far enough south. :laugh: Buck three eighty five? Is that $3.85 or $1.385 (like at the gas station)?

 

[buckeye]

Depends on whose buying.

 

[jrzmac]

Thanks of the input. I'll give it a try. Any ideas on what an engine like this should sell for?

maybe, $20.00? :shrug:

 

[Kbourne]

I guess I'll shelve this one for now. It'll be worth a fortune when I'm gone and my kids can become rich off of it... I'm filling a lot of shelves.

 

[will72rupp1]

check the float it may have fuel inside of it.. shake it next to your ear..