AboutJohn C. Bridgers Sr. Expertise Small Engine Service Center Co-Owner - ATVs, Mowers, Trimmers, Snow throwers, and Many Other Small Engine Operated Equipment. I can answer questions pertaining to Most Lawn and Garden Equipment, e.g. riders, tillers, trimmers, cement mixers, chainsaws, etc. I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.
Experience
Past/Present clients I have worked on small air/water cooled engines for 34 Years. I performed warranty work for Lowes of Wilson and other retailers in the area. I Own a Yard Maintenance and Certified Small Engine Repair Service Center.
Question My Honda GCV160 leaks fuel from the choke-side of the carburetor and into the air cleaner assembly after the engine is shut off. Usually it will slowly drain the entire fuel tank doing this. It starts coming out several minutes after engine is off. I completely disassembled the carburetor, cleaned and reassembled with new gaskets and also installed new fuel hoses. Engine started on first pull and ran fine for at least 30 minutes. I shut it off and came back later to once again find fuel lying in the carburetor and dripping out of the air cleaner. Any idea what could cause this? Thanks!
Answer Hello Bryan:
This has Become a Common Problem. The Carburetor Needle Valve is Not Stopping the Gas Flow to the Carburetor. Install a Manual Shut Off Valve in the Gas Line and Turn the Gas Off Manually when the Mower is Not in Use. I have Replaced the Needle Valves and Seats on Several Carburetors and the Problem Returns Usually Within a Few Months. The Manual Cut Off Valve is the Only Solution I have Found as of yet that Corrects the Problem. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.
