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 Gas drips from the carberator with the engine off. The carberator is the float type. What would cause this to happen and what can I do to correct the problem? Thanks.
Answer Hello Wes:
The Fuel is Leaking by the Needle and Seat in the Bowl. Your Best bet is to Install a Cutoff in the Fuel Line and Use it Whenever you Finish using the Mower. I have had to install cutoffs on all Bowl Type Carb Engines for the Past 3 Years. Im Not Sure if its the Parts or the Craftsmanship; but within 90 day after Rebuilding Carbs and Putting on New Carbs. I Still have to Put the Cutoffs in the Fuel Line. Hope this Helps.
