Expert: Scott Cypher - 7/21/2009

Question
I have a 73 TR-6 which I haven't started in a few months. I installed a new battery and fired up the engine and after a few cranks it started up. I noticed that it was running somewhat rough and found that there was gas leaking from the carburetors down at the float chamber. Is it possible that the floats were sticking or do I need to replace the float gasket?

Answer
Yes, its common for the floats to stick.  The gas may be coming up through the bore of the carb and then along the body, or the float bowl gasket may be worn, or the plug for the float bowl, or.... a number of different points.

It may be best to inspect them and see if they need rebuilding, or just a cleaning & new float bowl gasket.