leaking carb on 1936 ford

[Phillip Robinson]

When i start this 1936 ford, a 4 cylinder flat head,  i get fuel coming under the carb. This happens as i try to start the car with the crank handle, and before it starts i get fuel coming under the carby. Could it be the float beingtoo high, or am i missing something.  This is the small english ford in original condition. Any ideas? Thanks Phil 

[19tom40]

Do you have an electric fuel pump? It could be overwhelming the float. Are you pumping the gas before you try to start it?

 

There is a Regional Group of the Early Ford V-8 Club in New South Wales and maybe someone from that Club is more familiar with your car and can help you out. Here is a link to their website. They are a very friendly bunch of guys and will help if they can.

 

http://earlyfordv8clubnsw.org/

[Phillip Robinson]

Thanks for the reply. I will check the  local small ford group. On this motor there is a lever on the fuel pump, which you have to prime before starting, and even when not primed, the fuel comes out on both sides under the carby. I replaced the gasket on the emulsion plate, which seemed to be leaking before,  but sounds like i might have to bite the bullet and pull carby off again and see grom under neath where leak is.