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63rexC10 · 07-26-2010, 05:14 PM

So, I tried to start my truck this morning and the engine wouldn't turn... Then I popped the hood, and what do I see? Fuel just sitting in the corners of my intake manifold, next to my valve covers. My first thought is WTF! So, I pull the spark plugs and fuel just starts pouring out. Apparently something is wrong with my carburetor. I'm lucky I didn't end up throwing a rod because my cylinders were full of gas. I'm pretty sure that's what would have happened if the fuel would have ignited. Anyways, should I just by a new carb? Suggestions?

I'm currently running a 350 w/ an Edelbrock 1406 and Holley Contender intake manifold. Should I have my carb rebuilt or should I just buy a new one? If I buy a new one, what are your suggestions?

07-26-2010, 05:14 PM	#1
63rexC10 Real Greasers use "Murray's" Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Central Coast, California Posts: 134	I got lucky today! Depending on how you look at it. So, I tried to start my truck this morning and the engine wouldn't turn... Then I popped the hood, and what do I see? Fuel just sitting in the corners of my intake manifold, next to my valve covers. My first thought is WTF! So, I pull the spark plugs and fuel just starts pouring out. Apparently something is wrong with my carburetor. I'm lucky I didn't end up throwing a rod because my cylinders were full of gas. I'm pretty sure that's what would have happened if the fuel would have ignited. Anyways, should I just by a new carb? Suggestions? I'm currently running a 350 w/ an Edelbrock 1406 and Holley Contender intake manifold. Should I have my carb rebuilt or should I just buy a new one? If I buy a new one, what are your suggestions? Last edited by 63rexC10; 07-26-2010 at 05:41 PM.



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