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Old 06-13-2010, 05:30 PM
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Default 1970 merc 110 9.8hp fuel leak??

On the very top rear of the float bowl there is a small hole, maybe a vent? If I squeeze the primer bulb more then about 2 times fuel sprays out of that hole. Is this normal? It seems like a fire hazard to me. Anyone had this issue?
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Old 08-05-2010, 01:42 PM
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The float valve is not seating, need to remove and rebuild carb.
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Old 08-06-2010, 12:51 AM
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Well its not normal.I agree with boats.net that you would have to remove and rebuild the carb.
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