1987 dodge ram w-100 5.2L v8 318 The carburetor keeps overflooding. Is that the float being stuck or needle?

1987 DODGE RAM
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MVP25_01
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gas bubbles out the carb when it is cranked.
Mar 31, 2012 at 4:35 PM
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FIXITMR
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yes or dirt on needle seat.
Mar 31, 2012 at 4:46 PM
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How can i clean it or knock the dirt free? with a screw driver or hammer?
Mar 31, 2012 at 4:49 PM
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sometimes tapping on carb will clear it but if say needle mechanism jammed or the float itself is bad because of leak and not working then disassembly will be required.
Mar 31, 2012 at 5:17 PM
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