Carburetor/Gas Leaks Out of Bowl?

1961 FORD THUNDERBIRD
57,000 MILES • 6.4L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JTHOMHALL3
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The car is a1961 Ford Thunderbird with a 390 engine. When the car cranks, it starts leaking gas from the top of the carburetor. It appears to be coming out of the bowl and runs down the sides of the carburetor (See video).

What do you think the problem could be? Thanks in advance for your assistance.
Jul 1, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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MECHTRIX
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Float level to high.
Float valve stuck open or worn.
float chamber gasket leaking.
Might be time for a rebuild.
Good looking out sweet car good luck.
Jul 1, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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MECHTRIX
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Oh also if you have the old brass type float sometimes, they leak fill up with gas and sink to the bottom of the bowl and flood the carburetor might just need a new float. hope this helps good luck.
Jul 1, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Thanks for your reply. I will look for a carburetor repair shop and have them look at it. I'll update you on the progress.

Thanks again
Jul 1, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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MECHTRIX
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No worries glad to help.
Jul 1, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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