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i have a 235 with a roch model b float seems ok and the setting needle is clear, but fuel is running down carb truck runs,of course it is rich not sure were to start i could use some suggestions, thanks trying

Here is a link to the 54 shop manual that has some information about float level adjustment. http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1954truck/54ctsm0653.html Don't know what year engine you are working on so hope this helps.

The float level gauge is something easily made. I have had good luck setting the float level at 1-9/32 inch with 1-3/4 inch drop.

I just went through this with my carburetor. In the end replacing the needle and seat, which I trusted, corrected the problem. Your carburetor is flooding. Other causes can be a bent float sticking on the chamber sides or a float that has a hole in it.

thanks will try that,when you look down the carb when it is running it is just pooring in,the float felt fine but will pick up a kit, thanks trying

You probably have a piece of dirt in the needle & seat. Make sure you have a fuel filter somwhereclose to the carb.