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WebMar 31, 2014 · In this video Taryl and Taryl Jr. demonstrate how to repair two leaking Briggs and Stratton carburetors. Have gas in your oil? Gas leaking out of your carb? ... WebMay 30, 2015 · The problem is the in the carburetor. It has a solenoid in the bowl which shuts off the flow of gas when the ignition is switched off. The design is faulty - the solenoid does not completely shut off the gas and so it allows a siphon action to empty the bowl into the intake manifold. The raw gas then leaks down the cylinder wall and into the ... greatcall iphone
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