55.2-59 carb leak

[popeyestruck]

I have a small leak where the brass fitting for the fuel line goes into the carb. Not too much just enough to wet the area. I think its a 1/2 female to 9/16 male . Can I put a nylon or copper washed on the fitting where it connects to the carb? Just trying to stop the leak

[leegreen]

you have a Rochester B ?

If I remember correctly the fuel line itself has a flare, so if it is in good shape might just need tightening. The flare goes into a fitting that threads into the card with a pipe thread, which should get some thread sealant. Paste sealant is better here, if you use tape be careful to not have any extend past then end of fitting where is might shear off and get inside the carb.

newer carbs would have a gasket.

Picture of the carb / leaking spot?

[popeyestruck]

I'll try some sealant. Thanks

[mr48chev]

You want to be careful with sealer around fuel lines. I would figure out what the issue is and correct it.

I'm still digging for Rochester B info as the photo I had was a BV and not a B.

If it is leaking where the pipe fitting goes into the housing you could use a minimal bit of sealer or thread tape. Bare minimum.

If it is where the tube seats in the flare you can try tightening the fitting (use two wrenches). I would pull it apart and check the flare over real close though and make sure there is no dirt in the seat.

Those images from this pfd that has excellent instructions in it. https://www.carburetor-parts.com/ass...r-b-manual.pdf