Float Level

1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours, Not Available, 4.1L EngSECTION Float Level
  1. Hold float retainer firmly in place and float arm against top of float needle by pushing downward on float arm at outer end towards float bowl casting.
  2. Use adjustable "T" scale (depth gauge) to measure the distance from top of float at adjustment point (see Fig 1) to float bowl gasket surface (gasket removed).
  3. If measurement not as specified (see SpecificationsΒ ), adjust by bending the float arm up or down at a point adjacent to the float pontoon.
    Fig 1: FLOAT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
    G09340675Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
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