C 30 1 Ton Pickup 2WD V8-350 5.7L VIN M 4-bbl (1983)
Carburetor Float: Adjustments
Fig. 8 Float level Adjustment
1.
Remove air horn, gasket, power piston/metering rod assembly and float bowl insert.
2.
Attach base tool No. J-34817-1 or BT-8227A-1 to float bowl, Fig. 8.
3.
Position tool J-34817-3 or BT-8227A into base, ensuring contact pin rests on outer edge of float lever.
4.
Using adjustable T-scale shown, measure distance from top of casting to top of float, at a point 3/16 inch from large end of float. If float level
deviates more than 2/32 inch from specifications, bend float lever up or down as required with bending tool shown, Fig. 8.
5.
Repeat procedure, check float alignment, then reassemble carburetor.
