mercury 3.9 leaking fuel

[sabadd]

I have a 3.9 mercury that when I prime the pump at the gas tank, fuel comes out of the carb. The engine runs good, I just dont understand why the fuel leaks out. Also the serial # is 246845 and one on the engine is 843 2755 can you tell me the year. Last question when it is fixed what could the engine be sold for?<br />Thanks for the help

 

[norman158]

Re: mercury 3.9 leaking fuel

pull the carb bowl and clean or replace the needle and seat sounds like its sticking open to me. as for whats its worth i dont have a clue