Topic: Carburetor Leaf Spring ~ 550k

[1975cb550]

I need one because I broke mine. Can anyone help a 550 brotha out???

 I ordered rebuild kits for all my carbs because i want to ride and it's pissing gas. could bad bowl, o-rings/gaskets cause this?? and when I say that I mean cuz the bike leaks from the overflow tubes.

[Gordon]

No, bad float bowl gaskets won't cause your carbs to overflow (unless it's protruding into the bowl and preventing the float from rising).  Overflowing is typically caused by a stuck float, debris in the needle valve, worn needle valve or fuel level set too high. 

[masonryman]

I disassembled a set of used carbs last fall, I may have one, but I am not sure which spring you are refurring to

[bryanj]

If you mean the main jet retaining piece its the same for all 500 and 550 1971 thro'1976 inclusive