Toro self propelled push mower leaking gas

Honest Abe

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I have a 2003 toro push mower that has worked great and has had a few tune-ups over the years, last year where the primer push button is, it leaks gas especially while mowing and when the gas tank is full,even while not running until it gets to a lower level of gas in the tank. I took it to a small engine repair shop, he replaced the carburetor and push button, and said he fixed the problem, however it still leaks gas. When I took the mower back to him he looked at it a little and did something but was upset we asked him to look at it again
Does anyone have any idea what this problem is, where to take it to fix, and is it safe to use with the leak, should I just look to get a new mower or can the issue be fixed?
Thanks in advance for any insight!
Uhmmm, "
he looked at it a little and did something but was upset we asked him to look at it again"
so, what was this half-assed mechanics' final evaluation of his non-repair.... ?
Does the clown post his hourly labor rate...?
Looks like about $90 from your receipt - changed the primer bulb, spark plug, air filter and an oil change for $125.71
 
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I have a 2003 toro push mower that has worked great and has had a few tune-ups over the years, last year where the primer push button is, it leaks gas especially while mowing and when the gas tank is full,even while not running until it gets to a lower level of gas in the tank. I took it to a small engine repair shop, he replaced the carburetor and push button, and said he fixed the problem, however it still leaks gas. When I took the mower back to him he looked at it a little and did something but was upset we asked him to look at it again
Does anyone have any idea what this problem is, where to take it to fix, and is it safe to use with the leak, should I just look to get a new mower or can the issue be fixed?
Thanks in advance for any insight!
First, let me say that I'm a tremendous Tecumseh fan. For better or worse, they are one of my favorite brands to tinker with. I have them in most sizes and HP ranges. a rather common issue with most of them is a sticking carb float. if your leak is coming out of the breather, then that would be my first place to look. I'm with everyone else in believing you should fire your mechanic! I get pissed when I make mistakes, but in no way would I get angry at the customer for demanding that they get their money's worth. Bad shade tree wanna-be!
 
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