Gas in Oil Pan

[Ride207]

Hey guys. I posted some pictures in the members ride section of my 85 swb c10 5.0 4spd.  Last week it died on me on a trip to the dump. I had it towed to a local mechanic. He gets back to me saying the carb is gone and is causing fuel to leak into the engine and get down into the oil pan/exhaust.  So he recommends a rebuild or new carb. I completely trust and respect the guy.  I was wondering what you guys thought? Is this a precursor to the start of on going engine issues? I only paid $1200 for the truck, and the carb work alone is looking like $400 on the low end of things.  Thanks guys and if you have any questions for me just ask.

[jaredts]

Sounds more like the fuel pump leaking into the engine to me.

[fitz]

Do you have to meet any emission regulations in your area?
At $400 your in the neighborhood of a new Edelbrock manifold, carb, & air cleaner set up.

[Ride207]

Update: Looking for a new/rebuilt carburetor.   1985 Chevy c10 5.0L 4spd VIN 1GCDC14HFS188### (wasn't sure if posting a full VIN was a bad idea).  I received a Haynes Manual with the truck and it lists M4ME,M4MC as possible carbs.  When I look at NAPA they have 4 different carbs. Then looking at National Carburetor they only have 2 Part# ND4478 and ND4484.  Just looking for a little insight. The National ones are cheaper and from a couple posts on this forum seem legitimate.  Any help on this would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks

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