{"product_id":"sierra-18-36956-carburetor-float-for-mercury-v6-dual-float-carbs-replaces-1395-9267","title":"Sierra Float 18-36956 for Personal Watercraft Carburetors","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra Float 18-36956 is a replacement carburetor float built for personal watercraft engines. The float is a core carburetor component that rides on the fuel in the float bowl, rising and falling to open and close the inlet needle valve and keep fuel level in the bowl correct. A float that has cracked, absorbed fuel, or lost buoyancy will cause flooding, hard starting, rough idle, or fuel leaking from the carburetor, and replacing it with the correct Sierra part restores proper fuel metering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a single float (one item included) designed as a direct replacement for the applicable Sierra carburetor assembly. It is a lightweight, low-cost part but one that is critical to correct carburetor operation, so matching the exact part number to your carburetor is important before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-36956\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Float\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Service Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Personal Watercraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Vehicle Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Personal Watercraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Float\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.02 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282341923\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for personal watercraft carburetors using this Sierra float. Confirm your existing float part number matches 18-36956 before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Sierra 18-36956 float used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a carburetor float that rises and falls with the fuel level inside the float bowl, opening and closing the inlet needle valve to maintain correct fuel level in personal watercraft carburetors fitted with this Sierra part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill part 18-36956 fit any personal watercraft carburetor?\u003c\/strong\u003e This float is designed for personal watercraft carburetors that use Sierra part 18-36956; confirm the float currently in your carburetor carries this same part number before ordering, since floats are carburetor-specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many floats come in one order?\u003c\/strong\u003e One order of Sierra 18-36956 includes a single float, listed as one item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 18-36956 float weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra float weighs 0.02 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the symptoms of a bad carburetor float?\u003c\/strong\u003e A failing float on a personal watercraft carburetor can cause flooding, hard starting, rough idle, or fuel leaking from the carburetor bowl because it no longer controls fuel level correctly; installing Sierra 18-36956 restores proper float operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 18-36956 a genuine Sierra part or aftermarket?\u003c\/strong\u003e Part 18-36956 is manufactured and sold under the Sierra brand, not a generic aftermarket substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if I need to replace the float instead of another carburetor part?\u003c\/strong\u003e If your personal watercraft floods with fuel or runs excessively rich at idle and the needle valve and seat are otherwise in good condition, the float itself, such as Sierra 18-36956, is the likely culprit if it has cracked or absorbed fuel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the float include the needle valve or gaskets?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, this listing for Sierra 18-36956 includes only the float itself; the needle valve, seat, and gaskets are separate components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install the 18-36956 float myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacing a carburetor float typically requires removing the carburetor bowl to access the float and pivot pin; anyone comfortable disassembling a personal watercraft carburetor can install Sierra 18-36956.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the Sierra float made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e The dossier for Sierra 18-36956 does not specify the float material.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988161671387,"sku":"SIE-18-36956","price":15.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SIE-18-36956__37433.1558184976.500.750.jpg?v=1785188982","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-36956-carburetor-float-for-mercury-v6-dual-float-carbs-replaces-1395-9267","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}