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Subject:Re: Diesel pump leak
From:Gnarlodious
Date:Fri, 5 Apr 2002 17:32:26 -0700

Entity Scott Sullivan spoke thus:

> My N/A D-Westy leaks diesel from the injection pump.  At idle the leak is
> quite large.  While driving the leak stops.  The source of the leak is on the
> pump side facing the motor so I cannot see where it is coming from.  Is this a
> gasket or hose replacement job or pump rebuild time, any suggestions?

Well, we have a similar problem.
See photo here:
http://www.Gnarlodious.com/Vanagon/Vanagon.html#LeakyPump
The arrow points to the gasket/seal that is leaking. It is severe enough to
see it leaking from the visible side. Tomorrow I am taking the pump off.
I will keep you informed.

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