When replacing the crossover pipe seals, it's WAY easier to install the
grommet (seal) into the hole first, then push the pipe fitting into the
grommet. I spent a lot of time trying to seat the grommet already installed
on the fitting..  didn't work for me.

John Meeks
'91 Multivan
Northern Michigan

Vanagon Rescue Squad

On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 8:41 PM, Scott Chapman <scott_list@mischko.com>wrote:

> When I fill my fuel tank, I smell gasoline.
> I looked down there and find fuel dripping (slowly) off the driver's
> side.  It stops dripping after a while.
>
> Question is: Do these tanks ever leak in the tank proper or only in the
> fittings up on the top?
>
> Clues on diagnosing this and fixing or replacing?
>
> New little Westy is costing money but it _will_ get better!
>
> I ordered a new propane tank and radiator yesterday.  I may need to
> order a new fuel tank, too.
>
> I hope I can get it rolling good in time for the Susquehanna Valley
> Vanagon Club gathering at the end of this month!
>
> Thanks again for all the help taking care of my new hobby! :)
>
> Scott
>