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Subject:Re: Where's my fuel tank leaking from?!
From:Bill Shawley
Date:Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:47:07 +0000

Word!
 
> Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 13:34:33 -0400
> From: vanagon@GMAIL.COM
> Subject: Re: Where's my fuel tank leaking from?!
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> 
> 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
> >
                                          
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