

| Subject: | fuel filler grommet seal |
| From: | Richard A Jones |
| Date: | Mon, 17 Sep 2012 15:02:42 -0600 |
I'm replacing the fuel filler grommet because mine was
leaking when the tank was full or when I parked on a
slant. Too many removals/installs dealing with a bad
tank and then bad grommets on top of the expansion tanks.
Anyway, I have a new grommet to install. Bentley says
to check for leaks and "seal if necessary." How would
I seal it? A ring of RTV before I inserted the filler
tube? I don't see any evidence of sealant on the old
grommet, so it must have sealed well for about 30 years
before starting to leak. ('81 Vanagon)
Any advice/experience with this grommet and having to
seal it would be appreciated. [Please don't point me
to the other grommets and lines--the leak is at this
grommet and all else has been replaced and is OK.]
Thanks,
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