Hi Richard.

If I were to take Bentley a little less than literally, my guess is
they mean "re-seal" as in install new part(s) necessary.

I too would think that adding sealant to the tank seals is not required.

The worst part for me, on the older larger style filler neck, is
alignment and possible too close proximity to the frame rail.

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Neil.

On Mon, Sep 17, 2012 at 2:02 PM, Richard A Jones <Jones@colorado.edu> wrote:

>
> 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)

--
Neil n

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