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Subject:Re: 85 Westfalia Weekender fails Evap test.
Date:Tue, 16 Jun 2015 11:51:51 -0400

Check gas cap, I have failed in CO from a leaky cap.

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> On Jun 15, 2015, at 6:02 PM, Tyler Hardison <tyler@SERAPH-NET.NET> wrote:
>
> I could go on and on about CARB and why they are the bane of my existence..
> But I also like my air quality..
>
> Anyway, took the Vanagon to the SMOG shop. They were nice enough to pretest
> without charging me.
>
> Failed on the EVAP test, this is where they pressurize the fuel system and
> test for leaks. Any common places where I should look first before going
> from nose to stern looking for it?
>
> Also failed on the emissions. Previous owner stated that they replaced the
> catalytic converter. I've done all of the vacuum hoses that I could find.
> Complete ignition tune up and timing. I've also got an air-flow meter
> ordered as the one on the bus has been "compromised" (opened up).
>
> Anything else I should play with?
>
> -- Tyler
>
> 85 Westy Weekender