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Subject:tracking down gas smell tips needed
From:Eric Caron
Date:Fri, 12 Aug 2016 17:17:02 -0400

Hi Volks,

        I’ve noticed a gass smell at fill up for a few months.  recently I thought it had increased. 

Today I started the van and sniffed around.  I thought the smell was strongest by the rear driver’s side.  Later I turned on the fuel pump but not the engine.  I found that each time I did this there was gas on the second fuel filter.  I recently had the 86 and later fuel filter added to my van.  now I find a big gas drip there each time I turn on the pump.

I suppose I’ll start by tightening the hose clamps a bit.  Also, If there is a issue in the rear where might I start feeling around?

The engine compartment fuel lines were replaced in 2013 but frankly I don’t really know what that means.  I’m currently just following my nose and feeling around.

Eric Caron 
85 GL Auto Westfalia