In a message dated 3/8/00 2:16:56 PM Central Standard Time, stuart@COBALTGROUP.COM writes: << Don't they also catch on fire due to improper fuel line routing? Or is that an optional feature? Keep in mind to that the Eurovan is much smaller than the Vanagon. -- >> Fuel leaks are a major problem on only the '92 and '93 EVs. The leaks are due to the aging of the rubber fuel lines and the crimped factory connectors. Since the '93 models are at least 7 years old, the fuels lines are due for replacement anyway. An easy fix is to cut off the crimps and replace the rubber hose with the correct high pressure fuel line and replace the crimp with a good adjustable clamp. If you have a '93 EuroVan and you still have the original crimped connectors, I advise you to replace them immediately. They all leak. If you want to experience the leak for yourself, you need to pop open your hood on a cool morning when the EV has sat overnight. Start your engine and open the hood. Look down the right side of the engine to just above the distributor and you will see the 2 connections to the fuel rail. This is where you will see the fuel dripping. Don't jump in and drive it direct to the dealer, as the engine will have warmed up, the rubber fuel lines will have expanded and all traces of the leak will disappear. Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A HREF="http://eurocampers.com/">http://EuroCampers.com</A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan |
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