Date:         Tue, 9 Jul 2002 20:07:25 -0400
Reply-To:     Lawrence Johnson <larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA>
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From:         Lawrence Johnson <larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA>
Subject:      Re: [syncrolist] Replacing Gas Tank Filler Gasket
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          syncrolist <Syncrolist@yahoogroups.com>
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We concluded that the Gas Tank Filler Gasket CANNOT be changed without removing
the tank. This we we NOT WILLING to do.

So we took Tim Smith's advice and used Permatex.

We were able to remove the metal sectiont of the filler pipe, clean up the rusty
spots, smear some Permatex on the inside lip of the tank gasket and smear an
inch wide band around the filler pipe where the gasket sits. Waited 10 minutes
for the skin to just start, then slid the pipe back in place. Bolted it down,
reconnected the filler down pipe. And now were praying while the Permatex does
it 24 hour setup. I won't get a chance to refill the tank until Friday so it
should be well cured by then.
I'll keep you all posted and I thank everyone who replied for their help and
advice.
Larry
'86 Syncro Westfalia
'86 Syncro Doublecab

Tim Smith wrote:

> >What I need to know is:
> >-how to keep the dirt out,
> >-what lubricant to use on the new rubber gasket,
> >-how to treat the inevitable rust on the filler pipe,
> >-any tricks or warnings that I should be aware of.
>
> try Loctite permatex.  disgusting stuff, doesn't harden,
> gas/oil proof. Used it when I dropped my tank for new
> brackets, just like you did :), but re-used the old gasket.
> wear gloves. Tim