In a message dated 01/06/2009 2:32:36 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: Easier way is to run a one piece hose from the T junction to the main plastic line just like is done on the LH side. No need for another useless connector at the fire wall. We HAVE been over this a gazillion times and STILL there are vans burning and folks driving around with this plastic fire wall connector that is about to disintegrate any day now !
>>>>>More specifically, change the short rubber hose line behind the right-side firewall, and replace the plastic fitting on the firewall with a grommet and barbed brass adaptor.<<<<<<<
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