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Date:         Sun, 29 May 2011 15:07:37 -0400
Reply-To:     Robert Stewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Robert Stewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM>
Subject:      Re: Gas Vapors
Comments: To: Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <snt0-eas287DA06EC2A7D586A9C731BA0790@phx.gbl>
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Dennis,

Since I am seeing the leak on turns on the drivers side what gasket do you think it might be leaking from?

Once I get the new gasket again, should there be any kind of adhesive added to keep the rubber in place?

Rob NY

On May 28, 2011, at 1:43 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote:

> With some effort and flashlight you can check for broken tube fittings without dropping the tank. It is also possible the leak is from the gauge sender o ring especially on the aftermarket tanks. > > Dennis > > Sent from my Windows Phone > > -----Original Message----- > From: Robert Stewart > Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2011 3:33 AM > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: Re: Gas Vapors > > > >> I noticed today where the fuel smell is coming from. Just under my seat where the tank under me I saw today a small amount gas that appears to have leaked out of some hose! I made a really sharp fast turn and I saw a couple of tiny drips on the ground of the driveway that traced my turning radius. Sure enough I can see it's dripping from the top of the tank down to the ground. >> >> Does this mean that either the plastic crossover is cracked or that another hose is cracked or finally does it mean the cross over tube came out from the top of the tanks mounts? >> >> Note, I changed this entire tank 4 years ago with a new tank that I covered with Herculiner to prevent rusting and it looks amazing still. Plus over a year ago I installed a new set of fuel lines and a new seal and crossover kit. >> >> So I am a little surprised. >> >> Robert >> NY >> >> On May 25, 2011, at 11:20 PM, Robert Stewart wrote: >> >>> Dennis, >>> >>> I looked tonight at my air filter, there is a line coming from the top of the round filter that has been capped off. Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct? I think a VW mechanic I used in Long Beach NY put a ball bearing in it and capped it off. >>> >>> Rob >>> >>> On May 22, 2011, at 7:21 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote: >>> >>>> From: Robert Stewart [mailto:robertmstewart@mac.com] >>>> Sent: Sunday, May 22, 2011 7:09 PM >>>> To: Dennis Haynes >>>> Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >>>> Subject: Re: Gas Vapors >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> I can't speak as to the Black Silicone looking thing he used on the seals. >>>> But I do believe it said it was ok for gas. Not sure. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Gravity Valves are where? >>>> >>>> On top of each tank in the wheel wells. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Vapor Recovery valve is on the left, right front or behind the air filter? >>>> What should I do with it once I locate it? >>>> >>>> In front of the air filter on the other side of the firewall. You should be >>>> able to hear it click each time the throttle is opened when the engine is >>>> running. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> I never have heard any pressure release sounds coming from the gas tank cap >>>> and this is my second van, so what is missing? >>>> >>>> Something is leaking somewhere. Just think later cars will generate a fault >>>> code when the tank can't hold vapor pressure. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Thanks, >>>> >>>> Robert >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On May 22, 2011, at 6:58 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote: >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Silicon and gasoline. What was someone thinking. Most say on the tube not >>>> for use with gasoline or on head gaskets. It could just be a loose hose or >>>> one of the gravity valves on top of the expansion tanks. Also check the >>>> operation of the vapor recovery valve near the air filter. If all is well >>>> whenever you open the cap for filling you should hear some pressure >>>> escaping. After repairs the tank and vent system can be charged to 2-3 psi >>>> to make sure the vapors are kept in. >>>> >>>> Dennis >>>> >>>> >>>> -----Original Message----- >>>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of >>>> Robert Stewart >>>> Sent: Sunday, May 22, 2011 6:06 PM >>>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >>>> Subject: Gas Vapors >>>> >>>> A year ago my mechanic and I removed my new gas tank and installed the >>>> crossover pipe and a seal kit with all the rubber grommets and clamps. He >>>> used some special RTV silicone on all the rubber grommets before installing >>>> it. >>>> >>>> Now it's a year later and the smell of gas permeates outside the vehicle >>>> when I fill up. I have no idea what to do. >>>> >>>> I am at my wits end at this point. >>>> >>>> >>>> Either a hose is damaged, or a seal must have blown ( hard to believe with >>>> the new rubber and RTV silicone though). >>>> >>>> Does anyone have any advice? >>>> >>>> >>>> Thanks, >>>> Robert >>>> 88 Automatic Wolfsburg >>>> All New Fuel Lines >>>> All New Hoses >>>> Rebuilt Engine


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