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Re: [T3] fuel leak


On Wed, 2006-06-28 at 12:51 -0700, James Montebello wrote:
> On my '69 Square (mit fuel filler door), the vent/overflow hose is leaking.  It
> appears that the rubber bit between the inner fender and the filler neck is
> cracked and weeps if the tank is filled up, or if I make a hard left turn with
> more than 1/2 tank of gas.  It APPEARS (I haven't tried to take it apart) that
> there's a coupling between the braided line used in the trunk, and this rubber
> outer piece, and this coupler may also leak.  
> 
> I can't find this rubber bit or the coupler in any parts catalogs.  What's it
> usually called?  Can anyone provide a part number?
> 
I am like Mark F. I just went to the hardware store with an idea in my
mind what I wanted to do, and found everything I needed.
The trickiest bit is the sharp 90 degree under the fender. I used a 1/2"
copper street elbow. Solder type. Was just the right size.
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russw@classicvw.org

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