Newbie here needing to replace fuel lines
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Newbie here needing to replace fuel lines
I have a 1993 Xjs convertible that I just acquired in a barter deal. It's very nice inside and out. I have been working on a few smaller issues and have them fixed, but the gas smell is horrible and I have read on here about the lines seeping which creates the smell. Has anyone done this? Any ideas on cost to do this?
Not sure I will keep the ride, although it's growing on me.
Not sure I will keep the ride, although it's growing on me.
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I would start by checking the pipes that are hidden on top and in front of the tank. Very likely, especially the one that is difficult to see, Then I'd check the fuel tank filler pipe connection. Then see if there is any petrol damp at bottom of tank as they get tiny pinhole corrosion and leak onto mounting pad. Then check fuel sender unit but always replace the gasket if you disturb it.
Throughout all of this, remove the boot carpet as once it absorbs the smell, it will always confuse you.
Good luck
Paul
I would start by checking the pipes that are hidden on top and in front of the tank. Very likely, especially the one that is difficult to see, Then I'd check the fuel tank filler pipe connection. Then see if there is any petrol damp at bottom of tank as they get tiny pinhole corrosion and leak onto mounting pad. Then check fuel sender unit but always replace the gasket if you disturb it.
Throughout all of this, remove the boot carpet as once it absorbs the smell, it will always confuse you.
Good luck
Paul
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So tonight I removed the spare tire and the carpet under the spare was damp and really smelled bad with gas. I pulled it out and left the trunk open to air out.
Do I need to remove the black plate that is bolted to protect the gas tank? I didn't see a fuel filter, but I may have over looked it. From what I could see there wasn't any obvious signs of a leak. The rubber pad didn't have any stains. Is there a pad under the tank as well?
I am concerned as to why that carpet was damp inside with what appeared to be gas. I did fill it up to the top for the first time on Saturday. Could that has caused it?
Do I need to remove the black plate that is bolted to protect the gas tank? I didn't see a fuel filter, but I may have over looked it. From what I could see there wasn't any obvious signs of a leak. The rubber pad didn't have any stains. Is there a pad under the tank as well?
I am concerned as to why that carpet was damp inside with what appeared to be gas. I did fill it up to the top for the first time on Saturday. Could that has caused it?
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