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Old 11-02-2010, 10:06 AM   #7
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Re: Newbie needs help with gas smell...

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Originally Posted by OneHalfMex View Post
Thanks guys! I'll pull out the seat to check the rubber spacer on the fuel sending unit and to give everything a very stringent cleaning. As far as the gas cap goes, the hole they drilled shouldn't be a problem right? Also, where exactly is the vent tube, and how do I ensure that it is open?

Thanks!
Yours probably doesn't have a vent tube. I believe they installed them on 72's IIRC.

Re. hole in cap: The cap should have an internal vent that allows the pressure to be released in hot weather. Get a new original cap from NAPA or vendor.
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