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    Fuel Smell

    Hey guys, my 89' MGM has been smelling like fuel for quite some time. I don't see any fuel on the ground but when I turn off the engine or even key on (hear the pump run) then off I get a nice smell of gas in the engine compartment. Seem to me more on the passenger side but definitely from under the hood. Thanks.

    #2
    Check for seepage on any of the fuel lines. It may not be leaking bad enough to drip, but I wouldn't be surprised to see damp spot on the frame rail.
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      #3
      When I bought my 89 GM, I had a simular smell. Turned out to be one of the fuel injector "O" rings leaking. Replaced them all and 9 years later they are still sealed.


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        #4
        Have found issues withthe EVAP lines / system
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          #5
          check the fuel line, they rot out where the clamps hold them to the frame.

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            #6
            Thanks guys, I'll check those spots right away.

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              #7
              Well today I finally saw fuel spray out of the lines. Looks to be around the control arm on the passenger side. Guess i'll just add that to the urgent list.

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