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Discussion in '348/355' started by Philly, Oct 16, 2012.

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  1. Philly

    Philly Karting

    Aug 23, 2012
    203
    Maryland
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    Phil Gelso
    #1 Philly, Oct 16, 2012
    I'm experiencing a distinct gas smell after spirited driving w hard cornering .... Has anybody experience similar problem or have suggested causes?
     
  2. ernie

    ernie Two Time F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa Owner

    Nov 19, 2001
    22,620
    The Brickyard
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    The Bad Guy
    #2 ernie, Oct 16, 2012
    Things to check:

    1) gas cap
    2) fuel filler lines
    3) fuel lines to and from the fuel rails
    4) vapor recovery lines
    5) signs of a leaking fuel tank, in particular popped spot welds
     
  3. MaterMech

    MaterMech Formula Junior

    Feb 26, 2007
    476
    Los Gatos CA
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    Mark Johnson
    #3 MaterMech, Oct 17, 2012
    Pull fuel filler neck/tube and associated internal sleeves and inspect imeadieately. Or just have a truck full of Halon follow you around!
     
  4. Mitch Alsup

    Mitch Alsup F1 Veteran

    Nov 4, 2003
    9,742
    #4 Mitch Alsup, Oct 17, 2012
    Yes, don't drive until you find the source of the gas smell.
     
  5. tamf328

    tamf328 Formula Junior

    Mar 9, 2005
    477
    #5 tamf328, Oct 18, 2012
    was in a 348 on the track that had an issue with the fuel filler hose. the one that goes from the gas cap filler neck to the tank, kind of surprised me they used a cheap plastic like hose.... no it doesn't surprise me.
     
  6. us214760

    us214760 Karting

    Aug 28, 2012
    52
    Hudson, WI
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    Dave Teufert
    #6 us214760, Oct 29, 2012
    I have experienced the same problem, but only when the tank is freshly filled to the top and I take some hard corners. Makes me suspect the filler tubing close to the cap. I don't get the smell when I fill with gas so I'm thinking the gas pump nozzle may insert beyond a leak point. Will be diagnosing shortly during her winter rest.
     

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