| w1spurgeon | -- 12-22-2009 @ 4:05 PM |
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For the last few days I have been searching for the source of a strong gasoline odor in my garage. Found it today when I got under the rear end of the Ford. Altho the leak is not strong enuff to actually drip on the floor, the joint where the filler tube meets the neck of the tank is wet and the gas smell is very (VERY) strong there. I can't see any way to disconnect the two pieces to correct the problem. How do I attack this repair?
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| flatheadfan | -- 12-22-2009 @ 5:14 PM |
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The filler tube is held to the gas tank by a collar which screws into the tank. At the juncture between the tube and the tank there is a lead seal. This sounds like the source of your leak. Sometimes the problem can be easy solved by tightening the collar (need a spanner wrench). If this fails, the lead ring will need to be replaced. The problem is the collar has a habit of not wanting to move so be prepared for some soaking with something like Kroil for a couple of days. Hope this helps. Tom
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| flatheadfan | -- 12-22-2009 @ 5:15 PM |
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Deleted double post! This message was edited by flatheadfan on 12-22-09 @ 5:18 PM
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| Wolfie | -- 12-22-2009 @ 5:19 PM |
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Your tank must be full and since the neck of the tank doesn't seem to be leaking, it must be the hose that connects the filler tube and tank neck. Try tightening the clamps. If that doesn't work, the hose should be replaced.
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| trjford8 | -- 12-22-2009 @ 8:41 PM |
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Wolfie, your answer is good for cars from late 37 and forward, but the 35-36 tanks are entirely different.They do not use the hose and clamps. The gas tank neck screws into the tank.
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