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Old 12-17-2014, 11:59 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by Skurj View Post
Besides one member whose car went up in flames after possibly bad service... has anyone else noticed a smell of gas on occasion?

I've noticed it a handful of times while on the highway in traffic (not stop and go), so I can't swear its my car. I've done the same commute for years and don't recall smelling gas so strongly or as often in previous cars.

I dunno if its mine or just lucky to be behind someone with a leaking tank..

Next time I notice it I will make a point of mentioning it to the dealer.
If you have a leaky fuel pump you will smell fuel when you are stopped and around your car. If you are only smelling fuel on the highway it's likely another car. I drive myself crazy sometimes when I smell fuel, overly rich uncatted exhaust or burning oil. Unless I can see the offending car I assume it's me. I think design of ventilation in the 86 is not great and smells from outside linger longer.
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