Gasoline smell at startup of '94 RT-10.

[Steve Ferguson]

Re: Gasoline smell at startup of \'94 RT-10.

Try a new gas cap. I had the same problem, it even led to gas leaking down the fender. Once we put on the new gas cap the problem disappeared!

 

[Joseph Houss]

Re: Gasoline smell at startup of \'94 RT-10.

Be careful, could be the fuel line... there is a connector near the firewall, that can (and did for me on my '96) come loose.

Also, if you own a '96 (and maybe '97?) there is a vapor cannister that might be the issue.

 

[Steve Ferguson]

Re: Gasoline smell at startup of \'94 RT-10.

The first time I ever got a whiff of that foul gas smell, the cause of the problem led directly to the chilly I ate the evening before!

In all seriousness, I had the problem for a few years. The consensus was that the float was stuck, thus allowing for gas to seep out on certain occasions. It was Team Viper that suggested that I try the "new cap" before I start the complicated process of trying to make repairs to the float. Well the cap worked, and I have to had the problem re-occur since (except when I eat that **** chilly)!

Since you have a 94 RT10 I suggest you try the cap first. If it does not solve the problem at least you have a minimum investment in the repair!

And Mr. Houss, I know your cooking habits. This all but assures me that the gas smell you sensed in your GTS originated from the same location as the one I refer to above. When all else fails, refer to the laws of the land. Law #1, "never trust a skinny chef"! You know I WIN in that category.

 

[Joseph Houss]

Re: Gasoline smell at startup of \'94 RT-10.

Y'know Steve, come to think of it...I think I was on a Chili binge during that time.....hmmmmmm.

LOL

 

[gtsviper]

Re: Gasoline smell at startup of \'94 RT-10.

I get a faint whiff of coolant when I start my new 00 R/T 10. The smell disappears quickly. Have looked for coolant leaks and none located. No apparent loss of coolant from the expansion tank.
Any ideas?

 

[Supercharged Vipermad]

Re: Gasoline smell at startup of \'94 RT-10.

Carl,

I also used to have this gas smell. It was the gas cap. Of course mine was because I couldn't follow the tough directions of tightening until three clicks. It does make a difference.