Fuel Leak somewhere around tank

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Feb 24, 2004 | 03:22 PM
  #1  
Just replaced the fuel pump 4 weeks ago. Checked tank at the time...no rust, no holes. Install went smoothly and I installed a fuel pump access panel while the tank was out.

Now, starting about a week ago, I've got a fuel leak. It drips out the back edge of the rearward heat shield. I can't tell for sure where its' coming from( definitely not the sides or bottom)but I have noticed that it occurs primarily while the system is under pressure.

Is it possible that I have developed a pinhole in the pressure or return lines?

Just looking for opinions before I tear into it.

Thanks!
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Feb 24, 2004 | 09:02 PM
  #2  
If you take off the gas cap does it relieve pressure? If you take off the cap and use a flashlight look at the top of the tank if you see run marks on the top it is a seal or a line that is not tight. Turn the key ot run but not start and look for gas. mine was a pin hole leak in the filler neck i used apoxy to fix it. You can use the access in the fended to do most the work.
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Feb 24, 2004 | 09:55 PM
  #3  
Should taking off your gas cap always relieve pressure? Are there normal conditions that it wouldn't/shouldn't do that? Do mechanical fuel pumps vs electric make a difference?
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Feb 24, 2004 | 09:58 PM
  #4  
You probably caused a crack where the filler neck meets the tank. They are very susceptible to cracking in that spot. In fact mine has a pinhole leak there. There was also a bulletin for it.
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Feb 24, 2004 | 11:09 PM
  #5  
I would look at the o-ring and locking ring around the sending unit first. Just a thought!!!!!!!!!!!
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