Excessive gas cap venting... ??

Shuriken

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Excessive gas cap venting... ??

09-06-2002, 12:54 AM

It seems that my gas cap must have some type of problem. It must not be venting properly (too much) or something. It sends fumes and fuel all over the tank after each fill up. The cap is original. Any ideas?

Also, how might I improve my woeful 20/25mpg city/highway gas mileage?

Ben

1985 Yamaha VMX12n "Max X" - Stock
1982 Honda XL500r "Big Red" - Stump Puller. Unknown mileage.
1974-78 Honda XL350 hybrid - The thumper that revs. Unknown miles.
1974 Suzuki TC/TS125 hybrid. Trials with trail gear. Invaluable. Unknown miles.
1971 Honda CL350. For Dad. Newtronic Electronic Ign. Reliable. Unknown miles.

Formerly:
1982 XS650
1980 XS1100g
1979 XS1100sf
1978 XS1100e donor
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strom

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09-06-2002, 05:01 AM

Change the gas cap gasket, the rubbery thingie that seals the hole and check the spring there too.

LP

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