Author Topic: Evap tank fix.  (Read 2043 times)

Shvegel

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Evap tank fix.
« on: August 29, 2018, 02:57:13 »
The 70-71 US spec trunk mounted evaporative emissions tank is no longer available and mine had the small lines broken off and kinked right at the bottom of the tank. I had a spare to work with so I decided to try a fix. I turned a piece of brass to match the contours of the original heat sealing on the stubs and then I brazed it to an old pair of pliers.  I drilled out the old hose and then I heated the pliers up until they melted a sample of hose evenly a little squeeze and voilla!

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Re: Evap tank fix.
« Reply #1 on: August 29, 2018, 15:31:09 »
Have a look at part #A1154710268. Mercedes Classic has just release a reproduced fuel system EVAP tank. Should be able to order thru any Mercedes dealer. Mercedes classic also lets you search for reproduced parts for older Mercedes

https://partssearch.mercedes-benz-classic.com/
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Re: Evap tank fix.
« Reply #2 on: August 29, 2018, 18:42:22 »
I think that is the smaller tank for everything but the 70-71 US spec cars.  I jus checked and it is also listed for my car.  I ordered it and hopefully it is the right tank.
« Last Edit: August 29, 2018, 21:06:10 by Shvegel »

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Re: Evap tank fix.
« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2018, 07:43:44 »
Very nicely done.  Good thinking.
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