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Lew

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Fuel Evaporator Tank tubing
« on: October 08, 2022, 22:50:23 »
I have read the previous threads on this subject but cannot determine where the fuel vent hose connects with the engine.  Anybody have a photo or can explain where that might be?  My hose is just loose in the engine compartment and is cracked.  Thanks for any help...
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Re: Fuel Evaporator Tank tubing
« Reply #1 on: October 08, 2022, 23:11:31 »
Hello Lew,  see the Tech Manual:  https://www.sl113.org/wiki/Fuel/TrunkOdor

You should be able to see the banjo bolt at the front of the motor - probably has some remains of the black tubing. If you don't find it let us know. I remember seeing a photo someplace and will try to track it down if need be.   Lee
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Re: Fuel Evaporator Tank tubing
« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2022, 17:29:01 »
Thanks for the reply.  I have attached a photo of the metal fitting from the engine block connecting point connecting to a flexible hose that connects with the plastic tubing from the fuel tank.  (Is the metal fitting broken off from a bolt?) Part of the problem is I don’t know what I am searching for at the crankcase.  Having searched for a connecting point, I am at a loss.  It must be obvious, but I can’t locate the fitting.  I am assuming it is above the oil pan, and at the front, driver’s side of the engine block. Hoping this description makes sense😊. Thanks again for any help!
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Re: Fuel Evaporator Tank tubing
« Reply #3 on: October 10, 2022, 01:10:14 »
Right near the timing pointer on the front of the block.  The banjo bolt threads into a large hex headed plug in the block.  It might be the same plug that retains the timing pointer.

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Re: Fuel Evaporator Tank tubing
« Reply #4 on: October 10, 2022, 02:48:19 »
Thank you both for your help.  Found the fitting and broken tubing. Right above the crank and pointer.  Easy when you know what/where to look.  This group is amazing...so helpful.
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