Gas Fumes?

[r2093]

Hi,

I have a 96 CC 28 that I bought this last spring. When I put gas in, I smell a lot of fumes for the next few hours. I have inspected everything that I can think of and can't determine what the cause would be. I can't find any kind of leak or even any cracks in the gas lines. I leave the blowers on when I put fuel in and it smells the same whether I put in a half tank or a full tank.
Any ideas?

Thanks!
Kerry
Grand Haven, MI

[biteme]

can you see where the fuel hose is clamped to the deck fitting. it may be worn or cracked enough to leak gas you can smell but not see.

[Split Decision]

I agree with Biteme

If you smell it only when you fill up, I think it would be the fill hose or vent line that is loose or bad.

[r2093]

Thanks for the response! I did check out the fill hose, but I don't think I actually found the vent hose, I'll have to double check!

[Split Decision]

Another thing to check is the sending unit. Maybe the screws are loose or the gasket might be bad. If it is leaking you will see a stain on the tank. On the new boats, Mac uses screws that have an o-ring on them and are one use screws meaning that if you take them out you have to replace them. Not sure if you have them or not.