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Sportsman 400 gasoline odor

Old Nov 10, 2008 | 02:14 PM
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Default Sportsman 400 gasoline odor

I've been noticing lately a heavy gasoline odor in my garage when I park my Sportsman. I checked everywhere that I can see & cannot locate a gas leak or gas drip. Any suggestions. Starts easy & runs good.

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Old Nov 10, 2008 | 02:27 PM
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Default Sportsman 400 gasoline odor

check the vent tubes.
 
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Old Nov 11, 2008 | 03:54 PM
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Are you turning the gas **** off after riding it? Might be leaking just enough in an enclosed area and evaporating where you do not see it.
 
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