Gotta love that fuel smell...

[Redbaboon]

Hi Lads,

I have recently had a very strong fuel smell occur upon starting my Series 1 R33 GTS-t. I have only noticed it occur on cold starts, but may also be there on warm starts too. It only lasts about 30 seconds.

Only mods recently done include tuning S-AFC, AVC-R. Have given the car a thorough inspection and found no leaks, and no deterioration near the fuel cap. Everything else is fine, couldn't be happier.

Does anyone else have this fuel smell?

What do you think might be causing it? (maybe an initial splurge of fuel into a cold exhaust?)

[Charly]

yes I get it too. I have a series 1 r33 gtst It's just the fuel tank venting the pressure. If you look in your rear vision mirror down by the petrol cap you can see the vapours leaking out for a few secconds and you'll also probably get a faint hissing sound. Anyone correct me if I'm wrong.

Or should I also be worried??

[Robo]

Have to agree with Charly..

I think during compliance they replace the fuel caps.. If you ask me they are too small and mine stinks everytime I start it up.......

Regards

Rob

[superspit]

here here (or is that Hear Hear)

No leaks that I can see on my late 95 GTSt, but my nose seems to find them.

Well described Charly, that vapour looks hillarious pouring outadatank filler.

Kinda glad I dion't smoke in my Skline.

[T0nyGTSt]

I don't get that... my Mitsubishi Colt petrol cap does me proud.

What I do get is a god awful smell from the car if I let it idle too long. Like un-catalysed exhaust.

I pity the poor bastard behind me in traffic or when I stand on the go pedal.

T.

[Redbaboon]

Thanks for your input lads - at least I know I'm not alone!