1994 Ford Thunderbird fuel smell

1994 FORD THUNDERBIRD
129,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TMIKULS
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when I fill my my tank over half full I get a strong fuel oder. I can't see any fuel leaking. It does not happen when the tank is below half.
Apr 24, 2010 at 8:38 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Chances are there is a leak at the top of the tank. It could be a small rust hole that seeps fuel. Remove the tank to check.
May 14, 2010 at 11:15 AM
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