Irish Mini Owners Club

Posted: **Sat Apr 21, 2007 1:12 pm**

hi guys,

has anyone ever had a problem like mine where the fumes come into the car??? its very clear to smell especially when driving for a while n da windows are open....?
when the windows are closed the smell isnt as obvious which seems a bit starnge????

any help much appreciated

Posted: **Sat Apr 21, 2007 4:06 pm**

this is common enough, my Mini has reeked of petrol for years.

Check the fuel tank in the boot, there is a vent pipe at the top of the tank that exits through a hole in the boot floor underneath the tank, this tube can become squashed/blocked or fall off, simply replace it making sure that it protrudes a good 10cm through the boot floor.

Posted: **Sat Apr 21, 2007 7:31 pm**

A bootlid that is not sealing properly could also be your problem.

10" is enough for any man.

Posted: **Sun Apr 22, 2007 2:03 pm**

cheers lads!
will have a look at it later to c could it be either of the 2 suggested probs..

thanks 4 da advice!!

just one quick question, does paul kelly sell mini parts???

Posted: **Sun Apr 22, 2007 10:09 pm**

Are they pertrol, oil or exhaust fumes?