I bought a 1995 with 180K. Replaced the fuel lines as a precaution and a whole?host of other stuff. I just don't like hoping for the best when it comes to crossing the country.?
A cautionary tale:
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The fuel lines on my 1997 EVC had deteriorated and developed a SERIOUS leak. The lines are hard plastic with rubber connections at several points). I was smelling gas fumes and I originally chased the EVAP system to no avail. A deep dive revealed a serious leak on the return line where the rubber line bent to connect to the fuel pump.?
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It’s a total hassle, but check those fuel lines. These vans are old and rubber doesn’t last forever.
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Related: The fuel lines are NLA. Repairing or replacing them is probably possible via a hydraulic hose shop. I replaced the hard lines with high pressure fuel injection lines from NAPA.?
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Kris
1997 EVC
245,000 miles
Original engine and transmission
