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Re: [Mgs] Help! Engine block full of gas

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Subject: Re: [Mgs] Help! Engine block full of gas
From: Eric Erickson <eric@erickson.on.net>
Date: Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:47:21 +0930
Roger Wilt wrote:
> The 74 MGB was on front jack stands awaiting new clutch slave cylinder so I
> thought I would work on an electrical gremlin with the hazard lights. I was
> switching the ignition switch off and on during this process but it became
> very late and didn't realize I left the switch in the on position until I got
> home from work and smelled gas everywhere in the garage. I assume that because
> the front end was up the floats didn't shut off and pumped gas into the
> cylinders all night. I drained 3-4 gallons of gas /oil mixture but not sure
> what to do next. Anyone have this experience? What to do next? Any damage
> done??  Thanks.


Don't light a cigarette while you think about it!



Eric
'68 MGB
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