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Old 08-14-2013, 10:25 PM
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Idk what going on but as soon as I open the gas cap, gas and air just explode out in great force. is there a valve stuck? im afraid the thing is gonna blow up.
 
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Old 08-14-2013, 11:10 PM
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Idk what going on but as soon as I open the gas cap, gas and air just explode out in great force. is there a valve stuck? im afraid the thing is gonna blow up.
Search for "Rochester Valve". They commonly fail an can be replaced with an AC Delco variant for about $20. The member who posted the writeup was so kind as to even list the exact part# for you. Replace sooner than later as that excess pressure puts undue stress on both the fuel pump and fuel tank.
 
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Old 08-14-2013, 11:15 PM
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Old 08-15-2013, 05:49 AM
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I have the same issue with the gas cap under very high pressure. Just ordered AC Delco part...Thanks guys.
 

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Old 08-15-2013, 11:43 PM
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as did I ,
I hope it works
 
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Old 08-19-2013, 10:10 PM
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I put it in. and so far looks like it works
 
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Old 08-20-2013, 08:49 AM
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Received my valve today. First thing that I noticed is the markings on the valve. Tank, canister and vacuum. The vacuum is pointed in the opposite direction from the OEM valve. I needed to replace the vacuum line with a slightly longer piece in order to reach around to the other side.

Did anyone else notice this or just put the valve on backwards? So far no problems!
 
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Old 08-20-2013, 11:39 AM
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I originally replaced this rochester valve with the ac delco version some time back. I didnt notice any difference and it went right on, looks exactly like the oem. I have had no problems, I hope i didnt put it backwards.
 
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