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Originally Posted by 280EZRider
And if it turns out to be fuel leaking into the oil system, don't run the engine until the leak is repaired and oil is changed. The more gas in the oil, the less lubrication and you know what that means. I would also consider using an electric pump from a w123 as a safety measure.
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Don't do that.
Go to the McParts store and get a low pressure aftermarket pump.
Your carbs are expecting a few PSI, W123 electric pumps for fuelies are much, much higher in the pressure band.
If you are smelling gas, it's not the exhaust....
Do a hand over hand of all your fuel lines, and don't forget the return line as well.
The original fabric covered lines do a good job of hiding cracks, I went through the gas leak issue on my 250C a few years ago, hoses looked good, until one split open and dumped gas everywhere. I'm still amazed I made it home without flaming the car.
Jim