Flowlock valve problem?

[Ian_m]

Smelt petrol when opening the boot and on inspection of the fuel tank, pump, filter etc. located what appeared to be a trace of petrol residue in the spare wheel compartment beneath the fuel tank. Could not find any evidence of leaking connections so washed out all traces of residue. Once everything was dry I indulged in half an hour's spirited driving in an efort to make the leak more apparent. Nothing, clean as a whistle which is a bit odd. Did notice the flowlock valve was a little warm to the touch, is that normal?

Went to the Gurston Down hillclimb last sunday, about two hours away from where I live. Now wondering if it is possible the flowlock valve got even warmer and this caused a small leak in the valve. Sounds somewhat far fetched to say the least but .... Has anyone experienced a warm flowlock valve?

[Jeanvm]

The connection between the fuel line and the tank or the fuel filter is mostly the problem. The flowlock valve works or not. A leak is always possible but exceptionel.

[Ian_m]

Thanks for your comments Jean. Another drive out and no leaks makes me now think I must have spilt fuel and not cleaned it up when replacing the filter a couple of months ago. Being a retired oldie I'll put it down to a "senior moment".