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Fuel tank cap lock

#1 PostAuthor: tlc » Sun Dec 09, 2012 2:28 pm

The lock on my project tank, a black R type cap, seems to be stuck.
The barrel seems free enough but unlike my J if you partially put in the key the barrel doesn't turn.
Could it just be a bit sticky on the pins or is it necessary to have a numbered key?

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#2 PostAuthor: cheeme » Sun Dec 09, 2012 5:09 pm

I had a similar issue with mine. What worked for me was inserting a flat screwdriver blade from a multi-tool into the key hole and twisting it like a key.

My (err) tool looks something like this one ..I used the blade 2nd from the right.
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My gunked up fuel cap
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My blog post on the subject
http://cheeme.weebly.com/1/post/2012/06/seized-fuel-cap.html
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#3 PostAuthor: tlc » Sun Dec 09, 2012 5:45 pm

That's very helpful thanks.
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