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Petrol Cap..

  • 07-09-2009 12:35pm
    #1
    bbam
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,410 ✭✭✭


    We need to weld a panel near the petrol tank on bro's MK2 Escort so it will have to come out.. Problem is we can't get the cap off the tank.. Origonal chrome one and we'd rather not damage it.. Tried WD40 but no use..

    Any suggestions ??

    Thanks


Comments

  • #2
    Max Headroom
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,101 ✭✭✭Max Headroom


    Is it locked on (no key) or just rusted.?..latter .wrap a cloth around it and try an adjustable or oil filter wrench..space permitting..;)


  • #3
    sogood
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,258 ✭✭✭sogood


    It may also be held on by a vacuum created by evaporating petrol. Ever hear that "whoosh" when you open your cap? If you can open the tank elsewhere, maybe via a fuel line, or does it have a submersible pump in it? This will let air into the tank, releasing the vacuum.


  • #4
    bbam
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,410 ✭✭✭bbam


    Sorted...
    Looks like the mechanism wasn't unlocking fully... Had to force the lock open with a screwdriver...
    No cosmetic damage done, cap opens and closed with any key but will work fine..

    Thanks


  • #5
    Redrocket
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,219 ✭✭✭Redrocket


    while your at, check out www.irishescortclub.com for anything escort you might need :)
    cant beat blatent spam of the right kind :D


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