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08-07-2012, 08:50 PM
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| Locking fuel door
Are there any after market kits to lock the fuel door? Seems really strange that a new mustang still has an open fuel door, when locking doors have been around for more then 10 years. I would hate for someone to steal my gas.
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08-07-2012, 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by mrkrabz Are there any after market kits to lock the fuel door? Seems really strange that a new mustang still has an open fuel door, when locking doors have been around for more then 10 years. I would hate for someone to steal my gas. | We have the new easy fill has cap system. It won't open unless you put in the nozzle.
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08-07-2012, 08:59 PM
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08-07-2012, 09:49 PM
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That's pretty cool... Reminds me of the old locking fuel caps except smaller! Hope they're not made as cheaply as the old ones though.
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08-07-2012, 09:56 PM
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| Re: Locking fuel door
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Originally Posted by Whitelightning  We have the new easy fill has cap system. It won't open unless you put in the nozzle. | Yeah, so you can just insert a hose, and that will act as a nozzle.
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08-07-2012, 10:08 PM
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Originally Posted by mrkrabz
Yeah, so you can just insert a hose, and that will act as a nozzle.
| I tried that with mine...it didn't fly
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08-07-2012, 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Whitelightning I tried that with mine...it didn't fly | So, basically, I don't need a locking cap? The flap itself will keep out hoses, funnels, and all types of object that people that I piss off may try to shove down there?  | |
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08-07-2012, 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Whitelightning
I tried that with mine...it didn't fly
| Oooh I've been wondering about this myself...so you attempted to put a hose I and it didn't work? Or it did?
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08-08-2012, 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by NoisyPony2010
Oooh I've been wondering about this myself...so you attempted to put a hose I and it didn't work? Or it did?
| Idk about what kind of hose but I used a water house that hangs on the side of your house. But in your trunk there is a funnel that will work for the car in case you need to use one of those 5 gallon gas jugs. So apparently those won't work by themselves. Just common sense
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08-08-2012, 07:35 PM
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It has something to do with the shape of the nozzle and funnel. I think there is a ring lock that sits behind the flap. But I'm not sure. I just think the locking gas cap is a waste of money.
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08-08-2012, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Whitelightning
Idk about what kind of hose but I used a water house that hangs on the side of your house. But in your trunk there is a funnel that will work for the car in case you need to use one of those 5 gallon gas jugs. So apparently those won't work by themselves. Just common sense
| Yeah I know about the funnel, just have always wondered about it...like if the funnel can go in, why couldn't a hose? Unless its got a lip on the inside, but then how would a pump nozzle go so far in, ya know? Just always been curious how it works and if it's truly impenetrable as far as stealing gas from. And I mean, if it is...then what's the need for the creation of a locking cap?
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08-08-2012, 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by NoisyPony2010
Yeah I know about the funnel, just have always wondered about it...like if the funnel can go in, why couldn't a hose? Unless its got a lip on the inside, but then how would a pump nozzle go so far in, ya know? Just always been curious how it works and if it's truly impenetrable as far as stealing gas from. And I mean, if it is...then what's the need for the creation of a locking cap?
| For the paranoid people. And it's designed in a way that is so simple on the outside but I bet the inside is complex.
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08-09-2012, 06:20 AM
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Glad I saw this was about to post about a potential missing gas cap. Good info all!
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08-09-2012, 07:26 AM
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Why couldnt you stick a hose/tube through a funnel? With no cap, Ford shouldve made it a locking lid with interior release. Id have happily paid extra for it. The capless thing is convenient though.
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08-09-2012, 07:41 AM
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The hose alone wouldn't go through. But a gas pump will. The hole is for the gallon jug things. It is pretty cool though. Haven't had any problems with it or cheap thieves
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08-09-2012, 07:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Whitelightning The hose alone wouldn't go through. But a gas pump will. The hole is for the gallon jug things. It is pretty cool though. Haven't had any problems with it or cheap thieves | Ok, well at least that's good to know. I've always liked the convenience of the capless system, and I figured that a novice to our cars would think there's a door release button since most people I know always are shocked by how they actually open. But yeah, I get it...guess there's always that feeling of "what if", but so far no one has tampered with mine and I'm in a pretty big city.
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08-09-2012, 01:46 PM
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| Re: Locking fuel door
Today when I was at the station, I tried to push my fingers to open the flap, didn't work. Tried manipulating it in every way and I couldn't get through to the tank, but right when I put in the gas pump it magically opens. So I guess there is no point in the locking gas cap. Unless someone gets one of those adapter funnels.
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08-09-2012, 03:05 PM
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Originally Posted by mrkrabz Today when I was at the station, I tried to push my fingers to open the flap, didn't work. Tried manipulating it in every way and I couldn't get through to the tank, but right when I put in the gas pump it magically opens. So I guess there is no point in the locking gas cap. Unless someone gets one of those adapter funnels. | Thank you lol I tried the same thing and no fly. But the funnel in your trunk works though
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08-09-2012, 03:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Whitelightning The hose alone wouldn't go through. But a gas pump will. The hole is for the gallon jug things. It is pretty cool though. Haven't had any problems with it or cheap thieves | I dont mean a garden hose! If you can get fluid in, you can get a tube in.
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08-09-2012, 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by wheelman I dont mean a garden hose! If you can get fluid in, you can get a tube in. | Bahahahahahaha! Thats what she said!
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08-09-2012, 05:21 PM
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| Re: Locking fuel door
I also think a smart thing for Ford to do would be to put a grate farther down in the tank. Just before you reach the gas. That way, even if you did get a hose through, you couldn't get to the gas. If I thought of that, hopefully Ford did.
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08-09-2012, 06:06 PM
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Originally Posted by fultonboy09
Bahahahahahaha! Thats what she said!
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Originally Posted by mrkrabz I also think a smart thing for Ford to do would be to put a grate farther down in the tank. Just before you reach the gas. That way, even if you did get a hose through, you couldn't get to the gas. If I thought of that, hopefully Ford did. | Yeah, definitely. I feel a little better about it all now after reading this thread. ME therapy, group man hugs, lol
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08-09-2012, 07:16 PM
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Ok, I did a bit more research on this, and I found this on the Ford website itself. I honestly don't think its necessary, but if you are paranoid and want it, this is the one that you would need for a current model mustang. Locking Fuel plug | The Official Site for Ford Custom Accessories
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