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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:15 PM
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I've been thinking about investing in a locking gas cap but they can be a real pita. Is anyone hearing about fuel thefts on the increase? I park my truck in a lot for a week at a time and don't want any surprises when I get back. On the Harley forum, on guy has been hit 4 times already. Must be pretty desparate to go after a vehicle that probably onlyhas 2-3 gallons in it.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:23 PM
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ebay has some nice ones for around $20. i was thinking about getting one myself.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:25 PM
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roadking096Good point as the price goes up....up the chances increase. I'm surprised that someone hasn't stolen a Semi fuel truck and buried the trailer on his land and abondon the truck somewhere else. 7.5k gallons is a very tempting target. Several years of need.[sm=icon_cheers.gif]
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:30 PM
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I bought a locking cap for my Transferflow, might as well get one for the main tank. Would be great to get them keyed alike.

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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:30 PM
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I don't think fuel tankers are ever left unattended. Haz-mat plus most I see are day cabs. But It's just a matter of time...
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:47 PM
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Isn't there an anti siphon ball in the neck on our trucks?
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:59 PM
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Those locking caps will not keep a thief out. My dad had them in the 70's and they are very easy to pick. I don't mean to rain on anyones parade but I wouldn't spend the money on one.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 06:02 PM
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Maybe they do. I remember trying to siphon gas from my wifes old acura when she traded it and gave up.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 07:03 PM
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roadking096Good point as the price goes up....up the chances increase. I'm surprised that someone hasn't stolen a Semi fuel truck and buried the trailer on his land and abondon the truck somewhere else. 7.5k gallons is a very tempting target. Several years of need.[sm=icon_cheers.gif]
yeah i was looking at one at a gas station yesterday.....


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