Interior Opening Gas Cap Cover

[AndySpill]

Haters come one come all to my utterly harmless question "this week."

It's not my guess that the answer to this question is "yes," but does anyone know of an aftermarket vendor that makes a kit that allows a gasoline cap cover on a JL to be opened only from the vehicle interior like so many other vehicles have? I guess it would be analogous to Lastfit's cabin controlled hood opening kit, only for gasoline.

Second question, would you welcome, pay for, or hate such a feature on a Wrangler? Do you feel it violates its DNA? I can't image that such a change would modify any exterior aspect of the vehicle when compared to those already running MOPAR are aftermarket gasoline cap covers.

TIA

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[AFD]

I've never seen such an aftermarket product.

Personally, I wouldn't mind if the Jeep had one and the regular Mopar/OEM black plastic fuel door looks and feels kinda cheap and junky. Plus, the Gladiator's push-to-open fuel door is already half-way there, so really don't see how it would be stepping on the Jeep's heritage any more than that.

 

[rk911]

I've never heard of or had such a feature on any of the many vehicles we've owned over the years nor would we pay extra for the 'convenience'(?). To each their own...and my opinion has nothing to do with 'pedigree'.

 

[flyer92]

CJs and Wranglers have always been an easy target for vandals and thieves, so I'm all for anything that locks. I don't care if a gas cap cover can be opened from the interior or from the cap itself, as long as it locks. Personally, I prefer the latter because it is cheaper and easier to install.

Not long after I purchased my JL, I purchased a Bolt hood lock and MOPAR locking gas cap that are both keyed to my JL's door key. I love having only one key for all three things. Granted, if someone wants to vandalize or steal something, they'll find a way to do it, but this just makes it difficult enough that they'll move on to someone else's vehicle...hopefully a Bronco or G Wagon.

 

[JPAloha]

I suppose you could look into the parts list for the 4xE’s gas cap cover. It has an electric release but also a manual release from the trunk area. The manual release would probably be quite easy but not overly convenient.

 

[THAW]

Locking gas caps and fuel doors have little functional value.

Most modern vehicles have anti-siphon filler necks. And, a thief who wants the fuel is more likely to drill a hole in the fuel tank (JLs have factory standard fuel tank skid plates, which are a slight deterrent).

 

[flyer92]

Locking gas caps and fuel doors have little functional value.

Most modern vehicles have anti-siphon filler necks. And, a thief who wants the fuel is more likely to drill a hole in the fuel tank (JLs have factory standard fuel tank skid plates, which are a slight deterrent).

True indeed, but I'm more concerned about vandalism these days. I remember not too long ago, there was a rash of vandalism where the perpetrators were simply pouring Pepsi or some other carbonated beverage into the gas fillers. Wranglers were an easy target because most didn't have secure/locking gas caps. Since then, I've always ensured that my gas caps can lock, including those on my former CJ's. Better to spend a few bucks on a relatively cheap locking cap, than contending with major fuel system and engine damage.

 

[dragoneggs]

Great question. I have a JLR heavily modded/accesorized and a BMW 7 series. I have two answers. Hell No... on the JLR and Hell Yes... on the bimmer.

For me... all about mindset...

BMW = business/luxury JLR = Freedom and DIY.

 

[AFD]

Locking gas caps and fuel doors have little functional value.

I'll be looking for your Jeep to snag me a free gas cap after I throw an EVAP recirc code when mine inevitably wears out

Never even knew that gas caps can wear out until all this emission stuff, then experienced this on my last vehicle and know a few others that eventually had the same issue. It takes several years, but I'm guessing the extreme temp swings from -32 to 100°F around here eventually damages the rubber seals. Makes me wonder if running without a fuel door (or the less "sealed" plastic OEM door) will only accelerate this.

It's only $30 to $40 for a new one, but throwing that damn code could be multiple other things not as simple to diagnose.. road salt corroded the fuel filler neck, vacuum line pulled loose, sensor went bad, etc. And of course I certainly wouldn't ever steal someone's, but hopefully could just borrow one for a few minutes.

For future reference, does anyone know if the JK uses the same cap?

 

[THAW]

I'll be looking for your Jeep to snag me a free gas cap after I throw an EVAP recirc code when mine inevitably wears out

Just don't take my tires/wheels when your tires wear out, please.

 

[AFD]

Just don't take my tires/wheels when your tires wear out, please.

Lol, I ain't a pit crew. That shit would take forever

Unscrewing an exposed gas cap and maybe some antennas are probably the only things on any modern vehicle that would take just a few seconds for someone to steal. And we all know the guys driving those crazy angry Jeeps make questionable decisions.

 

[Max Headroom]

Haters come one come all to my utterly harmless question "this week."

It's not my guess that the answer to this question is "yes," but does anyone know of an aftermarket vendor that makes a kit that allows a gasoline cap cover on a JL to be opened only from the vehicle interior like so many other vehicles have? I guess it would be analogous to Lastfit's cabin controlled hood opening kit, only for gasoline.

Second question, would you welcome, pay for, or hate such a feature on a Wrangler? Do you feel it violates its DNA? I can't image that such a change would modify any exterior aspect of the vehicle when compared to those already running MOPAR are aftermarket gasoline cap covers.

TIA

That would be cool. But for 25 bucks I bought a locking door, which is close enough.

 

[AndySpill]

True indeed, but I'm more concerned about vandalism these days. I remember not too long ago, there was a rash of vandalism where the perpetrators were simply pouring Pepsi or some other carbonated beverage into the gas fillers. Wranglers were an easy target because most didn't have secure/locking gas caps. Since then, I've always ensured that my gas caps can lock, including those on my former CJ's. Better to spend a few bucks on a relatively cheap locking cap, than contending with major fuel system and engine damage.

Thanks Jeff. Your post was my original motivation for blocking access: not so much fear of siphoned off gasoline or even a stolen gas cap but what junk someone up to know good could pour into the tank.

@THAW: right on track. Your arrogance and stupidity finding someone's idea silly. Nothing new. Post an original thread here and increase your count of same by 50%, from 2 to 3 (literally,) rather than seeking to ambush threads (of mine.) Your anger seems to interfere with your ability to reason well.

Of course posting an idea might make you vulnerable to the very criticism you thrive on delivering.

Your post above, from another member: written off as them having a bad day. But with you its a pattern. Learn to play better in the forum sandbox.

Locking gas caps and fuel doors have little functional value.

Most modern vehicles have anti-siphon filler necks. And, a thief who wants the fuel is more likely to drill a hole in the fuel tank (JLs have factory standard fuel tank skid plates, which are a slight deterrent).

 

[yokramer]

Seems like a solution looking for a problem.

 

[AndySpill]

Seems like a solution looking for a problem.

I respect your criticism. After all I asked for opinions.

I also wish to understand where it introduces issue to your mine. Is it the challenge of the aftermarket installation, the cost vesrus the likelihood of tampering, etc.?

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