locking gas cap removal without key - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

NYC-10 · 02-08-2009, 07:26 PM

anyone know how to remove without the key?

oldblue1968chevy · 02-08-2009, 07:30 PM

Shoot mine dont even work (the locking part) i just needed a new gas cap that didnt leak down my bedside..

but are you asking how to unlock your gascap without the key?

Wreckless_71 · 02-08-2009, 07:34 PM

lol... good luck. You have to punch the lock cylinder out. My buddy had to do his and the cylinder is still sliding around in the bottom of his tank lol...

Tx Firefighter · 02-08-2009, 07:45 PM

I screw a slide hammer into the key slot and bang it out.

justcuz · 02-08-2009, 07:48 PM

If your good you can pick it.

NYC-10 · 02-08-2009, 07:51 PM

FALSE ALARM--- I just found the key-thanks for the replies

hotrodhomi · 02-08-2009, 08:01 PM

note to self: Self, get an extra gas key

68gmsee · 02-08-2009, 08:27 PM

Some of the new ones made out of plastic are so cheaply made that you can pry them off.

I haven't tried that on the metal one I bought from Napa but they sure don't fit as good as they should.

70LonghornCST · 02-08-2009, 08:31 PM

You might try picking the lock anyway. Chances are, you'll lose the keys again

justcuz · 02-08-2009, 08:37 PM

I put the gas key on the ring with the car key...for this very reason. I can't tell you how many times I've gone to the gas station and the gas key was gone. I get home and ask where's the gas key for the pickup? Oh was that what that key in the ashtray is for, sorry I just thought it was a spare. So now I put it on the ring. That way the family figures it goes to the truck. Course nobody uses it but me. Isn't it funny that every time you install a locking cap on a car it seems to show up needing a fill up when you drive it more often than before.

mark 68 · 02-09-2009, 01:03 AM

Its pretty easy to take a locking gas cap off with out damaging the lock or truck. Find some keys similar to the original key (size and style). Then you put the key in and try to twist and at the same time work the key in and out. Called raking a lock. Also look around at some tool shows for auto entry kit. It costs about $10.00 and usually comes with a tool to remove the Gas cap called a jigger. If all else fails try to shoot it off.

**El Jay** · 02-09-2009, 03:02 AM

I keep my gas cap keys on my key ring.
And I keep a spare key on the rod for the right side sun visor in case somebody need to borrow one of the truck.

One day a lady friend saw the key & asked what it was for.
I told her, "Gas cap."
She says, "Somebody could break into your truck and steal all your gas."
I replied. "Sweetheart, if somebody breaks into my truck, I got more to worry about that a few gallons of gas."

longhorn70gmc · 02-09-2009, 02:57 PM

The thieves got mine off with quik efficient removal. They used a screw driver and pushed on the little tabs that stick out. By doing this they were able to rotate it out.
They didn't hurt the tank at all. I have since made a lock they will never get off unless you cut a hole in the cab or hack saw the gas tank. My next step is to fashion undercarrage protection as well. Gas will go back up and our trucks will be targets. GLAD YOU FOUND YOUR KEY!!!!!

longhorn70gmc · 02-09-2009, 02:58 PM

The thieves got mine off with quik efficient removal. They used a screw driver and pushed on the little tabs that stick out. By doing this they were able to rotate it out.
They didn't hurt the tank at all. All of my gas was taken. I have since made a lock they will never get off unless you cut a hole in the cab or hack saw the gas tank. My next step is to fashion undercarrage protection as well. Gas will go back up and our trucks will be targets. GLAD YOU FOUND YOUR KEY!!!!!

Ole Blue 68 · 02-09-2009, 03:15 PM

I got my cap from LMC and I have wondered ever since if each of the caps was keyed individually or if one key would unlock them all. What do you all think?

PanelDeland · 02-09-2009, 08:00 PM

Spare gas key in the truck but have a spare key for the ignition/locks made and put in your wallet.It can take the place of the credit card you would have paid the locksmith with.

It's also a good way to handle the Valet.like any of us valet park our trucks

But it is handy for a dd also.

*Shane* · 02-09-2009, 09:27 PM

Mine never has enough gas in it to steal.

02-08-2009, 07:26 PM	#1
NYC-10 screamin eagle Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: westbury ny Posts: 237	locking gas cap removal without key anyone know how to remove without the key? __________________ SCREAMIN EAGLE

02-08-2009, 07:30 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: locking gas cap removal without key Shoot mine dont even work (the locking part) i just needed a new gas cap that didnt leak down my bedside.. but are you asking how to unlock your gascap without the key? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-08-2009, 07:34 PM	#3
Wreckless_71 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kelso, WA Posts: 363	Re: locking gas cap removal without key lol... good luck. You have to punch the lock cylinder out. My buddy had to do his and the cylinder is still sliding around in the bottom of his tank lol... __________________ 1972 K10 4" lift, 35’s, 383 stroker, 700r4, current project. 1971 C10 3"/5" static drop, 355/350. "La Bamba.” The current daily driver.

02-08-2009, 07:45 PM	#4
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: locking gas cap removal without key I screw a slide hammer into the key slot and bang it out. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

02-08-2009, 07:48 PM	#5
justcuz Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Alta Loma, Ca. Posts: 930	Re: locking gas cap removal without key If your good you can pick it.

02-08-2009, 07:51 PM	#6
NYC-10 screamin eagle Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: westbury ny Posts: 237	Re: locking gas cap removal without key FALSE ALARM--- I just found the key-thanks for the replies __________________ SCREAMIN EAGLE

02-08-2009, 08:01 PM	#7
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: locking gas cap removal without key note to self: Self, get an extra gas key __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

02-08-2009, 08:27 PM	#8
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: locking gas cap removal without key Some of the new ones made out of plastic are so cheaply made that you can pry them off. I haven't tried that on the metal one I bought from Napa but they sure don't fit as good as they should.

02-08-2009, 08:31 PM	#9
70LonghornCST Moderator Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 5,775	Re: locking gas cap removal without key You might try picking the lock anyway. Chances are, you'll lose the keys again __________________ 2018 Chevy Crew Cab 2006 Impala SS 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury 1970 Chevy Longhorn Bucket Seats Shoulder Belts Front Tow Hooks Factory Air Factory Speedwarning, Tach & Vaccum Factory Tilt CST Package AM/FM Radio Bumper Guards Richard 70 Longhorn CST Build Adding an AM/FM Decal

02-08-2009, 08:37 PM	#10
justcuz Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Alta Loma, Ca. Posts: 930	Re: locking gas cap removal without key I put the gas key on the ring with the car key...for this very reason. I can't tell you how many times I've gone to the gas station and the gas key was gone. I get home and ask where's the gas key for the pickup? Oh was that what that key in the ashtray is for, sorry I just thought it was a spare. So now I put it on the ring. That way the family figures it goes to the truck. Course nobody uses it but me. Isn't it funny that every time you install a locking cap on a car it seems to show up needing a fill up when you drive it more often than before.

02-09-2009, 01:03 AM	#11
mark 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: texas Posts: 84	Re: locking gas cap removal without key Its pretty easy to take a locking gas cap off with out damaging the lock or truck. Find some keys similar to the original key (size and style). Then you put the key in and try to twist and at the same time work the key in and out. Called raking a lock. Also look around at some tool shows for auto entry kit. It costs about $10.00 and usually comes with a tool to remove the Gas cap called a jigger. If all else fails try to shoot it off.

02-09-2009, 03:02 AM	#12
El Jay Gone to greener pastures Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gateway to the Delta Posts: 7,354	Re: locking gas cap removal without key I keep my gas cap keys on my key ring. And I keep a spare key on the rod for the right side sun visor in case somebody need to borrow one of the truck. One day a lady friend saw the key & asked what it was for. I told her, "Gas cap." She says, "Somebody could break into your truck and steal all your gas." I replied. "Sweetheart, if somebody breaks into my truck, I got more to worry about that a few gallons of gas." __________________ '69 Chevy 1/2 T LWB Stepper: Daily Beater '72 GMC 3/4 T Fleet: Another Daily Beater '72 Plymouth Gran Coupe: ? "Ah women. They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent." Friedrich Nietzsche "Never kick a fresh turd on a hot day." Harry S. Truman GUN CONTROL: Never having to say, "I missed you." Always fire two warning shots into your attacker's chest area before putting a bullet between his eyes. Paraphrased from Louis Awerbuck

02-09-2009, 02:57 PM	#13
longhorn70gmc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Ridgecrest. CA, USA Posts: 1,715	Re: locking gas cap removal without key The thieves got mine off with quik efficient removal. They used a screw driver and pushed on the little tabs that stick out. By doing this they were able to rotate it out. They didn't hurt the tank at all. I have since made a lock they will never get off unless you cut a hole in the cab or hack saw the gas tank. My next step is to fashion undercarrage protection as well. Gas will go back up and our trucks will be targets. GLAD YOU FOUND YOUR KEY!!!!! __________________ Billy 1970 GMC Sierra Grande 402/TH400 (Longhorn)14 years and counting rebuild! 1975 (Build) Chevrolet SWB 4X4 350 SB Lifted 6 inches 1970 Ford F250 Ranger 390 BB 2010 Ford Super Duty F250 XLT W/4 inch lift kit and Pro Comp Tires Hub Cap Freak! *I need another truck like I need another hole in the head!* I'M IN THE MARKET...AS IT WERE!

02-09-2009, 02:58 PM	#14
longhorn70gmc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Ridgecrest. CA, USA Posts: 1,715	Re: locking gas cap removal without key The thieves got mine off with quik efficient removal. They used a screw driver and pushed on the little tabs that stick out. By doing this they were able to rotate it out. They didn't hurt the tank at all. All of my gas was taken. I have since made a lock they will never get off unless you cut a hole in the cab or hack saw the gas tank. My next step is to fashion undercarrage protection as well. Gas will go back up and our trucks will be targets. GLAD YOU FOUND YOUR KEY!!!!! __________________ Billy 1970 GMC Sierra Grande 402/TH400 (Longhorn)14 years and counting rebuild! 1975 (Build) Chevrolet SWB 4X4 350 SB Lifted 6 inches 1970 Ford F250 Ranger 390 BB 2010 Ford Super Duty F250 XLT W/4 inch lift kit and Pro Comp Tires Hub Cap Freak! *I need another truck like I need another hole in the head!* I'M IN THE MARKET...AS IT WERE!

02-09-2009, 03:15 PM	#15
Ole Blue 68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Philly Posts: 1,140	Re: locking gas cap removal without key I got my cap from LMC and I have wondered ever since if each of the caps was keyed individually or if one key would unlock them all. What do you all think?



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02-09-2009, 08:00 PM	#16
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: locking gas cap removal without key Spare gas key in the truck but have a spare key for the ignition/locks made and put in your wallet.It can take the place of the credit card you would have paid the locksmith with. It's also a good way to handle the Valet.like any of us valet park our trucks But it is handy for a dd also. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil" Last edited by PanelDeland; 02-09-2009 at 08:02 PM.

02-09-2009, 09:27 PM	#17
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: locking gas cap removal without key Mine never has enough gas in it to steal.

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