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ruben



Member Since: 04 Feb 2021
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Defender MY23, and what the fuel tank closure is like!
I can’t see it, Is the fuel tank free entry to all my friends and enemies too? seriously I can't see how the fuel tank can be closed, do I have to understand that it stays open? If so, I can't believe it!!

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Post #1036402 3rd Jun 2024 6:50pm
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Retroanaconda



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The fuel cap door used to lock on older vehicles but it was discontinued some time ago, due to microchip shortages apparently.

There is a usual anti-siphon trap so it will be difficult to steal fuel.
Post #1036406 3rd Jun 2024 7:36pm
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ruben



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ok, I didn't know about it, thank you for your kind response!! Thumbs Up
Post #1036410 3rd Jun 2024 7:58pm
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tonyp



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Retroanaconda wrote:
The fuel cap door used to lock on older vehicles but it was discontinued some time ago, due to microchip shortages apparently.

There is a usual anti-siphon trap so it will be difficult to steal fuel.


My MY24 has the locking fuel cap, was surprised as no mention on the spec - only realised when locking the car when refuelling and couldn’t open the flap. Tony

MY24 - 110 D300 HSE in Tasman Blue with White Contrast Roof. Air Suspension, Off-Road Pack, Towing Pack, Three-zone Climate Control, HUD, Cold Climate Pack, Classic Mud-Flaps, Fixed Side Steps, Wheel Arch Protection, Rear Recovery Eyes. Plus a few extras to keep the Cocker Spaniel safe & happy.
Post #1036413 3rd Jun 2024 8:10pm
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Retroanaconda



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That’s good. I guess they found a box of chips somewhere in the factory.
Post #1036418 3rd Jun 2024 9:10pm
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Moo



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My MY23.5 doesn't have a locking filler cap. I had to buy one! Twisted Evil

https://www.mudstuff.co.uk/products/l663-d...g-fuel-cap

However, there are lots around. Thumbs Up Eiger Grey MY23 D250 SE with bits. Known as Noddy.
Post #1036431 3rd Jun 2024 11:19pm
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Moo



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Retroanaconda wrote:
The fuel cap door used to lock on older vehicles but it was discontinued some time ago, due to microchip shortages apparently.

There is a usual anti-siphon trap so it will be difficult to steal fuel.


Its not Whistle Eiger Grey MY23 D250 SE with bits. Known as Noddy.
Post #1036432 3rd Jun 2024 11:20pm
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TexasRover



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The anti siphoning is quite effective. When my Discovery 4 TdV6 cratered (and with it my love for the brand), I had just brimmed it with diesel. In an attempt to recover it I tried to transfer it out into my Defender Td5 - the one that has an engine that does not habitually crater - but I failed to do so, tried everything you just can seem to get down to the fluid.

Just to kick a man when he is down, the Euro 10k write off (this is France) left my drive with Euro 120 of perfectly usable diesel. Love the Discovery, had 5. 4 petrol and 1 with this POS engine.
Post #1036435 4th Jun 2024 7:01am
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