Ways to Prevent Stolen Gas
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Updated: 3:38 PM Jun 20, 2008
Ways to Prevent Stolen Gas
Staunton, Va.
With rising gas prices some are resorting to desperate measures to avoid paying at the pump.
Posted: 6:27 PM Jun 19, 2008
Reporter: Philip Townsend
Email Address: ptownsend@whsv.com
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Posted by: Karla Location: Kansas on Sep 8, 2008 at 04:53 PM

My locking gas cap cost $18, and today when I went to refuel I realized someone has opened my fuel door and REMOVED THE LOCK from my locking gas cap. That explains why I got 6mpg less out of this tank that I ought to have. So much for an anti-theft device.
Posted by: Tony Location: Waynesboro on Jun 20, 2008 at 07:47 AM

If you plan to lock your gas cap, be advised that theives are already cutting your fill tube or will puncture the tank directly to steal your fuel. $10 for the locking cap or hundreds for a new fill tube/tank. You make the call...
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