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Tech Tip: Locking Gas Caps
Motorhomes carry a lot of expensive fuel, and with the high prices, theft by siphoning has increased. In addition, The Car Care Council estimates that 17% of vehicles on the road have gas caps that are either damaged, loose or are missing altogether, causing 147 million gallons of gasoline to vaporize every year.

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If your coach does not have a locking fuel door, install a locking cap on the fuel filler. Most gasoline-powered coaches use a threaded cap which is widely available at auto parts stores and RV shops. Check here, for example. Locking caps for larger diesels may be available at truck stops, parts and repair shops.

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