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SuperSport2011 · 06-21-2013, 10:25 PM

here is a locking gas cap that I got. it configures to your car key http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ocking+gas+cap

hworth18 · 06-21-2013, 10:28 PM

One of the first things I did was to buy a locking gas cap from the dealer. They will say the only one available is for the export Camaro, but it works just fine and there is a DIY on here that helps with keying the lock to your ignition key.

CWI · 06-22-2013, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Comrando

I recall seeing a TV show years ago. The guy's neighbor was always checking his mileage so the guy started adding gas to the neighbor's car.

That would throw off his calculations a bit. It would be funny to hear him talking about his good mileage.

BTW, I got the locking cap, it doesn't cost much and is easy to setup to work with your ignition key and install.

rberns · 06-22-2013, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

lol. Now this is a good reason to want one however in my experience, a locking door is not a deterrent to anyone who wants to mess with your car. Give me a slotted screw driver and 30 seconds and I'll have your locking door off and laying on the ground along with some of your quarter panel that I used to pry it open with. Locking doors really are just for looks, not for security as they cause more damage to your car than you would have had if you didn't have it.

If you want something that mostly works, get a locking gas cap, GM has one made for the Camaro. They can still be beat but they are a royal pain to do so.

Give a person 30 seconds and your car will be gone.

PalmerGA · 06-22-2013, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by firedrop

http://defenderworx.com/wp/wp-conten...s/CB1006V3.jpg sweet

anyone have a pic of it actually on a car? i guess i could always paint it red idk..

Just what I need... another key. I'll just trust the anti-siphon system to work and try really hard not to park in areas where thieves hand out.

jd10013 · 06-22-2013, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by rberns

Give a person 30 seconds and your car will be gone.

looking more and more like that, check this out.

http://autos.aol.com/article/car-thi...eak-into-cars/

jd10013 · 06-22-2013, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

Plus anyone that wants your gas will get it the easy and quickest way, reach up under the gas tank and take a screw driver to puncture a hole in the tank.

+1

we also had a problem around here a couple years back where people would crawl under cars with a saws-all and cut off your cat(s). when platinum was running 2400 an ounce they were worth quite a bit of money.

RJT-SS · 06-22-2013, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by firedrop

http://defenderworx.com/wp/wp-conten...s/CB1006V3.jpg sweet

anyone have a pic of it actually on a car? i guess i could always paint it red idk..

Here's a couple pics of mine. Good installation directions also. They are pricey though.

2012-1822 · 06-22-2013, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

If you want something that mostly works, get a locking gas cap, GM has one made for the Camaro. They can still be beat but they are a royal pain to do so.

Parts man at my local dealer said "Chevy doesn't like to use those" when I inquired. So I didn't get one. I don't really know why he said that. Maybe he was an idiot.

The Stig · 06-22-2013, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 2012-1822

Parts man at my local dealer said "Chevy doesn't like to use those" when I inquired. So I didn't get one. I don't really know why he said that. Maybe he was an idiot.

I'd go with the latter. Plenty of members have installed them.

Chevyman2 · 06-22-2013, 08:55 AM

Here is where. I purchased mine real simple DYI. GT344 http://www.rockauto.com/m/mobilecatalog.php

GVA 45TH 2SS · 06-22-2013, 08:22 PM

Link to DIY for gas cap >>> http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...44#post5607244

its cheaper.
Uses your ignition key.

06-21-2013, 10:25 PM	#15
SuperSport2011 Drives: 2011 camaro 2ss/rs rally yellow L99 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 956 View My Garage	here is a locking gas cap that I got. it configures to your car key http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ocking+gas+cap __________________ - Airaid cold air intake - Kooks 1 7/8 long tube headers - Kooks high flow cats - Borla atak 2.5" cat back exhaust - Dyno tune - AFM delete - 94 octane tune - Vitesse paddle shifters - Blacked out rims - Costum painted engine cover - T3 stripes - GM locking gas cap

06-21-2013, 10:28 PM	#16
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06-22-2013, 08:55 AM	#25
Chevyman2 Drives: 2018 zl1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Caswell County, NC Posts: 599 View My Garage	Here is where. I purchased mine real simple DYI. GT344 http://www.rockauto.com/m/mobilecatalog.php Attached Images

06-22-2013, 08:22 PM	#26
GVA 45TH 2SS KNGTFALL Drives: 2012 2SS 45th edition Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: (Near) Charlotte, NC Posts: 1,533	Link to DIY for gas cap >>> http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...44#post5607244 its cheaper. Uses your ignition key.