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Old Dec 6, 2017 | 05:43 AM
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Hey Guys

As you can see the hanger on my gas cap got disconnected lol
How would I properly fix this? I know that I can put a nut or something on there but I don't necessarily like that solution. Does any one know where I can get the clip for this gas cap hanger? With out having to buy a new gas cap I mean.

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Old Dec 6, 2017 | 05:51 AM
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i would go get a panel plug thing from autozone and put it in there


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Old Dec 6, 2017 | 06:35 AM
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Or go to Nissan and pay like $10 for the plastic cap.
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Old Dec 6, 2017 | 06:41 AM
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Move it over 1/2" to the screw that's right there or zip-tie it
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Old Dec 6, 2017 | 07:29 AM
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Originally Posted by iideadeyeii
Move it over 1/2" to the screw that's right there or zip-tie it
You ARE the best.

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Old Dec 6, 2017 | 08:15 AM
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I would be more concerned with the rust on your quarter panel than the hardware that holds your gas cap leash.
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Old Dec 7, 2017 | 10:38 AM
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Replace it with a lockable one?
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Old Dec 7, 2017 | 11:51 AM
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Screw-type retainer clip:

https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Retainer-Fasteners-Bumper-Fender/dp/B00MJU6JEK/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1512679802&sr=8-16&keywords=screw+retainer+clip https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Retainer-Fasteners-Bumper-Fender/dp/B00MJU6JEK/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1512679802&sr=8-16&keywords=screw+retainer+clip
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Originally Posted by travlee
i would go get a panel plug thing from autozone and put it in there

got one of these and it works wonderfully- and if it fails- well- damn cheap and easy to replace
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Thanks for the suggestions guys. I really appreciate it.
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Old Dec 9, 2017 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by iideadeyeii
I would be more concerned with the rust on your quarter panel than the hardware that holds your gas cap leash.
Yeah I want to repair that. If anyone knows a decent body shop in central Florida let me know.
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