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04-25-2023, 02:41 PM

twobjshelbys twobjshelbys is offline

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Originally Posted by Blas

If you are going to replace what you have, I suggest a replacement with a standard gas cap under the lid. Without a cap you will probably experience fuel and/or vapors escaping thru the lid. Very difficult to maintain a proper seal with only a large o-ring.
Blas

My CSX had a live cap and I never had any issues with any kinds of leaks - fuel or vapors. If my recollection is correct mine had a flat washer and sealed pretty well.

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