phanomenal07 Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 Hey guy it’s been in the low 20 and teens here in philly. I tried opening the gas cap today and the key only goes half way in. I can’t turn it or anything. Is it possible that the gas cap is frozen stuck? The tank is full with fuel stabilizer in it. I just wanted to take a look inside but couldnt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member bornagainbiker Posted December 31, 2017 Premium Member Share Posted December 31, 2017 Ran into the same thing with my FZ--it was frozen. It doesn't take much condensation to cause a lock to freeze. Couple drops of lock de-icer should do the trick. Give Respect To Get Respect https://jeff-galbraith.pixels.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member blackout Posted December 31, 2017 Premium Member Share Posted December 31, 2017 During the summer my key was going in rough. Some WD-40 fixed it. Should help in the winter too. Craig Mapstone Upstate New York Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1limited Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 1 hour ago, phanomenal07 said: Hey guy it’s been in the low 20 and teens here in philly. I tried opening the gas cap today and the key only goes half way in. I can’t turn it or anything. Is it possible that the gas cap is frozen stuck? The tank is full with fuel stabilizer in it. I just wanted to take a look inside but couldnt De-Icer or 1 cub rubbing alcohol 2 cups water “Laws that forbid the carrying of arms disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes.” --Thomas Jefferson quoting Cesare Beccaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 17 hours ago, bornagainbiker said: Ran into the same thing with my FZ--it was frozen. It doesn't take much condensation to cause a lock to freeze. Couple drops of lock de-icer should do the trick. When I lived up north I had that stuff around all the time in the winter for just that reason and clearing frozen over windshields. That stuff works great! There was this one chick I met in the winter at band camp and ...... never mind. 😉 Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phanomenal07 Posted January 1, 2018 Author Share Posted January 1, 2018 Will lubing it with graphite prevent this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member bornagainbiker Posted January 1, 2018 Premium Member Share Posted January 1, 2018 30 minutes ago, phanomenal07 said: Will lubing it with graphite prevent this? Don't know that it would prevent freezing, but graphite will make it work smoother overall. Give Respect To Get Respect https://jeff-galbraith.pixels.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1limited Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 7 hours ago, phanomenal07 said: Will lubing it with graphite prevent this? Would not use graphite Personally. WD40 yes. Get yourself a microfiber drying rag at any auto parts store. Just lay it over the gas cap when parked. If outside get a couple of small bungies to ensure it stays in place “Laws that forbid the carrying of arms disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes.” --Thomas Jefferson quoting Cesare Beccaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted January 2, 2018 Share Posted January 2, 2018 20 hours ago, phanomenal07 said: Will lubing it with graphite prevent this? That's a good lubricant but I don't think graphite prevents the expansion of freezing moisture. That's what causes the seize up. Edit: then again, I could be wrong. (go to part 5 of 6) https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-prevent-car-doors-from-freezing-shut Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phanomenal07 Posted January 2, 2018 Author Share Posted January 2, 2018 Thanks guys. I’ll try it tomorrow when the temp gets back up to the thirties. Be nice to finally ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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