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Old Nov 30, 2018 | 01:03 PM
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This might seem petty to some but this is for anyone with a '70 model (or it may be the same for all C3s) ... I removed my tank filler neck didn't take notice of the orientation of the handle on the gas cap when tight. With the "OPEN SLOWLY CAUTION" on top, there appears are to be only two options, either 2 o'clock or 4 o'clock. Thanks!
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If I understand what you're asking... My 1970 gas cap can be clocked in three positions. 12:00, 4:00 & 8:00.

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The fuel cap police will be checking....:
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Thanks Iceaxe and Greg that's what I needed. 7T1 ... yes I know its lame lol.
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I never worried about the clocking of my gas cap before.... but... I'm pretty sure every time I put it on now I'll be clocking it at 12:00... Hahaha...
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Originally Posted by Iceaxe
I never worried about the clocking of my gas cap before.... but... I'm pretty sure every time I put it on now I'll be clocking it at 12:00... Hahaha...
Come to think of it neither did I. 😂
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