Jotun Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 Hi guys, I thought I'd see if anyone had any advice before I start breaking things by trying to fix this problem myself... Anyway, my fuel cap does not sit very flush with the body of the car around it, you can almost get your fingers under it at the bottom. Has anyone else had this problem and is there some part of the hinge or something that I can adjust so it fits better? I have some pics below so you can hopefully see the issue. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xStric9x Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 I had the same problem when viewing my car and was one of the things i asked them to put right. I'm sorry i can't be of any help as it was fixed when i picked her up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry3167 Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 I have the same problem too, be interested to see the response to this!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT1703 Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 Me too. I did try a bit of jiggery pokery with the plastic hinge but was scared to snap it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev-the-Rev Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 I think its just the crappy Nissan fit tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 The plastic hinge is very flexable but do not blame me if you snap it off There are a couple of screws that you will see with the flap open, try slackening them off and adjusting as required, but usually a good twist will realign it. Be Brave........ Alex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richt Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 The plastic hinge is very flexable but do not blame me if you snap it off There are a couple of screws that you will see with the flap open, try slackening them off and adjusting as required, but usually a good twist will realign it. Be Brave........ Alex. +1 I did that, all good now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT1703 Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Fabcy a trip to Aberdeen to do mine then ..... York to Aberdeen surely wont take that long !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adriank Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Mines not flush either, ill have a go adjusting it later on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 It might be worth heating the plastic up a bit with a hairdryer before you start to try and bend it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richt Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Fabcy a trip to Aberdeen to do mine then ..... York to Aberdeen surely wont take that long !! Will pop up before work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matth76 Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I have the same problem too, be interested to see the response to this!! Mine's the same too although hardly noticable unless you are really looking. It's because the petrol cap is plastic and most 350zs' petrol cap does not sit flush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixy Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 mine's the same! I also sloshed petrol on myself last time i filled it up...............but that'a another story. In fact when i stayed with martin he witnessed my filling up fiascos as he had to ask the shop people to turn the pump back on for me it took so long to fill! ha ha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT1703 Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Fabcy a trip to Aberdeen to do mine then ..... York to Aberdeen surely wont take that long !! Will pop up before work! Excellent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M350ZB Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 mine's the same! I also sloshed petrol on myself last time i filled it up...............but that'a another story. In fact when i stayed with martin he witnessed my filling up fiascos as he had to ask the shop people to turn the pump back on for me it took so long to fill! ha ha :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Chris`I Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I also sloshed petrol on myself last time i filled it up...............but that'a another story. In fact when i stayed with martin he witnessed my filling up fiascos as he had to ask the shop people to turn the pump back on for me it took so long to fill! ha ha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimm Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I HAVE THE PERFECT SOLUTION WITHOUT BENDING OR HEATING ANYTHING UP !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I HAVE THE PERFECT SOLUTION WITHOUT BENDING OR HEATING ANYTHING UP !! Which is? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimm Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Hang on i am just taking a picture...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 This may be of some use. http://www.350z-tech.com/zwiki/TSB_04-0 ... s_Not_Open Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimm Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Within the first week of having my car i noticed my fuel cap poking out or on the *iss. As in my picture you will notice two black screws. These will control the position of the cap centrally. I decided to get some tiny washers and one at a time pack behind the cap and adjusted the position in-line with the body work. Mine was really far out so i had to put a few washers behind and replace the original screw with a longer one. This is a fiddly job but it will work. It now sits perfect. Hope this help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Nice one mate, sure that will help some others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT1703 Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Good advice , cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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