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Old 07-02-2018, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Brosef
I also think the aluminum look is kind of cheap. would actually prefer the regular black plastic cap than a plastic cap masquerading as aluminum.
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Old 07-02-2018, 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by ipse dixit

But think how much more weight an actual aluminum cap would add!
Not to mention resulting undistributed weight and distortion of axial loads over the differentials which could also cause LSD misinterpretation and the dreaded mustang-spinning syndrome... Go figure!
Old 07-02-2018, 06:23 PM
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I put one of these in every Porsche since 2007, even my Cayenne has one.
Old 07-02-2018, 06:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Brosef
sounds like a great idea... until you accidentally drop it while fumbling with it and it swings down and hits your fender (possibly chipping the paint). not worth the risk, even if you think you'd never drop it.
OK, I'm back to the Carbon Fiber option then

Or metal without the tether...
Old 07-02-2018, 06:46 PM
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I did pts plasti dip on mine.
Old 07-02-2018, 06:48 PM
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Am I the only one that prefers the plain black plastic cap? It's a better match for all the plastic aero trim bits on the car, IMO. Bonus that it's free...
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Does anybody know what the weight of the plastic Versus the aluminum?
Old 07-03-2018, 08:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Jimmy-D
I am a sucker.

I always order it.
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Old 03-29-2019, 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by MJones
The Aluminum Look fuel tank cap is included !
Sunset has these on sale for $96
https://www.sunsetporscheparts.com/o...ap-pcg20127100
Old 03-29-2019, 01:05 PM
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try opening a real aluminum fuel cap with bare hands on a hot day, or refueling after a track session...
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Like the cap
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Originally Posted by Thinker23
This.
Funny enough, this has come back full circle. I didn’t order it on my 3RS but Porsche decided to throw it in for free.
Old 03-30-2019, 02:33 AM
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Please don't judge me but I ripped the tether cord off mine!!
Old 03-30-2019, 09:12 AM
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I went aftermarket for mine. Much less $ and quality is just as good IMHO.


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