Rullingen Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I've currently got the standard Rover fuel filler cap and I want to fit an Aero cap. I've obviously got a filler neck already, but is it compatible with the Aero cap (HERE) or do I need to buy the whole kit (HERE) with the neck included? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speedmanual Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Extra Weight and Complexity! 😬 Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myothercarsa2cv Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Talk to Linds at Seven Speed - he has a rather superior solution that I would copy if I had two pennies to rub together in the car fund ☹️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rullingen Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 Peter, I partly agree with you (although I'm surprised if it weighs more than the standard cap). However, my reason for wanting to change is because the body paint around the existing fuel cap is reacting quite badly with the petrol and I don't now how else to prevent the damage from spreading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBL Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 With the aero cap, one can choose to not lock the cap (and thus not need the key), but with the standard cap one must always use the key to remove the cap. Sorry, no idea if the hose is interchangeable between the two. Edited by - BBL on 29 Apr 2011 07:12:11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 Quoting Rullingen: I've currently got the standard Rover fuel filler cap and I want to fit an Aero cap. I've obviously got a filler neck already, but is it compatible with the Aero cap (HERE) or do I need to buy the whole kit (HERE) with the neck included? I guess the guys in Dartford will know when you call them to order Edited by - RJ on 30 Apr 2011 12:58:47 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskossie Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 Linds at Seven Speed has a solution that involves fitting a larger aero cap to eliminate the slow-fill problems of the standard aero cap. But I understand that CC now has a re-designed standard aero cap that also eliminates this problem, and does not require a new, larger hole in the rear panel. I've got one on order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fil M Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 What a timely question Rullingen I am in exactly the same position and not sure whether to go Caterham cap only or Seven speeds offering. The filling issue is the crux. Mine is a fuel injected 2001 K series SV with original cap. She fills up ok if i take care. I would be very interested in what direction you go. As things stand I was going to ring Caterham to see what their cap or cap/pipe offers for the cost and if the refilling issue is resolved. I like to buy Caterham where poss as it supports the future of the car...so long as the kit works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 Quoting Fil M: I like to buy Caterham where poss as it supports the future of the car...so long as the kit works. *thumbup* *thumbup* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeman Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 It is possible to fit the aero filler cap to the original neck, but you do have to a little work with a Dremmel. It doesn't take long and neither does it compromise the seal of the cap. The neck that you buy in the kit has been modified in the same way but you're paying nearly thirty quid extra for the privilege. Be lucky!! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rullingen Posted April 30, 2011 Author Share Posted April 30, 2011 Thanks Martin. Is it possible to easily describe the modification necessary? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speedmanual Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I like to buy Caterham where poss as it supports the future of the car...so long as the kit works.wink smiley When a cottage industry owned by a family, yes. The last 6 years and more so the last few days show that the future of Caterham is no longer in the realms of whether one buys a flap accessory from their parts dept. If you are going to modify your car, then it is nice to use the best parts available and to have a choice. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Quoting RJ: Quoting Rullingen: I've currently got the standard Rover fuel filler cap and I want to fit an Aero cap. I've obviously got a filler neck already, but is it compatible with the Aero cap (HERE) or do I need to buy the whole kit (HERE) with the neck included? I guess the guys in Dartford will know when you call them to order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rullingen Posted April 30, 2011 Author Share Posted April 30, 2011 Thanks RJ. I was listening . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Sorry, Tried to edit the post to remove the email notification Instead I have somehow produced a double post Didn't mean to be rude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Quoting RJ: Quoting Rullingen: I've currently got the standard Rover fuel filler cap and I want to fit an Aero cap. I've obviously got a filler neck already, but is it compatible with the Aero cap (HERE) or do I need to buy the whole kit (HERE) with the neck included? I guess the guys in Dartford will know when you call them to order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 And it just happened again What's happening? Answer: I hit the wrong button. All these smart "new" features... *redface* *redface* *redface* *redface* *redface* *redface* *redface* Edited by - RJ on 30 Apr 2011 12:58:27 Edited by - RJ on 30 Apr 2011 13:00:35 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rullingen Posted April 30, 2011 Author Share Posted April 30, 2011 Well at least it's staying at the top 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeman Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Quoting Rullingen: Thanks Martin. Is it possible to easily describe the modification necessary? to be honest not really, but once you have the aero cap and the neck in your hands it will all become very obvious. It's a simple case of removing a metal lip that sits just inside the filler end of the neck. Sorry I can't be of more use other than to say that if I can do it, anyone can 😬 Be lucky!! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fil M Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Whilst I do like to support the peeps at CC by buying their products I did add a caveat ...'if it works *smile*' If the one they do is twice the price and doesnt work very well theres no point buying. If it works well I can then choose who to give my money to. Didnt really want to aggravate anyone over it. Sorry if I did. I havent got a Dremmell. Would a very hungry Hamster be able to nibble the bit off? would be cheaper than a Dremmell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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