Topic: Gas Cap clip issue

[Bristledisk]

I bought this gas tap from Dave Silver but when try to attach the little retaining clips, one flew across the garage never to be seen again.

See attachment. A few questions.

1. What is this clip called?
2. Where typically do I get a replacement?
3. What's the best method of installing this clip?
4. Are there alternative methods of securing the pins of the gas tank without the clip? Thanks in advance.

[carnivorous chicken]

They're called e-clips.
Might be able to find one at a hardware store that's the right size. Or write to DSS and ask for another. They're the best way to work with those pins, or you can use a small nut and bolt. With the stock pins, you can sometimes get away with reusing them -- they flare at the end once they've been put through the holes, and after tapping them out sometimes they'll still work.
Best way to put them on is... carefully. Needlenose pliers work, pressing them on carefully.

[Steve_K]

 I could also suggest looking at Hondaman's website.  SOHC4shop.com where you can find gas cap hinged screws and bolts.
Steve

[dusterdude]

Hardware store will have it but it will probably be black

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