65 BMW R50 Gas tank

[sclafani]

I'm restoring a R50 and the gas tank has a lock on the cap that I don't have a key. I cannot take the cap off. Any suggestions?

[schrader7032]

Picture?

[sclafani]

here is a picture of cap

[schrader7032]

Thanks...I have an aftermarket gas cap with the letters "HK" on the top, but the key slot is much different than yours. I thought my key might work for you.

[jwonder]

I have one of those. The keys are like skeleton keys and basically jam the cap against the stop. You might be able to use a small Allen wrench, put it in and turn it a bit to jam it against the stop. The cap will turn usually a lot until it jams. Try it and let me know how that works.

[sclafani]

thank you...it didn't't work..I'm going to grind off the rivets on the exterier and hope it will open. also...the is my first BMV restore....any good suggestions regarding parts suppliers?

[Micha]

Do you also have a locked toolbox on the gas tank?
On my R51/3, it is the same key: that of the toolbox also opens the fuel tank lock.

[sclafani]

No there wasn't't a tool box. Going to try a few more things.....if they don't work...I'm going to the grinder.

[sclafani]

this is my first BMW retore......can anyone recommend a good part source?

[schrader7032]

Your best parts source in the US is Bench Mark Works. It has been announced that they're being bought/owned by MaxBMW but it appears they will be around and helpful for some time.

http://www.benchmarkworks.com