Protect against fuel theft

RIVER CANAL RESCUE is advising boat owners to put a lock on their fuel caps after witnessing numerous cases of stolen fuel.

Managing director, Stephanie Horton, warns:

“Fuel siphoning from tanks is sadly becoming a common issue, and it’s nationwide. We can’t tell if the thieves are getting to boats via the towpath or on the water, but to deter them, put a separate lock on your fuel cap.”

Perished fuel cap seals

Perished fuel cap seals are another problem, as they allow water to enter the fuel tank and cause diesel bug.

Stephanie reminds:

“People need to check and if necessary, change the seal on their fuel cap. A continuous cruiser, for example, may fill up every few weeks, so within a year, the seal will distort and begin to perish. It’s a simple thing to do, yet many people don’t even know they have a seal.”