fastphil666 Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 So i was re-fitting the rear bumper after some tlc (a touch up). The 2 nuts in the drivers rear quarter were tightened up, then i dropped the driver down into the quarter, it fell next to the plastic vent. Ive spent about an hour an a half so far "fishing" with a magnet and string but still no luck. I started to to try an remove the plastic vent but theres no space next to the petrol tank. Ive borrowed a telescopic magnet so tomorow i'll be attempting it again. Anyone else done this and can offer some pearls of wisdom.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pudsey Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 You could reverse stick some sticky duct tape around a stumpy bit of wood. Bit like a match stick would be in appearance. You will get your hand in, and dab the sticky end onto the wrench. Bring it up slowly, and I am sure you’ll get it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rider Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 If you remove the tank cover which is only about 10 bolts then you'll be able to clear out the soil from inside the tank cover and check its inside condition, mine was pretty bad and had about 4kg of soil and stones inside, and then you can get to the cabin air vent bolts. Its a good time to get the tank guard off for a look over as you can still buy that part, around £240 from Toyota or £200 from Mark on the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 I know that vent you mean! It's long shot but you could remove the hockey stick plastic and fittings and then you might be able to find it there, then a sticky rod and push it up toward the vent (obviously if it won't - and I don't think it will - come out the hole. Pic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastphil666 Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 Thanks folks for reaching out. I borrowed a telescopic magnet and had it fished out in 5mins, first try. On 1/17/2021 at 10:46 AM, rider said: If you remove the tank cover which is only about 10 bolts then you'll be able to clear out the soil from inside the tank cover and check its inside condition, mine was pretty bad and had about 4kg of soil and stones inside, and then you can get to the cabin air vent bolts. Its a good time to get the tank guard off for a look over as you can still buy that part, around £240 from Toyota or £200 from Mark on the forum. I should have a look at this now you mention it, can you remove it with the rear bumper in place? The outside has been undersealed and looks ok but i know looks are often misleading. This is the tool i rescued, it had a 1/4" drive on top of the handle and the magnet got it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastphil666 Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 That was its preffered hiding place 20210116_163726.mp4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rider Posted January 20, 2021 Share Posted January 20, 2021 17 hours ago, fastphil666 said: I should have a look at this now you mention it, can you remove it with the rear bumper in place? Yes, it can be removed with the bumper fitted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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