Can't get the expantion tank cap off!
 

Today I was checking my oil level and topped up my headlight and windscreen washer tanks but when I tried to open the expantion tank the cap would not turn at all. http://www.mini2.com/forum/images/smilies/eek.gif
Does anyone have any ideas on how to get the cap off without breaking the expantion tank.
I've allready cut my finger trying. http://www.mini2.com/forum/images/smilies/frown.gif

A slip joint plier should do the trick. I have to use that when opening the cap on my brake fluid reservoir.

You may be able to ease your plight by wrapping a soaked towel around the cap - any gunk in the threads should absorb the water and make it easier to remove.

That or just wrap a towel around it and use a channel-lock on it.

Pick up a strap wrench at Sears or equiv... that'll do it.

YD

Just like opening a jar of pickles--heat up the cap. Try a hair dryer--watch the temps. Good luck

Thanks for all your reply's. I managed to get it off with a cloth and a pipe wrench.