L1 charge port door always unlocked mod

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I got tired of forgetting to unlock it and i park in secure areas. So I made a little plastic doohicky (goes behind release handle) to keep the cable pulled just enough to allow the door to stay unlocked. I will post a few pics later.
 
Mine only is open about 1/4 inch or a cm.

I didn't like that either, but I would have to spend more time experimenting.

I was thinking of fine tuning the shim thickness so the lock engages slightly to hold the door in, but not locked.
 
How about rigging one of these up?

http://www.lowes.com/pd_148368-37672-881688_4294711029__?productId=3013915&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_qty_sales_dollar%7C1&facetInfo=

It'll hold the door flush like it's latched, but just push in on it and it'll pop out. You might have to remove the spring on the door, though.
 
Good idea if it fits in that tiny space without obstructing the charger.

Seems like the a good option to leave unlocked for most people.

Is j1772 security an issue at all? I don't see how .

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SAE_J1772
"The J1772 standard includes several levels of shock protection, ensuring the safety..."

It must be locking is considered an expected feature.

Anyway the next gen EV's will have 3X range so less frequent charging...
http://www.electric-vehiclenews.com/2014/11/next-generation-gs-yuasa-lithium-ion.html
 

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