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02-03-08, 04:47 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Western Slope Colorado
Posts: 20
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How to Mount 5-Gal Gas Can on Tacoma
Hi,
I would like to mount a 5-gallon gas can on the back of my 1998 Tacoma to extend its range. I've seen those nice dual-can mounts on the front of some jeeps in pictures on this forum. I would need something nice that will take a lot of vibration, that will secure the can but will let one remove the can easily. I was thinking of mounting it on the back bumper. I'm not real keen on mounting the holder directly on the tailgate. Can somebody steer me in the right direction here? TIA |
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02-03-08, 09:47 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Foothill Ranch, CA
Posts: 46
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I mounted one of these in the bed of a truck, drilled a couple holes to strap then down, and it worked perfect.
__________________ "When all else fails, lock the hubs and head for the neighbor's lawn!" 2004 Tundra DC 4x4 - Camburg, ICON, Hella, Demello sliders, ProComp wheels, BFG A/T KO,TRD, K&N, ICOM 208H, Pioneer AVIC D3, Polk Audio, SnugTop, Scanegauge II, and much more to come..... |
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02-03-08, 11:27 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Western Slope Colorado
Posts: 20
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I bought a 5-gallon plastic gas can like the one in the link you sent and all it did was seep and leak out the top. Not good at all for off-road use. Stunk up the entire inside of the bed (it has a shell on top.) I finally dumped the gas into the main tank and trashed the plastic can.
What I need is something that will withstand real off-roading without seeping or spilling. That means about $50 for a metal jerry-can but that's okay with me. I'll also need a reliable holder that won't fatigue and break 5 miles off the pavement. Something that I can attach to the rear bumper without it looking like the one on Brother Bubba's old pickup... |
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02-04-08, 06:51 AM
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First, there are no jeeps on this forum.  Second, do you have an aftermarket bumper? If not, don't even consider mounting something like that to a chrome bumper. Here's an idea for ya.. Fuel Can Holder, MFC, water: Expedition Portal Your other options are to fabricate your own, or look into an auxillary tank. Hope that helps. __________________ '01 Tacoma dbl cab trd, fabbed rear tire carrier, ARB bumper, sliders and cup holders. |
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02-04-08, 07:54 AM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Henderson, KY
Posts: 7
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02-04-08, 11:02 AM
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IH8MUD Junior
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    Go to -- EE -- Expedition Exchange Incorporated Click on Products, then Expeditionware or search Part # EW30. __________________ ~Jamie 2000 TRD 4WD PreRunner Supercharged, Locked, Armored. Mountain - she can crawl it. Ass - She can haul it. |
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02-09-08, 11:12 AM
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Harcourt Fenton Mudd
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: Fairfax, VA
Posts: 113
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I have seen some outboard marine tanks take a beating (on the water)... this might be an idea..
They come in various sizes and shapes, and mounting systems... can even get a hand pump to fuel up the Toy with.... West Marine: West Marine Search Tool __________________ 1997 White FZJ80, 158k, OME 2.5" - "Much Thanks 2 IH8MUD for the mods and advice" 2006 Tacoma Pre-Runner Dble Cab Trd#2 Sport |
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02-13-08, 01:40 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 46
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What kind of rim is that on your swing our carrier? I like the look of it- __________________ 1978 FJ40 mostly stock - 33x9.5 |
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02-14-08, 12:43 PM
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IH8MUD Junior
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...That's the stock Toyota 15x7 spare steel wheel with a 32 x 11.50 Bridgestone Dueller M/T Tire on it. __________________ ~Jamie 2000 TRD 4WD PreRunner Supercharged, Locked, Armored. Mountain - she can crawl it. Ass - She can haul it. |
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