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rockclmbr said:
Yeah, that SOUNDS like a pretty good spot to stash SOMETHING, but I donno if Id want (relatively) unprotected gasoline under there...I know, I know...the gas tank is under there, but something seems BAD about that idea. Granted (as you all have pointed out) inside the rig is also a bad idea, I think ill opt for the roof top.
Im making some cross members for the factory roof rack that will hold the cans in place and allow for better anchoring when strapping for this DV trip.
Id like to get a good roof top carrier in the future as the factory rack SUCKS.
Chicago
loeky said:
Thanks! I put in a order also.
The plastic gas cans found at most places leak badly but the NATO metal gas cans are good for inside storage. They have a replaceable seal and works out very well against vapor. The price is usually less than $20 or so and you'll need to purchase a separate spout attachment. See if Twin Cities have these cans.
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mickey_rubicon said:
About 25 years ago, I had a rather interesting experience. I was going duck hunting the next morning and while driving at night nearly missed my turn. I barely made the turn and noticed a sudden increase in brightness in the back of my SUV. It was a fire. During the turn, a jerry can had shifted along with a battery that originally had been in a plastic case. They had managed to come into contact with each other and the resultant event burned holes in the can and ignited the gas. I opened the rear, and since there was not any real fumes the fire was minimal. I reached in and threw the can into the nearby ditch.
I can't help but think with the absolute wrong situation, a jerry can could severe a power cord or come into contact with some electtrical device and do something like that.
To be young and stupid again!
So what's the best option? Obviously not inside and for those w/o rear bumpers to mount it to it ends on on the roof. But here's my question: How do these hold up in altitude changes? Is venting sufficient to keep the gas in and let the pressure changes of altitude out? 
What's the best material? Plastic strikes me as too soft...
What's the best material? Plastic strikes me as too soft...
red cruiser said:So what's the best option? Obviously not inside and for those w/o rear bumpers to mount it to it ends on on the roof. But here's my question: How do these hold up in altitude changes? Is venting sufficient to keep the gas in and let the pressure changes of altitude out?
What's the best material? Plastic strikes me as too soft...
if the plastic Scepter fuel cans are good enough for the U.S. military along with a lot of other military forces then it is good enough for me. I read on another forum where someone actually drove over a plastic 5 gallon water can full of water with no ill effects, can did not rupture, burst, or leak.
atavuss said:
Maybe I'm just confused by the info in this thread but I'm still confused on what everyone has found best by experience.
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OK, here's what IM doing for the fuel...
I went down to Home Depot and got a 10 ft stick of 1 in conduit piping, and 4, 1.5 in u- bolts. Measured the width of the factory rails added 2 inches (3' 10" total length of pipe.) Then, I drilled each end of the pipe all the way through to run the u bolts through.
Mounted em up on the rack...(I made 2 of them, one to go in front of the spare tire, and one to go in front of the cans, and they can still slide bcak and forth.
By doing this, I was able to create a barrier to keep the cans more stable and provide closer hook points for the tie down straps. I strapped across the top of the cans, and through the back handles of the cans...Those suckers DONT MOVE AT ALL! I fit 4 cans on the roof.
If I was able to post pictures I would, but for some reason the site wont let me. Everytime I try, I get a message that says "upload failed".
We leave tomorrow morning for DV, so Ill let you knwo how it worked.
Chicago
I went down to Home Depot and got a 10 ft stick of 1 in conduit piping, and 4, 1.5 in u- bolts. Measured the width of the factory rails added 2 inches (3' 10" total length of pipe.) Then, I drilled each end of the pipe all the way through to run the u bolts through.
Mounted em up on the rack...(I made 2 of them, one to go in front of the spare tire, and one to go in front of the cans, and they can still slide bcak and forth.
By doing this, I was able to create a barrier to keep the cans more stable and provide closer hook points for the tie down straps. I strapped across the top of the cans, and through the back handles of the cans...Those suckers DONT MOVE AT ALL! I fit 4 cans on the roof.
If I was able to post pictures I would, but for some reason the site wont let me. Everytime I try, I get a message that says "upload failed".
We leave tomorrow morning for DV, so Ill let you knwo how it worked.
Chicago
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Thanks Loeky and everyone else for the advice and links. Next time around, Ill have it better figured if this doesnt work well. I was focusing on the vehicle function more than anything else...Just didnt want any surprises out in the middle of NO WHERE, if ya know what I mean. Im going to take an ass load of pictures and a write up when I get back, so check in the events and trail runs section next week.
Well, Heading out!!!
Chicago
Well, Heading out!!!
Chicago
loeky said:
Me too! Was hoping they would get here before my wife got back in town
they're in
got the cans just now. they are green with a little bit of surface rust. nothing to worry about, just not spic and span pretty. not abused - just used. at least from the outside appearance...
good thing is upon further inspection with a flashlight, the insides are either pristine original or have been coated with a sealant. no rust spots visible anywhere inside or the dreaded 'sand' when shaken. perfectly smooth and new looking.
i'm getting two more to have - but would advise against getting the spout they offer in favor of the fast fill or even the self starting siphon from somewhere like pangaea.
overall very happy with them for $10/pop. can't beat that!
also happened across these online today for those that might want something else:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=201701
got the cans just now. they are green with a little bit of surface rust. nothing to worry about, just not spic and span pretty. not abused - just used. at least from the outside appearance...
good thing is upon further inspection with a flashlight, the insides are either pristine original or have been coated with a sealant. no rust spots visible anywhere inside or the dreaded 'sand' when shaken. perfectly smooth and new looking.
i'm getting two more to have - but would advise against getting the spout they offer in favor of the fast fill or even the self starting siphon from somewhere like pangaea.
overall very happy with them for $10/pop. can't beat that!
also happened across these online today for those that might want something else:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=201701
Mine are in the same condition.
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Thanks for the write-up!! look pretty good and it looks like they seal pretty well...is there a gasket of somekind up in the top part? is it new or original like the rest of the can? And if it really matters a couple rattle cans and they will look brand new!
thanks again
barrypt5
thanks again
barrypt5
yep, both cans had gaskets. looked to be in good condition though they've been sitting sealed up for a while and the gasket has seated pretty well. haven't liquid tested them yet, but don't forsee a problem as the rubber still felt pliable.
