I'm looking for jerry cans for gas for carrying on bumper. What are some brands/types that you like?
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Scepter military fuel cans are about as good as it gets.
Scepters are good. Also I've had a couple Wavians for almost ten years now and they've been great.
I just don't like the new style of spout. I use a more traditional spout with no spring loaded open/close
I just don't like the new style of spout. I use a more traditional spout with no spring loaded open/close
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I've not found where to get them in the USA yet.
Mark W
Yep, I really don't really care that much I guess.
Scepter is the only "jerry can" I will use. Can't get them new in the US any more. I think Canucks can still buy the original style (same as the Mil-spec ones). Get a Canadian friend to buy them for you and send them south.
Mark...
Mark...
I don't have any Scepter cans. Have had many plastic ones. They always end up cracking after 10some years, and the spouts were always awkward at best. My latest ones are the No-spill ones. Those have a fantastic spout. Very nice. But the can body will probably end up cracking too, just don't know how long it will take but they don't look that different from all my other plastic cans TBH, maybe slightly thicker. I just won't buy another plastic can any more that is not a No-spill one (well, unless a better one comes along).
I also have several original NATO metal cans. Those are fantastic, but there is the issue of possible rust inside, and several of my surplus ones have been repainted crudely inside so I'm a bit leery of that and always use a filter funnel. I have several that are 70 or so years old and working great. Some of the gaskets could well be original still.
One bit of trivia for your enjoyment (?): I was once in Mexico heading South, I had a plastic gas can on the front of my trailer. Turns out the can was not secured properly (I was young and already foolish) and it slipped down while driving until it finally hit the ground. It was ground down on a corner by the asphalt and I lost of course all the gas and ruined the can. I've wondered what would have happened had the can been metal and possibly sparking while moving... Might have been some sight!
I also have several original NATO metal cans. Those are fantastic, but there is the issue of possible rust inside, and several of my surplus ones have been repainted crudely inside so I'm a bit leery of that and always use a filter funnel. I have several that are 70 or so years old and working great. Some of the gaskets could well be original still.
One bit of trivia for your enjoyment (?): I was once in Mexico heading South, I had a plastic gas can on the front of my trailer. Turns out the can was not secured properly (I was young and already foolish) and it slipped down while driving until it finally hit the ground. It was ground down on a corner by the asphalt and I lost of course all the gas and ruined the can. I've wondered what would have happened had the can been metal and possibly sparking while moving... Might have been some sight!
Are the Scepter Jerry cans sold by REI here in the states not recommended then? I’m not sure if they are military spec.
And if they aren’t as good as the military ones, can you say in what ways the military ones are better?
I’m just starting my search for Jerry cans so any info is helpful.
Mark W
Yep, I really don't really care that much I guess.
This link is to the Scepter water can. These are in fact the same one the military uses. This is not a fuel can.
The scepter fuel cans are the ones that are no longer sold in the US. Kalifornia's rules about fuel cans killed the market for old school fuel cans. The supposed anti spill and anti vapor designs (which often result in far more spillage anyway) dictated by our west coast cousins are to thank for that.
The military cans are better because they still have the old school lid/cap/spount design. You can actually pour without spilling and it does not take 5 minutes to empty the can into your fuel tank.
Mark...
Ah. I included the Jerry cans made for water in my thinking. I missed that the initial question mentions “gas.”
I get what you are saying.
It’s a bit late for the OP, but for carrying gas, rotopax worked well for me. Never leaked.
Though I get that it’s not a “Jerry can.”
And you can buy the spout made for water rotopaxes (Rotopaxi?) and use it with gasoline for easy pouring.
I get what you are saying.
It’s a bit late for the OP, but for carrying gas, rotopax worked well for me. Never leaked.
Though I get that it’s not a “Jerry can.”
And you can buy the spout made for water rotopaxes (Rotopaxi?) and use it with gasoline for easy pouring.
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dogdaysindurham
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I have 3 surplus sceptre that have served me well. I got fresh gaskets and high flow spouts from jagtme Pour Spout - Scepter MFC, Diesel, High Flow, 28mm 1 1/8 - https://jagmte.com/collections/scepter-mfc-accessories/products/pour-spout-scepter-mfc-diesel-high-flow-28mm-1-1-8
Also get the wrench to remove the cap.
Also get the wrench to remove the cap.
dogdaysindurham
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For the Sceptre MFCs I did refurbish them. I got the aluminum flange and new viton seal. Aluminum Cap Flange with Viton Gasket - https://jagmte.com/collections/scepter-mfc-accessories/products/aluminum-cap-flange-with-viton-gasket
I also have straps to make it easier for my wife and me to pour fuel. Easy Pour Dual-Handle FUEL Strap for Scepter MFC FUEL Cans - https://jagmte.com/collections/scepter-mfc-accessories/products/easy-pour-2-handle-strap-for-scepter-mfc-fuel-cans
The fuel wrench is needed especially when going up in altitude.
jagmte.com
This is the vendor I have used and been very happy with his wares.
I run 2 gas ones with red straps and 1 diesel one with yellow strap on my Trail Tailor rear bumper carrier.
I also have straps to make it easier for my wife and me to pour fuel. Easy Pour Dual-Handle FUEL Strap for Scepter MFC FUEL Cans - https://jagmte.com/collections/scepter-mfc-accessories/products/easy-pour-2-handle-strap-for-scepter-mfc-fuel-cans
The fuel wrench is needed especially when going up in altitude.
Scepter MFC FUEL Wrench
***IMPORTANT***This is for the Military FUEL cans and will NOT work on the military WATER cans. WATER WRENCH is available HERE. THE ORIGINALM.F.C. CAP WRENCH for use on the Scepter Military FUEL Cans Never again struggle to remove an over-tightened cap, a stuck cap on a swollen can or to remove...
jagmte.com
This is the vendor I have used and been very happy with his wares.
I run 2 gas ones with red straps and 1 diesel one with yellow strap on my Trail Tailor rear bumper carrier.
I like the Wavians, I've had 2 for 15 years and they don't leak. That new spout is weird.
I found this listing for the old style though.
Scepter all the way, recently picked up a few scepter gas cans and a water can. Really surprised how fast 20L of fuel will pour out of one.For the Sceptre MFCs I did refurbish them. I got the aluminum flange and new viton seal. Aluminum Cap Flange with Viton Gasket - https://jagmte.com/collections/scepter-mfc-accessories/products/aluminum-cap-flange-with-viton-gasket
I also have straps to make it easier for my wife and me to pour fuel. Easy Pour Dual-Handle FUEL Strap for Scepter MFC FUEL Cans - https://jagmte.com/collections/scepter-mfc-accessories/products/easy-pour-2-handle-strap-for-scepter-mfc-fuel-cans
The fuel wrench is needed especially when going up in altitude.
Scepter MFC FUEL Wrench
***IMPORTANT***This is for the Military FUEL cans and will NOT work on the military WATER cans. WATER WRENCH is available HERE. THE ORIGINALM.F.C. CAP WRENCH for use on the Scepter Military FUEL Cans Never again struggle to remove an over-tightened cap, a stuck cap on a swollen can or to remove...
This is the vendor I have used and been very happy with his wares.
I run 2 gas ones with red straps and 1 diesel one with yellow strap on my Trail Tailor rear bumper carrier.
Can concur, jagmte.com for Scepter can accessories is great!
Scepter, took a day trip across the border and picked up 4.
I mainly use the good old ww2 german design. They have design feature after design feature that you won't find on any other model, and they're standardised enough that you can find one at pretty much any hardware store (in Finland anyways). The triple handles allows you to comfortably carry one in each hand, two in each hand, or help a mate carry one. The cap is very durable, locks open when pouring, the gasket can be replaced, and you can attach any custom or store bough spout to it in a matter of seconds. On top of all that it's the best looking variant out there. Rust inside hasn't been a problem for me, with both diesel, petrol and empty cans. To further prove their reliability, all the ones I have say "made in ussr" on the side, and none of them have any problems whatsoever despite being at least 35 years old and made in a country famous for bad steel.
Mike Shull
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Have you thought about using Rotopax?
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I have scepters, been using for 10+ years never an issue. Heck, I’ve mounted them on their sides a ton on my roof in 100+ degree temps or even inside. Love them.
I purchased a couple used ones on eBay and some new ones from a guy here on mud. (Classifieds section- viderestudios?)
Things I’ve noticed.
They bloat. So much so I can’t get them outta the carrier basket in the summer. I use a super siphon now.
I’ve replaced the gasket and flange on a couple of them over the years.
Get a viton gasket for petrol and that aluminum flange as mentioned above.
Get two of those wrenches. It’s just easier when you misplace one. Or a strap wrench works.
You can make a spout from pvc and tubing or get the OE one. Get the scepter one.
They tend to depressurize with ooomph! Especially on warm days. Open slowly, away from your pants. If topped off you could get some liquid rapidly escaping.
I purchased a couple used ones on eBay and some new ones from a guy here on mud. (Classifieds section- viderestudios?)
Things I’ve noticed.
They bloat. So much so I can’t get them outta the carrier basket in the summer. I use a super siphon now.
I’ve replaced the gasket and flange on a couple of them over the years.
Get a viton gasket for petrol and that aluminum flange as mentioned above.
Get two of those wrenches. It’s just easier when you misplace one. Or a strap wrench works.
You can make a spout from pvc and tubing or get the OE one. Get the scepter one.
They tend to depressurize with ooomph! Especially on warm days. Open slowly, away from your pants. If topped off you could get some liquid rapidly escaping.
dogdaysindurham
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I dislike the factory spout on my diesel rotopax that it leaks. Have you had a similar issue?Have you thought about using Rotopax?
RotopaX | The Worlds Toughest Mountable Container System
Home of the worlds toughest overland, offroad, accessory fuel containers, water containers, and mounting hardware. Rotationally molded for unrivaled strength with multiple mounting options available. Find the perfect fuel container for any adventure.
I saw there is an aluminum spout that I may try that should solve the issue. All Metal PAX Nozzle - https://ai13.us/products/all-metal-pax-nozzle?srsltid=AfmBOorP6R4gQ9cGmeLtRThUCGokwNnuAI_MTOW7Nu-CehO0IqidDCVn