which of these jerry cans to buy?

[spencertron]

so I can go used with the big screw on lid for $15

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=28863534&cat=&lpid=&search=jerry can&ad_cid=3

or i can get the nato style clamp lid new for $40 at a surplus place

http://www.lexingtoncontainercompany.com/Nato-Jerry-Cans.html

i've never had a jerry can and i'll be keeping it in my vehicle from time to time so i was wondering if anyone could chime in and give me advice on if either style of lid is more leak resistant than the other?

is it worth the extra money to get a new nato can? i hear that's the way to go but

thanks all.

 

[Fast Eddy]

I carry NATO cans inside my rig on the trail. They do not leak.

 

[Major Nelson]

anyone bought from these guys before? I need to get some as well.

 

[skidplate]

Ditto, NATO cans don't leak. They also pour easier. (I use a Blitz transmission funnel to pour gas)

 

[esh]

I like the ABS ones, but also have a NATO. They both work well and only leak if you don't use them properly or the gaskets wear out. Great cans both.

 

[hairy_apple]

I've never had a NATO can before, but bought one to as I'm designing some cool Jerry can mounts. I have to say.. I think I like it better then the old school jerry cans. Sucks because I designed the mounts for the jerry cans as they seem to be more popular, but since they are not made anymore that I know of.. I wanted to design one of the NATO can too. I does seem like it's easier to pour.

 

[Hilux safari]

Get the NATO

I have both. The screw on lid leaks the NATO doesn't.

 

[tag3]

I also have the nato cans and agree, they don't leak.

 

[rubicondon53]

I also have the nato cans and agree, they don't leak.

I have the old steel jerry cans with the screw on bunghole style lids, and I use the rubber stopper type spout. I screwed and epoxied a short length of 1/2" pipe in the end of the spout to fit into the fill hole on the tank.. Nary a leak, as rubber gaskets are on my PM schedule..


...via IH8MUD app

 

[freepowder]

Skip all your spouts and funnels, set the gas can on the roof, or at least above the tank spout and use a super siphon. Friggin' things are amazing!

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ZOT39A/?tag=ihco-20

 

[perrobravo]

I'd go with the NATO style too, just to avoid leaks. That plus super-siphons and you're in business.

However, I have a couple that LOOK just like those in spencertron's link and found they rust if used to carry water. Not good to discover when you're in the middle of nowhere and are trying to make coffee! Is this normal or did I maybe get some knock-offs without the proper coating inside? Sorry, I realize this is a bit off topic.

 

[TXLX100]

Skip all your spouts and funnels, set the gas can on the roof, or at least above the tank spout and use a super siphon. Friggin' things are amazing!

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ZOT39A/?tag=ihco-20

I was just thinking about that when reading the thread. X2 for this product. We used this to refill our boat on the water, no mess. Is the hose long enough to reach from a driver side swing mount? You wouldn't even have to lift the can.

 

[shermantank55]

Dingo drinking thru a straw

Super Siphon in action

 

[John E]

I have 2 NATO cans that I use along with a nice rack sold by Front Runner that attaches to my roof rack. I wouldn't drive anywhere with a fuel can inside my vehicle. It's not about the leaks, it's about not having 10 gallons of explosive liquid inside my Land Cruiser with me.

In a worst case scenario, the fuel will at least be outside and hopefully away from me.

Do what you will.

If I had to do it again, I'd look very hard at the flat plastic style cans on the roof. They pack much flatter and keep the weight closer to the COG. Not a big issue with anFJ62 but every little bit helps. My NATO cans will eventually be living on a rack attached to a new rear bumper.

 

[ozcrusier]

This is what the nato can looks like.

 

[ozcrusier]

Hears another close up off how the lid locks down with the wedge type fitting. I Picked these up 20 years ago with diesel fuel in them and they look like there brand new on the inside.

 

[concretejungle]

i also would not feel comfortable with a gas can inside the truck with me full of fuel. Just my opinion.

I also have one of the NATO cans. They do not leak, unless you have the spout that clamps onto them for pouring fuel. Those things leak like crazy! I've tried several different gaskets and none of them work. So just keep a funnel or a hose to siphon with and you should be happy.

 

[MtnAddict]

I have both and prefer the NATO.

 

[cns]

I don't know if anyone is still reading this post, but here is my two cents. I have been using The Scepter military fuel canisters for over ten years. The part # is 04625 on there web site. I know it is hard to find them new in the US, But I ran across some used ones on Clist in California sirplus store. If you go up to Canada I'm guessing you may be able to sneak some over the boarder. They're not cheap , But they are good. The only problem I ever had with them is I used plain old rubber instead of the proper gas rubber gasket material and it vented all over my beer.

 

[cruiserpilot]

I just bought 3 new cans at a police/military supply store. Not used surplus, but new products. This store is in New Westminster, BC

http://www.dstactical.com/product_info.php?cPath=16_54&products_id=54

The staff know their stuff, and are very helpful. Bonus, that the cans were the cheapest I've seen them sold anywhere before.

concretejungle - here is the proper gasket that won't dissolve in diesel. the gasket for the petrol can is different.
http://www.dstactical.com/product_info.php?products_id=911