Gas cans

[Free2roam]

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Just got a set of these. Had to go to the gas station and double check the measurements of a pump to make sure they were the same size and make sure they would work. Got them yesterday. Work perfect. I have the diesel. So I purchased the black ones.

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[Blade1668]

Not a fuel can /tank but Lowes had boxes of Septer 5 gal water "can" in green and tan a few days ago. I almost talked myself in to buying one but I've got a 5 gal Reliance and 2 5 gal Colemans and one of them already.

 

[Free2roam]

Update on my wavian diesel cans and black nozzles.
I didn't want to pay 6+$ a gallon in Cali yesterday. Was doing a turn and burn trip one day 579 miles. Made it to my destination on half a tank. We all know that the second half goes faster(or so it seems) So I pulled over got some quick food and dumped in 10 gallons of diesel. I had double checked to make sure the black nozzle would work. Dropped in some Hot Shots Secret EDT. With the wavian black nozzle it poured effortlessly. No glug, no spillage. I had just a bit more than a quarter tank when I filled up. It didn't quite fully fill it up so I'm thinking I could use 3 tanks and have a completely full tank.
Regardless I saved a few dollars and the extra effort was well worth it.
If interested in the black nozzles I would highly recommend looking at post 63. The ones I bought with a link to them on eBay. Worked flawlessly.

 

[jay21mojave]

I mentioned this back on page 1. But I recently talked to my dad about these and again he said how happy he was with them when it came to fueling his race car.

They pour very nicely and are very high quality and thick. No leaks if tipped and no leaking of vapors.

Made in the USA.
And only $26.

Can
https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/803304/10002/-1

Quick pour spout with no nanny devices.
https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/803313/10002/-1

Yes you are right on about these .. with 1 issue.. they do not fit under the Mopar Tonneau Cover. I have used these for over 25 years racing and around the house..

 

[hjdca]

OK have a question I can't seem to find alot about. I see tons of JK/JL/JT's with gas cans on racks and other places. See mostly plastic cans. My question is more on actual use and not for the guys who drive around with no gas in them. Next summer I plan to spend about 2 weeks in MOAB and Grand Canyon. I am taking our tiny camper and my Honda EU2000 for the AC when needed. My issue is gas. I have a tonneau cover on the JT and plan to store some stuff below it. I am bringing 1 metal gallon can of sealed non E gas for emergencies but would like to have 5 gallons of gas in the JT for use in the generator. I thought about metal cans but no vent and not sure in the 100' sun that would be a good idea. Plastic will work but same issues I would think. So does anyone actually haul gas in their cans and more importantly in that kinda of environment ?

For underneath my Tonneau cover, I used a Wavian 5 gallon gas can on it's side with the cap facing up, secured with a ratchet strap (length wise) to my side molle panels on the bed. In back of that was a Dometic Water jug strapped to my molle panels. I went three days through The Rubicon Trail like this and the Wavian worked perfectly. Not a hint of smell. No movement, no problems. You can see the Wavian 5 gallon can on the left side of this picture. It is a great can. Note: I am also using the Wavian Flexible metal hose instead of the plastic push nozzle. I think the metal flexible hose is worth it.

 

[sarguy1941]

So wanted to follow up on something and see if anyone else has had my issue. Yesterday the wife said she got gas for mower and can looked funny. So I went out to garage and found my less than a year old can with all i can explain "sucked" in sides. I'll try to get pics today. I assume it did it as fuel was in the can and warm then got cold but I have a dozen old military steel cans and the have never done this. I'm hoping when it warms up pressure ay pop it back out ? Has anyone had this happen ? It still has a half gallon or so gas in it so I'll leave it closed and latched.

 

[sarguy1941]

Yes, my plastic cans do the same. They go back to normal when it warms up.

I've had plastic cans do this but never a steel can. I certainly hope it goes back but I'm not convinced it will. I was shocked that it did it. I have 4 old military cans right next to it in the garage and they are all fine.

 

[WILDHOBO]

I misunderstood and didn’t realize you were talking about steel cans. I wouldn’t expect that with metal cans.

That is strange. It’s expected with plastic, but I’m with you. I’d call the company and ask.

 

[sarguy1941]

Here is a pic of it. Doesn't look as bad in picture as it is but still surprised. Appears both sides sucked in about an inch or more.

 

[Hootbro]

I have 6ea NATO style Jerry Cans. 4ea are the GELG, 1ea Swiss surplus from the 1970's and 1ea current production Wavian. Only the Wavian seems to oil can and suck in. When it does it, I just stick it out in the sun on a hot day and once it pops back out, open the lid to equalize the pressure and then close and latch the lid.

 

[Forum Crawler]

Scepter MFC is the gold standard. Period.

 

[Free2roam]

Scepter MFC is the gold standard. Period.

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[mojogoat]

I just installed two 8 gl tanks on my Harker EDC camper.
They are from Ebay , simular to Rotopac design, well built and thick, green, lower cost and come with normal spouts.
Wife made insulated marine rated covers for them.
I'll be able to siphon to my tank without having to manhandle them.

 

[wildtaco]

Scepter MFC is the gold standard. Period.

Where do you get them? Looked on their website but the vendors listed are either Canada (no US shipping) or Europe.

 

[Forum Crawler]

Where do you get them? Looked on their website but the vendors listed are either Canada (no US shipping) or Europe.

eBay, Craigslist, FB marketplace etc

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