Maggie’s Gas Cans- Life Hacks

[hermosabeach]

Based upon other thread comments, we might need a thread on Fixing Gas Cans...


This is an interesting solution.

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I have used the Schrader valve and coat hanger technique- remove the valve stem core and use the screw on cap as the vent-

Drill the hole off center- not on the seam

 

[hermosabeach]

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[hermosabeach]

This is the one I did

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The tool is $3 at wallmart - cores are free if you ask the mechanics at wall mart for a handful of old ones or less than $1/ each when you buy a package

 

[Engineer260]

thanks for sharing, this is a great diy! much better than having to scan craigslist for older cans.

 

[natdscott]

Cool!! I've used a melted hole and the roofing nail that melted it. This solution looks a little more elegant.

 

[Derek01]

Google EZ pour replacement water can spouts. WalMart, amazon etc has them about 12 bucks. Some states replacement gas can spouts are illegal.

 

[W54/XM-388]

Get one of these: https://wavianusa.com/
Then get one of these: https://www.jerrycan.com/shop/jerry-can-black-steel-pouring-spout/

What I really want is these, but I can't find a US distributor:
https://www.jerrycans.co.uk/explo-safe-jerry-cans/red-explosafe-20

 

[hermosabeach]

I want to say the Red colored cans are regulated in the US as they are designed for fuel. The green cans might have been imported as water / non fuel containers.


I recall a tutorial where people were filling the Water Only marking on a green can with bondo, sanding smooth and painting red with a fuel resistant epoxy spray

 

[Threadcutter308]

Get one of these: https://wavianusa.com/
Then get one of these: https://www.jerrycan.com/shop/jerry-can-black-steel-pouring-spout/

What I really want is these, but I can't find a US distributor:
https://www.jerrycans.co.uk/explo-safe-jerry-cans/red-explosafe-20

Did you know about these guys in California ?

https://swisslink.com/jerry-cans

 

[missed]

I run the race cans at the house


2 Pack Sunoco 5 Gallon Clear Race Utility Jugs and 2 Deluxe Filler Hoses https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BM2HCX2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_azxIAbMJXMTMA

I have some red ones for gas, and yellow ones for diesel.

But we have to run these at the plant to meet the OSHA and NFPA standards
Justrite 7250130 Galvanized Steel, AccuFlow Type II Red Safety Can with 1" Flexible Spout, Large ID zone, Meets OSHA & NFPA For Handling Hazardous liquids. 5 Gallon (19L) Size. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003FZB3N0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_sDxIAb6V2WH22

The old metal Jerry cans were great

 

[W54/XM-388]

Did you know about these guys in California ?

https://swisslink.com/jerry-cans

They don't seem to carry the explosion resistant ones, that's the issue.
Several distributors carry the standard cans in the US, but I can't seem to find the explosion resistant ones outside of Europe.
The one that I really want is the explosion resistant military one with the OD IR absorbing paint.

http://www.valpro.lv/en/products/metal-cans/military.html

 

[packratt]

A 1/8" close nipple and cap would make more sense and probably be cheaper than using the air hose fitting

 

[jv02]

I'm with Derek01. Tractor supply has them too.

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/ez-pour-hi-flo-replacement-spout

 

[Shooter McGavin]

Since I race cars I just use VP Fuel jugs for everything.

 

[Engineer260]

Since I race cars I just use VP Fuel jugs for everything.

@Shooter McGavin might need to re-upload pictures, i can't see them on my end.

 

[missed]

The race jugs are great until your using them on the job and OSHA sticks both feet in your ass over them!

 

[missed]

The square ones fit in the racks nicely

 

[Headquarterz]

Rural King in my area has the racing jugs for 20 bucks.

 

[Greg Langelius *]

I'm sorry, I must be missing something.

i replaced my gas cans with the new ones when Wal-Mart switched over. I've never had a problem with filling or using the new ones.

Now, living in Arizona where I consider grass to be an offensive weed, I no longer have any gasoline powered power tools. My yards are filled with desert tan gravel.

Greg