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10/10/2024 4:39:28 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Skopsko07734][Edited] [#1]
If you guys are anywhere near a Buc-ee's look in their camping/hunting section for their five gallon "Multi-Use" utility jugs, aka, fuel cans.  These utility jugs are high quality, made by Race Jugs, and are sold on the Race Jugs website for $36.99 each; I think I paid $22 each at Buc-ee's.  The utility jugs include a high quality filtered hose that screws into the lid and includes a vent on the can.  


For more info check them out here and then buy them at Buc-ee's:  https://www.racingautomotivegroup.com/shop/category/race-jugs-5-gallon-utility-jug-w-deluxe-hose-386


Pics of the utility jugs I bought at Buc-ee's:
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nvgeologist - 8 AUG 24 - "It's not the Bill of Needs. I paid for the whole SOT, I'm going to use the whole SOT."
Wheel - 10 JUN 24 - I'm sorry, I have empathy for people with mental illness, but I'm not obliged to participate in it.
10/16/2024 8:34:59 AM EDT
[#2]
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Originally Posted By DieselII:
Thread in GD reminded me to post this here :

Scepter Pre-Ban Fuel Can


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I’m coming off of five days of no power down here in Florida during hurricane Milton, and reassessing my fuel storage situation.

I was pretty much set on getting some VP racing fuel jugs to add to my generator fuel storage since they don’t have CARB spouts, but would these be a better option? It appears that these are non-CARB compliant old school style spouts which is fantastic. I haven’t read through this entire thread but I’m assuming none of the plastic cans are great for long-term storage. I want to point out that I don’t plan on storing fuel for long periods of time. I am going to fuel up every year when the first hurricane is approaching us and then slowly use the fuel in our household vehicles as the season winds down every year.  Depending upon the storm tempo and frequency, we are talking a maximum of four or five months of storing the fuel here at home before it gets used in our vehicles.  

I have a few MFCs that I really like, but I didn’t have a spout for them and they are difficult to pour fuel from without making a mess. I did just order a spout off of eBay for next time around but I need more cans so the ones in the post I quoted are interesting.
"You have enemies? Good- that means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life." “In the end, respect is more useful than popularity.”
10/16/2024 11:21:42 AM EDT
[Last Edit: DevilPig][Edited] [#3]
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Originally Posted By 9mmCarbine:


I’m coming off of five days of no power down here in Florida during hurricane Milton, and reassessing my fuel storage situation.

I was pretty much set on getting some VP racing fuel jugs to add to my generator fuel storage since they don’t have CARB spouts, but would these be a better option? It appears that these are non-CARB compliant old school style spouts which is fantastic. I haven’t read through this entire thread but I’m assuming none of the plastic cans are great for long-term storage. I want to point out that I don’t plan on storing fuel for long periods of time. I am going to fuel up every year when the first hurricane is approaching us and then slowly use the fuel in our household vehicles as the season winds down every year.  Depending upon the storm tempo and frequency, we are talking a maximum of four or five months of storing the fuel here at home before it gets used in our vehicles.  

I have a few MFCs that I really like, but I didn’t have a spout for them and they are difficult to pour fuel from without making a mess. I did just order a spout off of eBay for next time around but I need more cans so the ones in the post I quoted are interesting.
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The vp jugs may be ok but I have MFCs, the race jugs posted above, and those red scepters.  I prefer the red scepters.  The race jugs break below the clear tube at the threaded plastic fitting far too easily for my liking.  They’re also annoying to hold and try and aim the tube, which kinks in the middle and won’t flow.  MFCs are great and definitely the most durable but can be a pain to deal with.  The red scepters, as long as they have the vents and a free flow nozzle work great and are my go-to.  
10/16/2024 9:05:58 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By DevilPig:


The vp jugs may be ok but I have MFCs, the race jugs posted above, and those red scepters.  I prefer the red scepters.  The race jugs break below the clear tube at the threaded plastic fitting far too easily for my liking.  They’re also annoying to hold and try and aim the tube, which kinks in the middle and won’t flow.  MFCs are great and definitely the most durable but can be a pain to deal with.  The red scepters, as long as they have the vents and a free flow nozzle work great and are my go-to.  
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Thanks. Do you happen to know if those cans in that link above have the free flow nozzle? It looks like it because I see they have a regular vent on them in the photo but I just want to make sure before I purchase them. Nothing sucks worse than those CARB spouts.
"You have enemies? Good- that means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life." “In the end, respect is more useful than popularity.”
10/16/2024 9:57:14 PM EDT
[#5]
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Originally Posted By 9mmCarbine:


Thanks. Do you happen to know if those cans in that link above have the free flow nozzle? It looks like it because I see they have a regular vent on them in the photo but I just want to make sure before I purchase them. Nothing sucks worse than those CARB spouts.
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Yeah it appears they have the free flow nozzles.  There are also aftermarket nozzles that work with them also.

https://ezpourspout.com/
10/16/2024 10:08:17 PM EDT
[#6]
Anyone ever see deals on the 2.5gal metal cans? Right now they are basically the same price as the 5gal ones.
Andrôn gàr epiphanôn pâsa gê táphos - Pericles
10/18/2024 10:33:08 AM EDT
[#7]
Top 10 lessons learned, this was the most I've been without power in 30 years in Fl.  I've been on genny before but not twice and for so long.

  1. I'm replacing all spouts and vents (or installing vents) no matter the age or style of can.  Going with the flexible ones similar to the ezspouts posted above.
  2. Switching to Pri-G for all storage.  My jugs with Sta-bil were bad, Pri-G weren't.  Age between 6 mos to 1 year old.
  3. Remove rust and re-paint my 4 Swiss cans.  Got them 20 years ago; they're a rusty mess, had to use a claw hammer to pry open the lids.  One had a hole in the bottom that I discovered after filling it and putting it in my Jeep. They do keep seal perfectly and keep gas fresher than plastic, so worth salvaging as long as the ones left are sound. Need at least one good spout for them too, the old cheap pot metal one I had was found to be useless years ago.
  4. Funnels, man they disappear like socks in a dryer. Looking around the garage in the dark for them sucked. Get long skinny ones for oil and big, wide ones with a short neck for transferring and filling gas. My only big one had a long flex tube which was actually a PITA using it to fill from Jerry cans. They're cheap, need to buy more and keep them handy.
  5. Siphons are great to have on hand. My full Jeep tank was my last-gasp reserve; siphoned it out to give my kid gas to evac.
  6. The only odor free cans are the metal Jerry's. My one brand new GI-style and even my Swiss ones were odor-free. Anything else is gonna smell like hell if you have to drive any distance (IE: Evac).
  7. Hitch cargo rack and a cable lock work great for carrying extra fuel outside. A lot of people did the roof rack thing, but if you can rack them low all the better.  
  8. Write your name on your cans. They tend to get loaned around and disappear in events like this.  Not maliciously, just a lot of shit is going on.
  9. Be armed while refueling on the move from cans and ideally have a second person to watch your back. Had a buddy go rescue his MIL in NW NC a day after Helene with 12 jugs in the bed.  While at a rest stop halfway through Carolina and refueling, he had some (out of fuel) people ask him, aggressively, for gas.  As in, "Hey man that guy has gas...  Yo, just let us have a gallon, you don't need all that."  It turned into a case of 6-8 men arguing with him and his son.  And this was with them open carrying on their belts.  They're both also roughly 6'5" 265 and no one cared.  People get nasty and aggressive real quick. Note: he kept his door open on the truck on the fueling side and had an AR on the seat.
  10. Gas goes way faster than you think.  Whatever you store and however long you estimate it lasting - give yourself a 30% cushion.  Just like wedding costs (I'm paying for 2 this year )
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.
-Ephesians 6:12
10/18/2024 11:40:31 AM EDT
[#8]
Good observations.

My primary fuel cans are NATO cans. Love them. Keep 70 gallons on hand.

But, have thought about having some overflow storage. I don’t like storing gas in plastic cans but for short term use, plastic would be ideal. I have my usual gas supply and then before a potential situation, fill up the overflow storage to give an extra margin. Once the situation is over, if any of the gas isn’t used, dump it in vehicles, rinse out the cans, then store them empty till next time.
"It behooves every man to remember that the work of the critic is of altogether secondary importance, and that, in the end, progress is accomplished by the man who does things."
Theodore Roosevelt
10/18/2024 4:41:33 PM EDT
[Last Edit: wesr228][Edited] [#9]
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Originally Posted By 9mmCarbine:

I’m coming off of five days of no power down here in Florida during hurricane Milton, and reassessing my fuel storage situation.

I was pretty much set on getting some VP racing fuel jugs to add to my generator fuel storage since they don’t have CARB spouts, but would these be a better option? It appears that these are non-CARB compliant old school style spouts which is fantastic. I haven’t read through this entire thread but I’m assuming none of the plastic cans are great for long-term storage. I want to point out that I don’t plan on storing fuel for long periods of time. I am going to fuel up every year when the first hurricane is approaching us and then slowly use the fuel in our household vehicles as the season winds down every year.  Depending upon the storm tempo and frequency, we are talking a maximum of four or five months of storing the fuel here at home before it gets used in our vehicles.  

I have a few MFCs that I really like, but I didn’t have a spout for them and they are difficult to pour fuel from without making a mess. I did just order a spout off of eBay for next time around but I need more cans so the ones in the post I quoted are interesting.
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If you're just going to use them as surge capacity, the plastic military sceptres linked above will be fine, just be sure to use a fuel stabilizer don't forget the fuel in there! Ask me how easy it was to get rid of 30 gallons of gas, 2 years later!

Also, get a battery operated pump from Harbor freight, they're great! Also get a shaker siphon/super siphon off Amazon. Cheap way to avoid spots all together.
10/18/2024 4:49:24 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:
Good observations.

My primary fuel cans are NATO cans. Love them. Keep 70 gallons on hand.

But, have thought about having some overflow storage. I don’t like storing gas in plastic cans but for short term use, plastic would be ideal. I have my usual gas supply and then before a potential situation, fill up the overflow storage to give an extra margin. Once the situation is over, if any of the gas isn’t used, dump it in vehicles, rinse out the cans, then store them empty till next time.
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That's what I do. I have nice buffer at all times in NATO cans, and then I have accrued 10 plastic cans over the years. It's nice to have the plastic Midwest and Blitz cans to handout if you have someone that needs them.

For Francine, I wasn't Impacted at all, but came in the next day with 10 cans full for coworkers is needed. If lending them out, the surge capacity is real plus.
10/19/2024 2:37:49 PM EDT
[#11]
For those worried about spouts etc. Have you tried the 6 dollar fluid transfer pumps from harbor freight? I've been using one for nonfuel purposes and it's great. I know guys who use them for race gas and they love them too.

https://www.harborfreight.com/battery-operated-liquid-transfer-pump-63847.html
10/19/2024 3:01:58 PM EDT
[Last Edit: danpass][Edited] [#12]
Concerning the Scepter, it appears they have changed their design to incorporate a handle in the spine, making these 18.9L instead of 20L

I was able to get the 20L a few years back.  They've held up great in south Florida

I was after the MFC primarily for it's shape. These consumer versions are more readily available here in the US. You can put five of these 5 gallon cans in the same space where four of those cube cans (like the Midwest 5600) would normally fit. So every floor space that could hold 20 gallons can now hold 25 gallons with the jerry-style gas can.

Another reason I chose this over the metal jerry can is that if it gets scratched, it won't corrode. If it gets squished it'll just bounce right back.

Now we come to the closure. We've tossed the spout (it's not even a good backup quite frankly) and I got Scepter part #09643 because it comes with a tether and an FKM seal (sometimes called by it's trade name, Viton). FKM/Viton material is necessary as gasoline will expand a rubber seal and eventually break it down. The cap is also toothed. Go ahead and leave the toothed ring that's on the neck of the gas can. It's kinda nice to be able to lock down the cap.

Now the spout. There are two viable options here:

1. Scepter ribbed spout, part #03647. This spout has a built in vent. It's not perfect but greatly improves upon the glug-glug-glug when using a non-vented spout. Remember, we are deliberately leaving out the can vent. With this spout the glug-glug-glug still happens but now it happens at the neck. Why is this good? Because the gas won't slosh at the exit of the spout. Much easier to use.

2. The other option is even better. The Super Siphon. This is a clear flexible tube with a spring loaded glass ball at one end. The glass ball goes into your source and the open end goes into the receiver, say your car's gas fill. The siphon is a simple device. Have your source above your receiver, drop the glass ball end into your source and you'll see liquid go up the tube. Jiggle it quickly a few times and the column of liquid will rise up the tube and eventually out the other end. Very soon the liquid will pull itself, like any siphon, and you'll hear the glass ball rattling very quickly.

What I haven't done is use the gas, to see how well Star Tron has worked lol but it seems that pure gas is more important than stabilizer.

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"we don't carry for the odds, we carry for the stakes" 03RN
10/19/2024 5:20:34 PM EDT
[#13]
Originally Posted By BayEagle:
Top 10 lessons learned, this was the most I've been without power in 30 years in Fl.  I've been on genny before but not twice and for so long.

  1. I'm replacing all spouts and vents (or installing vents) no matter the age or style of can.  Going with the flexible ones similar to the ezspouts posted above.
  2. Switching to Pri-G for all storage.  My jugs with Sta-bil were bad, Pri-G weren't.  Age between 6 mos to 1 year old.
  3. Remove rust and re-paint my 4 Swiss cans.  Got them 20 years ago; they're a rusty mess, had to use a claw hammer to pry open the lids.  One had a hole in the bottom that I discovered after filling it and putting it in my Jeep. They do keep seal perfectly and keep gas fresher than plastic, so worth salvaging as long as the ones left are sound. Need at least one good spout for them too, the old cheap pot metal one I had was found to be useless years ago.
  4. Funnels, man they disappear like socks in a dryer. Looking around the garage in the dark for them sucked. Get long skinny ones for oil and big, wide ones with a short neck for transferring and filling gas. My only big one had a long flex tube which was actually a PITA using it to fill from Jerry cans. They're cheap, need to buy more and keep them handy.
  5. Siphons are great to have on hand. My full Jeep tank was my last-gasp reserve; siphoned it out to give my kid gas to evac.
  6. The only odor free cans are the metal Jerry's. My one brand new GI-style and even my Swiss ones were odor-free. Anything else is gonna smell like hell if you have to drive any distance (IE: Evac).
  7. Hitch cargo rack and a cable lock work great for carrying extra fuel outside. A lot of people did the roof rack thing, but if you can rack them low all the better.  
  8. Write your name on your cans. They tend to get loaned around and disappear in events like this.  Not maliciously, just a lot of shit is going on.
  9. Be armed while refueling on the move from cans and ideally have a second person to watch your back. Had a buddy go rescue his MIL in NW NC a day after Helene with 12 jugs in the bed.  While at a rest stop halfway through Carolina and refueling, he had some (out of fuel) people ask him, aggressively, for gas.  As in, "Hey man that guy has gas...  Yo, just let us have a gallon, you don't need all that."  It turned into a case of 6-8 men arguing with him and his son.  And this was with them open carrying on their belts.  They're both also roughly 6'5" 265 and no one cared.  People get nasty and aggressive real quick. Note: he kept his door open on the truck on the fueling side and had an AR on the seat.
  10. Gas goes way faster than you think.  Whatever you store and however long you estimate it lasting - give yourself a 30% cushion.  Just like wedding costs (I'm paying for 2 this year )
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:
Good observations.

My primary fuel cans are NATO cans. Love them. Keep 70 gallons on hand.

But, have thought about having some overflow storage. I don’t like storing gas in plastic cans but for short term use, plastic would be ideal. I have my usual gas supply and then before a potential situation, fill up the overflow storage to give an extra margin. Once the situation is over, if any of the gas isn’t used, dump it in vehicles, rinse out the cans, then store them empty till next time.
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I just used some at Cola this weekend. Funny enough one that I bought on a deal did not fit a regular NATO dispenser. Luckily, I did bring the spout that was included. If I can find where I bought it, I'll let you guys know. The ones from rover supply were great
Originally Posted By p3590:
You cannot feed the Virginians an entire case of malort at once.  A pint to sip in the parking garage outside the VA Supreme Court is safe.

With a case, they're going to pull up the 1609 map
11/22/2024 11:51:52 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Jeff556:
$22.95 at Coleman’s Military Surplus

Sale is this weekend. The price is normally $39.95.
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These are back on sale.

Coupon code BANG20 will get you another 20%.
11/23/2024 8:38:34 PM EDT
[#15]
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Originally Posted By 9mmCarbine:


I’m coming off of five days of no power down here in Florida during hurricane Milton, and reassessing my fuel storage situation.

I was pretty much set on getting some VP racing fuel jugs to add to my generator fuel storage since they don’t have CARB spouts, but would these be a better option? It appears that these are non-CARB compliant old school style spouts which is fantastic. I haven’t read through this entire thread but I’m assuming none of the plastic cans are great for long-term storage. I want to point out that I don’t plan on storing fuel for long periods of time. I am going to fuel up every year when the first hurricane is approaching us and then slowly use the fuel in our household vehicles as the season winds down every year.  Depending upon the storm tempo and frequency, we are talking a maximum of four or five months of storing the fuel here at home before it gets used in our vehicles.  

I have a few MFCs that I really like, but I didn’t have a spout for them and they are difficult to pour fuel from without making a mess. I did just order a spout off of eBay for next time around but I need more cans so the ones in the post I quoted are interesting.
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Rural king has their version of the racing jugs if you have one nearby.
Common Sense isn't as Common as Commonly Thought
11/23/2024 8:50:18 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:
Good observations.

My primary fuel cans are NATO cans. Love them. Keep 70 gallons on hand.

But, have thought about having some overflow storage. I don’t like storing gas in plastic cans but for short term use, plastic would be ideal. I have my usual gas supply and then before a potential situation, fill up the overflow storage to give an extra margin. Once the situation is over, if any of the gas isn’t used, dump it in vehicles, rinse out the cans, then store them empty till next time.
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I have at least 10 nato reds for gas, but keep around 20 plastic 5/6 gallon red plastics for when I expect a prolonged outtage or for getting out of disaster zone to fill and get back in.  For Wilma in SFL my house was without power for 4 weeks. I could wait in a gas line for hours to get 5 gallons or drive 80 miles and fill up everything I had.

Also,  Truck is diesel so I have 10 green cans that stay full for that so I can get in/out without using the gas cans and most stations don't run out of diesel. Diesel keeps indefinitely in the nato cans. Used some from over 5 years old,  no issues.
Common Sense isn't as Common as Commonly Thought
11/24/2024 12:48:23 AM EDT
[Last Edit: ColtRifle][Edited] [#17]
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Originally Posted By TailHunter:


I have at least 10 nato reds for gas, but keep around 20 plastic 5/6 gallon red plastics for when I expect a prolonged outtage or for getting out of disaster zone to fill and get back in.  For Wilma in SFL my house was without power for 4 weeks. I could wait in a gas line for hours to get 5 gallons or drive 80 miles and fill up everything I had.

Also,  Truck is diesel so I have 10 green cans that stay full for that so I can get in/out without using the gas cans and most stations don't run out of diesel. Diesel keeps indefinitely in the nato cans. Used some from over 5 years old,  no issues.
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My rotation plan causes me to use and refill each gas can about every 2 years. I’ve gone as long as 4 years with zero issues. Well sealed gas will last a VERY long time. Poorly sealed gas in cheap gas cans goes bad fairly quickly.
"It behooves every man to remember that the work of the critic is of altogether secondary importance, and that, in the end, progress is accomplished by the man who does things."
Theodore Roosevelt
11/24/2024 9:31:20 AM EDT
[#18]
The key to preserving gas is keeping the light fractions from boiling off. Any can that can hold pressure makes a good storage container. Do not vent the pressure from your cans. Only open them as needed to use the gas.
Thulsa Doom-“Consider the riddle of steel”


Hint. The riddle of steel is the will to act.
11/24/2024 11:46:17 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By shooter_gregg:
The key to preserving gas is keeping the light fractions from boiling off. Any can that can hold pressure makes a good storage container. Do not vent the pressure from your cans. Only open them as needed to use the gas.
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Agree 100%
"It behooves every man to remember that the work of the critic is of altogether secondary importance, and that, in the end, progress is accomplished by the man who does things."
Theodore Roosevelt
11/24/2024 3:54:13 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:



My rotation plan causes me to use and refill each gas can about every 2 years. I’ve gone as long as 4 years with zero issues. Well sealed gas will last a VERY long time. Poorly sealed gas in cheap gas cans goes bad fairly quickly.
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Yep, I've had non treated corn free for over a year in my red natos with no discernible degradation.
Common Sense isn't as Common as Commonly Thought
11/24/2024 9:14:57 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TailHunter:


Yep, I've had non treated corn free for over a year in my red natos with no discernible degradation.
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I only store and use E10 gas for everything. Typical rotation schedule is 2 years but have gone as long as 4.
"It behooves every man to remember that the work of the critic is of altogether secondary importance, and that, in the end, progress is accomplished by the man who does things."
Theodore Roosevelt
11/27/2024 12:04:30 AM EDT
[#22]
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Originally Posted By 9mmCarbine:

I have a few MFCs that I really like, but I didn’t have a spout for them and they are difficult to pour fuel from without making a mess. I did just order a spout off of eBay for next time around but I need more cans so the ones in the post I quoted are interesting.
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I'm late to your party but MFC spouts are easy to make. Buy this, with a 1/2" barb fitting, and a length of 1/2" ID hose.

https://www.supplyhouse.com/Spears-438-247-2-x-1-2-PVC-Schedule-40-Spigot-x-Female-Bushing?utm_source=google_ad&utm_medium=Shopping&utm_campaign=Shopping_X_Plumbing_X_SSC_ClassB/C&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIu5b_tND7iQMVC1tHAR24vyogEAQYAiABEgIOUfD_BwE

There are many threads online with those who are making spouts.
2/22/2025 9:17:13 PM EDT
[Last Edit: McKnife][Edited] [#23]
Per this post, I decided to try out this new Jerry Can brand:
https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/New-imported-jerry-can-on-the-US-market-Yates-for-59-99-shipped/5-2779075/

I took delivery of one Yates Steel Jerry Can in 'Camo Sand' today.

If Wavian is a 10, I'd give Yates an 7.5. For further comparison, I'd give Gelg a 7.

A half point deducted for overall fit and finish, since the paint on the Yates feels like very fine sandpaper, compared with smooth glass on Wavian. This may not be a fair comparison since the Yates is painted different color(s), but I chose this on purpose due to the unique look.

A half point deducted due to the rough opening and closing of the lid/spout. Compared to a brand new Wavian, it takes a bit more effort, but nothing unreasonable.

A whole point deducted due to the cleanliness of the welds. The welds are more than adequate, but they are certainly not as clean and streamlined... almost as if QA/QC isn't as stringent in India. In fact, the rear handle appears to be welded a full half-inch "lower" on the bubble/hump compared to the Wavian, which makes the rear seam weld look like it's badly protruding, but in reality, it's not. The height and width between the two cans is practically indistinguishable.

A whole point deducted for the included spout... it's garbage. The hinges are off center, and clearly no QA/QC on them. It does fit the Yates can, but would not fit on the Wavian. I am still waiting on the 12" spout from the same company, and I'll test it when it arrives.

The real "test" comes later when fuel is added, but I suspect it'll do just fine. I'll actively edit this post as I test.
2/24/2025 11:37:24 PM EDT
[#24]
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:



I only store and use E10 gas for everything. Typical rotation schedule is 2 years but have gone as long as 4.
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:
Originally Posted By TailHunter:


Yep, I've had non treated corn free for over a year in my red natos with no discernible degradation.



I only store and use E10 gas for everything. Typical rotation schedule is 2 years but have gone as long as 4.


This is good info,  thanks.
Common Sense isn't as Common as Commonly Thought
3/9/2025 5:04:52 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By rippr334:
Anyone ever see deals on the 2.5gal metal cans? Right now they are basically the same price as the 5gal ones.
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Not lately. May I suggest getting on the email lists for decent sources, for example, Atlantic British, Ltd.:Rover Parts.com, and possibly Coleman’s. That being said, the current pricing at Atlantic British is… yikes!
“War is a racket….”
Smedley D. Butler, Maj.-Gen., USMC
3/13/2025 6:45:36 PM EDT
[#26]
Don’t know if this was posted before but I just replaced all the old gaskets on my Coleman’s surplus nato cans with the ones from Jerry can .com and can report they fit perfectly.

I noticed a slight odor from my shed and figured it was one of them. Nope it was about three of them with dry rotted rubber seals.

Using a small hook tool I removed all of them and had three tear in half and the rest very disfigured after years of sitting.

The Coleman cans are a good deal, just replace the gaskets with new and hit them with a rattle can.
5/5/2025 11:57:14 AM EDT
[#27]
I noticed that the liner on one of my NATO surplus Coleman's cans is starting to deteriorate.

I'm pretty disappointed with them overall and wish I bought Waivans.
5/9/2025 2:38:22 PM EDT
[#28]
Did Gelg stop making the 10L cans? I use those for yard work because they are easier to carry back and forth to the gas station.
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8/11/2025 10:52:24 AM EDT
[#29]
Something I found today. It won't imbed  
https://youtube.com/shorts/TD8URNG2rC8?si=4ONoNhhzrugTc8EZ
Maybe because it is a short.
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8/25/2025 7:47:38 PM EDT
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Does anyone know what brand of can has a "V" with a dot logo in the center of one side?
Pretty sure I got the from British Atlantic? or Rover Parts?
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8/26/2025 2:08:31 AM EDT
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Does anyone know what brand of can has a "V" with a dot logo in the center of one side?
Pretty sure I got the from British Atlantic? or Rover Parts?
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Sounds like a Valpro Jerry can (see below). Of course, Valpro owns and manufactures Wavian brand Jerry cans in Latvia to NATO standards.


https://www.valpro.lv/en/products/metal-cans/metal-cans.html
8/26/2025 7:03:56 AM EDT
[#32]
Valpro. Same as Wavian.
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8/26/2025 9:55:37 PM EDT
[#33]
thanks guys
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8/27/2025 11:24:05 AM EDT
[#34]
Where is the best deal right now for a 4 pack? Looking for a house warming gift for my son here in Florida. Thanks guys
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8/27/2025 1:21:45 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ColtRifle][Edited] [#35]
I haven’t checked today but maybe check Deutsche Optik? Believe they are GELG cans there. Used to be Valpro/Wavian but look like GELG now to me.

They had some in stock a few weeks ago….no idea if they still do.
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8/27/2025 4:13:22 PM EDT
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Not sure what Coleman's surplus in PA charges retail, but we have bought quantity wholesale from them in years gone by. Quality will vary...
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8/29/2025 8:18:20 AM EDT
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If there's no good deals going on right now.  Get the red metal midwest cans from harbor freight and replace the nozzles with solid caps. Last I checked the were 60ea. But they also run specials all the time.   I like having red for gas and green for diesel since i store both.
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10/13/2025 10:19:12 AM EDT
[#38]
Has anyone stripped the lining of a jerry can and relined it?

Lining it shouldn't be too difficult, but even with the classic "fill with screws and shake" method I'm not sure I'll get it all.
11/24/2025 10:21:49 AM EDT
[#39]
Where can I get new seals for Wavian Jerry can spouts?

I have a fill nozzle that is about 10 years old.  I have order replacement seals from two different vendors and both are too thick.  You can finally get them seat in the spout, but the the latch bail barely engages the loops on the can.
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11/24/2025 11:39:49 AM EDT
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Where can I get new seals for Wavian Jerry can spouts?

I have a fill nozzle that is about 10 years old.  I have order replacement seals from two different vendors and both are too thick.  You can finally get them seat in the spout, but the the latch bail barely engages the loops on the can.
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Can you adjust the locking lever legs to account for the thicker gaskets?

Last I checked, Atlantic British has replacement gaskets. I’m guessing they are genuine Wavian branded
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11/27/2025 3:20:43 PM EDT
[#41]
No, the gaskets in the can lids seal properly.  If I bent the locking level legs, the can lids would not longer seal properly

The can lids are a thicker gasket, and appear to be the same as the replacements I purchased (at the same time I ordered the cans, 10+ years ago.)

The gasket channels in both my spouts are much shallower, and the cracked gasket I removed from the first spout is less than 1/2 the thickness of the gasket used in the can lid.  One of these spouts came from Atlantic British, when I bought the cans.

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11/27/2025 7:32:14 PM EDT
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No, the gaskets in the can lids seal properly.  If I bent the locking level legs, the can lids would not longer seal properly

The can lids are a thicker gasket, and appear to be the same as the replacements I purchased (at the same time I ordered the cans, 10+ years ago.)

The gasket channels in both my spouts are much shallower, and the cracked gasket I removed from the first spout is less than 1/2 the thickness of the gasket used in the can lid.  One of these spouts came from Atlantic British, when I bought the cans.

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I meant adjust the legs on the spout. Leave the locking loops on the can as is. I had a leaking spout and slightly bent the legs on the spout to make it tighter. I’d guess you could also make it looser to account for a thicker gasket.

Are your spouts Wavian or no name?
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11/27/2025 8:32:41 PM EDT
[#43]
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Originally Posted By 302w:
Has anyone stripped the lining of a jerry can and relined it?

Lining it shouldn't be too difficult, but even with the classic "fill with screws and shake" method I'm not sure I'll get it all.
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1/11/2026 4:57:54 PM EDT
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I just bought 5 Canadian surplus Scepter cans from Sportsman's Guide @ $64 each shipped.

How badly did I fuck up? I did a cursory search in the thread and couldn't find references.
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1/11/2026 7:51:01 PM EDT
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I just bought 5 Canadian surplus Scepter cans from Sportsman's Guide @ $64 each shipped.

How badly did I fuck up? I did a cursory search in the thread and couldn't find references.
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Probably not terrible

I recently got 20 new tan MFC's for $25 per.  Didn't need em but the deal was too good.
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1/11/2026 11:43:35 PM EDT
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I just bought 5 Canadian surplus Scepter cans from Sportsman's Guide @ $64 each shipped.

How badly did I fuck up? I did a cursory search in the thread and couldn't find references.
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I’d say that’s a good price.  Look what they are selling for on eBay.
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1/11/2026 11:44:00 PM EDT
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Probably not terrible

I recently got 20 new tan MFC's for $25 per.  Didn't need em but the deal was too good.
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That’s a FANTASTIC price! Where did you find a deal like that??
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1/12/2026 8:25:22 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:



That's a FANTASTIC price! Where did you find a deal like that??
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Originally Posted By ColtRifle:
Originally Posted By juan223:



Probably not terrible

I recently got 20 new tan MFC's for $25 per.  Didn't need em but the deal was too good.



That's a FANTASTIC price! Where did you find a deal like that??
I would injure myself removing my wallet from my pocket if I stumbled across that deal.
1/12/2026 8:55:37 PM EDT
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That’s a FANTASTIC price! Where did you find a deal like that??
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it was a FTF deal I'm afraid.  And having bought a shit load a NIB wavians 15ish years ago and hoarding flea market MFCs for years, I don't need them but I just can't help myself.  
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1/12/2026 9:55:27 PM EDT
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it was a FTF deal I'm afraid.  And having bought a shit load a NIB wavians 15ish years ago and hoarding flea market MFCs for years, I don't need them but I just can't help myself.  
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Great deal!  Nice find!
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