How Do You Fill Your Diesel Tank

[jmanatee2]

I got tired of the 5 gallon containers so I got a 13gpm fill-rite pump 12v model and two 55 gallon drums.

 

[rsewill]

I initially had a problem with the new yellow diesel fuel containers. In fact, I was ready to pump the fuel out (by some means) and throw the **** cans away... but then I figured them out.

The fuel container has two springs in its nozzle, one for a on/off (which I just leave in the open position. Actually the little outside lock spring busted off.. no biggie, just rotate the lock to ON). There's a 2nd spring built into the nozzle which you can't see. When the nozzle is pushed back about an inch, it allows for fuel to flow.

Near the tip of the nozzle is a plastic lip. All you need to do is rotate the container up and hook the nozzle's plastic lip over the edge of your tractors fuel tank. The weight of the container should cause the nozzle to slide back about 1 inch and the fuel will flow nicely without spilling a drop, if not just push down and apply a bit of downward pressure on the nozzle and fuel will flow.

I do all that and the can still leaks where the collar and spout meet. No amount of fine tuning will keep it from leaking.

 

[maximus1277]

I got so frustrated with the new gas cans I finally found a 5 gallon water canister. It looks just like an old military style gas can, but it is blue vs red or yellow. The best part: because it was meant to hold water, there is a vent on the other side of the spout which makes pouring a fast and easy to do.

 

[ChiefLoneWolf]

I'm surprised nobody has mentioned the No-Spill brand of gas cans. They are absolutely awesome. NO-SPILL INC. | Lenexa, KS 66215 They are very thick, well made cans that resist collapsing and blowing up a lot better than the common ones for starters. But the vlave is the key. Tip it up (using the 2 handles - well positioned) and set it where you want it. Then push the button with your thumb and they unload the gas in a flash. I've never seen gas pour so quickly and so controlled from a can. Release the button and it stops instantly.

I am wondering if one of the Canadian members knows if this No-Spill container is available up here and where.
I was looking at HomeHardware, Canadian Tire, Wally World, Gas stations but with no luck. Thanks.

 

[smithpond]

No Spill says the cans are available on Amazon. I emailed the company to see if they are available in Canada. When I get a reply I'll post it.

 

[bobmisi]

Go to NAPA and get a good heavy duty plastic diesel or gas can depending on your fuel type. While you're there pick up a tubeless tire valve. Drill a hole on the top rear flat section of the proper size for the valve. This section is thicker. Thread a string into the can and pull in the valve. Now thread on a tubeless valve puller onto the valve and finish pulling it in until it seats. Now remove the guts from the valve and put the cap on. Now you have a great can that works and will not leak. When you lose the cap they are readily available. I have done many of these for myself and my friends and everyone loves them............

 

[Scooby074]

I am wondering if one of the Canadian members knows if this No-Spill container is available up here and where.
I was looking at HomeHardware, Canadian Tire, Wally World, Gas stations but with no luck. Thanks.

Vesseys seeds sells the No-Spill as a "Mantis" (like the tiller)
Mantis No Spill Gas Can - Veseys

Im looking for one myself. Hopefully local so I can see it in the flesh first. Stihl dealers in the states carry them... Wonder if the dealers up here do too?

 

[ChiefLoneWolf]

No Spill says the cans are available on Amazon. I emailed the company to see if they are available in Canada. When I get a reply I'll post it.

Thank you very much. Awaiting your feedback.

Meanwhile I quickly checked with Amazon US.
The can is USD 31.49. Shipping and tax is almost as much which gives a total of roughly USD 60.-- . A bit too much.
Might check out these Flo n' Go containers and pumps. I know they're available at Canadian tire.

 

[droy]

Vent-Sol provided by Bravenet.com
This link is to a company that sells the "old style" vents for the new and improved vent less plastic cans.
$3.00 per and $4.00 S&H IIRC

 

[LBrown59]

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