cheap blitz 5 gal. fuel containers

[namesray]

thanks for all the replys guys. i never knew there was other makers of fuel containers. only sell BLITZ in my area and they run around $13 for a 5 gal. the $30 would be worth it as much as i refuel. i have been toying with the idea of a bulk tank (like was mentioned) to fork into my truck, get fuel, bring it home and set it off truck to have to refuel, but my concerns are condensation. a bigger tank means bigger air pocket once fuel level is lowered. that means more condensation/water build up. guess i could put a fuel/water separator filter on it, but still worry about condensation. i fill my equipment every time when i am done with it, so the 5 gal containers make sence. i would have to store my bulk tank outside too. something to think about. anyone else make/buy a bulk diesel tank and have it work good? give me some ideas.

 

[Skyco]

Condensation is not an issue if the tank is not vented.
Use a vent that can be opened when draining fuel then closed when just storing.
That stops the "breathing" that constantly draws moisture laden air in as temperatures vary.
Be sure the tank is stout enough to contain any pressure and don't have it in the sun.

 

[Woodtick02]

Check out VP race fuels website for 5 gal square jugs, big mouth, vent, long flexible spout if needed. Not cheap $30, but 3x more plastic used to manu. than the other crap. come in 3 colors. The caps are a work of art. Worth every penny.

:thumbsup:

I have both metal safety fuel cans and VP plastic fuel jugs. I much prefer the VP plastic jugs. They are selling on Ebay and other sites in many colors/combinations. You can make a spout or get spout replacement parts at any hardware store.

Now technically they are.... "Intended only for use as a rapid refueling device for racing vehicles used in professional off road and closed course competition racing events. It is not a portable fuel container as described by ASTM, EPA, ARB or other state or federal agencies. Intended for racing fuel only; not to be used for street legal fuels."

I have no issue with their disclaimer since I consider my property a closed course site for racing tractors, lawn mowers, chain saws and other power equipment.

 

[CompactTractorFan]

You should try a No Spill gas can. NO-SPILL INC. | Lenexa, KS 66215 I tried one and ended up buying two more. They actually work well. They aren't quite as fast as the old fashioned vented cans, but they are way faster than the new ones. They also don't spill fuel like the safety cans do. All in all, I'd say that they're 85% to 90% as fast as the old fashioned cans and I actually find them handier. They aren't cheap, but in my opinion they are worth it.

+1.

We have a small one for 2 cycle fuel, and it works great. :thumbsup:

 

[brucew44guns]

Too bad the major oil companies don't sell motor oil anymore in those "dome stackers" pails. I still have a couple old Union 76 metal oil pails, the spouts work well, and water couldn't easily get in these pails either. Everything is plastic now, but I am not sure about diesel being stored and transported home in a plastic motor oil pail. Been doing it ok so far, but still worry a bit.

 

[westbrooklawn]

I've gone to this type of gas can. They pour quickly, the plastic spouts work very well and they are surprisingly durable. A little pricey compared to the older plastic containers, but they will take a lot of abuse and last longer. Another benefit is that they meet the stringent transport requirements that are required in several locations.

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[Natureboy]

I have not found a plastic container that does not suck.

 

[ENG18LT]

I have not found a plastic container that does not suck.

Amen to that! I wish that metal ones were more reasonably priced. Although when you consider the less aggravation I guess they are worth it.

 

[forgeblast]

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they also sell the spouts

 

[Markcuda]

This can is my favorite one.
I did get what I payed for it:laughing:
Justrite Safety Can 5 Gallon, Type-II - GEMPLER'S