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Collapsible fuel can recommendations
- Thread starter Jcurry
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I use these. https://alaskagearcompany.com/products/liquid-containment-bag
The seal isn't the best so some odor with them, but I also have giant ziplock bags that these fit into which takes care of the odor problem. I use these on long cross countries to purchase auto gas for my 914.
Jim Butcher
The seal isn't the best so some odor with them, but I also have giant ziplock bags that these fit into which takes care of the odor problem. I use these on long cross countries to purchase auto gas for my 914.
Jim Butcher
I know you asked about a collapsible container, I thought I would throw this out there.
I fly a -12 with the fuel tank on the right side. I use this jug for travel. It holds 3.3 gallons (45 minutes). It stands up on the right forward side of the baggage area. The vent is easily accessible to the passenger when changing altitude. I sometimes carry it full if I am not guaranteed fuel at my destination.
riskracing.com
I fly a -12 with the fuel tank on the right side. I use this jug for travel. It holds 3.3 gallons (45 minutes). It stands up on the right forward side of the baggage area. The vent is easily accessible to the passenger when changing altitude. I sometimes carry it full if I am not guaranteed fuel at my destination.
EZ3 - 3 Gallon Utility Jug Only
The EZ3 Utility Jug offers a 3-gallon capacity with a unique triple handle design for easy carrying and pouring. Made from durable HDPE plastic, it features a spill-proof venting system.
riskracing.com
Is this a daily issue or only when you are on “the road”?
It's everytime I use an FBO fuel pit or truck. I fuel from 5 gallon jugs at my hangar.
Got it, those pumps flow too fast for our long filler necks. The EZ3 empties fast with the vent open, doesn’t take up much space in the back. You have to buy their filler tube.
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Armadillo Bag
Introducing Armadillo Bag®, flexible, collapsible, lightweight, expedition-ready utility bladders for the safe transport and storage of liquid hydrocarbon products and other powersports and automotive fluids, available in 1-, 2-, 3- and 5-gallon sizes. Includes pour spout. Each inner reservoir...
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Armadillo Bag by Giant Loop. Market mostly to motorcyclists. I have 3 gal and 5 gal bags. My challenge to never use 100LL in my 12iS with 24.8hrs on it, (or said another way always use unleaded).
Not cheap but I recommend you consider materials and construction before dismissing for price.
Blue Skies
Armadillo Bag
Introducing Armadillo Bag®, flexible, collapsible, lightweight, expedition-ready utility bladders for the safe transport and storage of liquid hydrocarbon products and other powersports and automotive fluids, available in 1-, 2-, 3- and 5-gallon sizes. Includes pour spout. Each inner reservoir...
Armadillo Bag by Giant Loop. Market mostly to motorcyclists. I have 3 gal and 5 gal bags. My challenge to never use 100LL in my 12iS with 24.8hrs on it, (or said another way always use unleaded).
Not cheap but I recommend you consider materials and construction before dismissing for price.
Blue Skies
Thank you!
I was pretty impressed with these when I "borrowed" them from a friend. I don't know if it was exactly this brand or this manufacturer, but they all seem to be about the same.
I usually carry a pair of the Aliexpress fuel bags, available in 5/10/20/30 liter version, which are basically the same as mentioned in post #2.
Those permit me to go to the nearest car pump and then refuel with my favorite gas, namely Mo-gas
PS
If buying/using those, beware of:
Those permit me to go to the nearest car pump and then refuel with my favorite gas, namely Mo-gas
PS
If buying/using those, beware of:
- xthreading the plastic caps
- loosing the o-ring
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