Those "filters" in the nozzles are not filters. They are flame arresters. They prevent ignited vapors from traveling into the can and blowing it up. (see ASTM F-852 and F-839)
Just a little tidbit of info, those three handles serve a purpose, the one in the middle is for a single person carrying the can, it is centered for balance, the outer two handles are meant for when two people carry a can, one on each side, again this way it is balanced.
I installed an 80 gallon auxiliary Diesel tank on the bed of my F-350, it’s low profile Can’t even tell it’s there. 80 gallons combined with the 30 gallon tank in the truck at 20 MPG on the highway I have a range of approx. 2200 miles.
Those Jerry cans are excellent. I bought a few at the local surplus store for $5 each. I sandblasted-off some superficial rust, gave them a good coat of primer and pant, and they were as good as new. They dated from 1951.
Midwest Can Company Jerry Can is made in the same factory as the Wavian can, for half the price. Only difference is the pour spout is a civilian style spout and not the nato spout. But it is of a higher quality than a Walmart epa safety pour spout, and it has a flame risistance fill spout installed.
Remember 10.5 lbs empty plus the added gas is what 6 pounds per gallon so that’s 52.5 lbs which is no problem for a young strapping buck but as you get older that’s a lot of weight to hold steady for the amount of time it takes to empty that can. If you’re going this route and not as tough as you used to be I suggest a battery operated pump to assist you.
I have a half a dozen of the old style metal cans with the lid that seals. These were made before they started putting out the plastic ones. I keep them full but I rotate the fuel over time. I use the fuel in my Coleman stoves, I have two of them. We have hurricanes down here. I have lived through many of them during my lifetime. The longest power outage one time was almost 3 weeks. I am pretty much off the grid prepared. If SHTF really hits the fan, a lot of people are going to be in trouble.
I have an old duel fuel Coleman lantern. I have never used gas in it. Only camp fuel. I have always wondered if the ethanol in fuel now would gum up the works on the lantern so I've never tried it. And to be honest, I don't see a reason to put gas in a lantern. I got more important things to put gas in other than lantern. And as camp fuel, it tends to have a shelf life matching that of God if left unopened. Seriously, rocks have shorter shelf lives than pure camp fuel. LOL
Back in the '70s when we had gas shortages, I would fill my car with gas from army cans like these at my father's. (He was a prepper who had everything!) Even though gasoline contains better additives today, it still isn't meant for long term storage. In addition to adding a stabilizer, it would be wise to keep a few spare fuel filters on hand for a quick change-out if it becomes necessary. (I learned this the hard way!)
@@warlantactical Why is it everytime someone criticizes a vehicle, the knee jerk reaction is that they can't afford one? The H3 hasn't been produced since 2010. I'm sure your average joe can afford a ten year old SUV. Maybe the guy simply doesn't like them.
@@Shadowborg soothch has one and so do i and were both you tubers So why are you defending negative people . We make these content videos for people like yourself and do not need negative vibes . You will never get a response from us content creators being negative . Except from me who will defend the people i network with .
The Jerrycan was designed by the German Army in about 1936 which included that star pattern on the side. There is also a small hump which is above the pouring spout where you would think no gas could be stored. Its purpose is so that the can will float even when full. The German Army one had a plastic liner so that either fuel or water could be carried in it. It became known as the Jerrycan because the British forces fighting in the Dessert Campaign would take them from the Germans to replace for their own fuel cans which would always leak due to being a really bad design. The British soldiers nickname for a German was a Jerry hence Jerry's-can or Jerrycan. The British started manufacturing themselves and supplied most of them for the Americans and the British forces in the Western field campaign.
The Original WWII Jerry can is a marvel of engineering and everything about the can serves a purpose for which it's designed. The most important feature is the recessed welds around the can. it's shape, the handles, the spout, that additional spout was designed much latter, even the sides of the can with those geometric shapes on the sides. The thickness of the can protects against most bumps and drops to prevent leaking. The welds being recessed prevent bumps from breaking the welds The shape of the can allows for better stacking and transport The three handles gives so many carrying options The geometric shape and indentations allow for expansion in case of a drop and temperature changes Even that hump that is higher behind the handle allows for some expansion and movement in case of a drop The spout with it's breather tube allows for liquid to be poured smoothly. The cap with it's cantilever design to seal the can and even when you opened the can the cap would lock in the open position to prevent it from closing while you poured out your liquid. The original ones were plastic lined so they could carry water and prevent rusting from the inside out. If you want to transport fuel in the safest can ever designed you would want a Jerry can that is perfect copy of the original. I have used the Nato ones and to be honest they are a PITA. One handle, extra large opening. They messed with a perfect design and FUBAR'd it all up.
Stabil can keep gasoline usable for about 2 years. If your gasoline goes "flat", use it 50-50 with new gasoline. Diesel lasts 7+ years with a stabilizer and you can buy it without road tax as long as you are using it for an off road purpose such as a tractor, generator, etc.
@@NCHeel Pri G is also MUCH more difficult to find. Stabil is at every auto parts, hardware store, gas station and Walmart. I can’t think of a single store in my city of 120K+ people that has PriG.
Rick stabil will not last that long also pro tip on your generators because even with stable it will gum up so wd40 loosen float screw spray inside with staw and your go to go
I used the marine stabil in my key west boat, it sat for 2 years, they I decided to run the tank empty and I did without a hiccup, I'm sold on that marine stabil!
The Scepter Olive Drab Military Fuel cans are the best. 20L, designed to melt not explode. Won’t rust, extremely strong, they do expand and contract in the heat. You will need a pour spout or battery operated pump and a big fuel wrench to unscrew the lid. I’ve got 10 of them that I’ve been using on all our hunting and fishing and camping trips since 2001, no issues and still working like they were on day one. They are $100 or so nowadays I noticed. Ouch.
A side comment about gas spillage and air. Many liquid storage containers have a small hole right about the spout to allow air to enter. This allows for improved pore flow as air can relieve the vacuum. But additionally, as you are pouring fuel and it leaks around the spout, the first thing I would check is the seal on the spout. They tend to be made of rubber and they dry rot over time. Inspection of the gaskets / seal is just something you should do a few times a year. And it also helps to lub the seal with just use. Leave the spout sitting on the shelf for a year or two and your probably will have a degraded seal when you do need to use it.
We had lots of military surplus gas cans on the farm when I was growing up. Good stuff. And the metal cans keeps the gas fresh longer than the plastic cans.
For faster filling, just use a funnel & tip the can sideways. Faster & easier. Just like when you're topping up your oil, or washer fluid. Also that plastic clip that holds nozzle on the waivian cans, snaps super easy.
heating and cooling of metal cans causes condensation. put grease on the end of a stick and stick it in the deepest part of the can. If water is in your gas it will stick to the grease when you pull the stick out. Check your gas if its stored in a metal can.
The Latvia metal cans ... The spout is awkward to use and the spout holder is plastic. So it will break from either use or dry rot in a few years. This handle for the spout appears to be riveted to the can making a replacement holder difficult even if you could get them. And finally the spout once cradled in the holder blocks the carry handle for the gas can. Making it an awkward and heavy five gallon carry. It is for these reasons that these are likely surplus. The Latvia military probably realized their issues in the field and surplused their entire inventory which Sportsman Guide picked up for a song.
these are still being manufactured in Latvia and used by NATO forces all over the world...the included plastic spout is for civilian use only...the military does not use this spout.
I've been using Bundeswehr canisters from the 70s for a long time. and can use this for decades. I personally prefer the 20 liter. the wigen full of about 22kilograms, in contrast to the 30litre US canisters which are heavy dan schun. In addition, filling with 20s is easier in my opinion with the accessories.
The air vent inside the filler is not to let air out it is to let air in, as the petrol comes out it must be replaced by air or you form a vacuum and petrol flow slows, the 30lt cans have that indent in the cap to use to unscrew the air bleed valve and the pattern on the side of the can is to give it a bit of stiffness so it does not flex all the time like an old kerosine tin form years gone by, other than that it was very helpful for me.
If you’re prepping SHTF, get rid of your gas vehicle or have a diesel powered one on hand before 1994! FYI the DOzt doesn’t not require diesel cans to be DOT approved, but if you’re gonna use a tank in your truck as a 2nd tank, get one that is DOT certified, so if you get stopped by the DOT & they ask abt it you can show em the tag & not have to scramble to for the info on the regs on Diesel dot restrictions.
Turn the can upside down. The vent hole is on the bottom of the spout and will leak if used in the normal position. You can increase the size of the vent hole to speed up the dump.
You, man, don't even realize how much pain relief is for us rest of the globe hear 20liters by an american guy and not that f***ing gallons nobody can easy eyeball. Thank you Sootch! Presenting the NATO Jerrycan in liters. If you would be so kind to express distances when you shoot to targets in meters it surely will be evenly appreciated, as either when you describe objects in cm or mm instead of in and °C referring to temperatures... Be strong, be of good courage, god bless America and long live to you and the republic.
I bought 2 of the 20 liter cans from Wavian. Very good cans so far. They do have problems keeping them in stock so when they have them I buy them. I’m looking for 2 more. They are $79.95 at times they go down to $69.95.
Yeah for used jerry cans that's a rip off. I buy surplus ones with some light wear but clean inside & no dents for $20-$25 canadian on local buy & sell boards.
Good video. But 2 things. One you never touched on fuel preservatives like PRI-G. Two you didn't touch on the easiest way to fuel up a vehicle from one of these cans. I won't use the spouts for 2 reasons. One the can is heavy when full and after a full day is a real bear to hold in place while fueling. Two every spout I have seen leaks. Even brand new ones. So I went old school, I use a siphon hose. You can get a siphon hose with the jiggler end on it for under 10 bucks. Place the can on the car or truck, place hose in gas tank. Jiggler end in gas can shake and before you know it you have flow. You can then sit back and do other things like pay attention to your surroundings. I have found that with the one I use I can empty a wavian can in about 4 minutes or so. The small amount of gas left in the can is minimal like half a can of soup in volume. If your doing multiple cans a funnel is handy to put all the left over in one can to use later. Hope these tips help somone out. Have a merry Christmas.
Those bendable nozzles got air holes at the side pointing to the handles of the can, that's why the dripping in the video. Going slow may prevent that. Got 4 10l cans for prepping and actually to save on fuel prices, but the forever stinking nozzle spoils it, you don't want to put that thing in your car in peace times, it will stink for weeks to come! That thing with a valve makes the bendable portion unnecessarry, but the complicated mechanism will hold even more gas to stink. Thinking about to go for a funnel...
Also a good way to deal with very heavy gas cans, allows many to transfer gas from a large can safely. Use the larger diameter Jiggler if it will fit in the in the tank you're transferring to, be sure to check before you depend on it.
Great video. Yeah, about those "drips"... PLEASE inform those not familiar the hazards of dealing with gasoline in colder temps. Gas has a freezing temp of about 100℉, meaning it will still be liquid far colder than it takes to become injurious. Those drips can cause frostbite almost instantly! Nothing conducts heat faster than when wet, now you've got an extremely cold liquid in contact with your skin literally sucking the heat out of your flesh. Wear durable waterproof gloves and be extremely cautious!
Like the Jerry Cans....but they are useless without a good seal for the cap and the spout. I have had a surplus jerry can and a new jerry can for several years. The rubber gasket for the lid and for the spout gets hard in a couple months and they will start to leak. Loose your gasket (like I did) and its really bad! Just a reminder, keep extra gaskets handy. Oh, and the design on the side of the jerry can was to strengthen the sides so it wouldn’t bulge under pressure in hot weather. Nice Review!
The one disadvantage I've had with the NATO 20L cans is, No Handle in the back. 20L of gasoline in a metal can, gets heavy when you have to hold it higher than waist height and only have handles on the top near the spout.
Watch the Video from "Taryl Fixes All" from 08.08.2021. He tested 8 brands of fuel stabilizer for at least 19 months. The results are disappointing. Storing fuel (Premium without/few Ethanol) in an airtight metal can at a constant temperature is the best way to prevent degradation.
The gas now days dose not last very long couple months. But if SEA FOAM is put in can then filled it will extend the life of the gas by 5 or 6 times so 10 to 12 months. And it helps to keep engine gas or diesel running cleaner longer. Be Safe
7:00, Locking Pin: Maybe you could remove that locking pin and use a steel cable and a padlock to discourage easy fuel theft if you have the tank locked to the outside of your vehicle? Obviously that wouldn't stop a determined thief but might prevent theft if you are just gone hiking for the day and leave your car at the trailhead or something.
It's not just a psychological dependence. My truck won't run without gas, my chainsaw won't run without gas, my generator won't run without gas, my rototiller won't run without gas, and my tractor won't run without diesel fuel. Gasoline and diesel fuel help me do everything quicker and more safely. I can do with out and survive but am not going to right now.
@@rudiedcr I agree. "Taryl Fixes All" made a video (08.08.2021) comparing 8 brands of fuel stabilizers over 19 months storage. The results were poor on most of them. Premium fuel without Ethanol in an airtight can at constant temperature is the key.
I acquired new NATO OD green jerry vans from Europe for $89 ten years ago from CTD. They are worth it, the made in China ones will swell and leak fumes. Don’t forget the nozzle! 👍🏻🇺🇸
I picked up a 5g plastic jerry can from TSC. With the new push nozzles it's not worth the saving. Buy the steel cans with the safety caps. I get through a nozzle every summer, breaks or gums up, at $10 a pop.
I have both the metal ones and the plastic ones. They're both fine for storing fuel, but the filling spouts for the plastic ones are absolute garbage. The metal ones are the best.
I purchase aviation fuel that doesn’t go bad (like station gas), and comes sealed in five gallon drums, and I have a transfer pump to put it into vehicles.
@@Athonite also I ran out to the shed to look at one and it is less than 100MON per 100 LL. Lead is definitely not good for Catalytic converters, leaded gas was 2-3 grams per gallon. Although quite a bit less, still lead will destroy the catalytic converters ability to function properly, but in a SHTF situation WTFC? It might be worth the risk to get your family to safety, cars are disposable if your life is in the balance. and my old cockroaches will be running long after the newer cars are in the scrap yard.
hey sootch, always love the vids man, always informant and knowledgeable, can you make a video on how to and what to do on how to store gas for a long term situation ? thanks, keep up the vids!!!!
Keep it in a can or other sealed fuel safe container. Put fuel stabilizer in it, and preferably keep it in a temperature stable and dry environment. Then rotate the fuel so every few months or at minimum once a year, put the fuel in a vehicle and refill your cans with fresh fuel and stabilizer. Easy as that. No overly long video needed.
I buy nothing but genuine Nato cans... of the 6 I have, all of them made in the 50's and other than storage blems, are perfect in side and have never leaked. I use one place I purchase them from.
My understanding is that winter gas has more ethanol in it to prevent frozen gas lines. It'll attract moisture from the air inside the gas can/condensation and ruin the gas sooner and could start rust inside your gas can.
Good video on these thank you I have a few 20 litre Jerry cans in the UK I also have some of the 1/2 size 10 litre ones I use. I use red cans for mixed fuel for my chainsaws and other and green ones for my WRX. Thumbs UP. :)
Does the cross shape recess in the big cap of the 30l can fit onto the bleed screw? So if so it would be a "two birds , one stone" cap. Perhaps the missing bleed screw has a metric thread (made in China) and due to this you can't put any inch screw with an O ring on it. Looks like an M8 (metric screw with 8mm) screw which is very similar to 5/16" screw BUT they differ in pitch and flank angle (60° metric and 55° whitworth). These "markings" are sheet metal beads to increase the stiffnes of sheet metal constructions. Wish everyone a belated HAPPY NEW YEAR and it is always a pleasure to watch this channel.
Good info Sootch. I would have concerns with the 30L cans. The weight of the can and full of gas I'm thinking that's roughly 70+lbs. Could be a little much for some folks.
i have like 6 or 7 of the old cans oldest is dated 44 and newist is dated 87 wish i had gotten more when i had the chance to get them for $5 ea at an estate sale he had 10 of them each with a spout i got 4 of them there and got the rest from people moving or at yard sales
2:25, Nozzle, those are great but not sure if they make them STAINLESS or not? I had a non-stainless one and it rusted all to hell being stored in a garden shed. :(
Those "filters" in the nozzles are not filters. They are flame arresters. They prevent ignited vapors from traveling into the can and blowing it up. (see ASTM F-852 and F-839)
Just a little tidbit of info, those three handles serve a purpose, the one in the middle is for a single person carrying the can, it is centered for balance, the outer two handles are meant for when two people carry a can, one on each side, again this way it is balanced.
The outer handles got another purpose. One person can carry two cans in one hand, that way 4 empty cans.
15 gallons fills up an average gas tank. But far too heavy for me to lift alone. Geez.
@@katsim6799 "empty cans"
thanks for that info i always wondered why they had 3 handles.
Marines?
I installed an 80 gallon auxiliary Diesel tank on the bed of my F-350, it’s low profile Can’t even tell it’s there. 80 gallons combined with the 30 gallon tank in the truck at 20 MPG on the highway I have a range of approx. 2200 miles.
San Diego to Minneapolis on one load of gas. No sleep!
Those Jerry cans are excellent. I bought a few at the local surplus store for $5 each. I sandblasted-off some superficial rust, gave them a good coat of primer and pant, and they were as good as new. They dated from 1951.
Good find. Was inside coating still good?
@@electromech7335 Perfect inside.
Midwest Can Company Jerry Can is made in the same factory as the Wavian can, for half the price. Only difference is the pour spout is a civilian style spout and not the nato spout. But it is of a higher quality than a Walmart epa safety pour spout, and it has a flame risistance fill spout installed.
Remember 10.5 lbs empty plus the added gas is what 6 pounds per gallon so that’s 52.5 lbs which is no problem for a young strapping buck but as you get older that’s a lot of weight to hold steady for the amount of time it takes to empty that can. If you’re going this route and not as tough as you used to be I suggest a battery operated pump to assist you.
I have a half a dozen of the old style metal cans with the lid that seals. These were made before they started putting out the plastic ones. I keep them full but I rotate the fuel over time. I use the fuel in my Coleman stoves, I have two of them. We have hurricanes down here. I have lived through many of them during my lifetime. The longest power outage one time was almost 3 weeks. I am pretty much off the grid prepared. If SHTF really hits the fan, a lot of people are going to be in trouble.
And you telling everyone all the sweet gear you got is a good idea? Just saying.
@@panthermartin7784 dude I live like a Hermit nobody knows what I have.
I have an old duel fuel Coleman lantern. I have never used gas in it. Only camp fuel. I have always wondered if the ethanol in fuel now would gum up the works on the lantern so I've never tried it. And to be honest, I don't see a reason to put gas in a lantern. I got more important things to put gas in other than lantern. And as camp fuel, it tends to have a shelf life matching that of God if left unopened. Seriously, rocks have shorter shelf lives than pure camp fuel. LOL
"These things are built like a tank."
I see what you did there.
The markings on the sides and Bottom are for strengthing the side Its like curves and lines on vehicles ...Its added for strength
It’s a stiffener.
Back in the '70s when we had gas shortages, I would fill my car with gas from army cans like these at my father's. (He was a prepper who had everything!) Even though gasoline contains better additives today, it still isn't meant for long term storage. In addition to adding a stabilizer, it would be wise to keep a few spare fuel filters on hand for a quick change-out if it becomes necessary. (I learned this the hard way!)
I love how you are concerned about having fuel and have a hummer 😂
It’s an H3, not the big time fuel burner that the H2’s are.
@@chevyon37s h3 are awesome i have one it gets 21 ish to gal with k&n filter . 91 octane it gets like 27
David do not criticize us content creators .because you cant afford one . Hands down one of the most capable off roaders off i have one as well .
@@warlantactical Why is it everytime someone criticizes a vehicle, the knee jerk reaction is that they can't afford one? The H3 hasn't been produced since 2010. I'm sure your average joe can afford a ten year old SUV. Maybe the guy simply doesn't like them.
@@Shadowborg soothch has one and so do i and were both you tubers
So why are you defending negative people . We make these content videos for people like yourself and do not need negative vibes . You will never get a response from us content creators being negative . Except from me who will defend the people i network with .
The Jerrycan was designed by the German Army in about 1936 which included that star pattern on the side. There is also a small hump which is above the pouring spout where you would think no gas could be stored. Its purpose is so that the can will float even when full. The German Army one had a plastic liner so that either fuel or water could be carried in it. It became known as the Jerrycan because the British forces fighting in the Dessert Campaign would take them from the Germans to replace for their own fuel cans which would always leak due to being a really bad design. The British soldiers nickname for a German was a Jerry hence Jerry's-can or Jerrycan. The British started manufacturing themselves and supplied most of them for the Americans and the British forces in the Western field campaign.
The Original WWII Jerry can is a marvel of engineering and everything about the can serves a purpose for which it's designed. The most important feature is the recessed welds around the can. it's shape, the handles, the spout, that additional spout was designed much latter, even the sides of the can with those geometric shapes on the sides.
The thickness of the can protects against most bumps and drops to prevent leaking.
The welds being recessed prevent bumps from breaking the welds
The shape of the can allows for better stacking and transport
The three handles gives so many carrying options
The geometric shape and indentations allow for expansion in case of a drop and temperature changes
Even that hump that is higher behind the handle allows for some expansion and movement in case of a drop
The spout with it's breather tube allows for liquid to be poured smoothly.
The cap with it's cantilever design to seal the can and even when you opened the can the cap would lock in the open position to prevent it from closing while you poured out your liquid.
The original ones were plastic lined so they could carry water and prevent rusting from the inside out.
If you want to transport fuel in the safest can ever designed you would want a Jerry can that is perfect copy of the original.
I have used the Nato ones and to be honest they are a PITA. One handle, extra large opening. They messed with a perfect design and FUBAR'd it all up.
Stay safe in the zombie apocalypse people. And Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas!
Stabil can keep gasoline usable for about 2 years. If your gasoline goes "flat", use it 50-50 with new gasoline. Diesel lasts 7+ years with a stabilizer and you can buy it without road tax as long as you are using it for an off road purpose such as a tractor, generator, etc.
Pri G is a superior product.
@@NCHeel Pri G is also MUCH more difficult to find. Stabil is at every auto parts, hardware store, gas station and Walmart. I can’t think of a single store in my city of 120K+ people that has PriG.
Amazon has it on Prime.
Rick stabil will not last that long also pro tip on your generators because even with stable it will gum up so wd40 loosen float screw spray inside with staw and your go to go
I used the marine stabil in my key west boat, it sat for 2 years, they I decided to run the tank empty and I did without a hiccup, I'm sold on that marine stabil!
The Scepter Olive Drab Military Fuel cans are the best. 20L, designed to melt not explode. Won’t rust, extremely strong, they do expand and contract in the heat. You will need a pour spout or battery operated pump and a big fuel wrench to unscrew the lid. I’ve got 10 of them that I’ve been using on all our hunting and fishing and camping trips since 2001, no issues and still working like they were on day one. They are $100 or so nowadays I noticed. Ouch.
I love my Waivian Jerry cans. They're a little spendy but worth it in my book.
I love having extra gas during the holidays. Keeps people outta the house
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@@Leveraction-xr4uz Gonna air the sheets out tonight?
The “screw” on the cap on the 30L / 7.9 gallon cans is to unscrew and tighten the vent with the cap.
Air does not Escape as you are Emptying the Can, but it does Enter to relieve the Partial Vacuum created by the Fuel Pouring Out.
Thanks, I was going to remark on the same thing but you beat me to it. Perfect.
A side comment about gas spillage and air. Many liquid storage containers have a small hole right about the spout to allow air to enter. This allows for improved pore flow as air can relieve the vacuum. But additionally, as you are pouring fuel and it leaks around the spout, the first thing I would check is the seal on the spout. They tend to be made of rubber and they dry rot over time. Inspection of the gaskets / seal is just something you should do a few times a year. And it also helps to lub the seal with just use. Leave the spout sitting on the shelf for a year or two and your probably will have a degraded seal when you do need to use it.
If you put a little new engine oil on the nozzle gasket seal like you would on an oil filter it will keep it from leaking
We had lots of military surplus gas cans on the farm when I was growing up.
Good stuff.
And the metal cans keeps the gas fresh longer than the plastic cans.
For faster filling, just use a funnel & tip the can sideways. Faster & easier. Just like when you're topping up your oil, or washer fluid.
Also that plastic clip that holds nozzle on the waivian cans, snaps super easy.
Also good to have kerosene on hand. Grid could go down. Kerosene heaters have helped us stay warm in ice storms and power outages.
heating and cooling of metal cans causes condensation. put grease on the end of a stick and stick it in the deepest part of the can. If water is in your gas it will stick to the grease when you pull the stick out. Check your gas if its stored in a metal can.
The Latvia metal cans ...
The spout is awkward to use and the spout holder is plastic. So it will break from either use or dry rot in a few years. This handle for the spout appears to be riveted to the can making a replacement holder difficult even if you could get them. And finally the spout once cradled in the holder blocks the carry handle for the gas can. Making it an awkward and heavy five gallon carry.
It is for these reasons that these are likely surplus. The Latvia military probably realized their issues in the field and surplused their entire inventory which Sportsman Guide picked up for a song.
these are still being manufactured in Latvia and used by NATO forces all over the world...the included plastic spout is for civilian use only...the military does not use this spout.
The plastic cans expand
and contract with the temperature. This eventually causes the plastic
to crack or delaminate.
I've been using Bundeswehr canisters from the 70s for a long time. and can use this for decades. I personally prefer the 20 liter. the wigen full of about 22kilograms, in contrast to the 30litre US canisters which are heavy dan schun. In addition, filling with 20s is easier in my opinion with the accessories.
I'm a sub and love your vids... but I can't pass this one up (just for fun)- The vent is to let the air IN as fuel flows out
Great video we have a 300g tank on our farm but we still have several cans on Atvs and golf carts
The air vent inside the filler is not to let air out it is to let air in, as the petrol comes out it must be replaced by air or you form a vacuum and petrol flow slows, the 30lt cans have that indent in the cap to use to unscrew the air bleed valve and the pattern on the side of the can is to give it a bit of stiffness so it does not flex all the time like an old kerosine tin form years gone by, other than that it was very helpful for me.
If you’re prepping SHTF, get rid of your gas vehicle or have a diesel powered one on hand before 1994! FYI the DOzt doesn’t not require diesel cans to be DOT approved, but if you’re gonna use a tank in your truck as a 2nd tank, get one that is DOT certified, so if you get stopped by the DOT & they ask abt it you can show em the tag & not have to scramble to for the info on the regs on Diesel dot restrictions.
Nothing better then some nice big cans.
I store gas in my neighbors cars and trucks. Easy for me.
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Sounds like a good way to earn a body bag and toe tag...
@@kfeltenberger Sounds more to me like I’m only kidding.
@@leatherneckprepper4477 Nothing in the comment even remotely indicated that it was a joke. It was a simple declaration.
@@kfeltenberger Whatever you say it was said as a joke pull your head out of your ass
I am so glad you took that nozzle apart and saved me that trouble and disappointment. 👍
Turn the can upside down. The vent hole is on the bottom of the spout and will leak if used in the normal position. You can increase the size of the vent hole to speed up the dump.
Thanks John!
You, man, don't even realize how much pain relief is for us rest of the globe hear 20liters by an american guy and not that f***ing gallons nobody can easy eyeball.
Thank you Sootch! Presenting the NATO Jerrycan in liters.
If you would be so kind to express distances when you shoot to targets in meters it surely will be evenly appreciated, as either when you describe objects in cm or mm instead of in and °C referring to temperatures...
Be strong, be of good courage, god bless America and long live to you and the republic.
I bought 2 of the 20 liter cans from Wavian. Very good cans so far. They do have problems keeping them in stock so when they have them I buy them. I’m looking for 2 more. They are $79.95 at times they go down to $69.95.
Expensive in the states! In Sweden a new metal jerrycan costs between 20-40 dollars
Yeah for used jerry cans that's a rip off. I buy surplus ones with some light wear but clean inside & no dents for $20-$25 canadian on local buy & sell boards.
@@LUCNUKEM he said "new".
@@apegrasshoplizard the surplus one's were a rip off too.
Good video. But 2 things. One you never touched on fuel preservatives like PRI-G. Two you didn't touch on the easiest way to fuel up a vehicle from one of these cans. I won't use the spouts for 2 reasons. One the can is heavy when full and after a full day is a real bear to hold in place while fueling. Two every spout I have seen leaks. Even brand new ones.
So I went old school, I use a siphon hose. You can get a siphon hose with the jiggler end on it for under 10 bucks. Place the can on the car or truck, place hose in gas tank. Jiggler end in gas can shake and before you know it you have flow. You can then sit back and do other things like pay attention to your surroundings. I have found that with the one I use I can empty a wavian can in about 4 minutes or so. The small amount of gas left in the can is minimal like half a can of soup in volume. If your doing multiple cans a funnel is handy to put all the left over in one can to use later. Hope these tips help somone out. Have a merry Christmas.
Those bendable nozzles got air holes at the side pointing to the handles of the can, that's why the dripping in the video. Going slow may prevent that. Got 4 10l cans for prepping and actually to save on fuel prices, but the forever stinking nozzle spoils it, you don't want to put that thing in your car in peace times, it will stink for weeks to come! That thing with a valve makes the bendable portion unnecessarry, but the complicated mechanism will hold even more gas to stink. Thinking about to go for a funnel...
Scepter (Canadian company) makes really nice Military fuel cans that our Canadian Military use, American military and other NATO members.
It’s always a good idea to have a few jerrycans on stash... Great video, Sootch! 👍🏻💪🏻👊🏻
Yes it is. Thanks Brother!
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Ma cans! Ma precious antique cans! ...aww look what ya done to 'em
On the 30L cans, the main cap is used to open the vent.
I have a couple nozzles for my NATO cans, but my go to is the jiggler siphon hose.
Also a good way to deal with very heavy gas cans, allows many to transfer gas from a large can safely. Use the larger diameter Jiggler if it will fit in the in the tank you're transferring to, be sure to check before you depend on it.
Great video. Yeah, about those "drips"... PLEASE inform those not familiar the hazards of dealing with gasoline in colder temps. Gas has a freezing temp of about 100℉, meaning it will still be liquid far colder than it takes to become injurious. Those drips can cause frostbite almost instantly! Nothing conducts heat faster than when wet, now you've got an extremely cold liquid in contact with your skin literally sucking the heat out of your flesh. Wear durable waterproof gloves and be extremely cautious!
Like the Jerry Cans....but they are useless without a good seal for the cap and the spout. I have had a surplus jerry can and a new jerry can for several years. The rubber gasket for the lid and for the spout gets hard in a couple months and they will start to leak. Loose your gasket (like I did) and its really bad! Just a reminder, keep extra gaskets handy. Oh, and the design on the side of the jerry can was to strengthen the sides so it wouldn’t bulge under pressure in hot weather. Nice Review!
The one disadvantage I've had with the NATO 20L cans is, No Handle in the back.
20L of gasoline in a metal can, gets heavy when you have to hold it higher than waist height and only have handles on the top near the spout.
use the lip on the bottom i have a bunch of old USA made cans from ww2 up through nam and the lip on the bottom works fine for a handle
@@ExplosiveWeaponForum Yes I do to but cans with a back handle are so much easier to handle.
I stick to the heavy duty plastic. Use the metal ones at work and prefer the plastic ones i have in my own storage.
This was awesome! First Jerry cans I’ve found that are affordable at Sportsman’s Guide! Ordered several...
I had a feeling it was going to drip and leak while pouring.
I would like to see all three different cans laying on their side to see if they leak.
Wavian won't leak while on its side.
I definitely recommend stabil fuel stabilizer it’s guaranteed to keep gas fresh for 24 months!! (2years)
Watch the Video from "Taryl Fixes All" from 08.08.2021.
He tested 8 brands of fuel stabilizer for at least 19 months.
The results are disappointing.
Storing fuel (Premium without/few Ethanol) in an airtight metal can at a constant temperature is the best way to prevent degradation.
The gas now days dose not last very long couple months. But if SEA FOAM is put in can then filled it will extend the life of the gas by 5 or 6 times so 10 to 12 months. And it helps to keep engine gas or diesel running cleaner longer. Be Safe
7:00, Locking Pin: Maybe you could remove that locking pin and use a steel cable and a padlock to discourage easy fuel theft if you have the tank locked to the outside of your vehicle? Obviously that wouldn't stop a determined thief but might prevent theft if you are just gone hiking for the day and leave your car at the trailhead or something.
10:48 you forgot to edit out the mistakes, great video!!!
I keep a diverse gas cabinet of jerry and jennifer cans.
Gotta be all inclusive these days 😂
I recommend using a shaker siphon, more easy than holding the can up to pour in. Just search shaker siphon.
I made my own nozzles the 50 military cans and I don't have a problem with it it even fits all the new vehicles
Being culturally (psychologically) dependent on all this stuff is the real crisis when the stuff disappears.
It's not just a psychological dependence. My truck won't run without gas, my chainsaw won't run without gas, my generator won't run without gas, my rototiller won't run without gas, and my tractor won't run without diesel fuel. Gasoline and diesel fuel help me do everything quicker and more safely. I can do with out and survive but am not going to right now.
Worth it just so you don't have to deal with the stupid nozzles on the new cans
For those watching, fuel goes bad relatively quick. You may want to add fuel stabilizers for long term storage
Only if you buy ethanol mixed fuel
@@rudiedcr I agree.
"Taryl Fixes All" made a video (08.08.2021) comparing 8 brands of fuel stabilizers over 19 months storage.
The results were poor on most of them.
Premium fuel without Ethanol in an airtight can at constant temperature is the key.
I acquired new NATO OD green jerry vans from Europe for $89 ten years ago from CTD. They are worth it, the made in China ones will swell and leak fumes.
Don’t forget the nozzle! 👍🏻🇺🇸
I picked up a 5g plastic jerry can from TSC. With the new push nozzles it's not worth the saving. Buy the steel cans with the safety caps.
I get through a nozzle every summer, breaks or gums up, at $10 a pop.
Great information bro..
You should add on to if they use an EMP weapon then everybody should have extra wiring and alternators and batteries
Thank you for the discount code
When this started playing I saw the truck and had a bit of a stomach drop. That's the same truck my boss has
I have both the metal ones and the plastic ones. They're both fine for storing fuel, but the filling spouts for the plastic ones are absolute garbage. The metal ones are the best.
Loved the mid-video blooper there 😁
Thank the Lord that those cans are in a metric system, instead of dealing with fractions
I purchase aviation fuel that doesn’t go bad (like station gas), and comes sealed in five gallon drums, and I have a transfer pump to put it into vehicles.
I thought AVGas had lead in it - could be trouble for vehicles with catalytic converters. Fine for small engines though...
@@Athonite yes I guess I don’t think about that, 1972 Land Cruiser, 1969 F250, 1968 Baja Bug. Old school
@@Athonite also I ran out to the shed to look at one and it is less than 100MON per 100 LL. Lead is definitely not good for Catalytic converters, leaded gas was 2-3 grams per gallon. Although quite a bit less, still lead will destroy the catalytic converters ability to function properly, but in a SHTF situation WTFC? It might be worth the risk to get your family to safety, cars are disposable if your life is in the balance. and my old cockroaches will be running long after the newer cars are in the scrap yard.
Building a can rack for my H2. Good tips.
Just ordered some from Sportsman and used sootch for discount. Keep up the great work and Thank you sir!
Lexington Container Company is a good source for Gas cans and a lot of other supplies..
hey sootch, always love the vids man, always informant and knowledgeable, can you make a video on how to and what to do on how to store gas for a long term situation ? thanks, keep up the vids!!!!
Keep it in a can or other sealed fuel safe container. Put fuel stabilizer in it, and preferably keep it in a temperature stable and dry environment. Then rotate the fuel so every few months or at minimum once a year, put the fuel in a vehicle and refill your cans with fresh fuel and stabilizer. Easy as that. No overly long video needed.
I buy nothing but genuine Nato cans... of the 6 I have, all of them made in the 50's and other than storage blems, are perfect in side and have never leaked. I use one place I purchase them from.
Wranglerstar did a really good video about fuel storage; it's really good, so it'll be great to watch after this.
That dude....argh.....screw wrangle
Mine leak every time I use them. I even ordered extra seals. I keep 9 cans full all the time. Recycle every 2 years. Always use winter gas.
My understanding is that winter gas has more ethanol in it to prevent frozen gas lines. It'll attract moisture from the air inside the gas can/condensation and ruin the gas sooner and could start rust inside your gas can.
MERRY CHRISTMAS SOOTCH!!!!!
'Kind of like a tank" LMAO!
Good video on these thank you I have a few 20 litre Jerry cans in the UK I also have some of the 1/2 size 10 litre ones I use.
I use red cans for mixed fuel for my chainsaws and other and green ones for my WRX. Thumbs UP. :)
Does the cross shape recess in the big cap of the 30l can fit onto the bleed screw? So if so it would be a "two birds , one stone" cap. Perhaps the missing bleed screw has a metric thread (made in China) and due to this you can't put any inch screw with an O ring on it. Looks like an M8 (metric screw with 8mm) screw which is very similar to 5/16" screw BUT they differ in pitch and flank angle (60° metric and 55° whitworth). These "markings" are sheet metal beads to increase the stiffnes of sheet metal constructions.
Wish everyone a belated HAPPY NEW YEAR and it is always a pleasure to watch this channel.
Please explain what is wrong with plastic cans. Thanks. Love the videos.
The civilian gas cans completely suck
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Bad flashbacks to "Jerry Can PT" in training...
Good info Sootch. I would have concerns with the 30L cans. The weight of the can and full of gas I'm thinking that's roughly 70+lbs. Could be a little much for some folks.
The good old 20l Wehrmacht-Einheitskanister (Wehrmacht standard canister). Even in Germany, almost nobody knows that the thing is called that.
i have like 6 or 7 of the old cans oldest is dated 44 and newist is dated 87 wish i had gotten more when i had the chance to get them for $5 ea at an estate sale he had 10 of them each with a spout i got 4 of them there and got the rest from people moving or at yard sales
I'm so glad that in Australia we don't have to deal with those crazy spouts
Sceptre are the cans used by the US and Canada... Polyethylene. I ave seen them run over by a Leopard no damage.
They should have put
Cable attached to the caps so you don't loose the caps
I got the 50l getting ready fill up go to the lake fill my boat up, hope they checked it and it dont leak
How did it go, did they leak? I just bought the 50l, but I haven’t filled them up yet
@@rodmann98 so far so good, done run back and forth few times with high octane fuel in and no issue
So these military gas cans are better than your normal plastic gas cans. I have one of these military gas cans never used it
You should buy the green Wavian without the nozzles from Atlantic british. So much cheaper.
i saw some leakage as you filled it. that spout is crappy
I've never thought about storing gas in jerry cans. I normally keep beer in mine.😁
2:25, Nozzle, those are great but not sure if they make them STAINLESS or not? I had a non-stainless one and it rusted all to hell being stored in a garden shed. :(
I went with the gas can that they use for off road vehicles etc kinda pricey but was worth it i think
How do you store gas safely if you live in a townhome without a garage or way to store it outdoors?
Mixing some seafoam in the cans can help stabilize the fuel for up to 2 years