Awesome ideas. Here's one more, spray the bottom few inches of the can with flex seal or similar rhino liner type spray to keep paint from chipping when sat on the ground which inevitably leads to rust. The killer of all Jerry cans.
Thx for tips. As for the leaking cap issues, I went with an EZ-Pour gray cap (part # B5) for a solid, no leak seal. They also offer a gray base cap if you like using a pour spout.
I ordered replacement caps that don’t have a hole in them, a solid cap from Amazon for $5 for a set of two in case I lose or break one. They work great. I also hated the spout that came with this one. I bought a screw on spout that is much longer and better for $15. No leaks.
I would guess the ez-pour spout would fit. I have also put a long hose on the white spout part that you pulled out. Haven't tried the Midwest steel can. It looks nice. I have a few Midwest plastic cans that I have put the snap-in vents in. Venting helps the flow a lot.
I got this can over a decade ago when it was at half the today cost. Took it camping in my gas guzzler truck only to find out that its nozzle leaks like a drunken sailor. A junk and dangerous product I almost retire it in a desert. Your great idea make me want to give it another try.
More importantly, Buy ONLY Ethanol Free gas for Long Term Storage. Ethanol free gas without stabilizer lasts longer than E10 with stabilizer. There are videos that demonstrate why, a good one to check out is FortNine, the motorcycle channel ✌
I like the look of the Midwest jerry can. The seems are well made just not a fan of the spout. The cheap jerry cans have the good spout but have crappy seems that stick out all the way around. They aren't sunk in like the Midwest. So I ended up buying a cheap new jerry can with good spout just for water. I also bought 2 used but good condition military jerry cans with the old style long metal hose. So it's a personal preference. Keep in mind my total spent for all 3 cans including new spouts for the older ones and new gaskets for the caps on the older ones was 60 bucks
The round rubber spout holder you created. Is that just another rubber washer you got from Lowes? Did I miss how you said you secured it in the holder?
I like these cans. I removed the flash screen so i can get my siphon in the cans. I prop the can on a ladder to get the siphon going. I ordee the ez flow yellow storage caps because I dont like the ring and puck design.
The screw-on cap on mine has failed. It's split at the top of the threads and now leaks. I'm looking for metal replacement caps. Do you know if any metal replacements?
@@griffinhahn7400 I've looked high and low. Still nothing, but a strong epoxy on the cracked cap has done well with no leaks to date. Still however on a hunt for a metal replacement. I think MidWest has used a custom thread.
@@TSGEnt I will be buying 2 of these cans next week and I found some good caps for these cans on amazon. They are a hard polymer/plastic and according to reviews they are great for these cans. Here is the link www.amazon.com/dp/B00P9R1TH2/?coliid=I1EDGVUAY68843&colid=234R8I38XLOIZ&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
$60 for a gas can is a bit much but if the opening were more like the military it would be worth it. I use electric fuel pumps but they will not fit through the openings of these cans.
You made a label that says UNLEADED ? Is there a possibility that you might mistake this can with the LEADED one? FFS make a label that has the OCTANE RATING or ETHANOL CONTENT... Maybe a mixture ratio for the 2 cycle users? 40:1, 50:1, 32:1...
n4pwr Nice question! For emergency storage of gas, and light around the house use, YES! As an every day carrier in the field or on the back of your Jeep, truck, NO!
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Awesome ideas. Here's one more, spray the bottom few inches of the can with flex seal or similar rhino liner type spray to keep paint from chipping when sat on the ground which inevitably leads to rust. The killer of all Jerry cans.
Did they have Flex seal in 2015? lol
Your adaptations to make it more secure and useful are absolutely Genius.
Thx for tips. As for the leaking cap issues, I went with an EZ-Pour gray cap (part # B5) for a solid, no leak seal. They also offer a gray base cap if you like using a pour spout.
I ordered replacement caps that don’t have a hole in them, a solid cap from Amazon for $5 for a set of two in case I lose or break one. They work great. I also hated the spout that came with this one. I bought a screw on spout that is much longer and better for $15. No leaks.
I would guess the ez-pour spout would fit. I have also put a long hose on the white spout part that you pulled out. Haven't tried the Midwest steel can. It looks nice. I have a few Midwest plastic cans that I have put the snap-in vents in. Venting helps the flow a lot.
Thanks for both videos! I have two of these and am happy with them. Except for the spouts, which I am going to modify as you did later today.
we put a vent in our cans using a tire air stem. works great.
Just ordered these
www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZT3GPKR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9iOIFbDE9EYX1
I also got old school nozzles coming.
Thank you for a location of the vent. I've been thinking of different ones but yours seems the best so far.
I got this can over a decade ago when it was at half the today cost. Took it camping in my gas guzzler truck only to find out that its nozzle leaks like a drunken sailor. A junk and dangerous product I almost retire it in a desert. Your great idea make me want to give it another try.
Good solution. Well done and thanks for sharing!
You're a smart cookie! I love your ideas! And HAHAHAHA...I first thought the "U" stood for...."UPGRADED." LOL
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Be sure to put fuel stabilizer in all the fuel so it doesn't go bad as quickly in storage. Nice video. Thanks.
More importantly, Buy ONLY Ethanol Free gas for Long Term Storage.
Ethanol free gas without stabilizer lasts longer than E10 with stabilizer.
There are videos that demonstrate why, a good one to check out is FortNine, the motorcycle channel ✌
Nice! Thanks for doing the leg work, can't wait to do these to mine.
The inside diameter of that spout is absurd. No wonder it pours so slowly! "I'm from the Gubment, and I'm here to help. Where's your gas can?"
I like the look of the Midwest jerry can. The seems are well made just not a fan of the spout. The cheap jerry cans have the good spout but have crappy seems that stick out all the way around. They aren't sunk in like the Midwest. So I ended up buying a cheap new jerry can with good spout just for water. I also bought 2 used but good condition military jerry cans with the old style long metal hose. So it's a personal preference. Keep in mind my total spent for all 3 cans including new spouts for the older ones and new gaskets for the caps on the older ones was 60 bucks
Cool stuff, will check out the your 1st video!
The cap on mine has broken while just sitting there in less than a year. If there a metal replacement for these?
Awesome! Thank you for sharing!
The round rubber spout holder you created. Is that just another rubber washer you got from Lowes? Did I miss how you said you secured it in the holder?
Yes! It is just a rubber washer!
I like these cans. I removed the flash screen so i can get my siphon in the cans. I prop the can on a ladder to get the siphon going. I ordee the ez flow yellow storage caps because I dont like the ring and puck design.
Ahh,. wow. You kneed ta rethink this.
Thanks for the video!
The screw-on cap on mine has failed. It's split at the top of the threads and now leaks. I'm looking for metal replacement caps. Do you know if any metal replacements?
TSG Im trying to find one too
@@griffinhahn7400 I've looked high and low. Still nothing, but a strong epoxy on the cracked cap has done well with no leaks to date. Still however on a hunt for a metal replacement. I think MidWest has used a custom thread.
@@TSGEnt I will be buying 2 of these cans next week and I found some good caps for these cans on amazon. They are a hard polymer/plastic and according to reviews they are great for these cans. Here is the link www.amazon.com/dp/B00P9R1TH2/?coliid=I1EDGVUAY68843&colid=234R8I38XLOIZ&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
@@gacastillo21 Thanks. When you get them, post your results we'd love to know they work out.
@@TSGEnt Just bought the harbor freight midwest jerry cans and the EZ pour caps fit perfectly. I definitely recommend.
Have you removed the inset plastic filter to use that jiggler pump? If you have, please let me know how you did it!
Nice video. I may try one of these cans and use your mods.
Great ideas!!
Have you tried to put a vent on the can?
All gas is unleaded, did you mean ethanol free?
$60 for a gas can is a bit much but if the opening were more like the military it would be worth it. I use electric fuel pumps but they will not fit through the openings of these cans.
Step 1) get NATO cans. Step 2) don’t deal with CARB nonsense. Step 3) Happiness.
Have you tried the EZpour spout on one yet?
No I haven't..
I tried but it did not fit.
@@davidbruce6601 it does you just have to get the grey colored threaded cap
You made a label that says UNLEADED ? Is there a possibility that you might mistake this can with the LEADED one? FFS make a label that has the OCTANE RATING or ETHANOL CONTENT... Maybe a mixture ratio for the 2 cycle users? 40:1, 50:1, 32:1...
bottom line do you recommend this can?
n4pwr Nice question!
For emergency storage of gas, and light around the house use, YES!
As an every day carrier in the field or on the back of your Jeep, truck, NO!
Does a NATO spout fit on these cans?
No
@@DAN_CLERGYMAN
Thanks
@@brianjordan2192 no problem 👍
thank you for sharing this awesome DIY mod...
Pour a shot of marvel mystery oil in it and swirl it around the top portions. Let stand with lid on upright for a month . Can will never rust out.
Don't need to, inside is coated to prevent rust
Silly plastic cap not a patch on the original lever locking cap that could not be mislaid
Nice...
The low down on original jerry cans: ruclips.net/video/XwUkbGHFAhs/видео.html
I have 5 cans. The seals all leak, but the big prob is the caps split. If anyone knows of a quality replacement, post it here.
Check the internet, I think they have aluminum gas caps you will have to figure out what the threads and opening are.
You "Jerry Rigged" the Jerry Can!
you mean jury rigged.
Wouldn't it be easier and faster to just unsnap the ring? 🙄
It would definitely be