I’m not quick to anger But this is infuriating!!!!

[KWend54]

I have reached the age where Anger is not a feeling that I am easy to exhibit. I usually am able to let things that are annoying go or side step them! BUT….Damn the current state of plastics 5 gallons gas containers!! It takes 1/2 an hour to empty half the contents, because of spouts that have to be depressed, safety buttons that must be pushed in order for the stupid spout to be depressed and impossible for air to flow into the tank to keep a flow going! I have replaced spouts with after market free flow spouts, but that requires making a hole in the opposite corner for air flow and constantly trying to come up with a proper seal.
I miss old gas cans!!!!

 

[hittman]

Problem solved.

You’re welcome.

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[KWend54]

I have several of those and it doesn’t solve the problem, only creates a new one because of the lack of air displacement. I would like to find a can or jug with an actual cap on the opposite side of the spout like we use to have!!!

 

[KWend54]

I just ordered two racing cans with separate vents…. see if those work

 

[Tenbore]

I just got several new diesel cans and retrofitted them with aftermarket spouts and vents. No problems. Now they work as they should.

 

[Watertender]

Now you have me thinking..... I am going to try something... A trip to the hardware store for a little plumbing aisle engineering will answer the question. If it works out I will let you know

 

[KWend54]

I guess what pisses me off the most is the nanny state we live in now!! The government feels it must pass laws regarding gas can safety to protect us, but they don’t protect us from the mass illegal influx of God only knows who is crossing our southern borders!!!

 

[Dave P.]

I just got several new diesel cans and retrofitted them with aftermarket spouts and vents. No problems. Now they work as they should.

Yup it ain't rocket science, just a pain in the butt to have to rework something as simple as a gas can to
make it usable in the real world.

 

[Goldstar225]

I have several of those and it doesn’t solve the problem, only creates a new one because of the lack of air displacement. I would like to find a can or jug with an actual cap on the opposite side of the spout like we use to have!!!

The link Hittman posted solves your problem. The spouts come with a vent that is installed opposite from the spout. I use similar ones that I buy at Tractor Supply.

 

[Danjet500]

I have two of these old cans. One I've had for about 40 years, the other I picked up at a garage sale for $2. I'm always looking for more.

 

[KWend54]

The link Hittman posted solves your problem. The spouts come with a vent that is installed opposite from the spout. I use similar ones that I buy at Tractor Supply.

i’ve tried those from tractor supply and they don’t work, If the spout and vent are in the same tube it’s way to slow. The container is always gasping for air if you have it inverted, upside down pouring

 

[MHtractorguy]

I have many tractors and associated petro powered equipment. I buy spouts and vents from Amazon. Hittman posted a link to similar parts. Note that it says with vent.
Drill a hole in the end opposite the spout, PUT EPOXY around the hole, pop the vent in the hole, screw the nozzle on and you are back in the '80s Brother!

 

[KWend54]

I have many tractors and associated petro powered equipment. I buy spouts and vents from Amazon. Hittman posted a link to similar parts. Note that it says with vent.
Drill a hole in the end opposite the spout, PUT EPOXY around the hole, pop the vent in the hole, screw the nozzle on and you are back in the '80s Brother!

totally understand the process and I have done that as well…just makes me mad that I even have to!

 

[wheelgun1958]

I use these. Place the nozzle in the tank and push the button. No muss no fuss. Tractor supply or amazon. They're not cheap, but work great unless you back over it with your truck.

 

[MHtractorguy]

I think these EPA certified abominations are the problem that we are upset with. I am glad they are working well for you.
I prefer to lift the can, pour, set the can down, put the lid back on at sundown.

 

[KWend54]

I use these. Place the nozzle in the tank and push the button. No muss no fuss. Tractor supply or amazon. They're not cheap, but work great unless you back over it with your truck.

Yes, they will work, but slowly in my experience. Anytime your asking a container to vent though the liquid out the spout that’s pouring and you have the container totally upside down it’s going to gulp air slowing the emptying process

 

[KWend54]

I think these EPA certified abominations are the problem that we are upset with. I am glad they are working well for you.
I prefer to lift the can, pour, set the can down, put the lid back on at sundown.

there ya go!!!!

 

[KWend54]

I have two of these old cans. One I've had for about 40 years, the other I picked up at a garage sale for $2. I'm always looking for more.

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That’s what I want! Thank you government for protecting us….. NOT

 

[arfmel]

Some brands of motor oil come in red one gallon plastic jugs with simple, resealable plastic lids, like gas cans used to have. I’ve seen people use them for other petroleum based liquids.

ETA: This practice is probably dangerous and illegal and shouldn’t be tolerated

 

[caryc]

I use these. Place the nozzle in the tank and push the button. No muss no fuss. Tractor supply or amazon. They're not cheap, but work great unless you back over it with your truck.