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ZUKIWORLD Discussion Forum => Suzuki 4x4 Forum => Topic started by: HotRod on July 27, 2004, 03:47:30 PM

Title: Jerrys can
Post by: HotRod on July 27, 2004, 03:47:30 PM

I decided it was time to carry a little X-tra gas, being when your off-raod your milage seems to go down a little. ;D
The bracket as been modified to cary a small can or a big can (short trip or long trip)

The bracket is bolted to the swing a-way bumper, It blocks the rear plate but I'll think of something one day ;D
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/jerry%20can%20bracket.jpg)

small can- 2.5 gal - Short trips.
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/jerry%20can%20small.jpg)

Big can - 5gal - longer trips
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/jerry%20can%20big.jpg)

My license plate may go down onto the bumper with a little light (just to stay legal ;D)

Thanks Explosivo ;D

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: explosivo on July 27, 2004, 03:50:32 PM

Sweet. Where'd you get the big jerry can, and how much?

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: TN_Tracker on July 27, 2004, 04:01:37 PM

Nice :)

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: HotRod on July 27, 2004, 04:04:27 PM

I found the big jerry-can at an Auto parts store for 28 bucks  :P
It was cheaper than most off-raod shops, 37 bucks. :o

My little bro rebuilt poart of the can holder to hold a square 2.5 gal can. Just incase I don't need the added weight of a 45lb (5gal) can.
8lbs a gal for water and I'm sure gas wieghs alittle more ???

Bottom Two of the bolt holes are Taped into the arm and the top two may-be spot welded to the top and bolted to the can bracket.

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: Iron_Crow on July 27, 2004, 05:26:54 PM

Actually, gasoline weighs a little less than water, about 7 lbs per gallon.  Still makes for a heavy 35 lbs plus the can...

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: shoyrtt on July 27, 2004, 06:09:37 PM

Nice :D
Any sag in the rear with the full sized can, tire and the lift ???

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: HotRod on July 27, 2004, 06:19:36 PM

I'm sure there will be a little more sag with a full 5 gal can on the back ;D Im still not sure if the bracket can take the full wieght (5gal) with out more support under it. Thats also on my to-do list ;D
Probly if I swing it open, I'll take the 5gal can off first.

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: Zukipilot on July 28, 2004, 12:11:07 AM

Looks good Hot Rod 8) Dont forget to moove the tag, the popo will get you for that one :o
Zig

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: MB on July 28, 2004, 10:25:43 AM

Looks good HotRod 8)







I got mine from the Army HQ (surplus supplies) for $25.00 new. The tie down strap was missing so he let me have it at discount. I could have bought an old used od green for $15 but it was too rusty.



(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v108/samizuki/jerry.jpg)

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: HotRod on July 28, 2004, 05:16:27 PM

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Looks good Hot Rod 8) Dont forget to moove the tag, the popo will get you for that one :o
Zig

I think for now I'll tape the plate to the can and stick a flashlite on it ;D

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: Zukipilot on July 28, 2004, 10:30:49 PM

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I think for now I'll tape the plate to the can and stick a flashlite on it ;D

;D A friend of mine wire tied his inside the rim of his spare on his Jeep. He had to trim down the edges a little for it to fit though.

Zig

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: explosivo on July 29, 2004, 12:58:38 PM

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Looks good HotRod 8)

I got mine from the Army HQ (surplus supplies) for $25.00 new. The tie down strap was missing so he let me have it at discount. I could have bought an old used od green for $15 but it was too rusty.

([url]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v108/samizuki/jerry.jpg[/url])

Hey, I didn't realize you were from Michigan.. whereabouts are you located?

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: MB on July 29, 2004, 02:14:04 PM

Explosivo, I'm in Midland county 5 miles N.east of Coleman Mi. Close to the Gladwin/Midland county line.  :)

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: explosivo on July 29, 2004, 02:28:30 PM

Ah... I'm in Charlevoix county, about 7 miles east of Boyne Falls... soon to be in Grand Rapids (2 weeks) :)

Title: Re: Jerrys can
Post by: HotRod on July 29, 2004, 04:20:05 PM

Hers my rear plate :-/
I think its to noticable ;D
I even put a little lite (little as I could ;)) by it
(http://www.eye-irritant.com/august2004/rear%20plate.jpg)
I have it mounted to the bumper were it angles back  ;)
It should keep Johnny law  (yes, I even know a John in law inforcement industry but not that good) off my tail