The Perfect Fuel and Water Carrier?
#1
Posted 16 February 2011 - 07:36 PM
The latest issue sneak peak showcases the new RotopaX protable fuel and water carriers.
The thing that is so intrigueing about this setup is that it is so versatile. You can mount it anywhere and with the simple twist of knob. No more bulky metal can holders or rusted out cans. It also is extremly modular and you can stack them or mount them end to end. These guys have really made a great product.
The only drawback that I can see is that it is only 4 gallons vs the usual 5.
check out: http://www.rotopax.com/Gasoline/ for the whole picture.
Any thoughts?
Home Skillet
Drive far away then stand in the water slinging bugs
#2
Posted 16 February 2011 - 08:23 PM
IMO heavy items should not be mounted on the backs of these campers. Heavy off road use will take it's toll. I recently had to have my Hawk repaired due to cracks in the frame in the rear of the camper (causing a crack to appear in the camper skin above the door).....and this was without any heavy items mounted on it.
I quess it all depends on how much you beat the camper off road. Some folks might be OK with the extra weight there....as for me.....no way I would do it.
2010 Ford F250 4X4; 6.4 Powerstroke Diesel; Warn 16.5 winch; Airlift Springs; Transfer Flow 47 gal. fuel tank, BDS 4" lift kit, BDS dual steering stabilizer with upgraded Fox 2.0 shocks, Toyo 35X12.50X18 Open Country M/T tires, Pro Comp wheels; 2008 FWC Hawk Camper; 2000 Toyota Tundra.
#3
Posted 16 February 2011 - 08:55 PM
Water is 8lbs perr gall, right? So we are talking around 32 lbs per container since they are only 4 gal. That's not a ton of weight. I don't know how a campe wall would take that. Maybe a reinforcment plate would help, but then you are defeating the purpose of the "rackless" system.
More thoughts?
Home Skillet
Drive far away then stand in the water slinging bugs
#4
Posted 16 February 2011 - 11:02 PM
Craig K6JGV_________________________ 2004 2500 CTD 4X4 FWC HAWK 1960 CJ5
#5
Posted 17 February 2011 - 12:03 AM
The Reliance Products Rhino Pak is a heavy duty water container made of rugged, puncture resistant foodgrade high density material. The premium spigot and vent cap allow the container to be stored on its side. The patterned side panels allow the unit to nest together when stacked on its side or standing up. The Rhino Pak fits most standard ATV racks and it is ideally suited for any adventure where water is needed.
Heavy duty water container
Made of rugged, puncture resistant foodgrade high density material
Premium spigot and vent cap allow it to be stored on its side
Patterned side panels allow the unit to nest together when stacked on its side or standing up
Fits most standard ATV racks
Suitable for any adventure where water is needed
#6
Posted 20 February 2011 - 05:10 PM
This is what I have been using for water, 5.5 gallons. Online from Walmart, $19.95, straps on the bumper and has been secure for the last 20,000 miles . Spout is good for filling my FWC internal tank. Petrol, I have 38 gallons, that should be good enough.
Was there a link to this thing?
Drive far away then stand in the water slinging bugs
#7
Posted 20 February 2011 - 05:22 PM
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Reliance-Products-Rhino-Pak/14550465Was there a link to this thing?
#8
Posted 22 February 2011 - 09:11 PM
$20 for the jug + $20-40 for a mounted holder = around $50. I guess if a person was to want to mount it on the side of a rig or camper then the RotopaX at $80 or so isn't that bad. Still, hard to beat Walmart for cheap gear.
How to you strap it to your bumper? Any pictures?
Home Skillet
Drive far away then stand in the water slinging bugs
#9
Posted 18 May 2011 - 03:15 PM
I just bought an Adventure Trailers fuel can holder for my truck. I will mount it on the right side of the door on the back of my camper. Marty reinforced my camper frame there instead of a window just for that purpose.
Good luck with this. If you're like me, I spent a lot of time researching before I bought.
Since my fuel can is mounted higher then my gas tank, I also bought a jiggler with a hose long enough to reach to the bottom of the fuel can and around into my truck gas tank. Now when I need extra fuel, I wont have to remove the fuel can, just open, jiggle a siphon, and watch it flow.
Scott, Valerie and Dukino
2002 Tacoma Ext Cab TRD 4 X 4
2020 FourWheel Fleet, loaded
#10
Posted 22 June 2011 - 10:51 AM
I love the Rotopax. I carry 4 gallons fuel and 4 gallons water.
Jeff
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