Homemade Fuel Can Nozzle Using Pex Plumbing Parts

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[@abe677]

Thanks for the video. A few years ago I attended a safety presentation at work. The outside consultants mentioned the added safety of metal fuel cans. At home I priced them and yes they're expensive. I decided to try one. After fooling with plastic fuel cans my entire life I have to say the metal can is superior. Metal, flexible spout. Easy to open the valve for flow. Valve opens to release pressure in the sun. Nothing to unscrew. I won't buy another plastic can unless I have to.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Metal are pricey but worth the investment if needed. Cheers Mark 👍

[@charliemagoo7943]

Will draw condensation and have more water to put in equipment as well.

[@TheDisgruntledMechanic]

The new "safety" nozzles are they ones I hate! I cannot find a good replacement for them. I like the way your idea works. Great video Steve!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Mike , yes these work great for gas and diesel .

[@PinetreeLine]

Another great idea Steve! Always love how you think outside the box Buddy! 👍🏻🍻

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Doug 👍

[@mikerayle6103]

I just want to pour my gas into my machines why does the government have to stick their hands in the way. Bring back the old cans with a metal flexible nozzle and a vent. Don't think I'm asking a lot here.

[@SteveRobReviews]

I agree Mike , I like these nozzles so far , much better than the cheap plastic ones sold online.

[@Erated78]

This a great solution to those awful Septer nozzles. The screw cap is a brilliant addition as well. I’d give this a try but I think I’d prefer half that length… thanks for sharing this idea Steve, cheers

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Ed , yes make the length whatever is best for the user. Much better than the old nozzles you can't even buy anymore . Cheers 👍

[@AnnieFarmerFarm]

Your so creative, Such a good idea plus when you go pick up gas it doesn't spill with the cap~! Amazing Steve Patten that~

[@SteveRobReviews]

We both have our creative sides and for me it's gas cans and for you it's everything else :)👍

[@heterogeneityrocks1]

Great idea steve! I was thinking i would maybe take a heat gun and heat up the pex and put a small curve. I have had lots that leak in the ribs so good idea

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Jason That's a terrific idea , why didn't I think of that HAHAHA 👍

[@danielalamo2075]

I would much rather have the flexible spout. I live on a small ranch ,20 acres and lease 140. I use fuel cans weekly if not daily for tractors pumps, weed eater, chain saw etc. And for me I use old metal gas cans for small things. But sometimes a flexible spout is definitely necessary. Otherwise I use a siphon hose, mostly for my ranch truck and tractors. Your spout seems really cool. Also, I can still find the flexible spouts online, because of course, you can't get anything here in California.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Daniel the stores out my way no longer sell flexable spouts either so this works for me but one viewer suggested a 45 degree elbow inserted , great idea for my next one. Cheers 👍

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

Nice build!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@547Rick]

Very nice fix Steve! I bit the bullet a few years back and purchased a 5 gal and 2.2 gal Surecan. They work great for me but they are pricey,

[@SteveRobReviews]

That's the way to go but for most it's the plastic gas can , even these are $25 now . Cheers Rick 👍

[@BruceLyeg]

Cool idea Steve. I've thought of building something similar with a rubber fuel hose

[@SteveRobReviews]

Bruce I have been using this for a while and so far its great.

[@joeo1352]

Nice job Steve 👍 like it

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Joe , so far so good. 👍

[@Sylvan_dB]

Wow, sure beats the garbage nozzles! I think the pex (cross-linked polyethylene) will be fine outside just like the gas can (likely high-density polyethylene or low-density polyethylene - HDPE or LDPE). The pex fades and becomes unsuitable for the 180psi pressure rating, and the gas can fades and never had that pressure rating. I made a full-flow faucet splitter with pex and it has been fine outside for over 5 years. One of these days it will probably break, but it has already lasted twice as long and flows far more water than the "full-flow" plastic splitters from the Depot.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Good points 👍 I never leave my gas cans in the sun . So far these are great . You just can't buy a decent nozzle anymore. Cheers 👍

[@Sctronic209]

Very nice thanks for sharing. Home brew skills are invaluable.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Much appreciated 👍

[@kkarllwt]

Never completely drain a gas can into anything you care about or expect to run. Leave the water and crap in the can.

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@leomalino2364]

I always inspect the contents of a gas can before using it especially if the container had been sitting around. Many unexpected things can happen to contaminate it plus the product may be bad when purchased. These precautions have served me well.

[@HuntingFarmerOfficial]

Looks good from here! Definitely an upgrade. Now to do a video on why the crimper broke! 😁

[@SteveRobReviews]

HAHAHA stay tuned for that one too. Thanks Dave 👍

[@buzzsah]

Nice, good idea for sure.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks buddy much appreciated 👍

[@ourkid2000]

I like it! May just make a few myself. I think the only problem would be trying to get it into a car fuel fill. The yellow ones have that bit on the end which allows the tube to slot right into the fuel filler neck.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Yes Chris good point but all my vehicles are capless and require a specific funnel to use a gas can . Cheers 👍

[@CalvinsCorner72]

Never saw that done. Cool

[@SteveRobReviews]

We can't buy spouts in the store anymore so it's plan "B" 👍

[@gatorsworld]

I like the idea but I use funnels a lot but for me....it has to have a flexible end....But ....you have the good bass for future flexible end that I would have to work on....good thinking Steve......CHEERS

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Gator , for those that like this style it's an option but I can't find any nozzles with a cap sold anywhere except cheap wingwang stuff . Take Care 👍

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

Pretty creative Steve! That should work out for you! You're not worried the gas would deteriorate the JB Weld? Take care Steve✌

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Marc The plastic bonder says it solvent safe , have been using it for gas and diesel for a while now and no concerns so far.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I like that Steve and will be something like that for next time. Cheers

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Lloyd Theses are exactly what I'd like to see in the stores but it seems they are so overregulated they stopped selling any nozzles with a cap anymore.

[@PAPATexas]

Bob's your Uncle. Good job and idea Steve.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks buddy much appreciated 👍

[@michaeldixon7961]

"Rubber" used in plumbing for water is often EPDM. The one weakness of EPDM is that it is seriously damaged by any petroleum-based substances. Viton is expensive but very durable when exposed to petroleum. Parts of the needed size and shape may not be available in Viton.

[@SteveRobReviews]

I checked out the specs and solvents are not a concern. Been using these for gas and diesel no concerns. Cheers Michael 👍

[@familywest1697]

It will be interesting to see how the Pex and epoxy hold up to the constant gasoline exposure.

[@leomalino2364]

I did an epoxy repair to a metal gas can spout which outlasted the rest of the gas can (20+ yrs).

[@SteveRobReviews]

The epoxy is rated for solvents and not affected by gas or diesel . Been using the cans and so far no concerns.

[@2ndshiftaudio300]

That new style nozzle. I just gut it out. I remove the anything they put in them. And I vent the can. And all is well. I normally spend nothing.

[@SteveRobReviews]

If it works it's a win 👍👍

[@geraldtakala1721]

I use a battery powered fuel pump as long as the can opening will accommodate it, better than pouring

[@SteveRobReviews]

Good idea for those that could use it. Cheers Gerald. 👍

[@johnnytristan8426]

Very nice

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Johnny 👍

[@Gooditalian]

What’s is the cost for the crimping tool?I don’t think that was included in your 10.00 cost.

[@SteveRobReviews]

The crimping tool is about $50 in canada and $30 USA

[@michaelg.294]

@@SteveRobReviews I'm a plumber, so my cost is ZIP, ZERO, NADA! Same for the Pex and fittings! Matter of fact, I think I'm going to make one of these with a 20' spout, just because I can. (Just don't tell my boss) Thanks for the inspiration!

[@brucelee8189]

Thank you for the video. I have been so tired of the SUPPOSED spill-proof safety gas cans. They always leak. They “take 3 men and a small child” to operate, or at the very least, 3 hands. The pour spouts are always to short. Again, thank you.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Bruce much appreciated 👍

[@overbuiltautomotive1299]

nice i just may do this to my old can .but if you need a new made in USA can get VP racing fuel can standard 3/4 threaded top in the cap ahh just look them up best can ever and it`s for racing so not a bs spout to be seen and its got a threaded vent cap . and pex will work on VP can for the spout allso

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@garyrichards6041]

I am going to build 2 of these, 1 for gas and 1 for diesel for my 2018 Ram for trips. I think for my diesel can I will add the Pex 3/4” on and off Ball Valve because my Ram has “2” flaps to open to put diesel in. Getting the gas can tipped up that high to get into the actual fill tube will make I mess, big time. I know after trying to put diesel in with my new yellow can and the spout being to short and got diesel all over my pants n shoes.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Good idea Gary 👍

[@gusmanson5105]

USE HDPE [black] since it has Carbon Black in it and will hold up to UV rays. Also, I would add, take a fishing swivel, drill small tap hole in the top of your pvc cap and attach a string or wire, chain, etc to keep from losing your cap each time you take it off the can.

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@michaelamick8295]

IMHO your weakest link is the White plastic end cap is likely to be made of styrene plastic. Gasoline will melt it over time. Ethanol in most gas may also attack some of the other components. Please update us in a few months and again next year.

[@SteveRobReviews]

The epoxy says solvent tolerant and so far with gasoline and diesel there has nor been and affect .

[@FromSteelToWood]

I'd prefer a rigid nozzle to this yellow crap. I'll keep that in mind when comes the time to replace them. For now, I use a small transfer pump and it works well too! Thanks!

[@SteveRobReviews]

Ho Joe I could not find any nozzles with a cap on in any store as most of the cheap yellow ones are just too flimsy. Cheers 👍

[@gregbetts8057]

not bad but , will that treaded nozzle fit a unleaded filler neck ? the only other thing that i would have added is a shut of valve in the nozzle , i hate trying to line it up an the fuel is already pissing out on my leg ... good vid , thanks

[@SteveRobReviews]

HAHAHA well Greg all the vehicles I have are capless so I must use a specific funnel.

[@raylares]

Looks like it is fine if you have some of the parts from the original spout. If all you have is the can, seems you are SOL.

[@SteveRobReviews]

It's impossible to buy one so for me with 6 cans it's something I need . Cheers Ray 👍

[@dalehammond1749]

Interesting idea. I prefer a flexible spout but having one that doesn't leak is more important. I've wasted a lot of money buying those easy gas can conversion kits online. The threads are never right and they leak like crazy.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Dale so far this is working out better than expected. I have many gas cans converted and now my friends want them too now :)

[@titusnelson9499]

Is the pipe material compatible with gas or diesel ? Easy test to put short pieces in jar of gas check every week.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Titus I read the spec sheet on the pex and it's solvent compliant as far as I could see. I have been using it so gas and diesel and have noticed any reaction at all.

[@djratino]

I use the cans with the green push button. They're not hard to fill pushing the button down, unlike the cans you used to cock. Now those cans sucks the sides in when cold. I have dremel bits. I cut a 1/32" hole in the handle. That vents it just enough so it doesn't splash out. My main can is an Eagle. You have to use a funnel with those. 🐀🐾

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@ronaldcach2779]

Hi Steve, another great great idea of yours. What are the rubber gaskets called [ 1 1/2 inch dia. ] to other through Amazon ? Thanks Friend again

[@SteveRobReviews]

Hi Ronald These are the ones I ordered but at a lower price as Amazon prices vary a lot so shop around. Cheers 👍 AmerStar Gas Can Gaskets Replacement Gas Tank Jug Spout Rubber Washer Seal fit for Plastic Tank Gott Rubbermaid Essence Wedco Briggs & Stratton Scepter Moelle Eagle Midwest EZ-Pour a.co/d/7dUPyfw

[@ronaldcach2779]

@@SteveRobReviews Thanks Steve

[@OpenAirAdventure]

I like it

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks , couldn't buy one anymore with a screw on cap so diy eh 👍

[@OpenAirAdventure]

@STEVE ROB REVIEWS you know I'm gonna make one now haha

[@SteveRobReviews]

Go for it bud 👍

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good Morning Steve, ( PEX PLUMBING PLASTIC ) that is an OUTSTANDING oral practice for me my friend 🤣👌👍 OUTSTANDING IDEA SIR 👍👌😇 Have a very nice week Sir Cheers 👌👍😇😇

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thanks Dave , great for filling up my tractors . Cheers 👍

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

@@SteveRobReviews Steve, I took my MS 250 a part, just for you ( you ask me how I did it, I know that was a long time ago but like the cavalry I'm running late !!! ) 🤣🤣 Cheers 🍻🍻

[@johnjacobjinglehimerschmid3555]

How about a link to those rubber washers you mention that can be found.

[@SteveRobReviews]

AmerStar Gas Can Gaskets Replacement Gas Tank Jug Spout Rubber Washer Seal fit for Plastic Tank Gott Rubbermaid Essence Wedco Briggs & Stratton Scepter Moelle Eagle Midwest EZ-Pour a.co/d/dWUUtmN

[@d46512]

Pex is polyethylene which should hold up well to gasoline. The red cans are made of HDPE. Q: Is that fitting really a sharkbite union or just an ordinary PEX coupler?

[@SteveRobReviews]

It's branded sharkbit but it's just a regular coupler.

[@bsowhat]

Anyway to make the spout flexible?

[@SteveRobReviews]

I have used the same fittings but used a piece of fuel hose with the same end cap .

[@docink6175]

it looks cool if you have the tool but the nozzles start at $8 on amazon, 3 for 12

[@SteveRobReviews]

Them nozzles would be very light duty compared to these that last a lifetime. Cheers 👍

[@docink6175]

@@SteveRobReviews I suppose although I cant remember ever having one go bad, I bought them because the "safety" designs they came up with were just a pita but now I avoid the issue all together and carry a hand pump suction hose

[@SteveRobReviews]

Good idea 👍

[@docink6175]

@@SteveRobReviews old fart with a bad back...shrug

[@bozomartin3191]

I am looking to accomplish what you are doing in this video but was concerned about whether the epoxy would hold up to gasoline so I checked out product online and the label does not mention gasoline resistance. But the JB people answered a question on Home Depot website inquiring as to whether someone could use to repair hole in plastic gas tank and their answer was NO, i.e. "A: We have no items for plastic gas tanks at this time that will last. Eventually the gasoline will dislodge the repair from the polyethylene material." Apr 16, 2023

[@SteveRobReviews]

Take a look at JB Weld two part epoxies , lots are solvent and fuel resistant . They have a marine epoxie that's awesome too , glues to pretty much anything.

[@SteveRobReviews]

J-B Weld 8272 MarineWeld Marine Epoxy - 2 oz a.co/d/8oAcfa8

[@bozomartin3191]

@@SteveRobReviews Well, I was looking at the specific product in the video and as of last month JB stated they did not make a product that would tolerate gasoline over time. And, when label on product says "Plastics" (for material that product will bond to) one has to research further and inquire as to what type of "plastics." On the HD website for the product in your video and question was asked about whether the product would work on a Dodge bumper and JB answered that those bumpers were urethane and referred them to a 3M product. I will tell you that the JB company really knows their stuff and it is a good idea to contact them with specific use questions. I really like the ideas in your video as I have many, many gas cans over the many iterations of "fixes" imposed on us and just really want to have a dispenser where you remove the cap and pour, like in your video. I am sure you could easily figure out a way to not use the product (like just with compression) that I am concerned that, over time, I would be pouring into my equipment (in other words, if the gas is breaking down the "glue" that I am pouring some of that glue in with the gas).

[@SteveRobReviews]

So far the gas and diesel does not seem to affect it . If it was constantly submerged, that may be different . I'm trying the JB weld origional epoxy and so far that one is holding up well too.

[@terryweekly4510]

You should not use pvc cap. Pvc and gasoline dont play well together over time. Use a polyethelene cap instead.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Terry I have not noticed any affect so far , The cap is not immersed in the gasoline so I see zero affects . For the low cost if I ever see any affect its easy to change out . I don't don't see any polypropylene caps available but I will look next time I'm at Home Depot. Cheers 👍

[@otrotland5377]

a parts list would be good?

[@SteveRobReviews]

It's a good idea but realistically it's very difficult to do , it's just pipe , clamps , fittings and epoxy that is not universally listed the same in all the countries around the world . Cheers 👍

[@bradtownsend1457]

How much did the crimping tool cost I guess its thirty bucks it is a good idea .

[@SteveRobReviews]

Brad I've seen them on sale $30-50 . I do a lot of pex plumbing already so I had the crimpers.

[@DriveShaftDrew]

10% canadian made by you 70% made in china or japan 10% us maybe lol but also only good with a vented gas can

[@SteveRobReviews]

Yes you have to vent the can or have lots of patience and time LOL

[@chucknSC]

Pex too stiff. Need to use a flex hose.

[@SteveRobReviews]

If you prefer a hose it's easy to attach

[@timberray9572]

Is an American foot shorter than a Canadian foot? 'Cause we have twelve inches in a foot.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Both the same 12 inches . Our gallons are different, about one liter more than a US gallon.

[@timberray9572]

@@SteveRobReviews I was being sarcastic 😁

[@SteveRobReviews]

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[@williamlewis3965]

I get my nozzles at tractor supply $12

[@SteveRobReviews]

Thats a good price 👍

[@robertcook9253]

Pour some gas out of it, so we can see it doesn't leak.

[@SteveRobReviews]

You will see me using it in the future. Cheers 👍

[@mrprimenumbers6448]

that opoxy is not going to last, gas is used as a solvent for stuff like that. second if you spray the nozel with any kind of paint do not ever try and store it inside the container.

[@SteveRobReviews]

The epoxy is solvent resistant , I have been using the gas cans and no affect . The epoxy is fine.

[@dangilbertville2577]

Spout is tooo stiff.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Works fine for me.

[@lonniechartrand]

The costs goes way up if you don't own a pex crimper. Just saying.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Yes absolutely but at least you have an option because spouts are not sold in my area anymore and even if you can find them online their low cost plastic that falls apart quite fast so yes these are an investment if you need them .

[@kirkc3542]

PEX ...ok if you don't leave it sitting i the fuel to long...pex will leach petro chemicals and when it does leach it will take compounds from the pex with it right through your engine .

[@SteveRobReviews]

Absolutely not , pex pipe is not affected by solvents at all . Check out the specs on pex like I did before trying it. Cheers Kirk 👍

[@kirkc3542]

@@SteveRobReviews PEX is not an HDPE its a cross link which is why its not used under ground thanks.

[@greasezert2228]

I had rather have the original Blitz with the vent. It pours much better.

[@SteveRobReviews]

The old stuff was great but trying to find a free flowing gas can today can be a challenge. Cheers 👍

[@jadehyrum531]

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