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| Author: | Cacher123 [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 3:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Is this too heavy for the KJ? (Spare Tire Gas Can Mount) |
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| Author: | jason thompson [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:06 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Is this too heavy for the KJ? (Spare Tire Gas Can Mount) |
Cacher123 wrote:
full no empty yes unleaded is something like 6.5# per gallon so that is 32.5# + the can on top of the it has more leverage being pushed out from the gate |
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| Author: | Maximum Carnage [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:16 pm ] |
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It might be too heavy. I wouldn't want to be the first one to ripe the spare tire off. But I have climbed on the spare to get to my roof basket and I way 200lbs. But then again when you're driving around and weight is pulling down on the spare that might cause some carnage.Here's the Pic. 
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| Author: | Mango~Ridge [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:41 pm ] |
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I'd be more concerned about someone running into it 
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| Author: | Cacher123 [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:49 pm ] |
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Quote: I'd be more concerned about someone running into it
Then after it spilled all over thier hood, you could accidently flick your bic and say "whoops, did I do that?" (After pulling away of course.) |
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| Author: | tjkj2002 [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:14 pm ] |
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Cacher123 wrote: Quote: I'd be more concerned about someone running into it Then after it spilled all over thier hood, you could accidently flick your bic and say "whoops, did I do that?" (After pulling away of course.) 
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| Author: | VTNomad [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:16 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Weight |
I've stood on my spare, and I weigh 175 pounds. I don't think the tank would cause any problems, even when opening the swing gate. Who has a big mud-terrain on the spare, they could probably verify that. |
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| Author: | tjkj2002 [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:19 pm ] |
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Just remember the factory spare mount is only designed for 50lbs,a OEM tire and rim is 45 lbs.My swing gate started sagging bad after having 85+lbs MT/R and steel rim on it for a year so I moved the spare to the roof until I get RL's spare tire carrier. |
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| Author: | jdorris [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:41 pm ] |
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I have that carrier on my commando. It doesn't mount on the tire but it has the same clamp down bracket, it has been years since I bought it, might have been a confer. Anyway, besides the weight, the bracket is very hard on the can. I am on my second, it eventually stresses the bottom seam to the point of leaking. If you do carry one I would only put it on when going offroad, to reduce wear and tear from every day driving. For the KJ I may just try a couple of plastic cans strapped on top in a basket. |
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| Author: | phxtoad [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Hitchcans |
That's why you need one of these thingamajiggers... 
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/683398/3 Yes - it kinda reduces your departure angle. I mostly developed it for getting from home to base camp - not necessarily for 'wheelin. 10 extra gallons of go-go juice, though! Todd |
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| Author: | dieselenthusiast [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hitchcans |
phxtoad wrote: That's why you need one of these thingamajiggers...
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/683398/3 Yes - it kinda reduces your departure angle. I mostly developed it for getting from home to base camp - not necessarily for 'wheelin. 10 extra gallons of go-go juice, though! Todd Nice, I really like the idea. I have a hitch hauler as sold at Wal-Mart. The hitch hauler dramatically cuts down on approach, but I use it just to get me to base camp then I take it off for play. It’s nice for hauling heavy gear or added fuel. I like the plastic 5 gallon BLITZ containers like you would get at Wal_Mart. |
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| Author: | Sport [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hitchcans |
phxtoad wrote:
That might work better with an aftermarket bumper like RL. THe hitch sits higher for better departure angles. |
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| Author: | MULE [ Thu Jul 12, 2007 10:08 pm ] |
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I'm 280 lbs. And it supports me. Although, I'm not on top as I bounce down the trail. Also check with your state DMV. If your from NY, it might be illigal to transport gas in any container right behind your jeep. A small fender bender could be major trouble. |
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