Is this too heavy for the KJ? (Spare Tire Gas Can Mount)

Cacher123 · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 3:33 pm

http://www.offroadunlimited.com/ProductCart/PC/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=1002

jason thompson · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:06 pm

Cacher123 wrote:

http://www.offroadunlimited.com/ProductCart/PC/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=1002

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

Maximum Carnage · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:16 pm

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.

Mango~Ridge · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:41 pm

I'd be more concerned about someone running into it :shock:

Cacher123 · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 4:49 pm

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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.)

tjkj2002 · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:14 pm

Cacher123 wrote:

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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.)

VTNomad · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:16 pm

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.

tjkj2002 · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:19 pm

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.

jdorris · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 5:41 pm

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.

phxtoad · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:30 pm

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

dieselenthusiast · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:45 pm

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.

Sport · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:50 pm

phxtoad wrote:

That's why you need one of these thingamajiggers...

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/683398/3

Todd

That might work better with an aftermarket bumper like RL. THe hitch sits higher for better departure angles.

MULE · **Posted:** Thu Jul 12, 2007 10:08 pm

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.

Is this too heavy for the KJ? (Spare Tire Gas Can Mount)

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