[AT] Gas Can Rant

[Mike]

I just added a vent to my diesel can this afternoon, I saw it on the 
internet, drilled a 1/2" hole in the back of the can,  fished a wire 
from the hole to the spout opening and attached a new tire valve stem 
with the core removed. Pulled it back though and voila I now have a vent.

Mike M

On 7/22/2015 4:22 PM, Steve W. wrote:
> charlie hill wrote:
>> Dennis, the fact that all of the blow molded plastic tank makers seem to be
>> doing the same thing
>> leads me to believe that the problem is more insidious and most like due to
>> an EPA regulation or
>> some other bureaucratic action.  If that is not it I'd be inclined to blame
>> the trial lawyers next.
>>
>> Charlie
>>
> The EPA pushed through new standards which led to the new "automatic"
> nozzles.
> The new standards call for fuel storage containers to be unable to vent
> to the atmosphere while not in active use. It also states that the pour
> spout and venting device must also be automatic closing devices that
> cannot become accidentally opened.
>
> I actually agree with the idea behind it, walking into a hot building
> where you forgot to put the vent cap back on or it popped off can be a
> bit overwhelming. That and not losing the cap or vent cover is handy.
>
> I just think the design they came up with sucks.
>
> I install new vents and use "water can" spouts. MUCH better.
>
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