Fueling a 2520
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kennyd
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I have a 4110 so can I answer?
I use a yellow 5 gallon plastic Blitz jug, But it's old enough that it does not have all the government imposed EPA crap that makes you spill more...
I use a yellow 5 gallon plastic Blitz jug, But it's old enough that it does not have all the government imposed EPA crap that makes you spill more...
dddenden
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I have a 2210 so I might not be much help. My fuel cap is in the center of the hood towards the rear, close to the dash. I use one of the newer plastic cans with the "safety" valve. It's junk but I wanted to advise you to protect the hood well. I use a rubber backed bath mat folded in half and rest the can on it. Take the protective cap off the nozzle so it doesn't fall in the tank and then press the valve after the nozzle is inserted into the tank.
Glen Watkins
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Where can you buy off road fuel? Do gas stations have a separate pump?
pdp11
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I have a 2520, and I use a Type II safety can. The built-in nozzle is good for getting the diesel in the hole. The metal cans are a bit heavier to lift up over the hood, but I don't like poly fuel containers. But it's still real easy to over fill it because you can't see into the top of the tank as you pour. I tend to not fill it up completely, and just call it good enough.
Thats what I was thinking would be best. I hate those poly fuel containers for any number of reason, especially the way they slide around in the bed of a pick up
One trick to keep from overfilling: when I fill my 2320, I leave the key in the first position, so I can watch the fuel gauge as it gets to full. On mine, it's full when the needle's just past the top of the gauge.
I agree the safety valve keeps fuel from getting everywhere, but 5 gallons of diesel gets pretty heavy after a while!
I agree the safety valve keeps fuel from getting everywhere, but 5 gallons of diesel gets pretty heavy after a while!
BethesdaEC
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Try the NoSpill cans, you can lift them up and rest them on the filler neck. The have an automatic shutoff when full. The vent air is sucked in from the bottom of the nozzle so when the fuel hits that level the you can hear it and the flow slows dramatically.
No-Spill CARB Gasoline cans
No-Spill CARB Gasoline cans
bp fick
Super Member
I have an older styled 3 gallon plastic can. That's all I care to lift, thank you.
It also doesn't have the modern fittings.
Lifting 5 gallon cans that high? I'd likely make a mess.
It also doesn't have the modern fittings.
Lifting 5 gallon cans that high? I'd likely make a mess.
That's what I do. I use a 6 gallon yellow plastic Rubbermaid container and normally I only have about 4 gallons of fuel in it. With only 4 gallons in the container it's lighter and it does not start coming out the instant you are trying to get the spout in the filler neck on the tractor. I also rest the container on the steering wheel while filling the tractor, have to caution you here as it is best not to have the tractor running as the steering wheel will easily move all over the place because of the power steering and you will have fuel all over the place also (just guessing here
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Runner
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I use the PITA new-style 5 gallon yellow plastic diesel cans from Wally world. I also use a funnel with one of those floats in it that pops up when the fuel level gets to the top. Doesn't work that great. I have better luck guessing how much it will take.
When my fuel gauge gets to "empty", I can still run it for a couple of hours. So, I know if it's on empty, I can get easily about 4 gallons in it (7 gallon tank).
One thing I do to make it easier is set a three-step ladder right next to the right side of the tractor. Then, I put my left foot on the operator platform and right foot on the top ladder step. This makes it easier to hold the jug in pouring position.
Finally, I place a towel on top of the hood around the filler neck area to catch any drips, etc.
When my fuel gauge gets to "empty", I can still run it for a couple of hours. So, I know if it's on empty, I can get easily about 4 gallons in it (7 gallon tank).
One thing I do to make it easier is set a three-step ladder right next to the right side of the tractor. Then, I put my left foot on the operator platform and right foot on the top ladder step. This makes it easier to hold the jug in pouring position.
Finally, I place a towel on top of the hood around the filler neck area to catch any drips, etc.
Henri88
Platinum Member
I use a yellow 6 gallon container and bought a gravity pump and handle nozzle similar in looks to what you see at gas station.They are cheap, but works great. A little slow but no spill. Just set it on a small platform higher than your fuel tank and voilà.:thumbsup:
Spindifferent
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I have a JD 3520, and really like using this can:
Eagle 5 Gallon Type 1 Diesel Safety Can With Funnel UI50FSY
Eagle Manufacturing Company - Safety Cans & Oilers
Eagle 5 Gallon Type 1 Diesel Safety Can With Funnel UI50FSY
Eagle Manufacturing Company - Safety Cans & Oilers
dmay
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I use a 14 gallon Flo n' Go fuel caddy. I know, its not yellow. For me it works great as I store it high on a shelving unit next to where I park my tractor. As it is elevated, flow is gravity fed. I get to feel like a big tractor pulling up to a yard fuel tank.
Note, the 'pump' of this unit is useless. It needs to be elevated to work well.
For me it works great as I store it high on a shelving unit next to where I park my tractor. As it is elevated, flow is gravity fed. I get to feel like a big tractor pulling up to a yard fuel tank. Note, the 'pump' of this unit is useless. It needs to be elevated to work well.
sal64
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i use an old red can and raped yellow dugtape on it .
