Proper Gasoline Storage

[DocHeb]

If you've had metal cans for any length of time, I'm sure you would remember the small, pinhole leaks that occur from seemingly minor trauma. You could avoid this by getting the really heavy duty gas cans, but $$$. This is why plastic is used.

Both metal and plastic cans can generate static when they are filled off the ground, such as in a pickup bed or trailer. Both types should be grounded. The next time you're at an airport, watch the refeulers. The very first and very last things they do are attaching/detaching the ground wire to the aircraft. I suppose you could use a ground wire for refilling containers in a truck or trailer, but please don't use it on my advice! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

 

[NY_Yankees_Fan]

I am sure most of you have read this thread, but for you who have not and still store gasoline in plastic cans, well read this

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I am happy that no one was hurt or injured as a result of the fire. I hope RSKY had 100% replacement coverage and not ACV so he can replace the items lost. I also hope he does not have a high deductible, like I have $2500, or this fire would really hurt.

 

[LBrown59]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( My father had a small flamables shed he built away from the house and the garage. It was about 3 ft tall, by 2 ft deep, by 5 ft long. He kept his kerosene, gasoline, paint thinner, etc., out in the shed. Figured if it went up he was only out the wood he built the shed out of.<br> )</font>
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Smart man :Same policy I've followed for 42 years.

 

[LBrown59]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( I have several cans of gasoline setting in my garage. ? )</font>

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This is a big No No in my BOOK.
Never Ever store flammable liquids inside any building that you're not willing to forfeit.

I store mine in an old freezer that sits out side at least 30 feet away from any structure.

Another suggestion is buy one of those cheap metal storage buildings like you see at trailers in trailer parks.
Be sure to place it least 30 to 50 feet away from any other structures.

Better get that gas out of the garage before your insurance company cancels your policy or refuses to pay a claim if your house catches on fire.

 

[chazz277]

After reading all the stuff about gas can storage, I have one question. Most advice includes the condition that the storage area be well-ventilated, yet the safest storage place sounds like an old unused refrigerator. Do these contradict each other? Would the refrigerator be unsafe because of lack of ventilation?

 

[Scooby074]

Havent read the whole thread, but i definitely wouldnt recommend storing gasoline in a fridge. Seems like the lack of circulation would lead to a buildup of fumes.

 

[LBrown59]

Havent read the whole thread, but i definitely wouldnt recommend storing gasoline in a fridge. Seems like the lack of circulation would lead to a buildup of fumes.

Put some vents in it.

 

[Scooby074]

Put some vents in it.

I still dont think youd have enough circulation. Ill just keep storing mine out in the open in the barn.

 

[chazz277]

Thanks for your opinions, Scooby074 and LBrown59.