rotopax gas can

[kolelt]

Thinking of ordering a rotopax gas can 2gal. Are they good ? I don't have a rear bumper so I won't be mounting it on the tire carrier. But I have a roof rack and I'd like to put up there since it's a low profile gas can looking. But I'd be putting it sideways, on it's side. Wondering if it's a good idea to have it on a side on a roof. Like I'm worried it would start leaking ? Or are they good quality and it doesn't matter ??

Also, who makes good small shovels/axe ?

 

[TOPSECRETTUNDRA]

Small shovel, get a military style E Tool.

 

[ajonesnv]

Rotopax are great tanks. My buddy has several for his quads and they never leak. They are quite versatile too.

Shovel/Axe The MAX ? An ax, shovel, pick, rake, hoe and more all in one, it accommodates seven tools onto a single polyglass handle multipurpose tool & the Safety Impact Wrench ?

I don't have one, but saw one at a show and seem really nice. I have a regular axe and a razorback shovel.

I'd steer away from the small foldable shovels, they are not sturdy enough for anything more than digging a poop hole.

 

[kolelt]

WHat about the gas can. Is it safe to have to the rotopax on it's side ??

 

[Spunk]

WHat about the gas can. Is it safe to have to the rotopax on it's side ??

Yep. I have these things on the back of my daily driver. I recommend them.

I also have the water packs on board as well. They can swap out with the red's on the back no problem.

Oh, and shovels are on the roof.

 

[kolelt]

Yep. I have these things on the back of my daily driver. I recommend them.

I also have the water packs on board as well. They can swap out with the red's on the back no problem.

Oh, and shovels are on the roof.

You think I'd be safe to have them on roof rack laying on a side. ?

 

[slides]

it shouldnt be an issue, just make sure the cap is on tight.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/rotopax/6465419219/in/set-72157619612611572

 

[ajonesnv]

You think I'd be safe to have them on roof rack laying on a side. ?

Absolutely not a problem...many quads have them mounted that way.

 

[MasonT4R]

I run mine in the roof rack. Just make sure the cap is tight and you are a good.

 

[4Runner4TW]

Yep. I have these things on the back of my daily driver. I recommend them.

I also have the water packs on board as well. They can swap out with the red's on the back no problem.

Oh, and shovels are on the roof.

Wow I really like the set up, but I'm assuming you can no longer put the rear window down?

 

[kolelt]

I run mine in the roof rack. Just make sure the cap is tight and you are a good.

Are those 2 gallon ? And I assume you run it with gas in cans right ?

 

[MasonT4R]

Are those 2 gallon ? And I assume you run it with gas in cans right ?

They are 3 gallon and yes I run them like that with gas in them. Just make sure to tighten those caps!

 

[Spunk]

Wow I really like the set up, but I'm assuming you can no longer put the rear window down?

Actually, the window goes down just fine and dandy. It's functionality is not affected at all by this setup. However, I do recommend getting new rear hatch struts. Otherwise, the 4Runner may eat you. You may need something to prop the hatch up while its open.

 

[NoHair]

Had mine on their sides for over 2 years, never a leak.
Only advice is, learn how to open them BEFORE filling them, twist lock seems to be a child lock for newbies.
Yes 2nd Gen but its about cans :der:

 

[JWaldz]

Rotopax cans are GREAT! I've had one for a while now hanging off the back of my tire carrier. I think they look a lot better than the scepter military cans.

Is that a freaking gun turret on the top of your 4runner???

 

[NoHair]

Rotopax cans are GREAT! I've had one for a while now hanging off the back of my tire carrier. I think they look a lot better than the scepter military cans.



Is that a freaking gun turret on the top of your 4runner???

:50cal::ak472::gun6::uzi:
Since I didn't see any HK21s :tongue1:

 

[RandyDaytona]

Small shovel, get a military style E Tool.

+1. Fits under the seat and is virtually indestructible. If you can find one, it's worth seeking out the Vietnam-era version with the wooden handle and the pick opposite the shovel head. I have that and a compact snow shovel (like the type mountaineers use) and both disappear under my back seat.

 

[kolelt]

+1. Fits under the seat and is virtually indestructible. If you can find one, it's worth seeking out the Vietnam-era version with the wooden handle and the pick opposite the shovel head. I have that and a compact snow shovel (like the type mountaineers use) and both disappear under my back seat.

Where would you look for one ?

 

[68dave]

I run mine in the roof rack. Just make sure the cap is tight and you are a good.

2 questions, is that a rola rack? And what mounts did you purchase to mount your rotopax cans? I have a rola rack on my runner and i like your set up, thanks.

 

[MasonT4R]

2 questions, is that a rola rack? And what mounts did you purchase to mount your rotopax cans? I have a rola rack on my runner and i like your set up, thanks.

Yep you got it. Craigslist Rola Special. $50. :thumb3:

To mount it I used a couple of their mounts like their LOX mount and then picked up a couple of the backing plates from them. I used some longer carriage bolts that I picked up from Lowe's to pinch the mountings plates on the bars of the rack. I don't have any pictures currently, I'll try to remember to snag some this weekend.

RotopaX Mounting Bracket Solutions | LOX Pack Mount

RotopaX Mounting Bracket Solutions | Backing Plate


This shot gives you an idea of how far the 3 gal containers stick up from the Rola Rack.