Thanks for the video and the info that it provided!! I have designed and 3D printed up an adapter disk to hold the Kwik fill fitting and too seal the top.

@theskyllama

2 жыл бұрын

Please share!

@BBearBuilds

11 ай бұрын

Where is the link ?

Made my plastic cap and it worked just as good if not better that was isn’t corroded

Thanks for your video

Very good thanks

I've seen this exact "tutorial" in an article on the RC Universe forum, called "How Do I…. Make a Gas Can"

@theskyllama

Жыл бұрын

Great minds 😄

Thanks, show us the mix ratio too

Thanks for the video! I can't work out why everyone is so focused in putting these fittings in the lid when the can itself is made of thick plastic though. I just used a step-drill to put a hole in the flat shoulder section next to the lid. This works much better as far as keeping the install neat and not twisting up your fuel lines when you're refilling the can. Also, a quick hit with a heat gun (or hairdryer) softens the tygon tubing enough for it to slip right on to the fittings. Once I have eveything laid out it takes less than a minute.

@theskyllama

Жыл бұрын

Noice!! Tapping the fuel can at the side of the cap? Brilliant 👏🏽 💯

@peterbrand3403

Жыл бұрын

Clear presentation. Well done!

Great video. My only observation is why do you need a clunk to go right to the bottom of the fuel can . If you had it half an inch short you would of course not be able to use every drop of fuel but you would avoid picking up any sediment that might would have sunk to the bottom of the tank. I do this with a diesel heater in my sons shed and it works a treat using recovered fuel from scrapped cars , trucks and so on.

@theskyllama

9 ай бұрын

Solid point. I do have a fuel filter in my fuel line in each airplane - that gets cleaned on the regular. So while I don't filter from the can, I do ensure each engine has a filter installed on the main line to the carb.

Made my out plastic cup

What kit is that hanging from the wall behind you?

@theskyllama

2 жыл бұрын

Don't know, sorry. I picked it up at a swap meet "as is" because it was fully loaded... and then ended up as wall art 😂

CENTER HOLE DRiLLING-When drilling the center hole for the DuBro Kwik Fill Fuel Can Fitting, 1) Before cutting the circle out of the scrap basswood, drill a smaller pilot hole (with a variable speed drill). Gradually increase the size of the drill bit (maybe 3-4 sizes), until you reach the desired diameter hole. Read Brobolio's below comment about transporting gas jug with the Dubro Kwik Fill. Makes sense. Paul the carpenter

@theskyllama

2 жыл бұрын

Wise words...

Wow

Those 3/32 fuel lines split as you were putting them on the plastic fittings. Perhaps you should go up a size?

@theskyllama

Жыл бұрын

After the fact I realized that I just needed to heat up the tubing with my heat gun and soften the tube. It then fit like a glove with no split! Yeah, I think I'll try some larger tubing next time. Solid advice.

That was funny

@theskyllama

4 ай бұрын

Much appreciated 🙏🏽 glad to have added a little comedy to your day

Why not use the red cap that comes with the jug, grind down vertical lip flush with cap and drill that cap in lieu of wood.

@theskyllama

Жыл бұрын

Good question. The lid on this jug was flimsy, odd shaped, and I couldn't get a good flat surface underneath to make a good seal.

I see the pipe split when you were pushing it onto the fuel tank fitting .. Crickey thats not a very good pipe at all... Chinese no doubt

@theskyllama

Жыл бұрын

That was actually me. I split it to get a fit started. Wasn't until after that someone said, "Yo, heat that tube up hot before you squeeze it on. It'll make it easier." 😖

Mine is even simpler and has no moving parts.

@theskyllama

3 жыл бұрын

Please share!

@jebmooney4898

3 жыл бұрын

Very smart

@brianscutt6298

3 жыл бұрын

Yes please share

@sheara13

3 жыл бұрын

@@brianscutt6298 I use a 1 quart plastic (poly) bottle , 2 fuel lines and a squeeze pump from a Sphygmomanometer. Two hoses go in thru the bottle top (nice squeeze fit to seal). One hose has clunk on end and goes to the bottom of the bottle the other end has your refill / filter probe. The other hose goes just thru the bottle top so its always above the fluid and the other end has the squeeze bulb. Connect your refill probe to your aircraft and start pressurising the bottle with the bulb. When not in use, remove the bulb and attach a pneumatic system exhaust silencer so the bottle is always vented and won't pressurise in storage. The silencer also acts as a filter to keep crap out as well. I've been using this system for 6 years. I always carry 2 full bottles. At the end of a days flying, I siphon the fuel out of my aircraft back into the bottles.

@BellyUpFish

2 жыл бұрын

@@sheara13 You should make a video of your setup...

Jersey Modeler 2.5RHP-R is better ( ..so they say!)

Great IDEA. BUT I HAVE BEEN USING THIS IDEA FOR OVER 40 YEARS FLYING R/C AIRCRAFT.

@theskyllama

Жыл бұрын

Then you my friend should be considered inspiration for me making this video. Keep sharing that knowledge!

@theskyllama

Жыл бұрын

Then you my friend should be considered inspiration for me making this video. Keep sharing that knowledge!

Pro tip: Attach the pump to the tank handle with zip ties. OR...Hot glue it to the side of the tank. Your welcome. :)

Really unsafe. You need to install locking fuel fittings. Those dubro fuel fitting are not meant for long time storage or safe transport of the jug. Maybe using a complete non modified cap for transport or storage might be a better idea.

@theskyllama

3 жыл бұрын

Good insight Brobolio👍🏽I've been using the same glow fuel tank for 10 years and haven't had any issues. Maybe it's luck? 🤔 However, I transport my tank using a rolling Husky tool case... so it's really protected. Thanks for the feedback 😁

@ebennett327

3 жыл бұрын

I would also suggest the installation of a fuel filter, not necessary, but wouldn't hurt.

@RC-Flight

2 жыл бұрын

Mine has not leaked or spilt in 20 years of using the Dubro cap fitting. Haha I must have horse shoes up my ass. 🤣

Your video is too technical when it’s so basic

@johnnichol9412

Ай бұрын

Not sure that technical is the right term, just complicating what should have been a simple installation, blocks of wood, epoxy, neoprene washers et al?