I've had one of these tanks since Nov. 2022 and enjoy it. I place mine on a heavy duty "blue" pallet, screwed some board around the bottom to keep it from shifting, then I added a RV style battery box and the cheapest AutoZone auto battery I could find. I keep the battery on trickle charge in my workshop until I need to move it. This works great for me because I don't have to fool with connecting to a battery each time I want to use it. Great video, glad I stumbled upon your channel today!
Mike, if you can find a way to keep the sun off your tank, you will reduce the water-in-the-fuel build up. The sun heats the tank and the fuel. As it all cools it pulls in outside moisture laden air thru the tank vent. Over time the moisture builds up in the tank. Great video! Thanks, Lee
@@jerryc3050 There is a BIG difference in the temperature of a dark colored piece of plastic setting out in the sun, and the same plastic with a light colored reflective cover over it. Especially if the cover is gaped a bit above for air flow.
Any home improvement store sells thermal blankets. Think of the windshield things you put in the window to block out the sun to protect your dash. But on a lager scale and comes in a roll.
I picked up one of those about 6 weeks ago. With the L3400 and my new KX040 I’m not going to be hauling around 5gal cans. I put it on a pallet for easy portability and have a place to secure a battery and a solar charger. Paid $3.08 for off-road diesel on its first fill up. Bad news is my tank wasn’t free, I paid cool hard cash for it. 😂
Way better option than hauling 5 gal cans.......and you don't have to climb on top of the machine with a full can to fill ( or spill on ) it 😊.....for those of us with extended mileage it's a huge plus
I got lucky and the tractor I chose has the fuel filler right at floorboard level on the side. Really easy access. Not why I chose the tractor, but a nice bonus.
Mike, I made my own fuel tank out of aluminum, easy when I did it all the time. Same size as yours because I didn't need a bigger one. I've built 100 gallon tanks for other customers, all aluminum, but also many smaller ones as well. Keep smilin
I just bought the 55 gallon per your recommendation. If you use a Capital One CC there is an instant $30.00 savings plus 0.5 points. Its all about the points :). Thank you Mike for sharing this. Keep up the great work on both channels.
IF YOU WANT A SET OF VAN SHELVES OR A TOOLBOX OR A TANK, CHECK YOUR LOCAL DEALERSHIPS, THEY USUALLY REMOVER THEM AND SELL OFF ON THE SIDE, ITS WORKED FOR ME, GRANTED, IT WAS YEARS AGO
So much better than moving cans around, I think it's a good idea to fit a filter it will make sure that the diesel going into your tractors is nice and clean. Life will be so much easier. 👍🤗
Maybe have a bottom you can attach to the tank for the forks to slide into so it don't slide around on rough ground. Super cool idea your really have come a long way from the beginning.
@@Kleeman1 If someone you know is having a metal building made... possibly get 2 to 3 ft scraps of "purlin" then bolt to a piece of plywood. Spaced for forklift it would be a great base for a lot of things.
I can already see the wheels spinning on this…. A unit that represents all sorts handy items. Must be able to fit in his side by side and easily moved with forks. A miniature thunder Creek maybe
I use an in-bed 105 gallon tank with tool box combo. I have 9 tractors and 2 diesel pick ups. I lose 2 feet of pick up bed in my 8' bed. For me it's better to have the in bed tank: I can stock up on diesel when price is down and hopefully make it through the high price periods. But: I see the usefulness of the one you have too. Good choice.
Captain Kleeman, nice sized fuel tank. You aren't the size of some of the other you tubers. (Yet) To need a 150 gallon tank. Some how I see you getting another boat trailer and making it a fuel, tool box and chainsaw mover.😮😅😅😅😅😊
I noticed that in your other channel and was like… THAT IS AWESOME! When the heck did he get that?! He should definitely make a video about that fuel set up… also I’m posting this just based on the title the advertisement is still playing… thank you for making the title about what your videos are about and not clickbait it makes it so much easier to go back and find information in the future
Just out of interest I just looked up the litre equivelant to 58 us gallons to check the price of a fill up here in the UK. If I got the conversions right that would be£317 or $401. am glad that its you who had to fill it up! Nice vid though.
Really nice addition. I think maybe putting a strap around it when moving it with the forks so it cannot have the chance to slide if you hit a hidden pothole or something like that.
You put a lot of work into your last few outros. Well done! You might consider the affiliate option not because you are a salesman but because your word is gold. We trust and value your opinion and experiences. And it would help us make purchase decisions seeing and hearing your feedback. Consider it a service to your subscribers. And companies should pay you a small marketing fee for that. Greg
Hey Captain! I watched this video on Facebook. Then, I realized that you don't get paid on Facebook, so I'm watching it again here. Every penny helps, right???
Awesome Mike , glad your able to get things like that. I'm sure you will get your money's worth out of it and it will help out a lot. I gotta say I am loving the "New Fancy Outtro's" LOL definitely gets me chuckling every time...
The abrupt ending outros are hilarious BTW haha😂 I'm unlikely to be in your target demographic, but I really enjoy the humour and attitude with which you work! Thanks for the laughs, Captain.
I have a 50gal steel tank too, Mike, and like you said - game changer! I mounted mine to a small pallet and added casters so I could push it around the barn (concrete floor). You mentioned adding a filter, but I also added a 12v lawn tractor battery to mine too. That way, it's always ready to go and I don't have to mess with the cords. Now, I was pleasantly surprised that my lawn tractor battery actually lasts well over 6 months on a single charge. After all, it's only pumping fuel and nothing else. You might consider adding a "spare" battery and see what you think.
Ask and ye shall receive !!! 😁 Ideal for your use, Captain!! Try and keep the tank at an ambient temperature or full, with large temperature changes will result in condensation on the inside of the tank, you don't need that problem 👍 Pump rate of 40L/min is 10.5 gal/min 🤓
Nice addition to the homestead, going to be oh so nice, careful with those fancy get off/ out of, the video thingy you been doin son, I might start liken it!!!!!!!😮😊😂
I don't have anything diesel, just gasoline and two stroke. It seems the tanks are catered for diesel applications. For gasoline they lean more towards the stand-up cart tanks. I typically have five 5-gallon gas cans for the riding lawn mower and two 2.5-gallon cans of mix for the chain saw, pole saw and weed trimmer for one season. Having a gas cart would be easier than the 5-gallon cans. Not worried about the mix fuel.
another good video, seems like the perfect tank for average rural homeowner, and if have more equipment can get the bigger tank. like the plastic tank better than steel, will not rust or draw moisture.
If the plastic craps out, you can always just transfer all of the more expensive bits over to a random metal fuel tank with a bit of your usual creative problem solving :)
The plastic tank is likely to outlive 4 fuel pumps and 2 sets of hoses. Just don't store it in direct sunlight all the time. I'm going to be building a "fuels locker" for my fuel cans to not be in the barn, still be convenient and not out in the sun. Scrap R-panel and a few 2X4 plus a pallet floor (open venting downward to prevent vapor accumulation) A couple of hardened bags of concrete for weight. Put those bags that got wet to use.
Would a wood pallet cradle be good to protect the bottom of the tank from the forks on uneven ground. One day you will need a bigger tank as you get bigger and better.
What you need is a small trailer for the tank. That you can hook to either the side by side or tractor. That would be very convenient. Perhaps an inexpensive Harbor Freight trailer. God bless
This is sort of like having different tools for different jobs. Like a 6 point or 12 point socket. Not everyone needs a steel or aluminum tank, but the ol 5 gallon jugs just don't do the trick.
Hi Mike, please see if you can get us a coupon code…… Many thanks if you could! I have been looking at these and just need that extra push to pull the trigger… lol
Yup, I just count liters as quarts in my mind. It is actually a small fraction more but for rule of thumb it is close enough. Four quarts per gallon makes it easy.
The reason you didn't get the bigger tank because it would cost an entire week's paycheck to fill it! Hauling that tank around looks like a good job to give the Fubaru, aka The World's Smallest Offroad Wrecker.
Thanks for sharing, that’s a nice looking solution for storing some diesel for your equipment. I’m surprised off road diesel isn’t available in your area. Does farmer Chris use road diesel. If he gets off road delivered maybe you could drop your tank off for his delivery and get it filled the same time, imagining he probably gets a big enough delivery to justify delivery. Wishing you and your family the best.
2:45 40 liter /min. a liter is slightly more than a quart, so it comes out slightly under 11 gallons a minute... with no hose or valve resistance (open flow) so expect 5 to 8 gallons a minute in actual use. That $multimillion$ training the Navy provided has a minor amount of real world value.
Dunno what Kleeman is talking about. Can buy a 50 gal steel tank from Home Depot for $489 free delivery. That plastic tank with pump is $600 from Vevor. You can buy that same cheapo 12v diesel transfer pump for $80 from Vevor.
Is it cheaper to have fuel delivered in say 275 gal for off-road fuel. Also leave 10% for expansion. When fuel comes out of the ground it’s colder and will expand in the sun.
Looks great and should be very “funcionable” for you. Looking at it it’s hard to believe it will hold an entire 50 gallon drum of fuel. Your outros are making me chuckle. Don’t ever change Captain.
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That's gonna work well for what it is. No more 5 gallon work outs and spillage. Stay safe
I've had one of these tanks since Nov. 2022 and enjoy it. I place mine on a heavy duty "blue" pallet, screwed some board around the bottom to keep it from shifting, then I added a RV style battery box and the cheapest AutoZone auto battery I could find. I keep the battery on trickle charge in my workshop until I need to move it. This works great for me because I don't have to fool with connecting to a battery each time I want to use it. Great video, glad I stumbled upon your channel today!
Great idea! Appreciate ya watching
Might think about a Harbor Freight battery tender solar panel just to make it easier. They are really cheap.
Vevor is really making the rounds on TH-cam you’re about the sixth channel I’ve seen it on.
I purchased stuff from that company and their pretty solid. The company has their own website and offer promotion codes all the time.
That's a nice piece of kit, Mike. Congratulations. We all like seeing the progress you make on the homestead, bud.
Mike, if you can find a way to keep the sun off your tank, you will reduce the water-in-the-fuel build up. The sun heats the tank and the fuel. As it all cools it pulls in outside moisture laden air thru the tank vent. Over time the moisture builds up in the tank. Great video! Thanks, Lee
Good point hope he sees your comment.
Are you talking about UV rays or plain old heat. If it's heat, he's at the mercy of the weather. good video with instructive comments like Lee R
@@jerryc3050 There is a BIG difference in the temperature of a dark colored piece of plastic setting out in the sun, and the same plastic with a light colored reflective cover over it. Especially if the cover is gaped a bit above for air flow.
Any home improvement store sells thermal blankets. Think of the windshield things you put in the window to block out the sun to protect your dash. But on a lager scale and comes in a roll.
I picked up one of those about 6 weeks ago. With the L3400 and my new KX040 I’m not going to be hauling around 5gal cans. I put it on a pallet for easy portability and have a place to secure a battery and a solar charger. Paid $3.08 for off-road diesel on its first fill up. Bad news is my tank wasn’t free, I paid cool hard cash for it. 😂
Sounds like a nice setup!
Way better option than hauling 5 gal cans.......and you don't have to climb on top of the machine with a full can to fill ( or spill on ) it 😊.....for those of us with extended mileage it's a huge plus
I got lucky and the tractor I chose has the fuel filler right at floorboard level on the side. Really easy access. Not why I chose the tractor, but a nice bonus.
Mike, I made my own fuel tank out of aluminum, easy when I did it all the time. Same size as yours because I didn't need a bigger one. I've built 100 gallon tanks for other customers, all aluminum, but also many smaller ones as well. Keep smilin
That is a great thing to have for people that are living on homesteads. It would save them a lot of time and money from coming and going.
Every comment is focused on the fuel tank and thats OK but that out-tro was my favorite part. 🚜
At least you don’t have to worry about it rusting! Looks like a nice unit to me!
I just bought the 55 gallon per your recommendation. If you use a Capital One CC there is an instant $30.00 savings plus 0.5 points. Its all about the points :). Thank you Mike for sharing this. Keep up the great work on both channels.
Nice outro...😂😂 your sense of humor is spot on!!
This is the best way to end a video so we just watch until the end😂
IF YOU WANT A SET OF VAN SHELVES OR A TOOLBOX OR A TANK, CHECK YOUR LOCAL DEALERSHIPS, THEY USUALLY REMOVER THEM AND SELL OFF ON THE SIDE, ITS WORKED FOR ME, GRANTED, IT WAS YEARS AGO
So much better than moving cans around, I think it's a good idea to fit a filter it will make sure that the diesel going into your tractors is nice and clean. Life will be so much easier. 👍🤗
Maybe have a bottom you can attach to the tank for the forks to slide into so it don't slide around on rough ground. Super cool idea your really have come a long way from the beginning.
I was thinking the same thing. Maybe a tote where I can put a grease gun and stuff too
@@Kleeman1 If someone you know is having a metal building made... possibly get 2 to 3 ft scraps of "purlin" then bolt to a piece of plywood. Spaced for forklift it would be a great base for a lot of things.
I can already see the wheels spinning on this…. A unit that represents all sorts handy items. Must be able to fit in his side by side and easily moved with forks. A miniature thunder Creek maybe
I use an in-bed 105 gallon tank with tool box combo. I have 9 tractors and 2 diesel pick ups. I lose 2 feet of pick up bed in my 8' bed. For me it's better to have the in bed tank: I can stock up on diesel when price is down and hopefully make it through the high price periods. But: I see the usefulness of the one you have too. Good choice.
I don't want to lose any space in my bed, got an 8' for a reason
Well I'm thinking you sold one for them. Great idea!
That’s a sweet little rig, that’s gonna make things handy for you Mike
Check that box off for making things a little easier for you, that is a game changer.........
congratulations on your new purchase 🎉with your inventive mind i'm sure you'll find ways to improve it, thanks for sharing 👏👏👏👍👍👍👌
Appreciate ya watching
Captain Kleeman, nice sized fuel tank. You aren't the size of some of the other you tubers. (Yet) To need a 150 gallon tank. Some how I see you getting another boat trailer and making it a fuel, tool box and chainsaw mover.😮😅😅😅😅😊
Could be handy!
I noticed that in your other channel and was like… THAT IS AWESOME! When the heck did he get that?! He should definitely make a video about that fuel set up… also I’m posting this just based on the title the advertisement is still playing… thank you for making the title about what your videos are about and not clickbait it makes it so much easier to go back and find information in the future
Just out of interest I just looked up the litre equivelant to 58 us gallons to check the price of a fill up here in the UK. If I got the conversions right that would be£317 or $401. am glad that its you who had to fill it up! Nice vid though.
Really nice addition. I think maybe putting a strap around it when moving it with the forks so it cannot have the chance to slide if you hit a hidden pothole or something like that.
Glad you have made your life easier. Take care.
Congratulation,nice kit 👍👍👍👍
You put a lot of work into your last few outros. Well done!
You might consider the affiliate option not because you are a salesman but because your word is gold. We trust and value your opinion and experiences. And it would help us make purchase decisions seeing and hearing your feedback. Consider it a service to your subscribers. And companies should pay you a small marketing fee for that.
Greg
Tanks for the video ;)
Hey Captain! I watched this video on Facebook. Then, I realized that you don't get paid on Facebook, so I'm watching it again here. Every penny helps, right???
Awesome Mike , glad your able to get things like that. I'm sure you will get your money's worth out of it and it will help out a lot. I gotta say I am loving the "New Fancy Outtro's" LOL definitely gets me chuckling every time...
So pleased I have found this channel, Your vid's are worth watching over and over again there so much you learn from them. Nice one captain.
The abrupt ending outros are hilarious BTW haha😂 I'm unlikely to be in your target demographic, but I really enjoy the humour and attitude with which you work! Thanks for the laughs, Captain.
Glad you like them!
Enjoyed this, I have also bought from Vevor, not top of the line. But affordable for what I do.
Exactly.
I have a 50gal steel tank too, Mike, and like you said - game changer! I mounted mine to a small pallet and added casters so I could push it around the barn (concrete floor).
You mentioned adding a filter, but I also added a 12v lawn tractor battery to mine too. That way, it's always ready to go and I don't have to mess with the cords. Now, I was pleasantly surprised that my lawn tractor battery actually lasts well over 6 months on a single charge. After all, it's only pumping fuel and nothing else. You might consider adding a "spare" battery and see what you think.
Way better than 5 gallons at a time. 👍
Definitely
I would get a good pallet and put it on and strip it dont have to worry hitting the tank
I was thinking the same thing!
Ask and ye shall receive !!! 😁
Ideal for your use, Captain!!
Try and keep the tank at an ambient temperature or full, with large temperature changes will result in condensation on the inside of the tank, you don't need that problem 👍
Pump rate of 40L/min is 10.5 gal/min 🤓
Nice addition to the homestead, going to be oh so nice, careful with those fancy get off/ out of, the video thingy you been doin son, I might start liken it!!!!!!!😮😊😂
Makes sense to me. Seems to fit your needs just right. Who would know better than you for your set up.
Nice unit will be great for you.😁👍
Nice set up for you thanks for the video
Thanks for watching
You can weld a steal box together for the tank to protect it if you like🤔👍. Maybe with a hinged front? Simplicity at it's finest.
I figured the composite tanks are going to be better in the long run not having rust issues. Nice unit
Thanks!
hello mike it's is randy and i like yours cool video is thanks and cool diesel fuel gallon thanks mike friends randy
Appreciate ya watching Randy
I don't have anything diesel, just gasoline and two stroke. It seems the tanks are catered for diesel applications. For gasoline they lean more towards the stand-up cart tanks. I typically have five 5-gallon gas cans for the riding lawn mower and two 2.5-gallon cans of mix for the chain saw, pole saw and weed trimmer for one season. Having a gas cart would be easier than the 5-gallon cans. Not worried about the mix fuel.
another good video, seems like the perfect tank for average rural homeowner, and if have more equipment can get the bigger tank. like the plastic tank better than steel, will not rust or draw moisture.
Man I love u vids ur a true gents and a man's man keep em coming Cpt
Thanks lee
If the plastic craps out, you can always just transfer all of the more expensive bits over to a random metal fuel tank with a bit of your usual creative problem solving :)
Definitely
The plastic tank is likely to outlive 4 fuel pumps and 2 sets of hoses. Just don't store it in direct sunlight all the time.
I'm going to be building a "fuels locker" for my fuel cans to not be in the barn, still be convenient and not out in the sun.
Scrap R-panel and a few 2X4 plus a pallet floor (open venting downward to prevent vapor accumulation)
A couple of hardened bags of concrete for weight. Put those bags that got wet to use.
Would a wood pallet cradle be good to protect the bottom of the tank from the forks on uneven ground. One day you will need a bigger tank as you get bigger and better.
Seems like it’s a nice addition for you and your operation. Like you said, time will tell.
Perfect sized tank for home use anything bigger would just be to much hassle unless you have lots of equipment
Outtro...exit stage left😊
What you need is a small trailer for the tank. That you can hook to either the side by side or tractor. That would be very convenient. Perhaps an inexpensive Harbor Freight trailer. God bless
I believe that will be beneficial for you on the homestead.looks good.good video.keep doing what your doing and carry on.😎😎😎👍👍👍
Nice tool I would build a good pallet and strap it to the pallet
Good idea
Hi Mike, grate addition for you, I would suggest that you strap it down when moving it around
Love your stuff Mike! Always look forward to seeing your videos!
I have had good luck with Vevor products, and they have a website.
Nice setup great video thanks Mike
Good job
Hello from the Netherlands.
thanks for the video Mike.
Sincerely Hollandduck
Nice that will be a game changer
I think it’s perfect for you!
I like the new outro's. Laugh out loud every time! 😆
Hi looks good and handy, hope it works well for you. 👍🌞🐝
Mount that on a pallet 18” longer or so mount a battery, a couple shelves for tools and such , you will be Grand
Good idea
Good solution. I bought a combo fuel tank/tool box (aluminum, sold by DeeZee) and mounted it on my equipment trailer. Its portable and convenient.
Nice!
That looks great. What about putting some Anderson connectors on it to make it a little easier
I don't know, alligator clips are pretty easy
Absolutely nailing these outros lately. 😂😂😂
Tanks for a neat video 😊
Glad you enjoyed it
I like that fuel transfer tank mike hope it works out good for ya man
Thanks
looks like it will work well for you.
I think so!
I like it.
Nice exit!
This is sort of like having different tools for different jobs. Like a 6 point or 12 point socket. Not everyone needs a steel or aluminum tank, but the ol 5 gallon jugs just don't do the trick.
Hi Mike, please see if you can get us a coupon code…… Many thanks if you could! I have been looking at these and just need that extra push to pull the trigger… lol
Nice addition to your equipment Mike. 40 litres converts to approx 10.5 US gallons per minute btw.
Yup, I just count liters as quarts in my mind. It is actually a small fraction more but for rule of thumb it is close enough. Four quarts per gallon makes it easy.
The reason you didn't get the bigger tank because it would cost an entire week's paycheck to fill it! Hauling that tank around looks like a good job to give the Fubaru, aka The World's Smallest Offroad Wrecker.
As soon as I saw the size I thought that will fit in the back of your side by side.
Great minds think alike!
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Thanks for sharing, that’s a nice looking solution for storing some diesel for your equipment. I’m surprised off road diesel isn’t available in your area. Does farmer Chris use road diesel. If he gets off road delivered maybe you could drop your tank off for his delivery and get it filled the same time, imagining he probably gets a big enough delivery to justify delivery. Wishing you and your family the best.
2:45 40 liter /min. a liter is slightly more than a quart, so it comes out slightly under 11 gallons a minute... with no hose or valve resistance (open flow) so expect 5 to 8 gallons a minute in actual use.
That $multimillion$ training the Navy provided has a minor amount of real world value.
Nice of them to ship it to you just hoping you like it enough to show it on camera occasionally.
I think it will be a good labor saver.
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Nice. 👍🎅🏻
I think that's a 24 gallon fuel tank on the 555 from what I've read online.
I would say that's about right
Dunno what Kleeman is talking about. Can buy a 50 gal steel tank from Home Depot for $489 free delivery. That plastic tank with pump is $600 from Vevor. You can buy that same cheapo 12v diesel transfer pump for $80 from Vevor.
Excited to see your setup
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your going to need a pallet under it to help move it
and reduce wear on the plastic long term
Is it cheaper to have fuel delivered in say 275 gal for off-road fuel. Also leave 10% for expansion. When fuel comes out of the ground it’s colder and will expand in the sun.
You didn't put a link in the description. Also I might have missed it but you never mentioned how much it costs.
Looks great and should be very “funcionable” for you.
Looking at it it’s hard to believe it will hold an entire 50 gallon drum of fuel.
Your outros are making me chuckle. Don’t ever change Captain.
Come on you need to get a fuel trailer! LOL! Look how much you can save buying Fuel when the process are low. Lol
very nice mike
Mike you're wrong you are a salesman😮
You sold me on you🤔🤓🤓 but hey mum's the word🤫🤫
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Howdy Captain
curious how long the pump will last