Fuel transfer pump

[Crunchy]

I am looking for a decent battery operated fuel transfer pump.  Used to pump from 5 gallon gas cans into boat or generator.  Ive been using the cheap harbor freight but those die after a month or two.  Seen some interesting Facebook ads for some over last few months.  Anyone have a good one?

[92xj]

I’ve been very impressed with this one.  Only had it a few months but it works well and I’m surprised how well the auto shut off works.  Hasn’t spilled a drop yet. 
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DH2RBN55?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

[Crunchy]

I’ve been very impressed with this one.  Only had it a few months but it works well and I’m surprised how well the auto shut off works.  Hasn’t spilled a drop yet. 
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DH2RBN55?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

that looks like a decent one.  See if anyone else has a suggestion before I pull the trigger

[Bo_nimrod]

I just got that same one last week. Only used it once so far, seems to work great.

[Magnum_Willys]

Most are for deisel only not gas.

[Kingofthemountain83]

https://www.zoro.com/static/cms/product/large/ZGsroyfcf3PGmKp.JPG

 

[EnglishSetter]

Most are for deisel only not gas.

Was wondering about that myself.  I doubt there's an intrinsically safe pump for $50.

[Crunchy]

Most are for deisel only not gas.

Was wondering about that myself.  I doubt there's an intrinsically safe pump for $50.

the harbor freight ones are cheap but I have to buy 2-3 each year.  motors crap out cheap Chinese crap I am sure

[highcountry_hunter]

Do you have any Milwaukee tools? The Milwaukee battery operated pumps are legit…garden hose adapters and they’ll empty a 55 gallon drum fast!

[Crunchy]

Do you have any Milwaukee tools? The Milwaukee battery operated pumps are legit…garden hose adapters and they’ll empty a 55 gallon drum fast!

no Milwaukee stuff.  but I saw they had some neat options,

[GWP]

I used a cheap 12 volt car electric fuel pump for many years. Even the cheap ones are designed to pump fuel for hours. It survived pumping out my neighbors 300 gallon underground Kero tank for his house without stopping except to empty the 5 gal cans we were putting it in. The one I had was pretty small too.

[millerwheeler]

Do you have any Milwaukee tools? The Milwaukee battery operated pumps are legit…garden hose adapters and they’ll empty a 55 gallon drum fast!

no Milwaukee stuff.  but I saw they had some neat options,

MILWAUKEE ARE NOT RATED FOR GASOLINE

[Crunchy]

I’ve been very impressed with this one.  Only had it a few months but it works well and I’m surprised how well the auto shut off works.  Hasn’t spilled a drop yet. 
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DH2RBN55?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

I ordered this one.  Like the longer hose. I keep my gas cans on a shelf.  this will make it so I dont have to lift them up and place on the bow of my boat which is head height to refuel. 

[92xj]

I’ve been very impressed with this one.  Only had it a few months but it works well and I’m surprised how well the auto shut off works.  Hasn’t spilled a drop yet. 
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DH2RBN55?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

I ordered this one.  Like the longer hose. I keep my gas cans on a shelf.  this will make it so I dont have to lift them up and place on the bow of my boat which is head height to refuel.

Hopefully it works as good for you as it does me.  Good luck!   

[Crunchy]

Any of you guys have a reasonable way of storing say 50 gallons of gas other than gas cans.  Boat has a 70 gallon tank.  Long run of ocean fishing I burn 40 or so gallons.  Just looking for ideas.  Not sure outside is an option since I live in an HOA. 

[Ridgeratt]

There is this option.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0GBW9MTFW/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_plhdr=t&aaxitk=276ea1e323d24d9c3b98a27f1b10b5cf&hsa_cr_id=0&qid=1772732756&sr=1-3-f02f01d6-adaf-4bef-9a7c-29308eff9043&ref_=sbx__sbtcd2_asin_2_img&pd_rd_w=eqiRj&content-id=amzn1.sym.e2c9099f-6964-4dbf-9ce9-8bc2c1a8ec1a%3Aamzn1.sym.e2c9099f-6964-4dbf-9ce9-8bc2c1a8ec1a&pf_rd_p=e2c9099f-6964-4dbf-9ce9-8bc2c1a8ec1a&pf_rd_r=B5HXJAD0MD2CJPX7GHGA&pd_rd_wg=6gycl&pd_rd_r=e0d3da4a-a7eb-44ef-b497-6f8f0b18b073&th=1

[Crunchy]

I was thinking the tank, but just saw some 30 gallon blue drums that might do the trick.  I could get two of those and be set for a bit.  Might even be able to use the pump I just ordered as well.  Must say a bit nervous as I dont know how those blue tanks would vent.

[Ridgeratt]

I would be cautious about transferring fuel without a grounding strap to take care of the static electricity While using any type of a battery or electric motor,

[Crunchy]

I would be cautious about transferring fuel without a grounding strap to take care of the static electricity While using any type of a battery or electric motor,

I've never thought of that but you are probably right.  Not sure how to fix that issue other than being careful.

[Ridgeratt]

Nothing to worry about until the fireball shows up.

[92xj]

When’s the last time anyone has ever heard of a jerry can exploding while using a transfer pump?

I can’t imagine living life with that kind of fear.   

[Ridgeratt]

14 sticks
Just one gallon of gasoline is equivalent to 14 sticks of dynamite in explosive force. Vapors from gasoline are also dangerous!

This is like the neighbor up north who moved a 1500 gallon propane tank half full of propane with his tractor and a mini excavator down the road to his place. He buried it but didn't throw the anode bags in the ground.

 They say that "God' looks out for little kids and stupid people.

[EnglishSetter]

Any of you guys have a reasonable way of storing say 50 gallons of gas other than gas cans.  Boat has a 70 gallon tank.  Long run of ocean fishing I burn 40 or so gallons.  Just looking for ideas.  Not sure outside is an option since I live in an HOA.

Store it at the gas station.

[Kingofthemountain83]

We used drums, plastic and steel... And steel tanks to store fluids in when we scrapped and derbied... Old oil tanks for diesel heaters ect... We never stored them inside... But we had major fire risks... But a couple plastic drums full of gas would be not much different then the 4 fivers I got in the garage now... If it's going to go it's going to go... I just couldn't imagine dealing with the gas that many times to get the drums full in the garage unless you got a better way? Then fill the boat when you can pull up to the pump in one shabang... Now if you can get a 250 gallon tank and install a pump and get gas delivered then it'd be worth it just for convenience... But I know that'd be against your HOA... Two drums of gas in the garage probably is too actually... You should read in on that...

[Crunchy]

We used drums, plastic and steel... And steel tanks to store fluids in when we scrapped and derbied... Old oil tanks for diesel heaters ect... We never stored them inside... But we had major fire risks... But a couple plastic drums full of gas would be not much different then the 4 fivers I got in the garage now... If it's going to go it's going to go... I just couldn't imagine dealing with the gas that many times to get the drums full in the garage unless you got a better way? Then fill the boat when you can pull up to the pump in one shabang... Now if you can get a 250 gallon tank and install a pump and get gas delivered then it'd be worth it just for convenience... But I know that'd be against your HOA... Two drums of gas in the garage probably is too actually... You should read in on that...

Yeah prob right.  Since I use only non-ethanol there isn't always a convenient station on the way home, so I start the season with a full boat and 5 jerry cans full.  I am part prepper so that side of me wants to store more fuel just in case.  I will add a couple more jerry cans and call it a day.

[Kingofthemountain83]

We used drums, plastic and steel... And steel tanks to store fluids in when we scrapped and derbied... Old oil tanks for diesel heaters ect... We never stored them inside... But we had major fire risks... But a couple plastic drums full of gas would be not much different then the 4 fivers I got in the garage now... If it's going to go it's going to go... I just couldn't imagine dealing with the gas that many times to get the drums full in the garage unless you got a better way? Then fill the boat when you can pull up to the pump in one shabang... Now if you can get a 250 gallon tank and install a pump and get gas delivered then it'd be worth it just for convenience... But I know that'd be against your HOA... Two drums of gas in the garage probably is too actually... You should read in on that...

Yeah prob right.  Since I use only non-ethanol there isn't always a convenient station on the way home, so I start the season with a full boat and 5 jerry cans full.  I am part prepper so that side of me wants to store more fuel just in case.  I will add a couple more jerry cans and call it a day.

   

 The ethanol free... You get the good stuff! I wish I had nice things... You could get a hold of one of those 200 gallon def containers that somebody doesn't want and put a gas pump on it... Just make sure nobody see's it when you pop your garage open... Keep a blanket over it...

[millerwheeler]

I would be cautious about transferring fuel without a grounding strap to take care of the static electricity While using any type of a battery or electric motor,

I've never thought of that but you are probably right.  Not sure how to fix that issue other than being careful.

How do you be careful to avoid static electricity?

[Ridgeratt]

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Here are a few examples
Difference Between Bonding, Grounding, and Bonding & Grounding
Step 1: Understanding Bonding
Bonding is the process of electrically connecting two or more conductive objects together so they are at the same electrical potential.
In the first diagram, the steel tote is connected to the pump with a conductive wire. This prevents static charge buildup between them, reducing the risk of sparks when transferring liquids.

Step 2: Understanding Grounding
Grounding is the process of connecting a conductive object to the earth (ground) to safely dissipate any static or fault current.
In the second diagram, the steel tote and the pump are connected to the earth ground. This ensures that any static charge is safely discharged into the ground.

Step 3: Understanding Bonding & Grounding
Bonding & Grounding combines both methods:

Bonding ensures all conductive parts are at the same potential.
Grounding ensures that potential is zero relative to the earth.
In the third diagram, the steel tote and pump are bonded together and also connected to the earth ground, providing maximum protection against static discharge.
Final Answer
Bonding: Connects conductive objects together to equalize potential.
Grounding: Connects conductive objects to the earth to dissipate charge.
Bonding & Grounding: Combines both for full static control and safety.
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