Interior Jerry can holder

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Interior Jerry can holder

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I've always considered that the minimum number of Jerry cans for a Pinz is 2.
You have a 20 Gallon tank, with a 5 gallon reserve, one 5 gallon Jerry. Let's
say you hit the "R" on the fuel gauge. At that point you have burnt 15 gallons
to get where you are, you now have 5 in the tank and 5 in the Jerry -- not
enough to turn around and get out.

On a "K" there's room in the upper right corner near the back door for a 2'nd
Jerry can. On a "M" it's a different story, no external mount point unless you
go for a trail gate -- which has challenges or your left with putting a can in
the cargo area. That's not safe unless it can be firmly secured. Here's how
I did that on my 712 project.

Location, inside left rear panel below. The two M8 rear panel bolts will be
used, adding two additional M8 Riv-nuts as shown. A 4'th attachment point
will use a DIY cam lock shown later.
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The Jerry can bracket was fabricated from 14 Gauge steel (or thicker), a
simple box frame to secure the can from moving up or sideways. Welded
1" D-rings on each side for a ratchet strap. The depth is 1 3/4" to permit
the seat to still open when no can is present.
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The 4'th attachment point using a DIY camlock.
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The fitted Jerrycan bracket with a Jerry can and a US Cargo Control strap.
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The Jerry can sits right on the bench, I'll add some neoprene. The
Stainless Steel rings shown just before the can are for my ARB fridge.
Puller: 71' 710K 2.7L EFI aka Mozo
Follower: Sankey MK 3, 3/4 Tonne
Rescue Pinz: 73' 712MK

Driver: Ron // KO0Q
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