Pumping gas from a 55 gallon drum. What to use?

[brianwhiteboy]

I bought a 55 gallon drum of 95 octane, ethanol free gas for the boat, dirt bikes, generators, etc.

What’s the best and safest way to pump it into the boat or gas jugs? I’ve used the plastic siphon pumps which are simple and work but aren’t too robust. I bought a hand crank pump with an anti-static fuel hose but the pump is technically not rated for gasoline, just diesel, kerosene, oils, etc.

Some websites say you can use the hand crank pumps with gas as long as you have a proper anti-static ground strap attached to it. I’ll follow up with the manufacturer tomorrow to see if they concur.

What are the other inmates using on their drums of gas? I’d rather not have an explosion or fire and I’m willing to invest in the proper tool, but I’m not going to be using it on a continuous basis.

I’m thinking the plastic siphon would be more than enough but I’d like something a little more long-term if possible.

 

[Blackmagic94]

A pump lol

 

[Deangang]

I use this for e85 , methanol, and gas it works well . I keep it lubed with marvel . You can empty a drum in about 3 minutes .

 

[Racey]

I bought a 55 gallon drum of 95 octane, ethanol free gas for the boat, dirt bikes, generators, etc.

What’s the best and safest way to pump it into the boat or gas jugs? I’ve used the plastic siphon pumps which are simple and work but aren’t too robust. I bought a hand crank pump with an anti-static fuel hose but the pump is technically not rated for gasoline, just diesel, kerosene, oils, etc.

Some websites say you can use the hand crank pumps with gas as long as you have a proper anti-static ground strap attached to it. I’ll follow up with the manufacturer tomorrow to see if they concur.

What are the other inmates using on their drums of gas? I’d rather not have an explosion or fire and I’m willing to invest in the proper tool, but I’m not going to be using it on a continuous basis.

I’m thinking the plastic siphon would be more than enough but I’d like something a little more long-term if possible.

Shaker siphon is best for the first half of the drum, then the second half lif the drum up onto something a foot or two off the ground.

Unless you buck up for a fill-rite electric pumps are slow as fuck.

Edit: Also a hose called MasterKlear is the stuff that doesn't get hard from gas.

 

[white tortilla]

Probably against OSHA regulations,

I use a small inline fuel pump from Napa with 3/8 hose hooked up to a 18V drill battery for years.

Works great, haven’t blown up yet.

 

[ChrisV]

Have this for the house. It’s fast

https://www.northerntool.com/products/fill-rite-12v-dc-fuel-transfer-pump-15-gpm-pump-only-model-fr1204h-114304?cm_mmc=Google-pla&utm_source=Google_PLA&utm_medium=Fuel%20Transfer%20%2B%20Lubrication%20%3E%20Fuel%20Pumps%20%2B%20Nozzles%20%3E%20DC%20Powered%20Fuel%20Pumps&utm_campaign=Fill-Rite&utm_content=114304&ogmap=SHP%7CPLA%7CGOOG%7CSTND%7Cm%7CSITEWIDE%7COOT%7C%7C%7C%7C168428156%7C8709875156&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADpPfbMFmF28Oh3IFdZwyRe7egLdf&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkL6shP25iAMV9RKtBh3BRRFdEAQYBiABEgL74fD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[Wizard29]

I bought one of these on Amazon and use it regularly to fill my boat.

https://www.amazon.com/Bicos-12V-20-GPM-Discharge/dp/B0CLR6V7NW/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?crid=1JY03WLKA8LDX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qOOPr07qrG7rlNv_QjFHHTwFZG98kHP4dSJwyixZg056IzGGKBmUobWLPLmzXcbeyUIqZmCLTyTiEG_AGs13pD-VSpZenCpCN71ubEEx0vjo1gkDzJzaSUUfgBahq57h9LYK8lJJnRutBH6lB97aYww8RT4tS_bhrylOCwp1sXzVKZN1BJqsYOGnYCmsW17h-r0ye05GB32qBfC3jbjPFA.iaDxpheaUk0wmL9rs-7wcWGYAz4cBI7N_SRxlTlInMo&dib_tag=se&keywords=fuel+pump&qid=1726025923&sprefix=fuel+pump%2Caps%2C206&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1

I run it on a 12V power supply and it empties a barrel in a couple of minutes. Fuel is much cheaper in Bullhead than where I am in NV. I put two drums in my truck, fill them in Bullhead, and take them up to my shop in NV where the boat is and fill it right there. Works really well and considering what I've saved in doing that a few times, the whole system has more than paid for itself.

It also saves me from wedging 49' of boat and trailer into a spot at the gas station.

Edit: I also have a ground wire attachment I use when I get gas in the barrels and when I fill the boat.

 

[Melloyellovector]

They literally make drum pumps rated for fuel, lol
I have a stupid expensive transfer pump we use for acid, chlorine, gas etc. But you don’t need one with all the ratings that one has.

tractor supply carries a cheapy deway fuel pump

 

[Vamodsquad]

DRUM PUMPS

Drum pumps from lever-action to rotatory-action

www.terapump.net

Tera Pumps makes nice stuff. I have/use one of their electric pumps on my 5 gallon Cam 2 jugs.

 

[ChrisV]

If this is for the havasu/Parker place. You don’t want a hand pump. Shit gets old doing it in the heat.

 

[Racey]

Have this for the house. It’s fast

https://www.northerntool.com/products/fill-rite-12v-dc-fuel-transfer-pump-15-gpm-pump-only-model-fr1204h-114304?cm_mmc=Google-pla&utm_source=Google_PLA&utm_medium=Fuel%20Transfer%20%2B%20Lubrication%20%3E%20Fuel%20Pumps%20%2B%20Nozzles%20%3E%20DC%20Powered%20Fuel%20Pumps&utm_campaign=Fill-Rite&utm_content=114304&ogmap=SHP%7CPLA%7CGOOG%7CSTND%7Cm%7CSITEWIDE%7COOT%7C%7C%7C%7C168428156%7C8709875156&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADpPfbMFmF28Oh3IFdZwyRe7egLdf&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkL6shP25iAMV9RKtBh3BRRFdEAQYBiABEgL74fD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

That's a good price

 

[77charger]

Probably against OSHA regulations,

I use a small inline fuel pump from Napa with 3/8 hose hooked up to a 18V drill battery for years.

Works great, haven’t blown up yet. View attachment 1427396

Pretty much what I use except I have long jumper wires to plug onto a battery with a toggle switch to turn on. Same filter as well as there is always debris in the drums

 

[DLC]

Where are you located?

I’m at 1/4 tank and can show ya how the pump works….

 

[Orange Juice]

Racing……

https://www.jegs.com/i/OEMTOOLS/693/24472/10002/-1

 

[DLC]

Mock up one if these pumps ! W/ a long 12 v lead to a battery….

Jack off-pump works well but difficult to get the bottom few gallons

I used one of these plastic jack off pumps for Trick Racing fuel back in the day….

 

[rcmike]

If you are going to do a lot, this works great.. We pump about 150 gallons a weekend when racing, The pump out works great for transferring from barrel to barrel or out of a car when it is going to be stored for a while.. Cost is big, but it works great..

Fuel Fill and Extraction Pump

Replace your horrible hand cranking fuel pump with the AGA featured Fuel Fill and Extraction Pump!

agatools.com

 

[brianwhiteboy]

If this is for the havasu/Parker place. You don’t want a hand pump. Shit gets old doing it in the heat.

I’m poor, so it’s for the Torrance house lol.

I’m probably overthinking it but the Fill Rite hand pump I bought clearly says it’s not for gasoline, only diesel, kerosene, oil. But yet I see some cheap stuff online that says it’s good for all of those fluids. I’m all about the right tool for the right job.

I don’t care how fast it pumps because for me, I have a slow jet böte that doesn’t need high octane. it’s mainly going to be year end fuel tank/carb preservation over the winter, and primarily for the dirtbikes. And to a lesser extent, if the world goes sideways, having a stash of gas is beneficial.

 

[ChrisV]

I’m poor, so it’s for the Torrance house lol.

I’m probably overthinking it but the Fill Rite hand pump I bought clearly says it’s not for gasoline, only diesel, kerosene, oil. But yet I see some cheap stuff online that says it’s good for all of those fluids. I’m all about the right tool for the right job.

I don’t care how fast it pumps because for me, I have a slow jet böte that doesn’t need high octane. it’s mainly going to be year end fuel tank/carb preservation over the winter, and primarily for the dirtbikes. And to a lesser extent, if the world goes sideways, having a stash of gas is beneficial.

Amazon.com

 

[78Southwind]

I don't have a 55 gallon barrel but I do transfer fuel from a 25 gallon and a 14 gallon pump kit gas caddies into smaller jugs.

For the smaller jugs, I have something similar to this deal. Fuel Transfer Pump Battery Powered - Auto-Stop Sensor, 51“ Hose Transfer Pump with Tank Adapters Portable Liquid Pump for Gasoline I use it to transfer fuel to my sea-doos on my dock with gas jugs. 5 gal. Square Utility Jug

 

[TPC]

HF has a cheap one I use it’s perfect. Battery powered amazing that it works but more amazing it works so well.

https://www.harborfreight.com/battery-operated-liquid-transfer-pump-63847.html

Texting from the Slaughterhouse pub Liverpool UK:

 

[Deckin Around]

I bought a 55 gallon drum of 95 octane, ethanol free gas for the boat, dirt bikes, generators, etc.

What’s the best and safest way to pump it into the boat or gas jugs? I’ve used the plastic siphon pumps which are simple and work but aren’t too robust. I bought a hand crank pump with an anti-static fuel hose but the pump is technically not rated for gasoline, just diesel, kerosene, oils, etc.

Some websites say you can use the hand crank pumps with gas as long as you have a proper anti-static ground strap attached to it. I’ll follow up with the manufacturer tomorrow to see if they concur.

What are the other inmates using on their drums of gas? I’d rather not have an explosion or fire and I’m willing to invest in the proper tool, but I’m not going to be using it on a continuous basis.

I’m thinking the plastic siphon would be more than enough but I’d like something a little more long-term if possible.

I bought a 55 gallon drum of 95 octane, ethanol free gas for the boat, dirt bikes, generators, etc.

What’s the best and safest way to pump it into the boat or gas jugs? I’ve used the plastic siphon pumps which are simple and work but aren’t too robust. I bought a hand crank pump with an anti-static fuel hose but the pump is technically not rated for gasoline, just diesel, kerosene, oils, etc.

Some websites say you can use the hand crank pumps with gas as long as you have a proper anti-static ground strap attached to it. I’ll follow up with the manufacturer tomorrow to see if they concur.

What are the other inmates using on their drums of gas? I’d rather not have an explosion or fire and I’m willing to invest in the proper tool, but I’m not going to be using it on a continuous basis.

I’m thinking the plastic siphon would be more than enough but I’d like something a little more long-term if possible.

Where did you get it and how much if you don’t mind me asking? VP is my only source. I’m going to do the same with 2 barrels this off-road season.

This was the greatest investment for not having to lift fuel jugs or make a mess. My kids can fill their own rzr’s/quad/dirtbikes. The auto stop works so you don’t even have to watch it or overfill. It came with adapters to fit any size jugs

 

[brianwhiteboy]

Where did you get it and how much if you don’t mind me asking? VP is my only source. I’m going to do the same with 2 barrels this off-road season.

This was the greatest investment for not having to lift fuel jugs or make a mess. My kids can fill their own rzr’s/quad/dirtbikes. The auto stop works so you don’t even have to watch it or overfill. It came with adapters to fit any size jugs

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I went with Sunoco Optima 95 from PSC. Ethanol free. It’s billed as having a three year shelf life and was right at $800 delivered to my door. There was a couple of other Sunoco distributors but I found this company to be the cheapest and they did not charge sales tax.

Sunoco Optima 95 Octane Race Fuel

Sunoco Optima 95 Octane, Unleaded Racing Fuel is the optimum ethanol free fuel for limited use engines of all sizes. It is stabilized for year round use as well as long term storage.

petroleumservicecompany.com

 

[Dalton]

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Uline stocks a wide selection of 55 gallon drum pumps, barrel pumps and chemical pumps. Order by 6 pm for same day shipping. Huge Catalog! Over 42,000 products in stock. 13 locations across USA, Canada and Mexico for fast delivery of drum pumps.

www.uline.com

 

[brianwhiteboy]

Thank you to everyone for their suggestions. I ended up pulling the trigger on a Fill Rite electric pump. It’s more than I planned on needing but it’s the right tool for the job.

This one is 8 gpm which is more than enough for me and comes with all the accessories.

FILL-RITE FR8 12-Volt 8 GPM (31 LPM) 1/12 HP Fuel Transfer Pump with Discharge Hose, Manual Nozzle, and Suction Pipe FR8 - The Home Depot

Introducing the FR8 Series, the most convenient and efficient way to fuel your small equipment. Say goodbye to the hassle and inefficiency of gas cans, gas stations and hand-operated pumps forever. Take

www.homedepot.com

 

[renodaytona]

This one is on my list of wants for our drums for the dirt bikes and other toys. We just use the standard jack off pump as of now.

Mr. Gasket 8017MRG Mr. Gasket Electric Transfer Pumps | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Mr. Gasket Electric Transfer Pumps with qualifying orders of $109. Shop Fluid Transfer Pumps at Summit Racing.

www.summitracing.com

 

[wzuber]

HF has a cheap one I use it’s perfect. Battery powered amazing that it works but more amazing it works so well.

https://www.harborfreight.com/battery-operated-liquid-transfer-pump-63847.html

Texting from the Slaughterhouse pub Liverpool UK:
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These work surprisingly well. I just used one the other night to transfer from jugs. They're just limited to the length of the pick up. Pumps quickly, easy to use and store in a trlr cabinet.

 

[ltbaney1]

we use these for drums of nitro and alcohol. they hold up.

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[Deckin Around]

Thank you to everyone for their suggestions. I ended up pulling the trigger on a Fill Rite electric pump. It’s more than I planned on needing but it’s the right tool for the job.

This one is 8 gpm which is more than enough for me and comes with all the accessories.

Do you know if that pump has a reverse or is it just the nozzle that keeps gas in the hose? I will probably want a 15 foot hose minimum. My little battery powered one shut itself off with the nozzle sensor and then you hit the reverse button and it sucks the extra gas out of the hose.
Thanks for doing the research for me

 

[brianwhiteboy]

Do you know if that pump has a reverse or is it just the nozzle that keeps gas in the hose? I will probably want a 15 foot hose minimum. My little battery powered one shut itself off with the nozzle sensor and then you hit the reverse button and it sucks the extra gas out of the hose.
Thanks for doing the research for me

I didn’t see a reverse option listed so I’m sure it’s the manual nozzle that keeps it in the hose.

 

[rush1]

I bought a 55 gallon drum of 95 octane, ethanol free gas for the boat, dirt bikes, generators, etc.

What’s the best and safest way to pump it into the boat or gas jugs? I’ve used the plastic siphon pumps which are simple and work but aren’t too robust. I bought a hand crank pump with an anti-static fuel hose but the pump is technically not rated for gasoline, just diesel, kerosene, oils, etc.

Some websites say you can use the hand crank pumps with gas as long as you have a proper anti-static ground strap attached to it. I’ll follow up with the manufacturer tomorrow to see if they concur.

What are the other inmates using on their drums of gas? I’d rather not have an explosion or fire and I’m willing to invest in the proper tool, but I’m not going to be using it on a continuous basis.

I’m thinking the plastic siphon would be more than enough but I’d like something a little more long-term if possible.

use a ground strap from the drum to the vehicle your fueling up , a set of jumper cables will work fine.

 

[69hondo]

I use a Holley blue pump from parts shelf in garage and jump wire to 12volt battery.
Cheap LOL