Roofracks

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Originally Posted by CJT

Can you legally carry fuel on the outside of a vehicle?

I recall it being illegal to carry it on the rear with a tyre carrier etc. so the roof would be the only other option apart from inside the vehicle.

Long range tank for extra fuel, although expensive probably safer and deffinetely legal.

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Not sure, I think its legal on the roof, but I haven't checked the regulations for myself. I carry diesel in long range tanks as a preference and if I need more I carry it in jerry cans behind the cargo barrier. I do carry petrol for the mowers back to the house in the car, but I doubt that I'd ever do that for touring. I just disagree with the fumes, dangers etc inside the car, especially if it leaks.

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Originally Posted by Slunnie

Not sure, I think its legal on the roof, but I haven't checked the regulations for myself. I carry diesel in long range tanks as a preference and if I need more I carry it in jerry cans behind the cargo barrier. I do carry petrol for the mowers back to the house in the car, but I doubt that I'd ever do that for touring. I just disagree with the fumes, dangers etc inside the car, especially if it leaks.

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I agree, long range tank is the best option. Otherwise I think I would carry in the boot behind barrier as well, possibly mounting jerry holders to the top of the drawers.

I have read that plastic jerry cans are better as they dont expand as much with temp changes. If the container is sealed properly there should not be any fumes.