Thread: Roofracks

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.

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.

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.

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.