My purchase record identifies the black Wavian jerry can. The saved catalog photograph shows that version, while my rack diary provides context for organizing large accessories around the van.
Black sealant around a roof-rack landing pad during my installation.
The item in my kit
I bought Wavian Twenty-Litre Black Jerry Can as part of my camper van equipment.
My purchase record identifies the black Wavian jerry can. The saved catalog photograph shows that version, while my rack diary provides context for organizing large accessories around the van.
Where it fits my build
I removed the factory roof covers, widened the mounting holes and scraped the paint and adhesive from the landing-pad areas. I then fitted the landing pads and assembled the side rails, crossbars and fairing.
The sealant timing made the assembly messy. I applied it early and got it on my hands and parts, while the installed pads left little space for reaching underneath with the nozzle.
The close working space around one of the rack attachments.
My build notes
The access around the pad was the memorable part of this job. Small spaces between the roof, pad and rail affected how I could position the sealant and tighten the hardware.
The order of assembly changed which parts of the joint I could reach.
Alternative products
Two alternatives to compare
Midwest uses molded plastic containers with separate spouts. The Scepter caddy is a much larger wheeled container with a hose, which changes both the storage footprint and the transfer arrangement.
Midwest Five-Gallon Fuel Containers
These molded plastic containers have top handles and separate dispensing spouts. Their broad bodies offer a different storage shape from a steel jerry can.
This wheeled fuel container includes a transfer hose and dispensing handle. Its upright body rolls on two wheels when moved between storage and equipment.
