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[-] Duamerthrax@lemmy.world 5 points 1 day ago

Really depends on what you want and expect. "Military Grade" or real military surplus? I've been happy with my diesel generator and the jerry cans are definitely better then civilian stuff. I managed to get a military surplus 6.2L diesel engine for a engine swap, which has a few advantages over the civilian version. Water proof, steel ammo cans are definitely plastic shoe boxes from walmart.

[-] turmacar@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

Veritasium(?) has a video about jerry cans that boils down to "Surprise! The Germans over-engineered the crap out of these!" and how most modern ones aren't as good because its significantly cheaper to make ones that just look similar.

Still better than the plastic ones usually but you kind of have to hunt for the older style at this point to get the best of the best.

[-] Duamerthrax@lemmy.world 1 points 22 hours ago

These are the types I use. I've get them at swap meets used. They use 2in fnpt thread and have a vent that covered by the cap. I have a home made spout made from pvc bushing, a steel hose barb and about 18inchs of pvc hose. These are "new" style, but very thick plastic and very simple. No overengineered vents and valves to break.

[-] Paddzr@lemmy.world 5 points 1 day ago

Not sure about US but UK Surplus clothing is the best. I have tropic trousers and they're not only super comfortable, they're the most practical with insane amount of pockets and will survive whatever i do in them.... and they cost 1/4 of a store brand jeans.

Tops are also super cheap but you can get away with camo pants, camo long sleeves makes you stand out. But the bug repellant treated tops are awesome in the summer.

[-] Napster153@lemmy.world 4 points 1 day ago

Man I want to get military surplus too just to date curiosity but I am afraid of getting yeeted into the Larpers' group.

[-] Corkyskog@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 day ago

The pants are REALLY nice, but I totally understand your vibe as I almost never wear them unless I am hiking alone.

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