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Mike Croley · 04-04-2012, 11:41 AM

Grainger has a big selection of transfer pumps .Most auto parts stores have the plastic pumps as well . Keep in mind that the pumps for alcohol get a little tricky . Ethanol may damage certain pumps , so will methanol .So be sure you get the correct pump for the fuel you're working with .
Something as simple as laying the drum on it's side and using a petroleum compatible spigot has worked for many racers over the years , but should the spigot start leaking you'll have a huge mess to clean up . And a serious fire potential .
NEVER pressurize a fuel drum or can to get the fuel out . There are easier and much safer methods .

04-04-2012, 11:41 AM	#3
Mike Croley Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 182 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: 55 gal drum: What transfer pump to use? Grainger has a big selection of transfer pumps .Most auto parts stores have the plastic pumps as well . Keep in mind that the pumps for alcohol get a little tricky . Ethanol may damage certain pumps , so will methanol .So be sure you get the correct pump for the fuel you're working with . Something as simple as laying the drum on it's side and using a petroleum compatible spigot has worked for many racers over the years , but should the spigot start leaking you'll have a huge mess to clean up . And a serious fire potential . NEVER pressurize a fuel drum or can to get the fuel out . There are easier and much safer methods .