I think I'd feel safer with a diesel tank under the frame of the syncro
(behind the bumper mechanism and between the frame rails)
then having a couple of jerry cans half a$$ed strapped to the back
bumper/ladder?

sorry in crash worthyness I don't see 2 50# bombs being held securely
by M8 bolts (13mm headed)
one of my greatest pet peeves is the morons that strap a 40# spare tire
to the roof of their stationwagon/now SUVs with rubber bungees (which
weaken and deteriorate in UV light) a minor tap and they can send a
projectile into the oncoming lane of 55+ MPH traffic

but for those who will over analyze the safety of my non-flammable
diesel safely stowed under my frame,  don't drive too close behind a
80-90s mustang. their gass tank is visible from behind and it's plastic.

as for concerning the safety of everyone else on the road.. my removing
the stock tin bumper and replacing with a strong double tube design
already shows what I think of 'societies' drivers.

>>> <THX0001@aol.com> 9/1/2004 12:48:40 PM >>>

In a message dated 9/1/04 11:53:10 AM, dosteven@SYR.EDU writes:

<< auxillary fuel tank  Mmmmmm !!

spare wheel well .... vacant   Hmmmmm  ?? >>

Don't do it unless you plan to use a fuel cell or else to never drive
on a
public road.  It's one thing to assume a risk, but to expect the same
of anyone
who you might ass-end is not the way it is done.  Even if it's a
cliche, a
couple of Jerrry cans tied to a luggage rack should be all you need.

George