We've used them for years - originally the round cylinder 5 gallon blue ones in the 80s, where
we had about 4-5 of them for drinking water for our cabin on an Island. (the well ran nearly
dry in summer). We transported them in a 14' aluminum boat & wheelbarrow in all sorts of
conditions and they held up well. We now use a newer squared off style one for Westy
camping, where it sits on the picnic table for washing hands, cooking water when outside,
etc. For the price, they work well and hold up well. Last I checked, some of the original ones
from around 1985 were still at the cabin and functional...

On 5 Sep 2008 at 21:42, Cullen Stewart <cullberly@VERMONTEL.NET> wrote:

> I have one of the Reliance containers and it has been an asset. It is 5
> years old and not only travels, but it also serves as my drinking water
> container for the frequent power outages I encounter at home. When it dies I can
> easily replace it anywhere and recycle the old one for a net loss of $12. Not
> bad in my book! ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jeff Palmer"
> <jpalmer@MTS.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Friday, September 05,
> 2008 7:53 PM Subject: Re: Product Report: 4 gal water container
>
>
> > Hi Larry and everyone,
> >
> > I can't comment on the model you purchased, but i've had very good
> > luck with this Reliance product:
> >
> > http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___80837
> >
> > Mine doesn't leak and they're pretty common around here (why do I
> > think they're made here in Winnipeg?)  Hmm the Reliance head office
> > is here but not sure where they're made.
> >
> > That being said they list for $11.99 so I guess you get what you pay
> > for but my family has had 3 or 4 and never had any issues.
> >
> > Good luck!
> > Jeff
> >
> >
> > On 4-Sep-08, at 9:54 AM, Larry Chase wrote:
> >
> >> Volks,
> >>
> >> Camping Product Report: Reliance Aqua-Clear 4 Gallon Water Container
> >>
> >> http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___80873
> >>
> >> Rating 1 star out of a possible 5
> >> Pros: Nice size and like the translucent blue color so you can see
> >> water level.
> >> Cons: Lid .... Leaks, leaks, Leaks
> >> Bottom Line: Not Recommended
> >>
> >> Comments:
> >>
> >> We have been thru 3 of these trying to find 2 that didn't leak.
> >>
> >> Purchased 1st one from REI.
> >>
> >> Received ... tested ... lid leaked around gasket.
> >>
> >> Emailed REI customer service ... got a reply within 30 minutes
> >> (amazing). They shipped a replacement item same day and
> >> put a note in my account that I had 30 days to return defective item.
> >> Replacement arrived in 2 days.
> >>
> >> Replacement product was fine .... returned leaker with prepaid postage
> >> sticker from REI.
> >>
> >> Needed a 2nd water container and assumed the problem with the first
> >> was  a fluke.
> >>
> >> Went to order from REI, but the same product was no longer available.
> >>
> >> Hummm ... should have been a warning.
> >>
> >> Found the same item at Campmor (love that store too) and ordered.
> >>
> >> Arrived, tested ... leaks much like the 1st item.
> >>
> >> Upon further inspection there seems to be a defect in the lid gasket.
> >>
> >> In the process of retuning the Campmor order .... hope their customer
> >> service is half as good as REI.
> >>
> >> BTW .... we have a REI store opening in Santa Fe on 9/12 ... very
> >> excited.
> >>
> >> Damn I gotta get a life
> >>
> >> larry
> >> roadhaus.com

Shawn Wright
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'88 Westy 1.6TD 5 speed
'85 Jetta Diesel 1.6NA