Robert,

thanks for the link, good info. I have to say though, that the tightness of the cam action of the lid makes me think I could get a good seal if I fit  new gasket.

alistair

On 2012-10-12, at 11:15 AM, Robert Keezer wrote:

> 
> Alistair, I found a website with information on restoring old Jerry Cans.
> 
> http://www.90thidpg.us/Equipment/Projects/WaterCanResto/index.html
> 
> The article tells that the lining of the water cans was food-safe. 
> 
> However, sometime in it's past it could have been used for leaded gas, so relining the can is recommended for either food (potable water) usage as hazardous chemicals or metals .
> 
> Another thing to consider is that if it's always been used for water, and the lining will hold up to gas, the can may  have a future owner that uses it for water not knowing it was used for fuel before he purchased it.
> 
> The type of cap used on the water can is not leakproof.
> 
> I see these selling on Ebay for 20-30.00 or more. Maybe just sell it and buy a gas Jerry Can?
> 
> Robert
> 
> 1982 Westfalia