Got My Rotopax On!!!

For a while now, I have been dreaming about someday taking a trip to the Mojave Desert. But in order to do that, I know that I would need to be prepared with extra fuel. I started my search looking for different ways to carry gas and finally decided on the Rotopax system. Not the Fuelpax by Rotopax, but the original Rotopax vessels themself. Although the Fuelpax are less expensive, they are also less sturdy (and probably less durable), plus they are not "stackable"- since they have less rigidity, they will not hold proper shape under the pressure of the locking mechanisms. Additionally, while the Rotopax have a 10 year manufacturer warranty on their products, the Fuelpax only have a 5-year warranty. It was important for me to stack the jugs, so the decision was easy.

I purchased a mounting plate made by MorRyde, which mounts to the MorRyde Heavy Duty Hinges. I purchased two 2-gallon Rotopax along with the necessary extension, and the deluxe lock. The system was easy to mount up. I have 33" tires and there is a little over an inch of room between the spare tire and the mounting plate. With the fuel jugs in place, the tailgate is still able to swing open to it's widest position. I did have to install the "stopper" on the hinge, so that the door wouldn't swing too wide when it bounces open. Also since I have the flush LED tail lights, the Rotopax clear with room to spare. If I had the stock tail lights in place, it would be a different story. While driving around, the vessels stay in place with no issue. With my gas mileage ranging from 16-19 mpg, four additional gallons should yield me roughly 60-80 miles, should I need it.

I'm pretty delighted with my purchase. The Rotopax look good. They're functional. And they should last me a good long time!