Extra fuel or water

True, didn't give enough detail. Only 2 adults, but hope to stay in the one place for as long as we want if worth it, my guess would be up to a week. I have the space so thought why not use it. Initially I thought fuel as I could then buy when cheaper.

You already have a lot of both of these liquids for 2 people - really depends on how long you intend on staying in one place. To be honest I wouldn't really want to weigh down your rig much more than it already is with liquid.

Be careful not to overload - as this can quickly become the biggest problem you have (with suspension/mechanical failure being the main issues).

I'd consider leaving the jerry holders empty. - if you find you want them further down the track - most servos will sell them. Don't just take them to save on fuel prices - you might lose out when it comes time to recover your vehicle due to suspension or other mechanical failure because of overloading.

Your choice, however - we managed to get around OZ in a 2.8 hilux with 140 litres of diesel and 120 litres of water going upto 2 weeks before we needed to refill water (including a shower or two!) and 1200kms before diesel looked low. We did not do the canning or any other long distance trip though - reconsider if you plan an extended trip such as this.

-myfourby

100 litres used to easily do 2 adults on a previos job for a week but if you take showers every day that could make a difference. Also most of the time it was winter

I get your drift but it's more like 60 kg and based on my mates trip around Oz this year the range of prices in some areas was around 70-80 cents per litre dearer within a days drive.

I get the argument though hence my reason for asking.

Sorry, it was someone else that said , chuck on 1 X 20l jerry , I thought it was you.

Yep , 3x20 would be 60odd kg , and yes , 60l could save a few dollars , but , that 60l puts a penalty on the vehicle and trailer.

Personally , I would want the weight as low as possible , rather then trying to save a few bucks. I WOULD though , chuck the empty Jerries on, in case.

That's what I've been wondering. Not to necessarily have them full all the time only when needed.

But wasn't sure in those areas whether water or fuel would be more of an issue. Probably will just go for fuel jerry cans and fill only when I need them or it could save serious $$.

Thanks

IMO , you should always carry more water then you are likely to need.

No water ,will kill you , not having spare fuel wont.

You never know when something is likely to happen busted tank , or , you come across someone in distress.

Of course fuel IS important , but , unless the extra is ACTUALLY needed , I personally , wouldn't just carry it , "because it was cheap".

Yep probably just overkill. Have the space so have the need to fill it!! May just take some empty drums and if needed will fill them then.

Thanks. Will probably do as you suggest. My drama is if the space is there I feel the urge to put something else in. I guess in my travels over the past 20 years I've never taken as much but now with a camper and ute there's sooooooo much space. Also hope to be doing more trips that include staying in the one place longer.

Now that's more along the lines I was thinking. :-) Plenty of space in the canopy for that.