Fill-Rite FR1612 Portable Diesel Transfer Pump (Pump Only w/Power Cable & Clips)

I have a 35 gallon fuel caddy that I use to move fuel from the FBO's pump to my hangar. It avoids having to shut down and restart my plane and saves wear and tear on the engine and starter.However the pump on the fuel caddy was cheap, not long for this world in terms of durability, and too slow to connect to a fuel meter.The RD8 pump is just about perfect for a fuel caddy, as it's light enough to mount on the existing outlet pipe while allowing 1" or 3/4" accessories like a fuel filter and meter with a 3/4" hose and fill nozzle. The ability to swap the inlet and outlet fittings through 90 degrees makes it very easy to get a logical arrangement of accessories.The pump runs well and doesn't draw much electricity. It has a 15 amp fuse but I suspect it only draws about half that amount. It has no issues pumping fuel through a 10 micron filter and fuel meter and then up and over to the wing tanks on my plane.I did make a change in the power cord. Since I have a deep cycle 12 volt RV battery in the rear of the hangar to operate a winch for the aircraft, I used 14-3 exterior cable to make up a 40' power cord, and used 30 amp Anderson Connectors to connect to the provided (short) power cord. I reused the green alligator clip to a tie down in the hangar. The short power cord loops conveniently over the carry handle, so it's there if I need another 10' of length, and not in the way if I don't.I also attached a grounding cable to the pump that attaches to the aircraft to ensure it's grounded to the tank and pump.The major downside of the imported fuel caddies is the 31.5 - 32 mm fine, straight threads on the outlet, which is compatible with basically nothing in the US. However I took a standard 1 1/4" NPT female to 3/4" NPT female adapter and turned it in my lathe to get a friction fit (1.425") on the gas caddy's outlet. Since it had fuel in it, I opted for JB Weld to attach the adapter, since JB Weld is fuel proof, rather than soldering or brazing. However, since JB Weld is also an insulator I ensured the ground wire contacts both the pump and a cleaned bare metal spot on the outlet pipe itself.Since the pictures above were taken I've added a 90 degree elbow after the fuel meter so that the hose routes straight down and doesn't stay bent.

I mounted this pump onto a portable fuel caddy. It works great, pumps as fast as a gas station pump. No issues with the fuel caddy's 36" long suction tube either.

After burning up a much smaller fuel transfer pump, I purchased this unit. Only used it to test so far but clearly all the hoses and cords were going to a problem to manage, store, keep clean and dry. I mounted the entire unit assembly in a 12” x 24” x 7” military surplus aluminum box I had in my shop. Also ordered an extra 10’ section of suction hose so I have more flexibility in setups and use. Total unit weight in the aluminum box is 29 pounds - easy to transport, store and use.Update: The fitting on the end of the 3/4” suction hose will not fit in a 5 gallon plastic gas can. I got a barbed fitting and added a 24” 3/4 inch hose (with no fitting on the end) to the end of stock suction hose and it works fine in 5 gallon cans. Excellent pump. It will empty a 5 gallon gas can really fast.

I bought this pump to use as a portable diesel pump for my tractor business. I've converted a 15-gallon ag sprayer (same materials as an actual diesel jug at the store) to a diesel tank and use this as a transfer tank.Initial assembly was very simple. However, USE teflon tape on the threaded fittings per the instructions. I missed that part and had a leak during my first use. My fault!The battery clips are long enough to reach my tractor battery even while the tank is in the back of my truck. The hoses are also plenty long as well.The pump is VERY strong and is heavy made. The hoses seem to be very durable as well. The dispenser handle is plastic and I'll definitely have to keep an eye out that it doesn't get slammed in the tailgate or something.I have also powered this pump with a portable 12V Schumacher battery/jump starter as an even more mobile solution.So far...highly recommended!

Pump works as it should, just added hose and nozzle and was good to go.Only downside is length of power cord, it should be another 3' longer.I have used it to pump out heating oil from old tank but currently use it to pump gas from storage barrels to equipment in need.Won't go back to a hand pump again. Not that I'm lazy but this is so easy!