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Hey folks... what is the most economical option to get more fuel on board? My towing range sucks, I can not believe that Ford put this tiny 26 gallon tank in any Diesel Super Duty. I shouldn't have to buy a long bed to get more fuel tank. And I don't want to put a fuel tank in my bed, that looks ridiculous.
Looks can be overcome with a below the bed rails fuel tank for the bed. I have 900 range towing my 5th wheel and nearly 1400 miles when unloaded. I stop when/where I want to for fuel instead of when/where I need to.
If/when I move to a different truck, I can remove the tank and take it with me as well. I will cover the tank with an Extang Revolution Tonneau Cover and be on my merry way.
Just something to consider, not trying to sway your opinion.
I know, I didn't realize how limited my range was until I bought a 41 foot 5th wheel. Living in Colorado the majority of my driving is very mountainous. I'm getting about 9-9.5 MPG when towing so my range is only about 230-240 miles when I am towing. That's unacceptable, and I've already done pretty much all I can do to increase mileage without slowing down. DPF and EGR deleted, tuned etc. On completely flat terrain I might be able to yank out 10-11 MPG if I kept it around 70 mph.
How big is Chevy and Dodge's tank on a short bed crew cab?
Looks can be overcome with a below the bed rails fuel tank for the bed. I have 900 range towing my 5th wheel and nearly 1400 miles when unloaded. I stop when/where I want to for fuel instead of when/where I need to.
If/when I move to a different truck, I can remove the tank and take it with me as well. I will cover the tank with an Extang Revolution Tonneau Cover and be on my merry way.
Just something to consider, not trying to sway your opinion.
We did a Titan tank on our '05 and love it. I also didnt want anything in the bed (its small enough as it is). Its a 50 gallon tank, and you don't have to do ANYTHING different when filling up, just open your wallet a little more
I wrote a post on our blog with all the info you may find helpful:
IMO Titan is the way to go. I put a Titan in my '13 F-250, and when the fill up happens, it tells me "950" or so miles to empty. Of course that just makes me feel good since I am not towing the travel trailer right now! We run from Florida to Texas (1000 miles) and I just pick a convenient about half way stop for fuel. No pressure on when it is going to be empty. The MTE calculations were reset by Ford (not for free) with instructions from Titan. Not a cheap upgrade, but as the days and miles roll by, the price becomes less obvious. Peace of mind is fantastic. It is a fairly easy install too.
I love the Titan tank I have in my 2015 F350 CCLB. It allows me to use my 20 year old DEEP tool box for storage of necessary items I like to carry with me at all times. The Titan tank doesn't remove any space necessary for the Champion generator I carry when towing my 5'r. The generator sits between the Ford 5th wheel hitch and the tool box. I did have to make a new 5th wheel hitch release handle.
The dealer can reset the tank size for you.. Some do it for free, some charge. The tank size only affects the Miles to Empty calculation. You use the stock float./fuel pick up from your old tank.
When not towing, my MTE sits on 999 for 200-300 miles before it starts to come down. When towing, I can go 650 plus miles. I do reset Trip A each fuel stop and watch the gallons used more so than the MTE display.
No, I bought the full kit from ATTA and the 45RBR tank. It comes with all the parts and plumbing necessary for a professional job including momentary switch (or automatic if you prefer), gauge, sending unit and pump. It is nice to hold the switch down for a few moments and watch the OEM fuel gauge rise as I am rolling down the road.
My two cents, Transfer flow 50 gallon under bed tank. Been workin great for me. Metal construction, 6 yr warranty. Flat top, so no chance for water intrusion. Also since its metal, a drain plug can be easily installed.
Titan 50g midship replacement tank. Have one on my 06 (3 years now) and just put one on my 2016. 2-3 hr install at home for the average DIY mechanic. Then use Forescan to adjust the tank size in the trucks computer. Mine now shows a DTE of 675-725 miles depending upon my average mpg.
Transfer Flow tanks are a few bucks cheaper but they are built of aluminized steel and rust (at least externally). They are also square and blocky compared to the Titan which is molded to fit every nook and cranny that it can.
01-03-2017, 06:47 PM
