Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

Fuel Tank

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 20, 2016 | 12:03 AM
  #1  
FordTruckGuy96's Avatar
FordTruckGuy96
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 110
Likes: 0
From: Michigan
Fuel Tank

I am rebuilding my entire truck this year and was wondering what size fuel cell I can fit under the bed. I have a dual tank bed but only one tank. I would like to go as big as possible because I drive from one side of the state to the other and would like to make it in one go, without stopping. I know I have a 16 gallon side tank currently, can I go bigger than the 19 gallon tank? I'm not worried about the weight, truck rides better weighed down anyway. Also has anyone been able to find diesel filler necks?
 
Reply
Old Apr 20, 2016 | 06:57 AM
  #2  
Motorhead351's Avatar
Motorhead351
Posting Guru
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,556
Likes: 5
Only easy option, that's a bolt in, is to get a bronco tank and stick it in the rear tank location. They are 32~34 gallon capacity but you'll have to put your spare tire in the bed, get the correct module/pump assembly and correct tank straps, other than that it's pretty much a plug and play deal.

Someone may offer an increased capacity , side tank, but I'm not aware of whom.

If your diesel, then I'm not sure if this applies, as I honestly don't know the specifics on diesel fuel delivery requirements.
 
Reply
Old Apr 20, 2016 | 02:19 PM
  #3  
FordTruckGuy96's Avatar
FordTruckGuy96
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 110
Likes: 0
From: Michigan
So find one from a bronco then. Sounds like a good plan. And yes I am diesel but would be using this tank as more of a feeder tank, run a hose from one to the other and let the fuel drain into the side mount tank.
 
Reply
Old Apr 20, 2016 | 04:33 PM
  #4  
Brain's 97 Diesel's Avatar
Brain's 97 Diesel
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 432
Likes: 0
From: Willow Grove, PA
Spectra fuel tanks F26 e or d is a 38 gallon rear tank. several people have done it, I have. there are several write ups as well.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
FastTaurusSHO
6.2L V8
92
Mar 23, 2025 11:08 PM
FordTruckGuy96
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
7
Jul 15, 2016 07:53 PM
Bigdawg5565
Fuel Injection, Carburetion & Fuel System
1
Sep 25, 2015 04:05 PM
DEREK D.
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
2
May 24, 2006 04:09 PM
jnsredrose
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
1
Jan 14, 2002 12:31 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:22 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 10:59:05


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-6
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-8
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE