Adding an extra fuel tank
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Adding an extra fuel tank
Anybody seen, heard of, know of, or have an opinion about adding an extra fuel tank to a 2001 F250 SC SB. I'm thinking about removing the spare tire and mechanism to add an extra rear tank like Ford used to do. Even an extra 20 gallon tank would be enough. Planning some long trips this year and would like some extra range while towing our trailer. Adding an extra tank inside the box is a no go. Have a topper and need all the space inside.
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Check out Transferflow, you can switch your stock tank for a 46 gallon one.
http://www.transferflow.com/Ford_replacement_tank.html
http://www.transferflow.com/Ford_replacement_tank.html
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I added a TransferFlow Across-the-bed tank to my '02 F-250. With their system, you do not have to worry about switches or valves to change between tanks. Great system. I now have a tool box/fuel tank combo in my F-350 carrying an additional 65 gallons. It is great being able to choose the state I want to refuel in rather than the town/city.
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Originally Posted by GregsSD
Check out Transferflow, you can switch your stock tank for a 46 gallon one.
http://www.transferflow.com/Ford_replacement_tank.html
http://www.transferflow.com/Ford_replacement_tank.html
way cool!
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I added a transferflow to our F350 about a year ago.
Love it - I can go across several states w/o filling up. I don't fill up in the "high" fuel tax/price states anymore.
Only one little issue: man when you let both tanks get low = Ouch - Big$$ at fillup. ($240+ just a week ago when I was coming back up from SC - had to put in 80 gal @ about 3.09/gal)
3.09 was cheaper than what I'd seen further south - 3.26 on the Raleigh Durham area.
DG
Love it - I can go across several states w/o filling up. I don't fill up in the "high" fuel tax/price states anymore.
Only one little issue: man when you let both tanks get low = Ouch - Big$$ at fillup. ($240+ just a week ago when I was coming back up from SC - had to put in 80 gal @ about 3.09/gal)
3.09 was cheaper than what I'd seen further south - 3.26 on the Raleigh Durham area.
DG
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I added a 34 gal transfer flow to my 99 F-350. I had the first one that was available for a gas rig put on. Gives me a total of 70 Gals. They now have a 50 that they use. I can drive for days and I don't pay for fuel!!!!!!
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Looked at that site before. That's a lot of weight for an empty tank.... #187 and it looks like it really hangs down below the frame. I like the clean look under my truck now and don't want anything hanging down that low. Thanks guys for your input, guess I have to keep looking.
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I am with flybaby 3 I would like to find a used Excursion tank or old Blazer tank to fit up where the spare tire is now.
Does anyone have any first hand experience with this set up and what is involved to install it and transfere from the back tank to the main tank?
Thanks for any info.
I also have a SB with a cap on and cannot loose the space that a in bed tank would take up.
Does anyone have any first hand experience with this set up and what is involved to install it and transfere from the back tank to the main tank?
Thanks for any info.
I also have a SB with a cap on and cannot loose the space that a in bed tank would take up.
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Aero Tanks also makes replacement tanks:
Aero Tank options for Fords
I met a guy that put one in his F350 and he measured it and it only hung down less than 1/2" lower than factory, but I can't remember if he got the skidplate option or not.
Personally, if you need the bedspace and are travelling long distances, I wouldn't even consider a tank that goes in place of your spare. Extra fuel is nice, but being stuck with a flat? Nope, not worth it in my book, but that's me.
Aero Tank options for Fords
I met a guy that put one in his F350 and he measured it and it only hung down less than 1/2" lower than factory, but I can't remember if he got the skidplate option or not.
Personally, if you need the bedspace and are travelling long distances, I wouldn't even consider a tank that goes in place of your spare. Extra fuel is nice, but being stuck with a flat? Nope, not worth it in my book, but that's me.
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Gilla & Flybaby-
Can you post more details of your truck(s) and where you are located?
If one of you is near Colorado, it might be worth checking in to this ad on craigslist
Can you post more details of your truck(s) and where you are located?
If one of you is near Colorado, it might be worth checking in to this ad on craigslist
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Originally Posted by Gillagorilla
Damn that looks like a heck of a deal out there.
My truck is a 2006 F250 CC SB 4X4 6.0L
Sucks that I live in Virginia
My truck is a 2006 F250 CC SB 4X4 6.0L
Sucks that I live in Virginia
Keep looking, you'll find something.