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    LONG RANGE FUEL TANKS

    What is the best way to increase fuel capacity of a 110, (PUMA)

    1/ Replace standard tank with long range version ?

    Probably a “Long Range Automotive” 134 Lt, version as you can keep the factory tow bar and sway bar.

    “Long Ranger” – need to replace tow bar with ARB version. $$$$

    Or

    2/ Add auxiliary tank. - Opposite lock ???

    “Wing Tank” (rear ¼ panel), bit worried about drilling/leaking the factory plastic tank for the fitment of the fuel transfer line.

    Or

    Additional tanks (mounted under sills) with electric transfer pump.


    All thoughts, experiences and comments are most welcome. Specifically has anyone done these modifications using these brands and what are the pro's and con's.

    Cheers

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    I haven't had them done but I'd go for the Opposite Lock one personally. Correct me if I'm wrong but I think it bolts onto existing holes in the chassis so no drilling required. I think you get about 150L as opposed to the bigger tank as well.

    I've never had any trouble at Opposite Lock and have found the people there to be really helpful.

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    In my opinion... Sill (Belly) tanks... 1 x Water, 1 x Fuel...

    Balances the mass central and low.

    I had the LR rear, and wouldnt do it again.
    No value in spending that money for 55 litres when for less you get a separate tank (safety factor) and its in a better position on the vehicle.

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    I have the OL auxiliary tank.(It holds 45 litres). It's gravity feed so nothing to stop it from feeding the main tank unlike a pump failure. I haven't had any leaks from the connection to the main tank. The only trick is that the fuel guage stays on full for about 250 to 300 km before descending.

    Good use of otherwise unused space. (I've put a water tank on the otherside.)
    Mahn England

    DEFENDER 110 D300 SE '23 (the S M E G)

    Ex DEFENDER 110 wagon '08 (the Kelvinator)
    http://www.aulro.com/afvb/members-rides/105691-one_iotas-110-inch-kelvinator.html

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    Tombie,

    Did you have problems with the "Long Ranger" tank as far as quality, fitment or departure angle ?

    Or is your opinion based on a good economic sense ?

    Grant

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    Quote Originally Posted by one_iota View Post
    I have the OL auxiliary tank.(It holds 45 litres). It's gravity feed so nothing to stop it from feeding the main tank unlike a pump failure. I haven't had any leaks from the connection to the main tank. The only trick is that the fuel guage stays on full for about 250 to 300 km before descending.

    Good use of otherwise unused space. (I've put a water tank on the otherside.)
    Watertank is a good idea on the other side to even out the weight.

    You could probably fix the guage problem quite easily by putting a tap between the two as well.

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    We looked at options with our 06 Defender (TD5 ) and went with sill tanks. I was able to purchase one of these from a wrecker and used this to make another 3 (all now used).

    The info on installation is in the link below.

    http://www.aulro.com/afvb/projects-t...ill-tanks.html

    We also made and installed our own water tank - again, info is in the following post

    Defender additions

    These are now tried and tested, having gone from Sydney to Arnhem Land on 3 separate occasions. They suit our needs well.

    Erich

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