Thread: D4 Long Range Tank

I'm another happy Long ranger owner (no pump issues). Very happy with it..

Well I'm actually surprised today, removing my Brown Davis Tank I drained as much fuel as I could with the transfer pump.
Got underneath and had some containers to drain the remainder and much to my surprise only approx 400ml came out!

Originally Posted by LM2016

Hi Rhinosm and all Members,,
Had a BD 110ltr for over a year now with no problems. I was in Melbourne, on route, so had them fit it for me.
110 Ltrs probably nearer 95 to 100 usable I've found. Tough tank and pump hasn't let me down. Good idea to carry small pump/ syphon hose in case of failure, as mentioned. The gauge is very average in level reading but like they say you get used to the pumping across. The location of the gauge in the cockpit is limited, trick being wiring and position. Mines behind the right side wipers arm lever, the level lights hidden from direct eye contact.( quite bright lights)
Browns told me to take the main tank down to about 3/4ish and start to transfer, you get two transfers that way. Or however you wish to do it. Mine makes a high squeal sound when the L/R tanks is empty, you think its the radio (am) until you snap out of it.
Haven't had many inputs to discussions as yet, am still learning to.
I have been reading the forum for a couple of years now and have been enlightened many times.
Thanks AULRO
Cheers from WA
Pete.B.

That sounds more more like the Long Ranger than the Brown Davis.

Originally Posted by transtar

For better weight distribution it is worth considering a bladder made to measure to fit in well behind front seats of a D4. Have a look at Fleximake.com.au. I have a 120litre unit and it works well weight wise with just about 50/50 distribution between front and rear axle loadings. Cost was good too. Only $240 for 120 litre unit made to measure with hoses and fittings but no pump or guage.

Thats a good weight option if only 1-2 traveling but for those of us with families it isn’t an option. I also am not comfortable with the idea of fuel in the cabin although I know many do this and swear by it it just doesn’t sit right with me.

Originally Posted by AnD3rew

Thats a good weight option if only 1-2 traveling but for those of us with families it isn’t an option. I also am not comfortable with the idea of fuel in the cabin although I know many do this and swear by it it just doesn’t sit right with me.

As I have asked. How does one restrain the 120+kg?

That’s my largest concern..

Originally Posted by AnD3rew

That sounds more more like the Long Ranger than the Brown Davis.

They are definitely both really good tanks.

In my case, the Long Ranger was installed by the previous owner - and I've been enjoying the benefits ever since . Brown Davis make good gear, but I've never owned one.

Originally Posted by Tombie

As I have asked. How does one restrain the 120+kg?

That’s my largest concern..

Similar way you restrain a 120kg human? Belts and anchor points.

Well tested in aviation and marine operations.

Originally Posted by jwb

Similar way you restrain a 120kg human? Belts and anchor points.

Well tested in aviation and marine operations.

I understand that, I have a previous life in both fields

I’m more concerned how you anchor a flexible bladder on the floor of a D4.

There are very few points to pick up and the bladders I have seen have very little to support them as you describe requiring lashing to decks etc.

Having a good look in the floor of my D4. There is insufficient suitably rated lashing points to prevent a 120kg missile taking off.