Thread: New Tank

I have long Ranger in mine two tanks totaling just over 160 litres. Quite a bi of $$$
127 litre tank $1003
35 litre tank $598
Labour + incidentals $572

This was done a few years ago.

I have a 127 L long ranger in mine as well... about the same cost as George130.

One thing to watch out, not sure if 130 has the same problem, but it is a bit problematic with the 110 to fit all the fuel pump fittings and whatever else they do when they replace the tank... if they don't get everything connected ok you could end up like me.... couple of the fittings detached themselves and I had diesel pouring out all over the road for a few K's.

Sure sign is if you still smell diesel a few days after filling up.... get it checked

The mechanics cleaned and fixed it all up at their cost... but thanks to great british engineering it seems like it's pots luck if they've fitted everything correctly or not.

...but I'm sure it won't happen

Regards,
Scott

Gents

Thanks for your responses. Who made your tanks? Are they alloy or steel? As you can see from my Avitar mine has a flat tray on it so there is plenty of room underneath. If I could get 120l on board that would give me at least 1200km range which would be great

They are a little more expensive than I thought but I'll see what I can find in aftermarket. Failing that I might get someone to fabricate me one.

Cheers

Honestly mate, with a flat tray I would wonder why you wouldn't just strap 4 or 5 jerries to the back, then you would get the 1200km+ with no worries, save a wad of money and only need to fill them when on a trip. With the money saved you could put it towards new rubber/locker/or a multitude of other things.


Martyn

I used Long Range Automotive for the long range tanks. They were the best value for money in a quality tank in my opinion.
http://www.longrangeautomotive.com.a...es/lrover.html

I think I paid about $1200 for a 150litre setup, which is a duel tank set for my Disco2. The sill tanks were about $700 I think. They were cheaper than the ARB/LongRanger tanks and similar capacity.

I would also avoid Brown Davis tanks like the plague based on interpersonal/backup/quality reports.

Labor and incidentals would have included filling the tanks as the invoice stated the tanks had to be filled to confirm correct fitting. They were fitted in canberra bye one of the local Landy experts.

Originally Posted by Bushie

Honestly mate, with a flat tray I would wonder why you wouldn't just strap 4 or 5 jerries to the back, then you would get the 1200km+ with no worries, save a wad of money and only need to fill them when on a trip. With the money saved you could put it towards new rubber/locker/or a multitude of other things.
Martyn

I'm glad someone agrees with me on this issue.

The other thread "Long Range Tanks" had the same discussion, and it appeared that I'm the only person the world that will use a jerry can.
Quotes about legalities (without any evidence) and safety issues (blowing up, leaking) seemed to be the major concerns, but if properly cared for and inspected regularly will not be a problem.

Anyway, everyone is entitled to differing opinions, and I think spending $1000+ on a tank instead of $100 for jerry cans is far better value for money, (especially if it's not a regular NEED for long range).

Well I never had to make that choice. Previous owner did it for me. I do appreciate the capacity since I have it. I also like the idea that when going into remote areas I have 160 litres in the tank and up to 200 litres still allowable in jerry cans. The weight would b a bit harsh though.