Thread: best long range fuel tank for Defender?

Originally Posted by bluetongue

Yeah to be honest I've never wanted to push it.... I know I could probably get another 200 or so k's out of it but am happy to fill when it's on E.... and after replacing 2 lift pumps last year I've been told it's not a good idea to let it run down to suck the dregs from the bottom of the tank.... not that I would get any 'dregs' filling up at a BP

I guess what I was digging for is how much of the fuel is useable. IE if it's a 127l tank and you can only use 100l of it then that's not so good. I'm not advocating running on fumes as a good practice. I just want to know that if I am struggling to get to Birdsville on my way out of the Simpson (or wherever) that if I really need to in a emergency I can use 120l.

I know this is an odd question.. but doesn anyone know how many kg the factory plastic tank and guard is compared to say one of the 127l metal tanks.

If not specific, I'd love to know even "the bigger tanks is heaps heavier" or "it's heavier, but not that much"

Thanks everyone.

Originally Posted by Jimmy

G'day all,

I'm thinking of extending the fuel capacity of my 2001 TD5 Defender. I've seen the ARB 127ltr replacement tanks and heard they are the best, but the price is pretty intimidating. I've also looked at a few Aux tanks (45 or 55ltr) from Opposite Lock (still pricey), but one in the rear right wheel arch looks tidy. So I'm hoping I can get some user tips on what works best and any good/bad experiences, recommendations, alternatives people might have.

Also wondering if any of those long ranger tanks hang down at the back and cause clearance issues?

thanks



Jimmy

Why not do the diesel/gas modification. In WA at least, the Federal and State Gov rebate pays for almost all of the conversion cost. You will get the benefits of increased range, slight increase in power and cheaper fuel cost.

Try this link: http://www.dieselgas.com.au/vehicles.htm

Regards

Went to TJM yesterday and they offered me a 65l sill tank. It's only slightly more than the 127l replacement tank. However they quote 7 hours to install I'm going to have a look into these. I might have to do it myself

Anyone else got one of these?

Longrange auto

I have 2 Brown Davis sill tanks on my 110. Right side for diesel and left side for water. I like the way the sill tanks place the weight between the axles. Much better than hanging it on the end of the chassis behind the rear axle. The sill tanks also keep the weight low which is good for the centre of gravity.

Check that the Long Range Automotive tanks allow access to tighten or replace the front radius arm bushes. The Brown Davis tanks have to be removed for this to be done.

James

Hi Jimmy. Just something worth a mention. I arranged for the 127L job through ARB. It was only after they had the tank and were starting to install it they realised that it wouldn't fit because I had an OE towbar (this was done as it retained the rear fold down step). No issues if a non-genuine article. Iwas up for a towbar replacement if I wanted it - opted for a rear airlocker instead.

Originally Posted by CraigE

May be illegal now. But have you ever tried lighting or igniting diesel. It does not happen easily and takes a fair amount of heat. Usually to get diesel to burn for fire training we have to drop ina bit of petrol to heat it up or start with gas (usually lines and nozzles).

that was what i was going to say

army carry jerry's all over there vechicles and they get hit by missiles as well as other things

Originally Posted by harro

My 140L replacement takes a while to come off full and the warning light comes on with around 30L instead of the factory 9L (I think it's 9) but the gauge reads fine. There is a modification to the float arm length when fitting.

Harro.

Hello,

I just had the 140 l. LRA tank fitted on my 2000 110 TD5, have the same issues with the gauge. Only point is: what do I do when the reserve light shows ? Driving further 200 km expecting fuel is enough ?