extended range... bigger fuel tank.

[RJD1999runner4x4]

Hello all,
I have a 1999 Toyota 4runner 4x4 and wanted to see what larger gas tank would fit in it. The 18.5 gallon tank just does not do it for me. I would like to have a 400-500 mile range and am only getting about 215 at present. Any suggestions would be awesome!

 

[hrt4me]

good luck, hope you have good fabrication and welding skills

 

[TripleD]

Look into adding a second tank where the spare tire sits. I think some f150 tanks will fit there.

 

[3rzrunner]

..........................Buy a 4 cyl 3RZ 4runner

 

[cdthiker]

I Think the cheapest option would be to bolt a jerry can on the back end.....
I mean really, is it just not cutting it in terms of you often travel more then 200+ miles in area with out gas or it is a PITA to fill up every three and half hours?

Jerry can, way cheaper then an aux tank

 

[Chandlerdoom]

I thought running a secondary tank would be nice (f150 tank) but the transfer pump would have to be manual, plus filling would have to go into the f150 tank transfered to stock tank and than finally fill the f150 tank. At that point I would rather just drive another 250 miles and fill up again...

Best bet is a custom tank, if you make the dimensions and use some cardboard for test fitting you could probably get a shop to make one for a decent price.

GL

 

[GhostRing]

For around $200-400 you can carry enough MFC/Jerry cans to equal another tank.
Best of all, take them off when not driving around town. Only run them when needed.

And it looks way badasser than an aux tank

 

[Nunyabiz]

When I would drive down to Cabo san Lucas in Baja towing my boat I used my boats auxiliary tanks which were 18 gallons each and I had 2.
They were bladder tanks made similar to an inflatable Zodiac boat, so when you emptied one it was now small and flat and could be rolled up and stowed away.

Was very similar to the 21 Gal on this page.

Fuel Bladder Marine Pillow Tanks - Turtlepac

In my VW Baja Bug I had a custom 25 gallon Fuel Safe installed in the back seat and the fuel gauge was a clear tube built in to the side so I could actually see exactly how much gas was in the tank just by looking between the seats.

So maybe you could have a Fuel Safe built to fit, or just carry bladder tanks and maybe have a line through back cargo area that connects to the stock gas tank. That way it would stay full until the bladder tank was empty, then roll it up and you still have a full tank.
That is basically what I did on my boat, had a bladder tank for each outboard carrying 36 gals that I would use first then when they ran dry just change back to the built in 103 gal tank.

 

[Arn24]

I would be cool to replace the stock tank with a bigger one where the spare sits just to get the factory one out of harms way. That thing is a ground clearance killer....

Aaron

 

[Doc2012]

You mean like this?

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/119076-docs-zrv-pic-heavy-5.html

I'm going to get some QuikSteel and line the insides of the tank, then make a lid, and I'm done.

Been a LONG time coming....

 

[RJD1999runner4x4]

Damn DOC, that is exactly what I'm talking about. How is it coming along?? I looked at your thread and the work you have done looks amazing...... beer is on me when you come to San Diego..... I believe you have IDC school here if you ever go to it.

 

[Doc2012]

Damn DOC, that is exactly what I'm talking about. How is it coming along?? I looked at your thread and the work you have done looks amazing...... beer is on me when you come to San Diego..... I believe you have IDC school here if you ever go to it.

It's coming along. MIGHT work some more on it tonight. MIGHT. It's kinda taken a back seat, like a lot of other projects have. :/

I cut about 10 gal off to give it a little more clearance on the bottom. We'll see how much clearance it gives me.

 

[OrangeTexan]

I wonder if this would fit.

Four Runner/Spare beneath 2 &4 Dr (Rear Coil Spring Suspension) Just Gas Tanks.com

 

[RJD1999runner4x4]

Lots of great feedback, I wanted to thank everyon for insight they have provided. I will be going to talk to the guys at metal fabrication works here in San Diego. My hope is that after my wedding I will once again have the funds I need to make this happen. I will post updates and of course please keep the recommendations coming.

 

[hrt4me]

I wonder if this would fit.

Four Runner/Spare beneath 2 &4 Dr (Rear Coil Spring Suspension) Just Gas Tanks.com

interesting

 

[Bershadsky]

Hello all,
I have a 1999 Toyota 4runner 4x4 and wanted to see what larger gas tank would fit in it. The 18.5 gallon tank just does not do it for me. I would like to have a 400-500 mile range and am only getting about 215 at present. Any suggestions would be awesome!

AUXILIARY GAS TANK

Pricing of a center auxiliary tank, straps, transfer Pump, and filler used with "Y" section pipe. This unit will be put in place of the spare tire between the rails and will be a compliment to the primary 18.5 gallon gas tank.

The Long Ranger is an Australian company that manufacturers auxiliary gas tank for 2nd & 3rd Generation Toyota 4Runners (1989-2002). Enclosed is their pricing for manufacturing and shipping. The shipping charges back in June of 2013 where $566. USD ($610.AUD) from Australia.

Toyota 4 Runner 1989-1995 | The Long Ranger

Cost of the tank is $1340.00 AUD - freight is $610.00 AUD - this does not include any import duties / taxes / internal freight or any other charges required by US Customs. Shipping date is 5 weeks from time of order - shipping time is approx 4 weeks. ARB may still be the US distributor so check with them first before approaching Long Ranger in Australia as shipping may be substantially less from the States.

TOTAL USD amount is approx. $1,858., or $1,950. AUD.

 

[Lindenwood]

Any particular reason you are averaging 12 mpg?

 

[the walrus]

At first I'm thinking, one could buy a lot of jerry cans (and fuel) for $1900.

On the other hand, with an additional 34 gallons on board, you could travel well over 900 miles on a single fill up.

Here are some more numbers, a 52 gallon fill up @ $2.19/gal would be $113.
The additional fuel weight would be about 200 lbs.

For me, being able to go 6 weeks between fill ups? That would be kinda nice. Still wouldn't stop my fuel gauge from having a mind of it's own.

 

[Sean K.]

I thought running a secondary tank would be nice (f150 tank) but the transfer pump would have to be manual, plus filling would have to go into the f150 tank transfered to stock tank and than finally fill the f150 tank. At that point I would rather just drive another 250 miles and fill up again...

Best bet is a custom tank, if you make the dimensions and use some cardboard for test fitting you could probably get a shop to make one for a decent price.

GL

Problem is: ground clearance is going to be severely impacted by going to a larger tank. 2 tanks (one in the spare area) would have far less impact on offroadability....but I realize that that's not the mainstream T4R owner's priority either.....so you have to decide what's more important.

 

[Co4Fun]

Bravo to anyone taking this on and I more than relate to your desire to increase range and fill that space with something useful.

I spent a LOT of time thinking about this and researching. Part of the problem is that when we all look up into the spare area we think "wow look at all that room" and it's natural considering the limited range of our vehicles stock fuel setup to see the obvious opportunity.

But, looks can be deceiving and as soon as you start looking at it cost, lost clearance, lack of good mounting solutions and other complexities start to get in the way. Not impossible but you have to weigh what you want to take on or pay someone to take on.

So for me, I ultimately used it as more justification for my rear swing out with CBI dual can holder. Get an EZ-siphon and the cans never even have to come off.


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