Long Range Replacement Fuel Tanks

[rock_shoes]

I'm looking to do some significant fuel range extension with my SWB Gen 2. The stock tank is a mere 60 litres and that's just not going to cut it on a long trip. I've managed to find a company in Australia that makes a 105L replacement tank to fit but I haven't yet contacted them to see if they ship to Canada for a reasonable price.

http://www.browndavis.com.au/products.php?make=MITSUBISHI&model=PAJERO/MONTERO&series=1991-1999

1) Does anyone know of any other options for a long range replacement tank?

2) Considering I would likely have to ship this thing from Australia, would it be less expensive to pay for a custom fit tank?

 

[jdavis]

I ran the Whipsaw trail weekend before last and was worried about fuel. I few guys on the trip carried extra fuel on rear of truck. I've never been a big fan of carrying gas on rear or on top of truck because of weight.

There have been a couple of posts here or maybe on the 4x4wire site about adding second fuel tank. Have not seen a replacement for the factory tank, what great idea. Seems like you'd be able to carry a bit more fuel.

Will be curious to see total cost to ship to Canada. Wonder if shipping to US and cheaper, could ship to my and drive down. Gut says it will probably be cheaper to have a shop build one for you.

BC has a lot great areas to explore! Next summer there are plans in the works to explore Lillooet area and run the Alexander Mackenzie Heritage Trail.

~ Jon

 

[rock_shoes]

That's definitely a good thought regarding shipping. I'm in Vancouver so popping down to Seattle to visit some friends and pick up a new tank would be quite easy.

I haven't done the MacKenzie but I can certainly verify how amazing the Lillooet area is.

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[off-roader]

I looked previously and it's definitely cost prohibitive no matter what route you take for additional fuel.
1) Larger tank from Australia. $$$$ + $$$$$hipping!
2) Custom tank. $$$$ plus finding a local shop to make one up or a N.America shop to make and ship one to you.
3) NATO (locking cam spout, not a screw on spout) Jerry cans. Relatively inexpensive and can be placed in and around the interior where space is available. Only problem is it should be properly secured. If you don't it would become a horrific projectile that could Kill you, your passenger and/or others involved in the accident.

 

[montypower]

LRA is the company I've looked at purchasing an AUX tank from: http://www.longrangeautomotive.com.au/

Outback Proven can import them. They don't charge for shipping from Australia but you either have to pay freight to your house or pickup.

 

[rock_shoes]

That has some serious possibilities. I'm looking to plan a road trip that direction next year for some climbing anyway.

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