Thread: 2017 "Shots From The Hip"

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I have a question for any that think they have good advice opinions on the subject. I am going to put an auxillary fuel tank in the bed of my truck before spring rolls around. Carol and I are going to plan on doing a bit of "snowbirding" this next winter and I want added range to my stock 34 gal. tank. There are two types of in-bed auxillary tanks out there so my question is should I go with a "gravity feed" and apply the KISS principle, or should I go with a tank that utilizes a pump controlled from inside the cab to transfer the fuel? Main reason I am not replacing the stock tank with a larger aftermarket is that I plan on unloading my truck in the next two to three years.

I can't drive far enough any more without stopping to need another tank. That is why I never added one. And I don't plan on driving to Alaska.

I would have to stop and pee before I ran out! A buddy of mine uses an in bed tank but doesn't have it connected to his fuel system. He teansfers from the tank to his main tank with an electric pump.

Like Rich's friend, I have a neighbor who did the same thing. He went down to Tractor Supply and bought a fuel tank that fit in the bed, installed all the way to the front. Then transfers fuel from "nurse" tank to truck fuel tank by pump. He needed the extra fuel storage since he was going to work in Alaska. He liked it so well he continues to use it even though he is back home now.

Yup, purchases fuel for his "nurse" tank when the price is low. Funny thing Steve, my buddy is also from Charlotte! Not the same guy though

Just wondering the reason for a transfer tank instead of an auxillary. They must want flexibility to pump into something other than the truck, eh?

I want for added range, ability to bay where/ when I want. Just unsure if gravity is best or not. Do like the simplicity of them.

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Jerry, I came across this webpage that has some options:

Pumps, Tanks, Heat Exchangers, Controllers for DIY Solar Water and Space Heating System

If you click on the "controllers" there are a couple of "inline" down-and-dirty style that you would need to place inside the panel somehow. I was looking for something similar that had a thermocouple you could run inside the panel and keep the controller outside. I used to wire all kinds of controls at work and know just what you are attempting to do, but the cost of the types of controllers we used might be too much for what you want to accomplish. Hope this helps ya bud!

The guy I know takes the tank out when he want to haul firewood, etc. Just has it in his truck for long trips or when the price of fuel is very low.

I'm with Rich. My tank is usually full before the truck tank is empty. On the serious side, if you're getting rid of the truck soon, I would lean towards the most economical (cheapest ) way to get what you feel you need.

Originally Posted by spartannation

the (cheapest ) way to get what you feel you need.

I got some empty gallon milk jugs I'd give ya Don.