M17 wrote:Well bugger me,
Now I am more confused than ever after reading this whole thread on what long range tank to get. I have a 2013 MN GLX-R dual cab and will be looking to do a Northern/Central Australia trip later in the year. Currently, my ute gets approx 520-570kms from the standard tank, running in and around town, with the occasional play in the dirt. That being said, my Triton carries a lot of weight with the bullbar, siderails/steps, winch, canopy, bash plates, rear bullbar/towbar, ARB roof rack/cage, 33inch BF MT's and a family of 4 inside. Before the lift kit, side rails and muddies I was getting 700-750ish before warning light would appear
My aim/goal would be to achieve 950kms minimum from what ever tank I put on, running muddies and all the gear etc. I will ring around tomorrow and see what I can find and how much. Don't really have a budget in mind and would prefer quality over price.
Will be interesting to see what I come up with I guess. Wish me luck
I get the same mileage on an average tank as you.
A log ranger tank at 135l will give you the range you want. Unfortunately installing these tanks mean that the handbrake cable is exposed to damage, as it must be moved, and unless they have changed the design the tank bumps against the bottom of the cab causing noise. The last can be fixed by modifying the floor pan with a lump hammer
Don't ask how I know
The 125l tanks don't have these problems
I would never deal with jerry cans again after having a long range tank.
Sort of like never going back to ice after getting a fridge. you don't know how good they are till you use one