Is it possible to add an auxiliary fuel tank behind cab?

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  1. Frank Speak

    Frank Speak Road Train Member

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    Good luck getting those trucks anytime soon. Lol
     
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    Speed_Drums Road Train Member

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    Have you considered fueling in AZ?
     
  3. LoneRanger

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    prices on the 40 near cali is crazy. Until you start getting closer to NM is when it starts to go down.


    His best bet is to move batteries under the catwalk and order bigger tanks.
     
  4. MacLean

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    Would it be easier / possible to remove the DEF tank and relocate it and go with a bigger fuel tank?
     
  5. Hammer166

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    The ones I've seen just mount a standard tank in saddles anchored to the frame behind the sleeper. Those are already certified as fuel tanks and it's easy enough to rig up the lines and valves to gravity feed your main tanks. Or do like a lot of the pickup guys and use an electric fuel pump for transfer.
     
  6. c.w

    c.w Light Load Member

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    yes ,weight is ok
    yes,but at least we can out of 4 dollars area
    I m thinking about put a hand valve before T joint and always keep it close unless run out the fuel Underneath
     
  7. c.w

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    So where did them put the third one?
     
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    Thanks will check it,But that would be expensive.
     
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    I just thinking about put Rectangular tank Behind my cab,Then put a toolbox above it,Then use the frame to sustain the weight Instead of the tank
     
  10. flood

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    ever see a ARI sleeper truck....??