60 series long range fuel tank-the search-

crawlin60 · 01-02-03, 10:45 AM

Looking for first hand info, comments, etc. on 40 gal. plus tanks and who has the best price. So far I've found that Aerotanks in Corona, CA has a 40 gal. replacement, price unknown (retooling until Jan 6th I was told by their answering service), also Long Range (imported by MAF) has a 40 gal. replacement priced $400 or so and last but not least, Opposite Lock (imported by SOR) has a 50 gal. replacement and a 20 gal. auxiliary, priced ~$800 and $??.00 for the other

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ledge · 01-02-03, 11:02 AM

For those prises I would think that you could get one custom made by a local who new what they where doing. Just a thought, but if you could find one it would give you more options on tank placement.
Ledge

Mavric1298 · 01-02-03, 11:38 AM

What type of shop should i look for to find out more about a custom one?

woody · 01-02-03, 12:27 PM

check local radiator shops, boat shops, and antique car shops for custom tanks.

Radd Cruisers · 01-02-03, 06:57 PM

A thread started awhile ago on the long range tanks lead me to price out a custom built unit. I found a guy who would build me a stainless tank for less money than the opposite lock tanks including the two saddle tanks. The tank including all tig welding would cost me 580.00, all stainless.
After working in a ship building company for a few years and watching the fabricators build oil tanks, I realized there was far less if any leaks with the tig. The wire feed left lots of purosity and they leak tested and repaired almost every tank.

pismojim · 01-02-03, 09:38 PM

I have the Long Ranger tank from MAF. It's great and it's one of my favorite mods. I can temporarily pretend to get good gas mileage and actually drive past a gas station without stopping.

It's holding up very well after five years. Install is a simple bolt in and the factory guage works perfectly throughout the entire range using the supplied extension in the tank. Comes with all the hoses for the vents and emissions.

My only gripe was that it is a 150 Litre tank which isn't 40 gallons. The most I have put in is 38 gallons. A minor point, but it bugged me that MAF continued to advertise as a 42 gallon tank after I called them and wrote a letter.

You may want to upgrade your suspension if you haven't already, you'll be a heavy tanker when it's full.

Radd Cruisers · 01-03-03, 04:21 PM

Looks great.
I was thinkin along the same design with the drain up towards the axle out of harms way. We were also thinkin of having the tank angle down toward the rear axle, this would give us a few more gallons and not get in the way. Also if the side auxillery tanks were added up between the frame and body, would it be best to have a seperate valve or just have them set a little higher than the main and gravity feed. All three tanks would empty at the same rate. Only bad thing is there is no back up. With that much fuel on board who would need a back up. We figure there should be around 65 gallons of diesel for a cruising range of around 1200 miles. We would normally get around 1400 miles but the truck will be outfitted quite heavily and running 38.7inch tires.

mep1811 · 01-11-03, 08:24 AM

I have the MAF 40 gallon tank. I love it. It was an easy bolt in job. It does take 40 gallons when you run it dry.
Now to sell the stock one.

Mike El Paso, TLCA 8009
1985 FJ-60, OME HD, Rare STOUT bumpers,sliders,roof rack, 40 gallon tank and
M-416 trailer.
My trailer http://www.webphotos.com/list_photos...&smi=1&a=83474
My FJ-60
http://www.webphotos.com/list_photos...&smi=1&a=76026
Peru
http://www.webphotos.com/list_photos...&smi=1&a=79035
Bolivia
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crawlin60 · 01-29-03, 08:21 AM

I finally got through to Aerotanks in Corona, CA and the lady that took the call explained that they dropped all the pn# for Toyota vehicles because of low sales. It seems she pays liability insurance for each gas tank they make, and the ones for 'cruisers weren't selling :(. She said the selling price was $418.00 for the 40 gal. pn#1328. So, like Jim and Mike have already said the LongRange seems to be the tank to get.

GLTHFJ60 · 04-20-05, 08:37 AM

Pismojim,

Can you give me a website for your 50 gal. tank? I cannot find it.

Thank you

GLTHFJ60 · 04-20-05, 08:39 AM

What type of gas mileage are you guys getting with all of these mods?

Reedo311 · 04-20-05, 08:55 AM

I am also looking a getting a long range tank, one question though. Will I need to get some heavier duty rear springs with all the added weight when it is full?

Reedo311 · 04-20-05, 09:00 AM

P.S. I am thinking about making a rear swing out bumper to house spare tire too.

Mike S · 04-20-05, 11:14 AM

SOR is now importing the Opposite Lock tank? I exchanged e-mail with the Opposite Lock guys las Summer, and they wanted like $900 and shipping from Australia. Ouch.

I have a very good fabricator (he made my trailer) and planned on checking him to see if he would build me a 50 gallon tank from stainless or aluminum. I expect the price to be $400 to $500.

M

cruiser_guy · 04-20-05, 11:40 AM

Does anyone have drawings in an e-mailable format? I need a new tank as well (my OEM tank has been patched several times). I'd like to price one out down here in Guatemala but I need something to work from. If I bring my truck in the price will triple because of the gringo driver (me) and the gringo plates!

sandcruiser · 04-20-05, 12:27 PM

I really like the idea of an additional tank more than a long-range tank... always prefer to add things vs. replace things, AND I want to switch over to veggie oil, so two tanks has other advantages.

Anyone have pictures/diagram of spare fuel tanks installed in a 60 series? Seems that there is lots of room above/in front of the rear axle, and also along the frame rails.

esh · 04-20-05, 01:53 PM

Mike, what's the price if he makes 2?

Was leaning toward the Opposite Lock biggy, but if something can be made for half the price (and they figure out all the gotchas).... i'm game.

Mike S · 04-20-05, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eshelbyk

Mike, what's the price if he makes 2?

Was leaning toward the Opposite Lock biggy, but if something can be made for half the price (and they figure out all the gotchas).... i'm game.

Ken, I don't know. If he makes two at once, there has to be some savings, I would think. I will check with him and post if I learn something...

M

esh · 04-20-05, 06:02 PM

Thanks! Subscribing to this thread

Tinker · 04-20-05, 06:17 PM

Anyone running or thinking of running a fuel cell?

TOY350 · 04-20-05, 11:43 PM

I know that 82-SOA-60 is running a long range fuel tank but his gauge doesn't register, probably just a messed up sending unit. He told me he was willing to trade for a stock tank in good condition. He is in Grants Pass, OR and might be willing to make a trade if no shipping is involved. PM him, I would call him but it's too late right now.

HZJ60 Guy · 04-21-05, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike S

SOR is now importing the Opposite Lock tank? I exchanged e-mail with the Opposite Lock guys las Summer, and they wanted like $900 and shipping from Australia. Ouch.

I have a very good fabricator (he made my trailer) and planned on checking him to see if he would build me a 50 gallon tank from stainless or aluminum. I expect the price to be $400 to $500.

M

900.00 PLUS shipping?

That sir is robbery! I paid 550.00 (US) pluss 300.00 shipping.

Total LESS than 900.00.

BS man.

TB

Exiled · 04-21-05, 06:08 AM

Not to defend Specter, but the US dollar is pretty weak vs. the Aussie dollar, so everything coming out of Oz is going to be more expensive.

I just bought the 38-gallon tank that Manafre sells, Jim Brantley has been running that for 5+ years and he's been very happy with it. I'm anticipating having to do something about the rear springs, but I want to wait until all the mods are done first.

I also have some experience with the Opposite Lock auxiliary tank for the 60 series, which mounts to the driver's side (passenger side for you RHD fellows) framerail and gravity feeds into the main tank. It's 18 gallons and you have to get the y-split fuel filler neck, I'm not 100% sure it comes with the tank. This tank is almost as expensive as a replacement long range tank, probably only worth it if you are serious about long-range expeditions. With a diesel engine you'd be looking at about 1,700 mile range (cross the US with just one refill!) and some *SERIOUS* sticker shock (over $155 at my local diesel prices) when you fill it up.

Still, safer and easier than carrying jerry cans, I'm looking forward to leaving those behind.

calfj60 · 04-21-05, 09:25 AM

I have wanted a long range tank for years so I am just joining to see what else is out there...thanks ..

Henry how far in advance did you have to order your tank from MAF to actually get one?? Thanks

RredFJ40 · 04-21-05, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike S

Ken, I don't know. If he makes two at once, there has to be some savings, I would think. I will check with him and post if I learn something...

M

How about a group buy? I might be in for one. And I'm in Oregon with Ken

Mike S · 04-21-05, 10:08 AM

I will call him this evening and see if he can tell me if he can do it, and what the cost might be.

M

soggy60 · 04-21-05, 10:20 AM

Group buy, eh . . .

ummmm, maybe Aerotanks would do a production run if they had a number of hard commitments ( i.e., group buy)

calfj60 · 04-21-05, 11:04 AM

ok I am in....I want a tank....

01-02-03, 11:02 AM	#2
ledge IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 106	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- For those prises I would think that you could get one custom made by a local who new what they where doing. Just a thought, but if you could find one it would give you more options on tank placement. Ledge

01-02-03, 11:38 AM	#3
Mavric1298 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 218	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- What type of shop should i look for to find out more about a custom one?

01-02-03, 12:27 PM	#4
woody Admin Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Appleton, WI TLCA# 1548 Posts: 9,444 Blog Entries: 1	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- check local radiator shops, boat shops, and antique car shops for custom tanks.

01-02-03, 06:57 PM	#5
Radd Cruisers IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Vancouver Island BC Canada Posts: 3,667	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- A thread started awhile ago on the long range tanks lead me to price out a custom built unit. I found a guy who would build me a stainless tank for less money than the opposite lock tanks including the two saddle tanks. The tank including all tig welding would cost me 580.00, all stainless. After working in a ship building company for a few years and watching the fabricators build oil tanks, I realized there was far less if any leaks with the tig. The wire feed left lots of purosity and they leak tested and repaired almost every tank.

01-02-03, 09:38 PM	#6
pismojim IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Oct 2002 TLCA# 6433 Posts: 714	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- I have the Long Ranger tank from MAF. It's great and it's one of my favorite mods. I can temporarily pretend to get good gas mileage and actually drive past a gas station without stopping. It's holding up very well after five years. Install is a simple bolt in and the factory guage works perfectly throughout the entire range using the supplied extension in the tank. Comes with all the hoses for the vents and emissions. My only gripe was that it is a 150 Litre tank which isn't 40 gallons. The most I have put in is 38 gallons. A minor point, but it bugged me that MAF continued to advertise as a 42 gallon tank after I called them and wrote a letter. You may want to upgrade your suspension if you haven't already, you'll be a heavy tanker when it's full.

01-02-03, 10:45 AM	#1
crawlin60 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 136	60 series long range fuel tank-the search- Looking for first hand info, comments, etc. on 40 gal. plus tanks and who has the best price. So far I've found that Aerotanks in Corona, CA has a 40 gal. replacement, price unknown (retooling until Jan 6th I was told by their answering service), also Long Range (imported by MAF) has a 40 gal. replacement priced $400 or so and last but not least, Opposite Lock (imported by SOR) has a 50 gal. replacement and a 20 gal. auxiliary, priced ~$800 and $??.00 for the other .

01-03-03, 04:21 PM	#7
Radd Cruisers IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Vancouver Island BC Canada Posts: 3,667	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- Looks great. I was thinkin along the same design with the drain up towards the axle out of harms way. We were also thinkin of having the tank angle down toward the rear axle, this would give us a few more gallons and not get in the way. Also if the side auxillery tanks were added up between the frame and body, would it be best to have a seperate valve or just have them set a little higher than the main and gravity feed. All three tanks would empty at the same rate. Only bad thing is there is no back up. With that much fuel on board who would need a back up. We figure there should be around 65 gallons of diesel for a cruising range of around 1200 miles. We would normally get around 1400 miles but the truck will be outfitted quite heavily and running 38.7inch tires.

01-11-03, 08:24 AM	#8
mep1811 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 359	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- I have the MAF 40 gallon tank. I love it. It was an easy bolt in job. It does take 40 gallons when you run it dry. Now to sell the stock one. Mike El Paso, TLCA 8009 1985 FJ-60, OME HD, Rare STOUT bumpers,sliders,roof rack, 40 gallon tank and M-416 trailer. My trailer http://www.webphotos.com/list_photos...&smi=1&a=83474 My FJ-60 http://www.webphotos.com/list_photos...&smi=1&a=76026 Peru http://www.webphotos.com/list_photos...&smi=1&a=79035 Bolivia http://www.webphotos.com/list_photos...&smi=1&a=76918

01-29-03, 08:21 AM	#9
crawlin60 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 136	Re: 60 series long range fuel tank-the search- I finally got through to Aerotanks in Corona, CA and the lady that took the call explained that they dropped all the pn# for Toyota vehicles because of low sales. It seems she pays liability insurance for each gas tank they make, and the ones for 'cruisers weren't selling :(. She said the selling price was $418.00 for the 40 gal. pn#1328. So, like Jim and Mike have already said the LongRange seems to be the tank to get.

04-20-05, 08:55 AM	#12
Reedo311 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 77	I am also looking a getting a long range tank, one question though. Will I need to get some heavier duty rear springs with all the added weight when it is full? __________________ 1971 FJ40 1972 FJ40 Factory Soft Top 1983 FJ60

04-20-05, 09:00 AM	#13
Reedo311 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 77	P.S. I am thinking about making a rear swing out bumper to house spare tire too. __________________ 1971 FJ40 1972 FJ40 Factory Soft Top 1983 FJ60

04-20-05, 11:14 AM	#14
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,513	SOR is now importing the Opposite Lock tank? I exchanged e-mail with the Opposite Lock guys las Summer, and they wanted like $900 and shipping from Australia. Ouch. I have a very good fabricator (he made my trailer) and planned on checking him to see if he would build me a 50 gallon tank from stainless or aluminum. I expect the price to be $400 to $500. M __________________ '96 FZJ80, locked, Hanna sliders, ARB bumper, Kaymar rear with spare carrier, 45 gallon Longranger aux fuel tank, OBA, Hella 4000's, OME lift, 285/75/R16 Revos & AutoHome Maggiolina rooftop tent, etc. Custom Cruiser trailer with OverLand tent www.AutoHomeUS.com TLCA Member #14874

04-20-05, 11:40 AM	#15
cruiser_guy IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Mixco, Guatemala/Cranbrook & Vancouver, B.C., Canada TLCA# 16387 Posts: 6,747	Does anyone have drawings in an e-mailable format? I need a new tank as well (my OEM tank has been patched several times). I'd like to price one out down here in Guatemala but I need something to work from. If I bring my truck in the price will triple because of the gringo driver (me) and the gringo plates! __________________ '82 BJ60 H55 tranny, AXT turbo 3B diesel, high nickel alloy head, A/C, BDS lift, factory PTO, Aussie rear locker, OEM LSD front, 4:11's, 32's, PERFECT frame! '76 FJ55, 3B turbo, alloy head, H41 tranny, 3 sp. transfer, 33's, A/C, PTO winch, long range tank! '67 FJ45LV shop project c/w 3B turbo diesel transplant & H41 4 speed, 3 speed transfer, PTO! www.wirrell.com

04-20-05, 12:27 PM	#16
sandcruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Posts: 1,832	I really like the idea of an additional tank more than a long-range tank... always prefer to add things vs. replace things, AND I want to switch over to veggie oil, so two tanks has other advantages. Anyone have pictures/diagram of spare fuel tanks installed in a 60 series? Seems that there is lots of room above/in front of the rear axle, and also along the frame rails. __________________ 91 fj80 w/ 93 1HD-T. OME 850/860 w/ 1" front spacer, LEDs, HIRs, Hankook MT's 31x10.50r15, Tuffy center, ARB rear locker (in progress), in garage: lightforce lights, full rack, superwinch X9, maggiolina tent, hella horns. WTB: Tan DS mirror & housing '88 HJ60, "Louie" For Sale in Costa Rica.

04-20-05, 01:53 PM	#17
esh IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Oregon TLCA# 4408 Posts: 826	Mike, what's the price if he makes 2? Was leaning toward the Opposite Lock biggy, but if something can be made for half the price (and they figure out all the gotchas).... i'm game. __________________ Ken, Cascade Cruisers '64 FJ40, '66 FJ45, '79 FJ40, '81 BJ42, '82 BJ42, '85 xcab, '89 FJ62 Steens Photography, LLC

04-20-05, 06:02 PM	#19
esh IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Oregon TLCA# 4408 Posts: 826	Thanks! Subscribing to this thread __________________ Ken, Cascade Cruisers '64 FJ40, '66 FJ45, '79 FJ40, '81 BJ42, '82 BJ42, '85 xcab, '89 FJ62 Steens Photography, LLC

04-20-05, 06:17 PM	#20
Tinker IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Larkspur, CO Posts: 2,175	Anyone running or thinking of running a fuel cell?

04-21-05, 06:08 AM	#23
Exiled Not even a web wheeler Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Round Rock, TX TLCA# 4080 Posts: 1,415	Not to defend Specter, but the US dollar is pretty weak vs. the Aussie dollar, so everything coming out of Oz is going to be more expensive. I just bought the 38-gallon tank that Manafre sells, Jim Brantley has been running that for 5+ years and he's been very happy with it. I'm anticipating having to do something about the rear springs, but I want to wait until all the mods are done first. I also have some experience with the Opposite Lock auxiliary tank for the 60 series, which mounts to the driver's side (passenger side for you RHD fellows) framerail and gravity feeds into the main tank. It's 18 gallons and you have to get the y-split fuel filler neck, I'm not 100% sure it comes with the tank. This tank is almost as expensive as a replacement long range tank, probably only worth it if you are serious about long-range expeditions. With a diesel engine you'd be looking at about 1,700 mile range (cross the US with just one refill!) and some SERIOUS sticker shock (over $155 at my local diesel prices) when you fill it up. Still, safer and easier than carrying jerry cans, I'm looking forward to leaving those behind.

04-21-05, 09:25 AM	#24
calfj60 Wagon Owner Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Closer to LAX than the Beach Posts: 1,172	I have wanted a long range tank for years so I am just joining to see what else is out there...thanks .. Henry how far in advance did you have to order your tank from MAF to actually get one?? Thanks __________________ Tim Coffey 87 FJ60 SBC 350 SOA and some other stuff SOLD 5-15-07 94 80 with some stuff New to me 04-28-08 05 Subaru WRX TLCA # 6947 Parts and Carb Rebuilds http://www.marksoffroad.net

04-21-05, 10:08 AM	#26
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,513	I will call him this evening and see if he can tell me if he can do it, and what the cost might be. M __________________ '96 FZJ80, locked, Hanna sliders, ARB bumper, Kaymar rear with spare carrier, 45 gallon Longranger aux fuel tank, OBA, Hella 4000's, OME lift, 285/75/R16 Revos & AutoHome Maggiolina rooftop tent, etc. Custom Cruiser trailer with OverLand tent www.AutoHomeUS.com TLCA Member #14874

04-21-05, 10:20 AM	#27
soggy60 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 693	Group buy, eh . . . ummmm, maybe Aerotanks would do a production run if they had a number of hard commitments ( i.e., group buy) __________________ Nov 85 FJ60

04-21-05, 11:04 AM	#28
calfj60 Wagon Owner Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Closer to LAX than the Beach Posts: 1,172	ok I am in....I want a tank.... __________________ Tim Coffey 87 FJ60 SBC 350 SOA and some other stuff SOLD 5-15-07 94 80 with some stuff New to me 04-28-08 05 Subaru WRX TLCA # 6947 Parts and Carb Rebuilds http://www.marksoffroad.net