NOT YET, BUT SOON
Cruiser Brothers is North American agent for both Long Range Automotive and Kaymar. We have adapted a range of Australian tanks in conjunction with LRA and returned Friday night from our annual pilgrimage to Lilydale (Melbourne) to visit both firms. As a business issue and as the owner of a 2013 GX, the development of an auxiliary tank for our vehicles (5G 4Runners as well) is a priority. We have done so for the Prado 120-based GX and 4Runners and that kit is in production. We are currently in the process of doing the same for the 150 family, it is just going to take some time as we are seeking to accommodate KDSS (not so on the 470/4Runner kit).
Not a sales pitch, but a "heads up" for those considering the DIY approach using new or used sub tanks from the other side. We have seen many such projects started, but few finished for the later rigs. 21st Century emission and smog systems on GX and 200 Series are way different than a 40, 60 or 80 Series. Our tank kits are designed to work with US emissions and they do that as built. We do not see error codes or check engine lights resulting from the correct installation of our kits. They pass smog as well.
LRA is currently scheduling a Prado 150 with KDSS to be in their shop in Lilydale for assessment, measurements, mock ups, etc. Following that, we will receive a template in USA for modification at Valley Hybrids (Cruiser Brothers GM/owner Georg Esterer's crew) to fit/cut/measure and photograph. Then we send the data back to Australia and LRA Engineering puts it in CAD, cuts us a prototype and United Air Cargo delivers us a tank for our first install.
Yes, it will take a while. And yes, it will be more expensive (maybe) than buying new or used components and then figuring it out. The good news is that it will work. We have made a lot of mistakes along the way and are actually pretty good at this stuff - following in LRA's giant footsteps with an American spin.
No, we do not know what the exact capacity will be due to constraints of clearance for the KDSS gear. Likely it will be between 24 and 30 gallons - TBD.
If you are interested in an auxiliary tank for your GX 460, there are three things you can do:
Questions/comments/suggestions welcome - Ward Harris, 209-636-0831, ward@longrangeamerica.com
Cruiser Brothers is North American agent for both Long Range Automotive and Kaymar. We have adapted a range of Australian tanks in conjunction with LRA and returned Friday night from our annual pilgrimage to Lilydale (Melbourne) to visit both firms. As a business issue and as the owner of a 2013 GX, the development of an auxiliary tank for our vehicles (5G 4Runners as well) is a priority. We have done so for the Prado 120-based GX and 4Runners and that kit is in production. We are currently in the process of doing the same for the 150 family, it is just going to take some time as we are seeking to accommodate KDSS (not so on the 470/4Runner kit).
Not a sales pitch, but a "heads up" for those considering the DIY approach using new or used sub tanks from the other side. We have seen many such projects started, but few finished for the later rigs. 21st Century emission and smog systems on GX and 200 Series are way different than a 40, 60 or 80 Series. Our tank kits are designed to work with US emissions and they do that as built. We do not see error codes or check engine lights resulting from the correct installation of our kits. They pass smog as well.
LRA is currently scheduling a Prado 150 with KDSS to be in their shop in Lilydale for assessment, measurements, mock ups, etc. Following that, we will receive a template in USA for modification at Valley Hybrids (Cruiser Brothers GM/owner Georg Esterer's crew) to fit/cut/measure and photograph. Then we send the data back to Australia and LRA Engineering puts it in CAD, cuts us a prototype and United Air Cargo delivers us a tank for our first install.
Yes, it will take a while. And yes, it will be more expensive (maybe) than buying new or used components and then figuring it out. The good news is that it will work. We have made a lot of mistakes along the way and are actually pretty good at this stuff - following in LRA's giant footsteps with an American spin.
No, we do not know what the exact capacity will be due to constraints of clearance for the KDSS gear. Likely it will be between 24 and 30 gallons - TBD.
If you are interested in an auxiliary tank for your GX 460, there are three things you can do:
- Get on the GX wait list by sending an email to ward@longrangeamerica.com. Provide your name (first/last), billing address, phone and (or course) email. We will add you to the list and provide updates on progress.
- Figure out what you are going to do for a spare tire mount, since the tank will replace the tire in stock location.
- If you like the Kaymar rear bar/carrier system (see attachment) then consider ordering now. We are starting to ramp up inventory but will be on pre-paid order basis with monthly arrivals by sea freight/container. Kit price is $2,995 with dual carriers, lights, etc. plus motor freight from Stockton, CA.
Questions/comments/suggestions welcome - Ward Harris, 209-636-0831, ward@longrangeamerica.com
