4runner Auxiliary Tank
Posted: Thu Oct 02, 2003 11:13 am
I have gotten rid of my underfloor spare wheel and want to fit an Aux
Fuel tank to the space.I have had a quote of $1500.00 for an aftermarket tank but would prefer to "bodge " something up myself if possible.
This is how I want everything set up:
Dual tanks.Keeping the stock tank in situ as the auxiliary.
New tank(from wrecker) 60-100ltr as the primary tank.
Switchable on dash,using stock fuel guage for both.Electric fuel solenoid similar set up to a FJ80 cruiser?
At some point in the system I will need an electric fuel pump to feed a 1JZ-GTE turbo fuel system.
Plumbing...anything I should keep in mind re:breathers,returns,non-return valves etc...
Some things to consider...How do I fill them both-two fillers side by side?
One filler split under body?
Has anyone here done this before?
Anyone have any pointers?Links to others who have performed a similar"Bodge"?
I have tested my rear suspension with 175 ltr s of water in the rear.No problems as the rear springs are HD aftermarket jobbies.(175 ltrs as with the Surf swingawy wheel carrier+wheel+100kgs water=approx 175 kg)
I need to get all this soughted before my engine transplant for exhaust reasons.
Any help or links would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Westie
Fuel tank to the space.I have had a quote of $1500.00 for an aftermarket tank but would prefer to "bodge " something up myself if possible.
This is how I want everything set up:
Dual tanks.Keeping the stock tank in situ as the auxiliary.
New tank(from wrecker) 60-100ltr as the primary tank.
Switchable on dash,using stock fuel guage for both.Electric fuel solenoid similar set up to a FJ80 cruiser?
At some point in the system I will need an electric fuel pump to feed a 1JZ-GTE turbo fuel system.
Plumbing...anything I should keep in mind re:breathers,returns,non-return valves etc...
Some things to consider...How do I fill them both-two fillers side by side?
One filler split under body?
Has anyone here done this before?
Anyone have any pointers?Links to others who have performed a similar"Bodge"?
I have tested my rear suspension with 175 ltr s of water in the rear.No problems as the rear springs are HD aftermarket jobbies.(175 ltrs as with the Surf swingawy wheel carrier+wheel+100kgs water=approx 175 kg)
I need to get all this soughted before my engine transplant for exhaust reasons.
Any help or links would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Westie