Transfer tanks

Bobplouhar0@gmail.com · 06-26-2021, 04:11 AM

What type auxiliary transfer tanks are being used, looking for a under tounel cover gravity fed aux tank

porthole · 06-26-2021, 07:55 AM

Depends on the cover.
I had a roller cover in my last truck so the biggest tank I could use was a 45 gallon RDS tank.

If I can get one delivered without being damaged I will be using a 60 gallon tank with an integrated tool box on top for my next tank.

Once that tank is installed and I figure out my transfer solution to the RV (diesel generator) I’ll pick a cover that allows the best use.

Cummins12V98 · 06-26-2021, 10:36 AM

Personally I would never want to loose bed space.

If adding fuel capacity I would highly advise the TITAN 55 gallon replacement tank. Until I decide to do the TITAN I simply carry a (modified) 5 in my bed height 30" front to back tool box.

GTM · 06-26-2021, 10:56 AM

I have been using a Fuel box transfer tank. www.thefuelbox.com. Have had it about a year. I like having the extra 50 gallons of fuel plus locking storage.

porthole · 06-26-2021, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Cummins12V98

If adding fuel capacity I would highly advise the TITAN

I also had a Titan 65 in the last truck, the factory tank then was 37. The Titan was a great addition. Then I added the 45 bed tank.

My new truck has a 48 factory so the Titan has less value for the upgrade.

Notanlines · 06-26-2021, 03:34 PM

No reason to go to a Titan at $1500 to gain 7 gallons. We have used the RDS 45 gallon with the diesel connection kit on four different diesels. All without a flaw. Here's a place to start. http://www.rdsaluminum.com/auto-auxiliary.html

Cummins12V98 · 06-26-2021, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by porthole

I also had a Titan 65 in the last truck, the factory tank then was 37. The Titan was a great addition. Then I added the 45 bed tank.

My new truck has a 48 factory so the Titan has less value for the upgrade.

I think RAM offers a 50 now. If I had that I would not consider adding any more.

Cummins12V98 · 06-26-2021, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Notanlines

No reason to go to a Titan at $1500 to gain 7 gallons. We have used the RDS 45 gallon with the diesel connection kit on four different diesels. All without a flaw. Here's a place to start. http://www.rdsaluminum.com/auto-auxiliary.html

55-32=23 gallons, well worth it to me over any other method of storage besides my trusty 5.

anijet · 06-27-2021, 10:32 AM

I have had three Transfer Flow but they got too expensive. Current truck has a Fuel Box approx. 55 gal. Plan to do the same with the next truck.

GTM · 06-27-2021, 11:54 AM

Same fuel box I have. Except I went black. Did you go with the plug and play fuel system?

anijet · 06-27-2021, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by GTM

Same fuel box I have. Except I went black. Did you go with the plug and play fuel system?

I did. Since I'm only 25 miles from them it makes it easy instead of 200 miles to Transfer Flow. Price was (don't know currently) much better and I don't notice any difference in quality.

GTM · 06-27-2021, 01:24 PM

I have the plug and play also. It works it's just sometimes it transfers when it feels like it not at just a certain level. But it does work.

**wingnut60** · 07-01-2021, 10:40 PM

KSH in Lake Havasu built me a tank that fit under the canister of the Retrax cover on my '17 450. 48 + 50 gallons was a huge factor in being able to shop fuel prices. It transferred by elec pump controlled off #1 upfitter switch.

Joezilla948 · 07-05-2021, 04:16 PM

I just had installed the Titan 55 gallon in bed tank with the pushbutton control on my lower dash. I have had the Transfer Flow and the ATTA computer controlled solutions on different past trucks. I really like having the ability to transfer fuel when I want. I have it connected to my Auxiliary Switch #1. It was $1300 installed. 55+48 makes 103ish gallons of fuel. I love it.

Joe

CHAPS2018 · 07-05-2021, 04:59 PM

I installed the RDS 33 gal. $630 with the gravity feed kit. Great solution that addresses my apprehension about getting fuel on travel days.

Falcon · 07-05-2021, 10:28 PM

Like the OP, I'm looking for a tank that will fit under my rolling tonneau cover. I fill up and pull away from the pump and immediately start looking for the next fuel stop. I'm lucky to get 200 miles. I have about 60" width without crowding it for plumbing. I'm restricted to 18" height, and that includes any filler cap or anything else sticking up like a pump. And I can only have about 20" front to back because of my hitch base. I have scoured the internet and found nothing that will fit. Any one know where us RVers can get one manufactured to specific dimensions?

razahoryin@att.net · 07-05-2021, 11:17 PM

I have to second KSH out of lake Havasu
60 gal custom fit under my American truck cover
Roll top.. canister…it provides amazing flexibility
Mine was under $1000 and all custom

Notanlines · 07-06-2021, 06:57 AM

Here's a good start along with Joe's suggestion: https://www.tanksinc.com/

GTM · 07-06-2021, 10:36 AM

https://thefuelbox.com/product/ft50-50-gal/

Falcon · 07-06-2021, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Notanlines

Here's a good start along with Joe's suggestion: https://www.tanksinc.com/

These all look like they are factory replacement tanks for restorations and similar work. The newest tank I found was 1991, mostly for vintage autos.