Long Range Fuel Tank

[DanW]

This looks interesting. It looks like it adds 15.8 gallons to the 3.6 JLUR. Anyone have one or has anyone had a look at one? I don't think I need one, but am just curious about it.

https://longrangeamerica.com/fact-sheets/tanks/LRAJWJLPAProductGuide8-10-19.pdf

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[OilBurnerHoldOut]

Interesting. Would be nice to see in mounted, and how it fits.

 

[TrailTorque]

Would be great for an overlander for sure

 

[Token]

2mm aluminized steel (5/64”).

going to need a skid plate.

 

[multicam]

Oh great, it’s for the four-door...

Probably the only thing my YJ did better than my JL is fuel capacity. 20 gallon tank vs. 17.5. The JL gets better fuel economy but not better enough to have longer range than my YJ. I could usually count on 340+ miles per tank vs. 280 ish in the JL.

 

[rustyshakelford]

We’re planning on installing one of the first ones in the country. It’s on its ride over from Australia. Plan to do a build thread on it.

Brett

 

[wibornz]

Oh great, it’s for the four-door...

Probably the only thing my YJ did better than my JL is fuel capacity. 20 gallon tank vs. 17.5. The JL gets better fuel economy but not better enough to have longer range than my YJ. I could usually count on 340+ miles per tank vs. 280 ish in the JL.

you are aware that the JL fuel capacity is 21 gallons. It just turns on the fuel light at 17 gallons so that we idiots have a 4 gallon reserve.

 

[wibornz]

We’re planning on installing one of the first ones in the country. It’s on its ride over from Australia. Plan to do a build thread on it.

Brett

I am interested in this. I pull a camper with my JLUR around the country and would love to not have to stop for fuel every couple hours or so.

 

[apb]

you are aware that the JL fuel capacity is 21 gallons. It just turns on the fuel light at 17 gallons so that we idiots have a 4 gallon reserve.

I believe he was talking about the 2 door's capacity.

 

[Rahneld]

My question is born of ignorance, not arrogance.

Clearly, having the additional tank capacity, once paid for and installed is more convenient than lugging Rotopaxs of gasoline and refueling from then when distant from a gas station.

And maybe, for the true offroader, who needs every piece of real estate on their rig possible to carry gear other than gasoline, this solution is worth it...

but these acknowledgements notwithstanding--and I realize everyone has differently priorities for their hard earned $--is this solution really worth it over a Rotopax or Jerry cans like solution and the hardware to hold them?

Restated, what market is this for? The professional customizer, the true offroader, etc.?

Thanks.

 

[fat_head]

My question is born of ignorance, not arrogance.

Clearly, having the additional tank capacity, once paid for and installed is more convenient than lugging Rotopaxs of gasoline and refueling from then when distant from a gas station.

And maybe, for the true offroader, who needs every piece of real estate on their rig possible to carry gear other than gasoline, this solution is worth it...

but these acknowledgements notwithstanding--and I realize everyone has differently priorities for their hard earned $--is this solution really worth it over a Rotopax or Jerry cans like solution and the hardware to hold them?

Restated, what market is this for? The professional customizer, the true offroader, etc.?

Thanks.

Roof rack is 1200.00 (to carry 4 Jerry cans)
(real) Jerry cans are 80.00 ea
I fab'd my own Jerry can holders and hardware but if I didn't expect to pay 3-500 for everything you need to mount them

So I'm in it already about 1700.00 to carry extra gas (among other things)

 

[Sheepjeep]

My question is born of ignorance, not arrogance.

Clearly, having the additional tank capacity, once paid for and installed is more convenient than lugging Rotopaxs of gasoline and refueling from then when distant from a gas station.

And maybe, for the true offroader, who needs every piece of real estate on their rig possible to carry gear other than gasoline, this solution is worth it...

but these acknowledgements notwithstanding--and I realize everyone has differently priorities for their hard earned $--is this solution really worth it over a Rotopax or Jerry cans like solution and the hardware to hold them?

Restated, what market is this for? The professional customizer, the true offroader, etc.?

Thanks.

The market would be people that live or spend a lot of time in remote areas, think Alaska residents or overland people. As for space it clears up a good amount it's is there same as about 3 Gerry cans can be used for water or other gear because it move the reserves tank to the bottom.

 

[Melny67]

Would love to see how much weight that would add.

 

[rustyshakelford]

My question is born of ignorance, not arrogance.

Clearly, having the additional tank capacity, once paid for and installed is more convenient than lugging Rotopaxs of gasoline and refueling from then when distant from a gas station.

And maybe, for the true offroader, who needs every piece of real estate on their rig possible to carry gear other than gasoline, this solution is worth it...

but these acknowledgements notwithstanding--and I realize everyone has differently priorities for their hard earned $--is this solution really worth it over a Rotopax or Jerry cans like solution and the hardware to hold them?

Restated, what market is this for? The professional customizer, the true offroader, etc.?

Thanks.

To me the reason is convenience. Its using the space the 2.0 has the battery placed. It’s basically just an extra tank that is filled off the factory filler neck and then has a transfer pump to refill the main tank. Pretty slick use of space and execution. The customer were installing on is an overland guy that’s taking a 3 month trip from Texas to the Arctic circle. He wanted the extra range in remote areas along with the ease to refill without messing with cans.

Brett

 

[Durango]

Not this mfr, but I have installed larger fuel tanks on earlier vehicles - nice to have the range, and to be able to buy fuel when you see it at a lower price vs. when you're running out. If you're concerned about weight, though, you need to account for carrying that extra amount of lbs.

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