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11-02-2018, 06:17 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Dover
Posts: 48
M.O.C. #9285
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Should I add transfer tank with factory 34 gal
Hi All,
I've been considering a fuel transfer tank in addition to my factory 34 gallon tank. I was wondering how many people that have a similar size factory tank have opted one way or the other. I'm on the fence considering that I'd have to stop to transfer fuel, so why not just buy some. Lot's of pros and cons either way, cost being one of them.
Thanx - Dean
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11-02-2018, 06:36 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: merced
Posts: 983
M.O.C. #6171
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I have a 30 gal in bed, takes up 8". Have had for 12 years and have move between three trucks. At this point I have three friends that I travel with do the same thing after traveling with me. It just make life easier.
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11-02-2018, 06:59 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Oro Valley
Posts: 3,932
M.O.C. #20477
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I replaced my stock tank with a larger Titan tank. It's great to have a little more fuel on board.
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2018 3160RL
"Life is too short to stay indoors, enjoy the ride!"
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11-28-2018, 07:47 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Anaheim Hills, CA
Posts: 161
M.O.C. #17873
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AZ Traveler
I replaced my stock tank with a larger Titan tank. It's great to have a little more fuel on board.
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I did the same and this is the 2nd truck I did that too and the new truck is a long bed so I ended up with 62 gallons, I didn't want to give up space in my truck bed.
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11-02-2018, 07:07 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Gaston
Posts: 8,773
M.O.C. #12156
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We have done fine with our stock tanks and have not felt the need for an auxillery. But if you feel the need, go for it.
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2002 3655 FL, 2005 3650RK
2010 3665RE, 2015 3910FB
F350 crew cab dually 6.7
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11-02-2018, 08:30 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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If you live in an area of high fuel cost and you can find a deal from time to time then the extra tank would have value for me. We've full timed for 8 years now with the standard 31 gallon dodge tank and have never had an issue. My bladder is only good for half a tank so I'm stopping anyway. I also don't want that much weight I don't need.
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2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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11-02-2018, 09:03 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Tacoma
Posts: 1,567
M.O.C. #20475
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I have the same problem as DQDick with having to stop!
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2017 HC HM352RL 2018 Dodge 3500 laramie CC LB 4x4
Curt Q25 with puck system, Factory air bags
Happy Trails 
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11-03-2018, 06:51 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: home base IL, OTR anywhere
Posts: 533
M.O.C. #19382
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BuilderBob
I have the same problem as DQDick with having to stop!
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That would depend on where you are traveling. in the lower 48, you'll probably never have an issue finding a place to refill so the bladder issue is not really relevant. But if you travel to Alaska carrying more fuel could well be the priority issue. Just sayin'.
I've investigated the Titan fuel tank swap for a RAM 3500HD DRW (our probable TV based on our research)... looks like a promising alternative. 55 gals(about 50 usable) vs 32 in the stock tank. Price competitive. More bed space is a plus.
As has already been said, if you have the budget for it and the need for your application, it seems worthwhile. FWIW.
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11-03-2018, 03:04 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Grand Rapids
Posts: 1,896
M.O.C. #9561
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titan is the way to go. about $2000 installed. if you the money, why not
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11-03-2018, 04:08 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Bastrop
Posts: 2,892
M.O.C. #20753
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I have a 48 gallon stock tank. Aux/transfer tank with electric valve wired to uplifter switch is on wish list. DW is good for 1.5 -3 hours. Added range would give greater choice on where I would have to stop.
Now we were retired and travel at a more leisure pace it would move down on the list.
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2018 Ford F-350 Lariat CCLB PSD DRW KJ5CQH
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11-03-2018, 05:25 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Upstate NY
Posts: 1,788
M.O.C. #14547
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Adding an aux fuek tank may put your TV over that dratted yellow 'B' pillar sticker max weight. I tow a wee bit over that sticker now. Adding a second tank would put me way over (diesel weighs almost 7 lb/gallon)
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2014 Montana High Country 343RL (Sold!)
2011 Ford 6.7 Lariat CCLB (Went to PU Heaven)
2019 F150SC XLT SE Sport,w/full tow package
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11-03-2018, 05:31 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Bastrop
Posts: 2,892
M.O.C. #20753
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2019 20th Anniversary Edition 3701LK
B&W 20K for Ford OEM Puck
2018 Ford F-350 Lariat CCLB PSD DRW KJ5CQH
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11-03-2018, 05:59 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Arlington
Posts: 1,522
M.O.C. #18081
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We started our FT chapter yesterday. I replaced the stock Ram 30 gal tank with a Titan 60 gal tank this past August. I am really happy with the increased range. Wish I had swapped out tanks much earlier.
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2015 Volvo VNL780 D13, iShift, 32k ET air hitch, Idle Free LiFePO4 APU
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11-03-2018, 06:48 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Upstate NY
Posts: 1,788
M.O.C. #14547
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jeffba
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Only in my dreams - wont fit in my garage
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2014 Montana High Country 343RL (Sold!)
2011 Ford 6.7 Lariat CCLB (Went to PU Heaven)
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11-11-2018, 07:21 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Las Cruces
Posts: 44
M.O.C. #22763
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Well, at least a 1 ton SRW would do - that sticker is a mythical number. Only applies to the truck as it rolls off the assembly line. 
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11-28-2018, 07:37 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: No Town
Posts: 432
M.O.C. #19482
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Same with us. I carry an extra 5 gals.
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11-03-2018, 05:26 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Traverse City
Posts: 149
M.O.C. #15913
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I have 60 gallon in bed tank with electric pump and nozzle. e stop at rest areas as needed and I fill the truck tank there. Get too your destination and refill all tanks and ready for the next day.
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11-03-2018, 08:04 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Kville
Posts: 2,865
M.O.C. #7871
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I swapped my OEM tank for a 70 gallon tank from Transfer Flow...didn't lose any bed space and it uses all the OEM gauges.
https://www.transferflow.com/
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11-03-2018, 08:12 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: North Ridgeville
Posts: 20,229
M.O.C. #2839
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We are in no hurry and distance traveled is not a issue. We stop every 200/250 miles and stretch and fuel.We have not had a problem anywhere since 2006. If you feel you want or need one get it.
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11-03-2018, 09:29 AM
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Established Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Dover
Posts: 48
M.O.C. #9285
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Thanx for all the replies.
I think experience will be "my" best teacher. Weight is an issue along with cost. I to have to stop every two or three hours for the dogs and stretch my legs. I had a blood clot a while back from sitting way too long. I like the idea of having enough reserve to pick my fuel stops, but there has to be a trade off. A spare 5 gal can for now
Thanx again
Dean
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