- Part Number: TR52P
- Model Fitment: All 100-Series IFS Models
- Fuel Type: Petrol (Kit supplied with carbon canister)
- LongRanger Capacity: 182 Litres (277L total capacity when combined with the OEM 95lt front main tank)
- Fitting Location: Replaces Replaces OEM Rear 46lt Sub Tank
- Exhaust Modifications: None
- Other Modifications: Spare Wheel Must Be Relocated. Tank Fits With Hayman Reese, Kaymar, TJM & O/E Towbars. Does Not Fit With Towbars Mounted To Spare Wheel Cross Member. Heavy Duty Suspension Recommended.
- Fitting Time: 3 1/2 Hours Fitting Time
- Shipping Weight: 55 KG
- Shipping Dimensions: 1130 mm x 480 mm x 880 mm
How will the fuel transfer work
We do not alter the OEM system, the vehicle will continue to work as it did before fitting a Long Ranger but with a much larger capacity in the rear sub tank.
The OEM system:
For diesel models there are solenoid valves that control the fuel flow from each tank to directly to the engine depending on the switch position selected by the driver.
For petrol models (gas) both tanks have an EFI pump in the tank with a valve between them to control the fuel flow from each tank to directly to the engine depending on the switch position selected by the driver.
A longer replacement float arm is supplied in the 180lt kits to help give a more accurate fuel reading in the larger tank, Note: as this new tank is approximately more than 3 times larger than the OEM tank when the fuel gauge is nearing empty there is approximately 3 times more fuel than with the smaller OEM tank.
100 Series OEM Single tank models are not compatible with a Long Ranger as we supply a replacement tank,not an auxiliary tank with all the extra parts required such as filler and fuel transfer pump etc.
Will this tank fit in the 105 series live axle front suspension model?
No, the 105 series live axle and 100 series independent front end models have different chassis and exhaust components requiring a different design tank with different mounts.
Does this fit the lexus LS470
Yes
Does the tank have anti-surge dam and baffles
Yes, to maximise fuel usage from the new larger tank we have baffles and a built in chamber around the fuel pickup unit to help avoid pickup cavitation sucking in air, these features can be especially useful when accidentally running low on fuel or driving on sloping terrain.
With larger tanks having bigger surface areas baffles also help add strength for those odd knocks and dents you can’t avoid.
Does The Long Ranger have a drain plug
Yes, although some OEM and aftermarket tanks don’t come fitted with a drain plug we believe this is a must have feature when traveling the outback as you never know if you have to drain the tank in the advent of picking up a bad load of fuel.
Tank appears to be 140L instead of 180L
When removing the original tank, the fast fill breather from the sub tank is required to be trimmed to a length of 210mm, if this has not been done there could be a large air pocket in the top of the new LongRanger Fuel Tank
Towbar not compatible
Land cruiser’s which have a tow bar mounted to the spare wheel cross member are not compatible with an aftermarket long range tank as this cross member needs to be completely removed to fit a bigger tank.
Empty fuel gauge readings on 100 series
Because the new tank is approximately 4 times bigger than the original, the capacity when the warning light comes on is also considerably larger. EG: On the std tank when the light comes on there would be approx 12L & 35mm depth of fuel. In the LongRanger fuel tank. this same 35mm of fuel would represent approx 30L. As you can see by this diagram the float is setup to be almost touching the bottom of the tank during the installation, although it is a little higher than the actual bottom due to the shape for improved departure angle. With this new length, the float will travel from the top of the tank to the bottom. It is possible to shorten the float a bit more than our recommended length and have a better reading on empty by bending the arm down a little more, but this means the tank will register full for a considerable amount of traveling before moving.
Why is there separate listings for diesel and petrol models
Although most aftermarket manufacturers only build one tank to suit both models for a longrange tank to be legal in Australia and most other countries around the world all road registered petrol engine vehicles need to be fitted with an additional carbon canister to ensure their anti pollution systems continue to comply with the regulations for vehicle registration, from 2015 The LongRanger is the only legal tank in Australia with our kits supplied standard with a carbon canister.
TR52P Promotional Brochure Below is a list of standard accessories we have checked for compatibility with our tanks and strive to ensure compatibility with.
Alternatively if you have something a little different please check our pictures and advise the sales staff to allow extra time for fitting if you think you have something that might cause a problem on the day or if you are planning an extensive list of modifications to your truck use our pictures to make sure our tank will fit in with your plans for the best chance to get it setup the way you want.
As our fuel and water tanks are designed to make use of space under your vehicle anything else fitted could cause and issue on the day of fitting, things such as trundle draws, air tanks, tipper trays, water tanks, custom trays with low floors, batteries, extra tyre, structural chassis changes etc can all cause an unexpected issue, delays or even non fitting in a worst case scenario.
Your local ARB dealer may be able to assist with any fitment questions as they may have some prior experience with your particular model.
Another good resource is to check our photo gallery for an idea of the shape and location of our tank. Some common areas to look for possible issues with models in other countries would be: is the filler on the same side, do the chassis look the same around the tank location, If choosing a replacement tank, is the genuine tank the same capacity as with the genuine Australian spec model, Does the exhaust run in the same place, Do you have different genuine or non-genuine accessories fitted that may not be available in Australia for us to verify that may be affected with a new fuel tank.
Carbon Canister. When adding additional fuel capacity there is a legal and moral requirement to install a larger or secondary carbon canister.
Carbon canisters contain activated carbon which absorb and store fuel vapour to reliably reduce the emission of hydrocarbons and pollutants into the atmosphere.
Every petrol tank has a pressure balance pipe, which ensures that no vacuum develops as the tank is emptied, and that heating and expansion of the fuel does not create overpressure in the tank. When overpressure is relieved the fuel fumes that escape are routed through the system breather to the activated carbon where they are captured and stored.
When driving the car these hydrocarbons are burned during normal operation as they are purged via a vacuum line from the engine drawing fresh air back through the canister.
Since 2015 LongRanger is the only brand available in Australia to embark on a major initiative which will eventually see all required models shipped with a carbon canister as a standard feature.
This industry first is part of The LongRanger’s efforts for a more sustainable environment.
Leading Edge Deflection Angle. Incorporating a leading edge deflection angle on the front lower section of the fuel tank allows road debris to be easily deflected. This means the tank is marginally smaller in capacity, but in those tricky situations going over mounds of dirt and rocks you are less likely to get hung up than on a tank which hangs to low with a square leading edge.
Max Fold. Using this feature we maximise the sheet by making the base of the fuel tank from one side to the other in one continuous piece of metal. This ensures the minimum amount of heat and possible stress from welded joins.
Hydrostatic Pressure Test. At The LongRanger factory each & every fuel & water tank undergoes a pressure test while being placed under water at a maximum of 5 psi.
Shape. Good design practices are what make a fuel tank both usable and functional. Some manufactures build cheap large sheet metal boxes and bolt them under a vehicle and call it a fuel tank. At the LongRanger we take the design a little more serious. Attention to detail and decades of experience building tanks has taught us what it takes to make a great product.
Parallel Break Strengthening. Just like CBS this feature aids in the stiffening of large flat panels and reduces the risk of a fuel or water tank suffering from fatigue related stress cracks when travelling on extreme corrugations. We usually incorporate these on the very bottom of a tank.
Baffles. help add strength to the bottom of a tank, this is especially important for a 4WD when bottoming the tank out on obstacles with the pickup unit sitting on the bottom which could be damaged, if the new tank design is lower than the OEM tank this is even more important with the tank being more vulnerable to accidental obstacle contact. A well designed longrange tank should incorporate baffles for improved offroad performance as baffles also help retain the fuel around the pickup unit. With longrange tanks generally being longer or wider than the OEM tank when low on fuel it can “run away” from the pickup when driving in undulating terrain and possibly cause the engine to starve for fuel leaving you in an unpredictable situation and potentially unsafe location.
3 YEAR WARRANTY
Tanks will be free from any manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship for a period of Three Years from the date of purchase.
