Long range fuel tank

[Frenchy]

Wondering if dual fuel tanks are a factory option on current T6 Rangers in other markets? The 1983-1988 North American Rangers could be ordered with dual fuel tanks on Supercab and LWB versions. 14.5 gallon tank in the front and a 13 gallon tank in the rear. 1988 Ranger depicted.

That would be a negative from the factory. In Australia though they do have the option of adding a second and that's for the Diesels only

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[Colo_Ranger]

I'd love to see a replacement tank that doesn't hang below the frame rails, or a aux tank that fits where the spare is.

 

[Frenchy]

I'd love to see a replacement tank that doesn't hang below the frame rails, or a aux tank that fits where the spare is.

I would love to see it where people actually get a lift kit versus a leveling kit but shit in One hand wish in the other

 

[Colo_Ranger]

I would love to see it where people actually get a lift kit versus a leveling kit but shit in One hand wish in the other

How did you turn this to lift vs level? The guy from the company said he wanted to see where the interest was, I'm telling him where my interest lies.

 

[Frenchy]

How did you turn this to lift vs level? The guy from the company said he wanted to see where the interest was, I'm telling him where my interest lies.

Do you remember earlier in this thread when he got revealed that the bank I was working on was going to be a little bit lower than the frame? During that time and many people were complaining about how it was a little bit lower. The same people that were complaining are the same people who only did a leveling kit instead of a lift kit.

 

[RoadBoss]

Do you remember earlier in this thread when he got revealed that the bank I was working on was going to be a little bit lower than the frame? During that time and many people were complaining about how it was a little bit lower. The same people that were complaining are the same people who only did a leveling kit instead of a lift kit.

dude... regardless of how much your vehicle is lifted, or leveled, or whatever term you want to use, a lot of simply don't like the idea of the fuel tank being the first point of contact on the undercarriage.

plus, feeling like you need to increase your ride height to offset a decrease in ground to fuel tank height is a pretty ridiculous conclusion/solution to a problem that just doesn't need to exist.

 

[Frenchy]

dude... regardless of how much your vehicle is lifted, or leveled, or whatever term you want to use, a lot of simply don't like the idea of the fuel tank being the first point of contact on the undercarriage.

plus, feeling like you need to increase your ride height to offset a decrease in ground to fuel tank height is a pretty ridiculous conclusion/solution to a problem that just doesn't need to exist.

Trust me I get what you're saying. But also understand this. If you're going to go off-road why would you halfway lift your truck? It kind of makes no sense if you ask me. That's why I installed a lift kit on my truck. When I saw the little bit of hang from the fuel tank I knew it wasn't going to be an issue especially with the trails I've been on. For everyone else that lie did a leveling kit what's the issue but again that comes down to everyone else not installing a lift kit. All they did was half-ass do the job.

 

[Gizmokid2005]

Trust me I get what you're saying. But also understand this. If you're going to go off-road why would you halfway lift your truck? It kind of makes no sense if you ask me. That's why I installed a lift kit on my truck. When I saw the little bit of hang from the fuel tank I knew it wasn't going to be an issue especially with the trails I've been on. For everyone else that lie did a leveling kit what's the issue but again that comes down to everyone else not installing a lift kit. All they did was half-ass do the job.

Really you're kind of missing the point.

The front of the Ranger hangs down significantly lower than the rear of the truck, save for the rear axle which a lift won't solve either. A level gets rid of the rake that a lot of people don't like, but also boosts the clearance where you need it the most, in your approach angle and in the front end where the ground clearance is lower.

Plus add in the absolutely staggering cost difference between a simple level and a full lift - a level achieves most of what you would want/need at a fraction of the cost.

 

[Frenchy]

Really you're kind of missing the point.

The front of the Ranger hangs down significantly lower than the rear of the truck, save for the rear axle which a lift won't solve either. A level gets rid of the rake that a lot of people don't like, but also boosts the clearance where you need it the most, in your approach angle and in the front end where the ground clearance is lower.

Plus add in the absolutely staggering cost difference between a simple level and a full lift - a level achieves most of what you would want/need at a fraction of the cost.

Trust me I know the rear axle stays exactly where it is even if you change the height of the bed. Even with the lift kit I put on there was still some frame contact up at the front but I didn't hit anything in the rear. I wouldn't even have to worry about the tank hitting anything on the trail with a little overhang that tank would have provided. So there is no point that I'm missing. The point is anyone here who only does a leveling kit on their truck when they want to take it off road is simply doing a half-assed job of prepping their truck for off-road. There have been plenty of trails I have taken my truck on that most on here would not be able to do due to only leveling the truck. If any of them were to attempt said Trails they would most likely cause a lot of damage in the rear.

 

[Nopalito]

I have no idea nor do I care how a gas tank thread turned into a pissing contest about lifts/levels.

I’d love a larger maybe 25gal fuel tank but I just carry the plastic 5gal fuel cans instead.

 

[Frenchy]

I have no idea nor do I care how a gas tank thread turned into a pissing contest about lifts/levels.

I’d love a larger maybe 25gal fuel tank but I just carry the plastic 5gal fuel cans instead.

About the only downside to carrying a gas can with the ranger is Ford decided we have to use a special funnel to use a Jerry can. To say the least I'm pretty sure most everyone here hates that thing

 

[Colo_Ranger]

Trust me I know the rear axle stays exactly where it is even if you change the height of the bed. Even with the lift kit I put on there was still some frame contact up at the front but I didn't hit anything in the rear. I wouldn't even have to worry about the tank hitting anything on the trail with a little overhang that tank would have provided. So there is no point that I'm missing. The point is anyone here who only does a leveling kit on their truck when they want to take it off road is simply doing a half-assed job of prepping their truck for off-road. There have been plenty of trails I have taken my truck on that most on here would not be able to do due to only leveling the truck. If any of them were to attempt said Trails they would most likely cause a lot of damage in the rear.

I've done a bunch of trails too, and never had issues with my 'leveled' truck. Not wanting the tank to be the first point of contact, whether lifted or not, is legitimate. I like my truck to sit level. You're basically saying that, if your rear end isn't higher, you made a 'half-assed' choice. Would it be different if I lifted the front 3.5'' and the rear 1''? I'd be level. The only difference between your coveted OME kit and my kit is leaf springs and shackles. Both of which I can add on my own. I still have a strut up front and a shock out back.

Just because someone doesn't do exactly what you say, does not mean it's 'half-assed'

 

[Nopalito]

About the only downside to carrying a gas can with the ranger is Ford decided we have to use a special funnel to use a Jerry can. To say the least I'm pretty sure most everyone here hates that thing

You mean the piece of plastic behind the back seat that takes 10seconds to grab? It’s not a big deal nor does it bother me.

 

[Gizmokid2005]

You mean the piece of plastic behind the back seat that takes 10seconds to grab? It’s not a big deal nor does it bother me.

You can also just buy a jerry can that has a spout that makes it so you don't need the funnel. My VP (non-racing) can doesn't need it either.

 

[Frenchy]

You mean the piece of plastic behind the back seat that takes 10seconds to grab? It’s not a big deal nor does it bother me.

That is a slight pain still because now you have fuel all over that funnel and it's going to carry the smell when you put it back in the cab.

You can also just buy a jerry can that has a spout that makes it so you don't need the funnel. My VP (non-racing) can doesn't need it either.

I was not aware of such a thing existed. Good to know for anyone out there wanting to get a jerry can of sorts

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