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10-16-2012, 05:09 PM
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New Relocated Tank -
 Had to share these pics. This is one of the several projects I've been working on during the blazing hot summer months.I'm slowly getting my stepper ready for a cross-country haul and wanted a bigger relocated tank. Just didn't want a blazer tank for a variety of reason. This is a Tractor Supply toolbox with extended struts to allow full opening. The cell is a 19 gallon RCI Fuel cell, modified by extension to 28 gals. Mounted on shock mounts inside the toolbox. All steel lines for rollover vent and supply. Hope you like it.
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10-16-2012, 05:17 PM
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That's so cool. You wouldn't expect a fuel tank to be inside the tool box. How much did it cost you to fab up if I may ask?
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10-16-2012, 05:42 PM
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Pretty sweet, man!! I'm looking forward to hearing about the comments you'll be getting at gas stations.
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10-16-2012, 07:18 PM
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I found the almost new toolbox on CL for $150. The fuel cell was $200. The tank extension was another $150. Another $170 for the four mounting straps, steel plumbing, and shock mounts, hardware, etc. . So I guess the whole deal was about $520 plus the toolbox. I had designed several versions of the tank itself and had quotes from $500 - $700, so by using the RCI Cell, I got all the fitting, filler and 90 ohm sending unit. Saved a few bucks that way. . I'm going to finish hooking up the plumbing and pull the old tank A.S.A.P. . Here is a .pdf file rendering from SolidWorks Last edited by TobyArnot; 10-17-2012 at 07:38 AM. |
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10-16-2012, 07:49 PM
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That`s pretty cool.
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10-16-2012, 09:13 PM
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thats slick and because its higher than a under bed tank you wont have any fuel flow back issues. good job! cheers, Pat
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10-16-2012, 10:42 PM
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 That is sweet right there man! I like! 
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10-17-2012, 07:25 AM
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Re: New Relocated Tank -
Thanks for all to good comments gang. I wanted to get the Fuel Cell out of the weather. I'm even thinking about adding a second toolbox to use as a "trunk" for hauling travel bags and folding chairs..
. On a side note, once I pull the stock tank, should more cab noise be a problem I should address? I have some nice 6 x 9's under the seat and I will move them back. The PO installed a carpeted tank cover, which I could reuse. . Again thanks and looking forward to JRMotorsports this Sat. in Mooresville, N.C. Last edited by TobyArnot; 10-17-2012 at 07:36 AM. |
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10-17-2012, 11:06 AM
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nice outcome to a problem we all share
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10-17-2012, 01:22 PM
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10-17-2012, 02:44 PM
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ive been beating my head on the wall with inventor fusion and autocad. You guys make it look easy.
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10-17-2012, 02:53 PM
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Keep the faith - Experience is a great teacher. P.S. I lived in Mission Viejo for several years. Worked in RSM. |
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10-17-2012, 04:28 PM
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Very nice!
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10-17-2012, 07:50 PM
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When u take the tank out of the cab you will have plenty of room for more speakers. Remind me I'll show u mine. Another thing u will have the gas opening to plug. I used a old plastic cap for years until I had it welded up this last repaint. Worked great. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=gas+cap+plug
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10-18-2012, 07:09 AM
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Re: New Relocated Tank -
Sounds great Andy,
. Yes, My stepper is my only ride. D/D and cruiser. I'll be driving it for sure. Ask me about some of my "road trips". I use it a lot. (Daytona Turkey Run for Thanksgiving) That's one reason I'm confident enough to plan a Cali. trip with a single axle camper. Call me foolish, but I'm mostly just old and dumb!!! . JointTech, I'm headed your way_ _ _ _
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10-21-2012, 09:58 PM
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i like the idea wonder if you use a used an old army ammo boxs that large cal rounds
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