Tips for purchasing a long-range fuel tank

If you haul or tow over long distances and are concerned about fluctuating fuel prices, you may want to consider adding a long-range fuel tank to your truck. However, is it worth the investment? Here are some tips for buying an auxiliary fuel tank.

What’s a long-range fuel tank?

A long-range fuel tank can be a replacement tank or an auxiliary tank that increases the fuel capacity of your vehicle. You can pump fuel from your extra tank into your main tank by flipping a switch. It comes with a fuel gauge that shows you the fuel level and warns you when the tank is empty.

Benefits to installing a long-range fuel tank

There are many benefits to purchasing a long-range fuel tank for your vehicle. For instance, you can:

1. Save money.

1. Having more gas in your truck means you can afford to shop around for the best gas prices. Additionally, you can drive straight through remote areas where gasoline is scarce, and an empty tank might otherwise force you to stop.

2. Drive further.

2. Some tanks can double your truck’s fuel capacity, which means you can travel much further between fill-ups and save time on the road. It’s a wise piece of towing equipment for those who travel long distances and want to get to their destinations as quickly as possible.

3. Save space.

3. Manufacturers can customize auxiliary and replacement tanks for your specific model. You can place a standard tank in your truck bed, although that’ll take up valuable space. Alternatively, some brands can be contoured to fit underneath your truck and not interfere with any functional parts, including the trailer hitch. There’s no need to haul around bulky, awkward and messy jerry cans.

Drawbacks of long-range fuel tanks

Although long-range fuel tanks have many advantages, there are a few drawbacks that you must consider. For example, long-range fuel tanks can:

1. Reduce your ground clearance. 

An extra tank fitted underneath your truck can reduce your ground clearance and limit where you can drive. There’s also an increased risk of bottoming out and damaging the tank.

2. Add weight to your truck. 

2Your truck will weigh more with a large fuel tank, negatively affecting your fuel efficiency.

3. Be expensive. 

 Fuel tanks can be costly, especially when you factor in professional installation.

The team at Hitch City can help you weigh the pros and cons and find a tank that suits your needs.

Truck accessories in the GTA

At Hitch City, we have a wide variety of towing hardware and truck accessories, including replacement fuel tanks, truck caps and towing hitches. You can request an online quote or contact us today in Barrie, Scarborough or Mississauga.