INSTALLATION

ACROSS the board, professional installation of replacement tanks – traditionally mounted underneath the vehicle, between the axles – is relatively straightforward and usually takes about two to three hours. However, the installation of auxiliary tanks is a longer process, usually taking up to five hours. “An auxiliary tank is more involved as all the new fillers, gauges and transfer pump need to be installed,” Ric Black said. Cam Brown agreed: “Auxiliary fuel tanks require some wiring for secondary fuel gauges, along with plumbing for fitment.”

All the experts agreed that DIY fitment of replacement tanks is easily achievable with the right tools (and available access to a hoist), but fitment of auxiliary tanks requires a lot more mechanical knowledge and should ideally be left to the experts to do.