Larger gas tank & van hood mask?

Neup · 05-23-2010, 04:30 PM

I am considering adding a larger feul tank from 31 to 46 on my New SMB. It will not be ready for months . It will be done in Tx . It is for my Quigley conversion.
What Are your thoughts?

I also am thinking about a van hood mask. Any thoughts?

Neup

EMrider · 05-23-2010, 05:31 PM

Unless the larger fuel tank creates other build complications, it will be a valuable addition in my view.

SMBs obviously don't get great MPG. The extra range of the big tank is good for both convenience and peace of mind on remote trips.

R

Jeffrey · 05-23-2010, 06:15 PM

I thought the 46 gal tank was a part of the standard conversion. Maybe not. About the hoodie, forget it. I've never seen such a silly 'accessory'.

charlie56 · 05-23-2010, 08:45 PM

I have the sports-bra. I wouldn't do it again. It traps a lot of debris and dirt under it. It was sold as a way of keeping bugs off the hood instead of a bug deflector. I have never seen the benefit.

As for the fuel tank. Will or can SMB even install the 46 in a Quigley? (I didn't think it was an option.) If they can, I would highly recommend it. Some have tried adding it on later but found they couldn't, at least here in California with its air pollution regulations.

Aldercrest · 05-24-2010, 12:39 AM

FWIW, I would definitely go with the larger tank. 31 gallons in a V-10 with 12mpg gives you a practical range of only 250-300 miles, less if you're bucking headwinds or towing. I'm very happy I have my 46 gallon tank.

billwilson · 05-24-2010, 05:30 AM

Ditto on gas tank
bigger the better

i have a 2001 V-10 quigly E350 EB
Dual tanks and a transflow system (transfers gas between the two to keep level)

slung under
XL storage (another manditory add on FWIW0
4D battery passenger side
propane tank driver side

no grey water

myself, i prefer Bra less

jage · 05-24-2010, 08:29 PM

I thought the 46 gallon transfer flow tank was a part of the SMB4x4, necessary to fit the components, but built larger. Whereas I think Quigley cuts the tank down and welds it or something (?), but my point is I didn't know you could get the 46 gallon transfer tank without getting the SMB4x4... an assumption, but I'll be curious to hear what happens!

Sam · 05-24-2010, 08:50 PM

3M Paint Protection Film is a good way to protect the hood & front fender areas of your van. It's clear in color & pretty durable. Here's a website that has an example of it. You could also Google it.
http://www.autopro1.com/

As for a bigger fuel tank, without a doubt it's an excellent idea.

Ford_6L_E350 · 05-25-2010, 11:04 AM

I believe any 4x4 upfitter that certifies to FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) can install a T-F tank. Salem-Kroger does, SMB does, QuadVan does, Quigley chooses not to.

Mike

ANZAC · 07-12-2011, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jage

I thought the 46 gallon transfer flow tank was a part of the SMB4x4, necessary to fit the components, but built larger. Whereas I think Quigley cuts the tank down and welds it or something (?), but my point is I didn't know you could get the 46 gallon transfer tank without getting the SMB4x4... an assumption, but I'll be curious to hear what happens!

Random old thread bump --- my 2002 Quigley (according to the documentation) had a cut down tank, but gained a 46 gal tank from SMB on the build sheet.

So, at some point, SMB would put a 46 gal in a Quigley. Not sure if that is the case now.