F250 Short Bed Adding Diesel Auxiliary Tank
I'm interested in adding an Auxiliary Tank to my short bed F250 and wondering what the largest tank you've installed without running into turning issues with the 5th wheel. Thanks
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The issue with adding additional fuel is weight and the weight limits of the truck. A 3/4 ton truck has a limited load capacity and the added fuel. Diesel fuel weighs about 7.2 to 7.5 LB/Gal. 40 gallons of diesel will add 300# plus the weight of the tank to the truck and reduce the payload capacity by the same amount.
Most 3/4 ton trucks with 5th wheels are nearing their rated load capacities without added fuel. Make sure that you will still be within your trucks ratings with the added weight.
Adding a tank with added capacity will not effect turning at all if you get a tank that sets below the bed rails.
Ken
Most 3/4 ton trucks with 5th wheels are nearing their rated load capacities without added fuel. Make sure that you will still be within your trucks ratings with the added weight.
Adding a tank with added capacity will not effect turning at all if you get a tank that sets below the bed rails.
Ken
