4Runner gets crazy extended range with this upgrade - (FIRST EVER INSTALL) S2E23

[@LifestyleOverland]

Any guess on our new ranges with and without the trailer? (At 75 MPH)

[@petepeters5630]

Lifestyle Overland I’ve had the equivalent tank in my 4th Gen 4Runner for a year now and I get a bit over 600 miles on the highway @ 75-80.

[@smjtx]

500 with trailer. 605 without.

[@Redacted_Actual_]

733 without / 580-620 With

[@lunamaria1048]

Are we talking 75mph all highway?.. Near a 1000 miles, no trailer.. Low to mid 700s with? (I never caught the weight of the trailer so just guessing)

[@dougsullivan3564]

Lifestyle Overland I’d say between 525-580 with the trailer.

[@Barlowmotorsports1]

I live in Northern California and I definitely need one of these in my 4Runner. Went through the Tubbs & Kincade fires/power shutoffs and gas stations were an absolute nightmare, when they were working/still had fuel. Thanks for the vid!

[@jacobkelley257]

8:04 The instant I saw that ol' FJ40 I paused and marveled at it, then realized it had a cummins badge and a huge smile appeared on my face. Continued and paused on the interior and saw the Murphy can display and knew that I am not the only one that wants to put an r2.8 in an FJ40. That rig looks amazing and is practically my dream overland vehicle

[@LifestyleOverland]

It's one heck of a build!

[@matthewmanuel8655]

You have just added 207 lbs of fuel and the weight of the tank (presumably heavy if it can take the beating of the trail), not to mention the clearance you've lost. I'll be very interested in the results of payoff vs sacrifice down the road and how you feel about it.

[@prakash.srn.17]

That’s just same as one passenger who enjoys McD and hella sodas. Innit?

[@heftymerv]

211 litres of petrol, that is an insane amount of go juice. 600mi (960km) seems a bit short though, petrol life I suppose, nearly get that in my diesel with factory 120 litres. Great vid mate, always love watching your stuff, and so do the boys.

[@wademay6807]

Great camera work Kevin! Been on the waitlist for a while now eagerly anticipating the end of R&D and testing. Glad to see this has gone well so far. I can't wait to get mine installed! Being mostly a solo overlander, not having to wrestle with jerry cans and siphon hoses and all that will be extremely convenient. Nice not having to come off the trails to hunt for a gas station too.

[@LifestyleOverland]

Thanks, Wade! It was fun to be able to just focus on the camera this time. I have to say, it's a peaceful feeling to know you've got days worth of adventure juice to pull from.

[@lemaitrethemonk]

I just installed the 24 gallon tank in my 5th gen and the tank is bad ass. The tank does not hang down much at all. But, you will need to get after market rear springs. Chances are, you have a drawer system, rear tire carrier and sliders. Just to let you know.

[@richardbrind3108]

you're on an adventure, who cares how long it takes to fill up, enjoy

[@LifestyleOverland]

Very true

[@maxst2]

If you're out in the middle of nowhere filling up with jerry cans this would be nice.

[@km4fsi827]

wow!! for the price of that tank for my Tacoma i will carry Jerry cans!! I have a tank in my bed with a transfer pump that i use now. over all cost is 175 dollars. my range is 620 miles, but yes i do have to stop and open a valve and transfer the fuel. But man....1600 dollars for my application! the short time in pulling over is ok with me. But love ya videos man!! keep up the good work and adventures. 👍

[@LifestyleOverland]

It's definitely not an inexpensive mod and won't be justifiable for most builds. But for those who have wanted an end-all-be-all fuel solution, this is the ticket.

[@centermass3454]

@@LifestyleOverland They need to offer a smaller less expensive tank. Or, do they ? I would like to get this done, too bad no one near me specializes in that. I would do to TAV if they were near me, 2,200 miles is too far.

[@TheMtnNomad]

It’s a cost, but I love mine in my FJ. Probably best mod ever for me. And seriously, we pay $1200 or more for a bumper each front and rear, $3k+ for a good suspension. All that and no messing with Jerry cans or rotopacks. Enjoy.

[@TraumaRNKen]

What a great idea for an upgrade! Great job editing the shop work, very entertaining

[@scottlawson9206]

Man, that was AWESOME! And those guys are obviously true craftsmen. Thank you for sharing!

[@adamg7270]

That tank sits low enough to be a puncture concern for offroading. Needs a skid plate.

[@skyking228]

Yeah, a 25 gallon tank would have a little more clearance and still provide plenty of range. They can check the fittings/hoses/mounts etc. when the Border Patrol waves them into secondary...

[@LifestyleOverland]

I'll be smacking the axle and diff before that tank. Either way we're going to find out and let you know 👍

[@Sig721Tau]

Adam G The 'overland' is in the channel's name, not 'rock crawler'. Obviously, you don't know the difference between the two types of outdoor lifestyles.

[@Montblanc1986]

They just drive on gravel roads so it's not a big issue.

[@davidharden8469]

@@LifestyleOverland XOverland sprayed their Land Cruiser's LRA tank with bedliner before installation. Did you consider doing that as well?

[@user-xk7bo4zj6b]

Great video! Enjoying these workshop videos as much as your travels ones. Then there’s that 40 series Cruiser in the back of the shop!

[@johnky100]

Cool and that's a lot of work. I have the LRA tundra 46 gal, one man install, did it on the driveway. Although mines not an aux tank so no need to plumb it to existing factory tank. I'm seeing some comments on just carrying Jerry cans or in bed transfer tanks...been there done that, I'd rather have a larger tank and range than getting out and 'refueling' with Jerry cans. In bed transfer tanks is also a no go, cant do it with a topper and don't want to be carrying fuel in the bed with cargo. Did a 2500mi roundtrip to Yellowstone with a modded 17 mpg highway 1st gen taco and a 18 gal tank.....never again; carried 2 5gal waverian Jerry cans and stopped at EVERY gas station. Having a larger tank with range woulda made a world of difference. Also an FYI, my tundy 46 gal range is at 650+ on summer blend...80/20 hwy/city. LRA tank worth every penny.

[@tipsyprophet1712]

Can attest to the Tundra with 46gal. Was the best thing I ever did.

[@lunamaria1048]

This is incredible.. My husband and I use is 80 Series Land Cruiser (diesel conversion) for overlanding for the range, and only use our 4Runner for weekend off roading.. We'd love the more modern comfort of the 4Runner for those longgg trips once and awhile but range is everything.. This sounds fantastic and we'd do something like this, no questions asked lol.. We already have a Magnuson supercharger!

[@quintili1]

The extra fuel is definitely awesome. I'm surprised how much clearance you're losing though, that thing hangs way down there.

[@LifestyleOverland]

If I hit it, I'm having too much fun. We're going to run it and report back on clearance 👍

[@Sig721Tau]

@William Vagabond R51 Pathfinder?

[@trevor6899]

@William Vagabond Rear diff is centered along the wheels/tires, so your tires give you extra clearance to clear the diff as you go up and over. Once you drop over, the additional clearance provided by the tires is gone. That's where you slam something in the rear...

[@trickflow75]

Great camera work and awesome video! Only 2 things that stopped me from looking into this is if you get into an accident, that seems like not too good of a place to have 33 gallons of fuel (think Ford Pinto!) and even more important, they are illegal in California! Don't get caught with one here, they'll impound your 4runner!

[@ftkinsella]

Great informative video. Love seeing shop mechanics at work but unlike my shop I didn’t hear any swearing. Hahahahaha Have a great trip and be safe. Cheers!!!

[@LifestyleOverland]

Honestly, it was the best shop vibes I've ever been a part of. I told Walt many times he has an awesome team. If I wasn't YouTubing, I'd love to work there; not even kidding.

[@TheMtnNomad]

I found out Ward from Cruiser brothers was importing these for the FJ and bought the first one two years ago. LR America is of some relation, I think. It’s one of the best mods I could’ve put on the FJ. I get 650-750 miles per fill up. Fortunately the FJ didn’t require cutting. But Man, LRA knows how to use every possible inch of space in there.... great product.

[@garyleonard8495]

I had one installed on my 2019 jeep Rubicon jl this last summer and I love it. I have a off road teardrop trailer also I am spending the winter in quartzsite area many be we can meet up and show each other our rigs.

[@drsus0]

That is going to hit, a lot. The Diff being lower is no meter for that... thats at the axle, this is at the departure angle. And btw.. these poor 4runner! Already dogs in stock trim, then add all this stuff? Mine i lifted, one tire size up, hybrid bumper with winch and it huffs and puffs up long climbs, cant imagine how much this thing suffers up any grade.

[@boostedsaleen6146]

Glade to see you guys still updating the old rig .

[@LifestyleOverland]

Oh yeah, she's got a lot of life in her yet!

[@lirritma]

Noted that they bolted the tank directly to the cross members. You will have to look at the stress it will put on the welds on the tank. I had a sub-tank attached to my 100 Land Cruiser and instead of bolting it directly to the cross members, the tank is hanging in metal hoops that is then bolted to the body. This allows for "movement" of the tank without stress on the welds.

[@LifestyleOverland]

They've been building these tanks for 30 years and beating them to death in Australia. I feel fairly confident in the structural integrity being 12 gauge steel. 👍

[@andrifsig]

We have a Tacoma, used to ride 38" tires on it, had a total fuel capacity of just over 58 gallons without any outside jerry cans. Use it for snow wheeling here. One issue we had was that it was attached to the frame without enough ability to flex with the frame, the attachment points then started to leak. Then we decided to go bigger and made modifications to fit 44" tires on it. Had to body lift it to fit the larger tires and cut into the body a bit. The body lift was just under 2 inches in total. This meant that we could fit a larger tank and also fix the leaking issue. Now we have just under 69 gallons of tank capacity and have fixed the fuel issue. Sometimes we use most of the fuel over a 3 or 4 day trip in the highlands, that is because of some very very deep snow and having to drive with lockers engaged, 2 or 3 psi in the tires and making full use of the extra transfer case for ultra low gearing. Other trips we return having only spent 40% of the total fuel brought with us because the snow is hard packed and a much easier trip over glaciers and in the highlands. Happy trails.

[@DSKSeattle]

I have a 36 factory gallon tank in my Raptor and get about 500-550 miles from it. But I have to remember to fill it before it gets empty because the pump usually shuts off at $100 if I’m using a card for payment.

[@markshelby2141]

Nice! I have a mint 1988 4Runner. 4x4 exploring has been my hobby for the last 17 years. I can't do that mod unless I put on a huge rear bumper with spare tire like you have. Where you are putting that tank is where I have my factory stock spare tire. For 1st Gen 4Runner owners there is a gas tank mod that fits above your spare tire. But it does lower your ground clearance a little. I do have room to extend my stock gas tank forward a little longer. A cut and weld.

[@87toyhighlux]

Mark Shelby I had the same in my two 87 pickup, gravity feed into the main tank, loved them

[@johnfitzgerald5158]

I will be interested in your upcoming review to find out how it feels on the road full vs near empty, suspension wise, does it feel / look tail heavy full.

[@joshuakim919]

Great videos! Sorry for highjacking the comment section: would you mind sharing your digital clock mod? I couldn’t find it in your videos. Thanks!

[@markshelby2141]

Looks great! Something to think about. A rock skid plate for the new gas tank. My 1988 4Runner has one under my factory stock gas tank.

[@LifestyleOverland]

It's always an option, you can even weld one to the tank before the first fill-up but the Aussies have been using these for years without skid plates. 12 gauge steel is tough to punch through. We'll test it and find out!

[@markshelby2141]

@@LifestyleOverland I love it. So fun you have this option! I hate carrying gas cans in my 4Runner!

[@markshelby2141]

@@LifestyleOverland I live in San Diego, CA. When I go to the mountains and desert, we have big rocks and boulders everywhere.

[@terryquincy1417]

Love aux thanks! Stupid simple when doing it on a truck though! I carry 37... Would love a bigger one yet!

[@carbonking53]

Fill'er up with fuel, load your gear and passengers, and put it on the scales. I'm curious what it weighs.

[@LifestyleOverland]

We were much heavier for Alaska at about 6,980lbs. We're down below that even with the fuel now. Of course, the tank is the only one that gets lighter as you drive 😂

[@babayaga6102]

Problem is your way over your gross vehicle weight..slitely illegal and dangerous..

[@triedandtrue1820]

Fuel adds about 10lbs per gallon, adds up with extra range 50 gallons

[@Sig721Tau]

@@babayaga6102 That's one of my biggest gripes about the 4Runner. It's too dam heavy in factory spec. Aftermarket companies would make a killin' if they made light weight parts for this SUV.

[@joeofallthings7403]

@@triedandtrue1820 Gasoline is closer to 6 lbs per gallon.

[@harsimranhundal9038]

Hey guys great video. Can you do it on my 2023 4runner and 2021 land cruiser? Whats the downtime for the install and the cost of labor? I dont do overlanding - just dont like to stop at gas station every weekend. Thank you

[@lawrencef3560]

Very impressive by the information you gave!! thanks very much! by the way, do they do it on 2nd generation Sequoia?? or put tundra's 38 gas tank on Sequoia?

[@jackwalsh1468]

Kevin, another great video! Analogous to your vehicle. I will have the same tank installed on my 4Runner in Mid March. With the addition of "Rhino Lining" Spray to the exterior to enhance corrosion resistance. Kind regards, to Miss Sarah, Little Miss Caroline and Yourself. Cheers, Mate. ***Your range, if your averaging 9.5 MPG Will be an estimated 532 miles based on 56 Gal of Petrol. At 75 MPH with a differential ratio of 4.88 you'll be turning approximately 3200 RPM ***

[@robbya6415]

Nicely done! Can they do an install tank on a JKU? I've been wanting to do this mods for awhile now but can't seem to find a reputable shop. There is one shop in NJ but too far to drive. I can handle NM. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@TAVLLC]

Robby, yes we can! Give us call and we would be happy to give you a quote!

[@robbya6415]

@@TAVLLC Thanks, got a quote from Dan. Review in progress and will set a schedule.

[@Jeepingshort]

Check out @venture4wd He got a long range tank on his JKU

[@robbya6415]

@@Jeepingshort Thanks, he got his tank done at OK4wd in NJ 2yrs ago.

[@richardstone5241]

Too much ground clearance loss! At the last bend toward the bottom, I would eliminate that portion which looks like it would gain (3 inches?) and still give you an extra (20 or so gallons?) which would still be a huge improvement over the stock capacity. Also, 33 gallons of extra fuel weighs about 200 pounds whereas 20 gallons would only weigh 120 pounds, that's a big difference when that weight is behind the rear axle. Since the original gas tank holds around 23 gallons an extra 20 gallons would increase capacity to 43 gallons. At 15 mpg the range would be 645 miles and at 19 mpg the range would be 817 miles. That's plenty of range.

[@ItsThomasKam]

Watching this 2 years later, missing those gas prices

[@richards6065]

Your shop footage is great!!

[@LifestyleOverland]

Thanks!

[@luisandluisgabriel6778]

Great video. I have a Viaair twin compressor system where my spare used to be. If you don’t mind, where did you relocate your viaair system to? Thank you

[@jjman533]

56 gallon gas tank? So it can go 200 miles now?

[@bruceshepherd4655]

Can you still put the same load on the hitch with all that weight and cutting on the frame?

[@SUVTouring]

Well done Kevin and family, great install...safe travels !

[@darkwizardsfire102]

I drive a K30 with 3 tanks 2 27 gallon and 1 40 gallon I got everything from a junk yard for cheap been driving for years now no problems forgot to mention its also a diesel

[@Ctrlwrp]

Very nice video and editing. I love that upgrade especially 👌🏻

[@neobx2]

Awesome mod and Walt and his team are true professionals ✌️

[@dougbourdo2589]

Sweet, Could use one of those for my F150 for my dozen, 2800+ mile round trips in my move.

[@mikepierson3097]

Great video Kevin. Some reason YT isn’t registering that I watch your videos. I watched this one twice and still shows as not viewed.

[@SHWELL11]

Im excited about this. Cannot wait to get one. Doubt I'll get it done before our Alaska trip this May.. Thanks for sharing!

[@LifestyleOverland]

Glad you enjoyed it, man! Hope you can get one before the run!

[@TheWutangclan1995]

If you look for older 4 runners, they’re inexpensive which are great to start off with.

[@SAPPER510]

TAV does some amazing work. I watch their videos too.

[@LifestyleOverland]

They really do!

[@DudeGuyWho]

Did you ever make the follow-up video? I didn't hear the review.

[@frankferber3225]

Is your 33 gallon tank a one off? I just looked on the Long Range America website and all I see for a 5th gen is a 24 gallon.

[@TheActiveAssault]

I get off more to piss than to fill the tank. (I drink a ton of water when overlanding) Got two Jerry cans for emergencies. Don’t really need an extended tank.

[@florindagonzalez5700]

The shine like lightning song made my cry. In a good way. Wow, I needed to hear that. Thank you.

[@JEspinoza2010]

At 0:33 seconds you have a display that looks like it is where your digital clock should be but shows fuel range, temp and direction. Is this an aftermarket part display?

[@cayman9873]

My ford pickup is 42 gal stock. At 8 mpg with my v10. Would love another 60 gallons

[@nytran1396]

Hi! found your video during the New York lock down on Corona virus . love it ,it awesome video. when you will travel to New York ?

[@brianc5356]

OK... the reverse welding is just a little creepy. But you've got me researching extended tanks. Curse you for spending my money yet again.

[@LifestyleOverland]

We can be a bad/good influence 😂

[@morpheus1818]

How much weight did the auxiliary tank (full of gas) add? Any significant reduction in acceleration or braking performance due to the increased weight?

[@ScreenTalker]

TAV has some nice functional builds

[@Rays4Days]

Nice! If that's made for the LC 150 Prado - would that make it more of a bolt-on installation your new GX460?

[@LifestyleOverland]

Yep 👍

[@Rays4Days]

@@LifestyleOverland sweet! Love the content guys! Need an XL topographic bear hoody - any new stock coming in?

[@chrisk4617]

Great video, you just made the best 4 runner in the world even better !!!!

[@binyamj]

Which model do you have? I don’t see anything for 5th Gens on their website. Do you know if they’ll offer a smaller, more flush fitting tank?

[@rkthoka]

:) I have seen all your videos about Alaska trip, they are a lot of details in those, you might have done this before you go there. Anyways am surprised and inspired by your dedication and interest on these projects and visits... Keep going.... may I know wheel and tire specs and can they go on x5?

[@sethsmith3672]

Any thoughts on impacts to rear suspension? Almost 200 lbs is not insignificant.

[@LifestyleOverland]

The rear drops 1/2" from empty to 56 gallons full. Zero worries. It's the ONLY mod that gets lighter the more you drive. 😂

[@MrRazcob]

Wow!! $1700 for a tank (FJ) with the additional installation cost isn't cost efficient as Jerry Cans or Rotopax, which can be resold after there needed use.

[@teabagking80]

Mike B it’s an investment

[@MotoVloggedOUT]

did you change your rear springs?

[@momiami7974]

What's the height frm the gas tank to the ground? Also wouldnt that create problems if you go off roading and go on rocks and what not?

[@LifestyleOverland]

It's higher than the axle. If I hit it, I'm having to much fun. We're going to find out either way 👍

[@momiami7974]

@@LifestyleOverland true. May I ask what year n trim is your 4runner

[@bryan7821]

Awesome video Kevin,,,,as usual. Now that you added 33 more gallons, you`ll be 198 pounds heavier with both tanks full, not including the weight of the new tank. That`s not too bad. Either way, i love the idea of having 2 tanks. I was reading the comments below, and i kinda agree with getting a skid plate for the new tank because you guys do rock crawling sometimes.

[@VanillaGorilla502]

10:20 Yeah I’m rethinking this upgrade now that gas is over $4.40 a gallon for 87 octane.

[@hutt359]

I’m curious, could this be added/done to a first gen Toyota Sequoia by chance? I’ve got an 07, and would love something like this for the old tree.

[@MilkyMangrove]

I recently got myself a 4runner and was thinking of doing some modifications. I've been looking for a good rear bumper/spare tire setup and really love the look of the one in this video. Does anyone know what brand/model this one is?

[@brandonfoss9445]

With larger than stock fuel tanks I'm always curious about how the vehicles distance to empty feature continues to function. But I suppose the transfer pump functionality (vs treating it like one large tank) makes that irrelevant

[@DrHeribertHilke]

I saw in another video that the computers information on gas tank size had to be recalibrated

[@KCDustRemover]

Have you ever weighed the vehicle? I'm just curious with you, the wife, Caroline, all the gear, and 56 gallons of fuel, I think that would put you well over the GVWR of the Vehicle. I'm not suggesting that that would make the thing undrivable, but it does put you in a questionable area legally.

[@falconaim5701]

do you loose ground clearance with it?

[@greydenhickle8805]

where can i get a similar head unit like that? (reporting time, temp, direction, and gas range) - i saw a forum last year that linked to someone making them, but it was removed. i'd love to instal one myself!

[@ppark2123]

Another amazing video and another upgrade I desperately want to do.

[@LifestyleOverland]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@503SteelKill]

Nice! I have the 46gallon on my Tundra and I get 520 highway.

[@danielvasquez9419]

Question what upgrades to the suspension did you have to do ? And if you did none how does handle now ?.

[@Chicanoverland]

Nice job guys. Hey anyone planning over landing to OX west this year from NM?

[@LifestyleOverland]

Thanks! We will be there 👍

[@MrAcuta73]

I need to find a way to put 15-20 gallons more in my Danger Ranger, and still have room for air tank....18 gallons and a supercharger is no bueno. Sure, cans work, but... That's a damn nice setup, big though....good and bad.

[@FrancoCastro]

I hope you dont have to cross the border that often. We had an extra gas tank in an f150 and they would often take us to a secondary.

[@quietkey2003]

AWESOME !!! Let's see how far you go. What was that about a catheter? Peace

[@abdulhamza172]

I have a 4runner and a rav4 and I'm really interested in having a larger gas tank...any ideas on how much would that cost for each vehicle?

[@FrancoCastro]

I remember having an extra 150 liters tank in a f150. Gas stations would only go up to 120usd. I would need to fill one then close and again. Often I would need to use different credit cards because at least Amex would 'detect' fraud.

[@scorpion2669]

So what did that do to your departure angle?

[@noctilucent7396]

Interesting mod. Especially for preppers.

[@sjbelias]

How has the LRT holding up for you?..

[@Jeeper805]

Where did you get the dash above the radio to see the range, temp, compass and time?

[@OneFlewOver1776]

I didn't read all the posts but...what did you do with your leafs?

[@TheMultisportGeek]

Damn...$2.32 a gallon. You’re lucky you don’t live out here in CalUnicornia.

[@fortcrafterbossbehold9027]

Damn right brother, I hate this state...

[@TheMultisportGeek]

@@fortcrafterbossbehold9027 It’s a beautiful state but it has so many fu€king problems.

[@40motomike]

Ward Harris is awesome. Great guy and a great company!. 2nd Feb Tacoma main tank install here.

[@AZTrucker]

My concern is shock/spring may need to be upgraded. What its 6lbs per gal.... 336lbs if I did my calculations correctly.

[@hesko125]

I have a gx and 4runner and I find neither very comfy daily or long overland trips. Do any overland vehicles ride comfy.

[@LionRunner]

That's an awesome mod, wish I could have it. But it looks bit too much cutting and welding to my taste.

[@louisianna01]

I can’t believe you’re only just putting in a long range fuel tank, that’s one of the first things aussie put into their 4wd if the going to be touring

[@mikehawkbig6110]

_louisianna we got fuel stations everywhere

[@stkmkt1]

Will be getting one of these.

[@RedHawkish]

Can't find the review after this premiered a year ago. Any follow up review?

[@kennystwo7873]

Another great vid

[@user-rw7xd7qy3j]

Did you ever do an update video?

[@kenklee4]

What a great idea. Innovative