Modifications - Fuel tank (increase capacity / volume?)

[Ares]

The inside of the spare tire is about 12 inches in diameter and 3 inches deep. Two gallons is 256 cubic inches versus the 339 inches volume otherwise wasted. I looked without luck for a round tank that would fit in that area, but did not find anything. It would have to perfectly seal the fuel inside.

regards
mech

This is a good idea too. Sigh.

[inuvik]

Why not use the fuel tank from the Mirage G4 sedan? It's 42 liters 11.0952 gallons compared to 35 liters 9.24602 for the hatch. I would think it would use the same mounts.

[Eggman]

Why not use the fuel tank from the Mirage G4 sedan? It's 42 liters 11.0952 gallons compared to 35 liters 9.24602 for the hatch. I would think it would use the same mounts.

Any diagrams available for this?

[inuvik]

Any diagrams available for this?

Sedan is available in Mexico as a Dodge Attitude. Available in the Philippines also as the G4 which we now have at least a couple of sedan members. Maybe one of our Filipino members can get a part number with a diagram.

[laceygirl]

We have them in Australia too.... Maybe a wreckers for a G4 fuel tank, try to find one that's been hit front on?

[inuvik]

We have them in Australia too.... Maybe a wreckers for a G4 fuel tank, try to find one that's been hit front on?

Certainly would be worth a look.

[deleted user]

If the wheelbase is different, the sedan tank probably won't fit.

regards
mech

[inuvik]

If the wheelbase is different, the sedan tank probably won't fit.

regards
mech

The sedan does have 100mm or 3.93701 inches longer wheelbase. Be curious to see the 2 tanks to see how the extra is obtained.

[cortisol]

what are you getting out of the tank now, and how much additional range do you need?

Looking at the fuel log most of the fill ups tend to be in 6 to 7.5gal range, and tank is what, 9.2? If you put a 5L NATO can in trunk you could easily use 8-8.5gal btw fill ups w/o worrying too much running dry.

Another option is to get a 5gal jerry can and do mid-week top off. I had used this when commuted on bike. With 160mi range and 110mi commute that was the best solution. Had to drive car once a week to refill cans.

Or you could stop by more expensive gas station and put a couple gals to extend range.

I understand that sometimes commute, favorite gas station and short range do not mesh well.

I am getting 330-380 miles for 7.5-8.0 gallons depending on how much I use the AC.
Have you used the NATO or do you know anybody here who has used it for the MIRAGE ? A few years ago, I tried using a similar product (Not called NATO, but Red plastic container it was messy to use).

Thanks

[cortisol]

The sedan does have 100mm or 3.93701 inches longer wheelbase. Be curious to see the 2 tanks to see how the extra is obtained.

Interesting...