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jimlaffo

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Tank for pick up
« on: November 29, 2014, 07:32:03 pm »
Hi, I'm thinking of buying a pick up (not for a while, just planning ahead) and I was wondering what the space/ size is like in the back (of a ranger, nivara, l200 etc)?
Can you fit a decent sized tank in them, possibly 400-500l, and still have enough room for other bits and pieces? Also, does a pole (for eg CLX-27) fit or would it need to be attached on the roof rack?
Any info appreciated, just planning ahead as my 3 seater van isn't ideal for ferrying the kids about etc! Thanks
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Deangsi

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #1 on: November 29, 2014, 09:18:55 pm »
LWC is looking into a truck so he might be able to help hear  ;)
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EandM

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #2 on: November 29, 2014, 10:07:50 pm »
It depends entirely on the load bay length / choice of cab. A super cab / club cab etc gives you around six feet which is easily enough for a 400 litre flat tank with space for reels, pump and battery. A single cab gives you around 7.5 feet so anything fits really and some double cabs are about 4.5 to 5 feet. My super cab Ranger takes a CLX-22 perfectly in the load bed - any longer and you'd need to fix it to the roof rack.
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duncan h

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #3 on: November 29, 2014, 10:17:14 pm »
Warning. I knew a mechanics garage that owned the Nissan. It ate clutches. Wasn't as much a problem to them but still not good. Join forums first before buying any
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EandM

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #4 on: November 30, 2014, 08:19:04 am »
The Navara is a great truck and engine tech wise has always been ahead of the game. Some spares for the D22 shape or extremely difficult to get hold off - eg a rear ABS sensor was unavailable from Nissan and a quote of £2,000 for a complete rear axle was their solution ?! The D40 shape is quite brilliant though rather huge and does have a nasty habit of lunching engines which may or not be covered under warranty - reckon on about £5,000 or £1,000 for prevention.
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Arnold Palmer

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #5 on: November 30, 2014, 09:02:43 am »
Defender. There are tanks made specifically to fit in the rear tub of a 110.
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Arnold Palmer

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #6 on: November 30, 2014, 09:04:23 am »
Re read your post.

Defender would be worse for ferrying kids about.
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Mr B shine

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #7 on: November 30, 2014, 04:00:36 pm »
go trad and buy an estate  :P
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Clever Forum Name

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #8 on: November 30, 2014, 04:02:40 pm »
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Mr B shine

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #9 on: November 30, 2014, 08:49:29 pm »
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Plankton

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #10 on: November 30, 2014, 09:22:19 pm »
I got one few weeks back double cab lwb. I've fitted a hardtop which restricts the height although a 350l upright tank in it does me. Theres a few different makes with different sizes so only you know what kit you need in it.
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Clever Forum Name

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #11 on: November 30, 2014, 09:25:42 pm »
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Mike #1

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Re: Tank for pick up
« Reply #12 on: December 01, 2014, 11:02:02 am »
Used L200 Trojan for over 3 years now  ,As said 400ltr flat tank in back the stuff can be placed on top of tank either working or at weekends .
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