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How do i relocate my fuel tank into the back of my jeep. (inside)

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Old 02-10-2015, 09:47 AM
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I need to relocate my tank because i have punctured it 3 times now. I just need to know how Im gonna move it from underneath, Into the back. Need to know by spring.
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Get a gas tank skid plate. Look at jcr offroad. To properly move the tank is going to be way more expensive than just a skid plate.
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To properly relocate it inside, you have to use an aluminum fuel cell with a rubber bladder inside. Even then, you'll have to install a firewall to make it legal for road use and vent the compartment. What you really need is a substantial bash plate.
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Skid plates are fine and dandy i already have one but i want the clearance to. And snow doesn't like skid plates.

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And i need a new tank either way so it's either a new factory one and a better skid plate or a relocation.
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Is this a ZJ, or a WJ?
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2 door briarwood 1992
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Originally Posted by CherokeeHoonigan
2 door briarwood 1992
Ahh you posted in the Grand Cherokee section, hence my question. There is a whole big thread on Pirate about relocating the gas tank in a cherokee, but most of those are trail only rigs and don't see much street time.
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Im just tired of puncturing gas tanks haha they suck to fix. And extra clearance would be nice til i get my 3.5 lift
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