I smashed my gas tank again for the 3rd time im tired of smashing it on rocks i want to put it in the back if my jeel in the cargo area for the people on here who have done it does the fuel lines fit intk the back if the xj or do they have to be lengthened?

 

why not just get a gas tank skid...

 

X2

 

lol

That's too smart and easy

 

I have a factory skid it drags on the rocks when wheeling

 

yeah, so do i and it has seen a lot of abuse without ruining my gas tank. every skid will drag but will protect your tank from getting smashed in.

 

and if you are really dead set on relocating your tank, dont do a hack job and just move the tank up. go and get a fuel cell and all the proper hoses for it.

 

Thats what i was planning on doing in going to build a proper spot to hold the tank

 

you might find some actual tech info in this thread
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/jeep-...elocation.html

do what you want. I think the tank tuck is a great idea it's practically free. definitely on my to-do list. skid plates are boring

 

this is the back of my buddies xj. aftermarket gas tank sits im the back where the back seats would be. im looking to do a similar set up in my chop top after replacing the rust riddled floor lol. good luck with your relocation, it will be far better than a skid plate if you do some serious wheeling. in case you guys are wondering, those are 37's one ton axles and 14" travel fox air shocks and a custom roll cage setup, and it was all done in that garage. recommend you find a friend like mine for all your cherokee tips and tricks

 

Pshh shoulda gone with ORI's and DDDD's





nah that actually looks pretty nice. lol are those tail lights still functioning? hahaha I like it

 

same here. i've got a new tank coming on monday, and it's getting a tuck, but with a bit of modification to the factory skid.

 

Thats exactly what id like to do as far my tank relocation

 

yeah, id go with an aftermarket tank, move it in the back. There are some tanks made specifically for the XJ that you can get that makes install a lot easier. just need to clear a spot and mount the thing and youre gtg. I googled "xj cherokee off road fuel tank" and eventually found some after sifting through a few sites. cutting and welding will likely be required.

 

if done right, a tank tuck is a great thing. by moving the tsnk 8" up, the bottom would be in line with the unibody rails, meaning you can then put a flat skid under it. great ground clearance, and alot cheaper than a fuel cell. hack jobs are the best. If you have the money to go out and buy a fuel cell, then go for it.