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Auxiliary Fuel Tank

Radioflyer

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Has anyone developed a 3rd fuel tank for the RV6 luggage area and plumbed into the regular fuel lines? I imagine trans-Atlantic or trans-Pacific fliers have done this to augment their standard fuel capacity. Is such a tank available from someone?
 
All of the above is great info to start researching this, thanks.
I've come across a number of RVs not flying because of fuel tank slosh peeling problems and a temporary aux. tank might get them off the ground. Still, the thought of 20-30 gallons right in the cockpit is worrisome.
 
Jose, we helped with several versions of this---1 had 2 of Marvins 7.5 gallon tanks in addition to the 2 stock tanks. Another had 2 leading edge tanks on each wing, a 20 gallon on the baggage area, and a 33 turtle tank in the right seat. WE helped with Greg Neihues' RV9 is being set up for long distance flights with multiple tanks.

Can be done-----but do the engineering first.
Tom
 
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