Transfer Tank

[hbarski]

I am gonna tap the plug on the bottom or one of the ones on the sides and add a valve so I can drain if needed. How is the right side of the outlet mounted? I can see a balck piece of steel going up toward the outlet line of the filter, but cant tell whats going on there. Maybe if you get time a pic there would work.

Mine has a sump drain plug there already. That piece of steel is just spot welded to support that end of the filter. It is NOT attached but the filter outlet fitting is just resting on the top of it. Its really not needed, just overkill on my part. If I had to do it again, I wouldn't put it back. The 3/4" nipples torqued together don't budge one bit. I did add extra rubber bushings under the pump housing (sheet metal base) to provide a good sturdy mount.

 

[bubbacuse77]

I just made a post showing a fellow what I made last summer. I used the same Northern pump and water blocking filter..Total cost less than $200. I did have corrosion under the saddle straps from road salt and I cleaned that up prior to mounting it. I used an external fuel sealing compound to paint over the aluminum where I removed the corrosion. That isolates the steel bands from the aluminum and stops dissimilar corrosion. Easy to transport to off road fuel station.

hbarski,

Does the pump just cavitate when it is on and you are not depressing the nozzle to dispense fluid? If so is that a problem? Also how do you get makeup air in the tank when dispensing fluid?

 

[hbarski]

The pump has an internal bypass that kicks in when it builds up back pressure. The tank had a sintered breather vent next to the outlet fitting. Just thought I would add that it pumps at least 10 gpm. A lot faster than the gas station pumps. Doesn't cavitate or create any type of vacuum in the tank. I'm really impressed with that northern tool pump.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

The pump has an internal bypass that kicks in when it builds up back pressure. The tank had a sintered breather vent next to the outlet fitting. Just thought I would add that it pumps at least 10 gpm. A lot faster than the gas station pumps. Doesn't cavitate or create any type of vacuum in the tank. I'm really impressed with that northern tool pump.

You may have mentioned already,but I do not remember, how long have you been using the pump? Mine is HF not Northern, but still same smell. Most I talk to have had it for a good while and like you are happy with its performance.

 

[hbarski]

About a year and use it monthly. Same unit built in china. Like anything chinese made, quality control is lacking, but with a little tweaking and polishing, it does the job. I thought about a hand pump and considered several, but for the money I just couldn't see hand pumping when this was available and I always have batteries around.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

About a year and use it monthly. Same unit built in china. Like anything chinese made, quality control is lacking, but with a little tweaking and polishing, it does the job. I thought about a hand pump and considered several, but for the money I just couldn't see hand pumping when this was available and I always have batteries around.

Well this is true.

What did you use to glue the pipes together?

 

[hbarski]

Yellow plumbers dope #5.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

Yellow plumbers dope #5.

Find it at home depot?

 

[sdkubota]

I would have purchased a normal pickup tank. I used to carry a 110 gal "L" tank with a toolbox on top. Great combo and you don't have to run to the pumps all the time to get re-filled.

 

[CBW1999]

Find it at home depot?

Home Depot, Lowes both have a variety. Gotta read the labels real close to make sure it fits the application. I prefer to go to Ace Hardware- their "house brand" is usually less expensive.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

I would have purchased a normal pickup tank. I used to carry a 110 gal "L" tank with a toolbox on top. Great combo and you don't have to run to the pumps all the time to get re-filled.

Thought bout buying one, but all the cheap ones are steel. At tractor supply a 50gal was $250. They did have 100gal on sale for $300, but I might not use all of it for 3+/- months. I dont want fuel sitting that long. Not to mention you still have to buy a pump and the cheapest is the one new is what I got for $125. I dont like the way the tanks are set up with the drain plugs either. The tool box combo is nice and looks great, but I like to be able to use the full 8' bed on my pick up.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

Home Depot, Lowes both have a variety. Gotta read the labels real close to make sure it fits the application. I prefer to go to Ace Hardware- their "house brand" is usually less expensive.

All have to see how close there is an Ace Hardware to me.

 

[hbarski]

Mineral oil base.

 

[creekbend]

By reviewing all the posts, it is evident that many members have a well thought out system. This is the system that I incorporated. My kubota L4400 has a 11.1 gallon tank. I bought a Duramax flo-n-go at TSC. It holds 14 gallon and I sprayed it yellow and put a "Diesel" sign on it because it was originally red in color. I built a set of steps with side rails a foot taller than the hood of my tractor. With my son-in-law's assistance, I place the tank on top of the steps and use the hose to fill the tank. It is fairly easy to fill the tank at the fuel pump and is portable with the use of the wheels. It stores away in the corner of the shed easy. Flo N' Go - Products

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

Mineral oil base.

Thanx again!

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

I took a piece of flat and wrapped around a piece of pipe bout the size of the tank to make the straps.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

Some more pics of the skid for the tank.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

Update. Got a bit more done.

1st pic - trying to figure out pump placement.

2nd pic -you can see lifting points, nozzle holder, shelves, straps with part of turn buckles welded on, chains to hook to other end of turn buckles, brace for holding pipe with fuel filter mounting base, and some bad welds.

3rd pic - we got it grinded, wire wheeled, and primed right before storm came in.

We still need to finish painting and clean aluminum fuel tank before mounting. Also need to make sure we put something between aluminum tank and metal straps or the steel will rot out the aluminum if my memory serves me correct.

 

[dex3361]

You have me looking for an aluminum truck tank. Nice work.

 

[ToolBoxTavern]

You have me looking for an aluminum truck tank. Nice work.

It is really the way to go. If you have a big truck salvage near you then you can end up with a tank that will not rust and have a larger or same fuel capacity for less money.