LRA fuel tank question

[parb]

For those that have the LRA fuel tank, did you notice any reduction in clearance over obstacles?
Does it have a skid plate?

I use the metal cloak extra brace for the rear muffler skid plate. Is this compatible with the lra tank?

INEOS Grenadier Muffler Skid Reinforcement Bracket

The MetalCloak Muffler Skid Reinforcement is engineered to fortify the factory muffler skid plate with added strength, rugged durability, and a clean factory look that doesn't compromise capability on the INEOS Grenadier. Features Include: Fits Ineos Grenadier Formed 3/16” Steel Reinforcement...

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I'm basically trying to figure out if the lra tank is compatible with rock climbing?

 

[Clark Kent]

For those that have the LRA fuel tank, did you notice any reduction in clearance over obstacles?
Does it have a skid plate?

I use the metal cloak extra brace for the rear muffler skid plate. Is this compatible with the lra tank?

INEOS Grenadier Muffler Skid Reinforcement Bracket

The MetalCloak Muffler Skid Reinforcement is engineered to fortify the factory muffler skid plate with added strength, rugged durability, and a clean factory look that doesn't compromise capability on the INEOS Grenadier. Features Include: Fits Ineos Grenadier Formed 3/16” Steel Reinforcement...

metalcloak.com

I'm basically trying to figure out if the lra tank is compatible with rock climbing?

I have the diesel tank but it's very similar below the mounts (the petrol tank is taller)

The LRA info says the skid is retained for the petrol aux tank - same as the diesel tank - so the departure clearance is unchanged.

Ineos Grenadier Petrol Wagon - 90L Auxiliary

Ineos Grenadier Petrol Wagon 90L Auxiliary Fuel Tank

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The metalcloak bracket appears to occupy the same space above the skid as the LRA tank so I expect you cannot have both installed.

 

[Graniteone]

Clearance is the same, no issue.

 

[Tenac]

Plus one on clearance and factory skid still there.

 

[AFdude412]

Or after you bash your stock skid, just raw-dog it.

Seriously, those tanks are tough. I've put a few scratches in mine now and may Permabond some sort of HDPE to it. for a little extra glide over rocks.

 

[parb]

ok, i'll give it some thought. worst case i go back to the factory skid plate holder if i decide to purse the LR tank.
I really like that tank though....

have you wired it up to one of the overhead switches or did you all mount an extra switch? I am in favor of as mounting it stealthy.

 

[Clark Kent]

ok, i'll give it some thought. worst case i go back to the factory skid plate holder if i decide to purse the LR tank.
I really like that tank though....

have you wired it up to one of the overhead switches or did you all mount an extra switch? I am in favor of as mounting it stealthy.

The LRA kit instructions are to wire it to INT2 but that's most likely for installer convenience. The quantity level gauge unit is also an on/off switch so the supply circuit doesn't need to be switched.

 

[Brad@SuperiorCO]

Agree with @Clark Kent - INT2 is a convenience, mine is wired there. But if I ever have a need of that switch, I will just move it to the supply circuit.

 

[DenisM]

The LRA kit instructions are to wire it to INT2 but that's most likely for installer convenience. The quantity level gauge unit is also an on/off switch so the supply circuit doesn't need to be switched.

I switched mine through INT2 but used a splice behind the RH foot panel to power additional "whatever" in the future.
Using Switch 5 with INT2 also allows one to top up from aux tank when parked. This recalibrates the computer like a normal servo stop and precludes the computer storing annoying reminders of low fuel well after the aux contents have been transferred, if the pump switch is activated while driving...