Auxiliary Fuel Tank

[mick]

Well I love my Triumph 190 but I need to add an item to my wish list. The stock fuel tank holds 39 gallons. I would love 10 more or even better, 20 more. The 191 FS has a 60 gallon tank. So why only 39 on the 190?

So here is my question: Has anyone tried to add an auxiliary fuel tank to the 190? If so, I would love to hear the details.

I am getting 4.5 mpg with my Suzuki 140 in ocean waters and I would feel better if I could carry at least 50 gallons of fuel (60 would be better).

Any thoughts???

mick

[MolarBoater]

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Dang, I know I can get 150NM at least on a tank with a 140. Have you thought about just getting a small fuel bladder or a coupel 5 gallon plastic tanks with the proper quick connects? I bet changing out the tank would be a MAJOR hassle since the console is bolted down on top of it......plus you would have to have more fuel to store/treat and turn over if you store for several months.

[mick]

Originally Posted by MolarBoater

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Dang, I know I can get 150NM at least on a tank with a 140. Have you thought about just getting a small fuel bladder or a coupel 5 gallon plastic tanks with the proper quick connects? I bet changing out the tank would be a MAJOR hassle since the console is bolted down on top of it......plus you would have to have more fuel to store/treat and turn over if you store for several months.

Thanks MB, I thought about gas cans, but I didn't want to haul fuel above deck if I could help it. Yesterday I went 117 miles and used 26.1 gallons which is 4.48 mpg. We went Southwest of the Coronado Islands into Mexican waters and it was windy and rough. I spent most of the day bucking a mixed swell. I did a good deal of trolling and left the motor running during some of our drifts. I would say 140-150 is the max distance I would want to go and still maintain a margin of safety. I have friends with bigger boats if I need to go out beyond that.

So let me ask this: I have a 14 x 17 alum prop. If I go to a 14 x 19 what effect will that have on fuel consumption?

thanks

mick