Fuel Tank Swap

[HemiCane]

Hello, my 2020 Laramie has the standard fuel tank and I'm a little disappointed in the range its giving me. My questions is has anyone done the swap to the larger 33 gallon tank, if yes how much will it run and will the computer get flashed for the new capacity.

 

[dts828]

Check this thread for all the info you want, yes it can be done but more expensive to go from 23 to 33. Cheaper if you already have the 26 gal tank as the pump is the same as the 26 and 33.

Retrofitting the 33 gallon tank

Anyone know how feasible swapping gas tanks would be? My mileage thus far has been pretty terrible and I’m kinda regretting not getting the larger gas tank. I would think it could dropped in and replace/recalibrate the fuel level sensor.

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[HemiCane]

Check this thread for all the info you want, yes it can be done but more expensive to go from 23 to 33. Cheaper if you already have the 26 gal tank as the pump is the same as the 26 and 33.

https://5thgenrams.com/communi...the-33-gallon-tank.1621/page-7

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I had no idea there is three tank sizes, how do I know which one I actually have ?

 

[Stevenc150]

I had no idea there is three tank sizes, how do I know which one I actually have ?

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[Clayinfla]

Check this thread for all the info you want, yes it can be done but more expensive to go from 23 to 33. Cheaper if you already have the 26 gal tank as the pump is the same as the 26 and 33.

https://5thgenrams.com/communi...the-33-gallon-tank.1621/page-7

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I get a 404 error on that link.

 

[Goatmann]

OP, my bet is you have the 26 gal fuel cell.

 

[Nukegm426]

Depends on what motor you have, standard hemi would give you the 26 unless it’s optioned for the 33. The etorque hemi drops down to the 23 unless optioned to the 33 for some stupid reason.

 

[Skater]

Depends on what motor you have, standard hemi would give you the 26 unless it’s optioned for the 33. The etorque hemi drops down to the 23 unless optioned to the 33 for some stupid reason.

". . . some stupid reason" is about as accurate a statement as has ever been spoken." I understand the smaller tank to allow for the battery pack for the 48v system, but then to allow the 33 gal. tank to go in its place, but only have a standard 26 gal. on the non 48v system just does not make sense to me.

 

[Nukegm426]

That’s the kicker, the battery pack is in the cab! It’s on the back wall behind the seat back. There is no physical reason to have done this.

". . . some stupid reason" is about as accurate a statement as has ever been spoken." I understand the smaller tank to allow for the battery pack for the 48v system, but then to allow the 33 gal. tank to go in its place, but only have a standard 26 gal. on the non 48v system just does not make sense to me.

 

[Scram1500]

Not having the 33 gallon tank as standard is ridiculous, the optional tank should be bigger, like 45 gallons. There's plenty of room under there. I'm sure it's directly connected to payload ratings, which seem low but these are only half tons technically.

 

[Skater]

Not having the 33 gallon tank as standard is ridiculous, the optional tank should be bigger, like 45 gallons. There's plenty of room under there. I'm sure it's directly connected to payload ratings, which seem low but these are only half tons technically.

100% agree.

 

[dts828]

I get a 404 error on that link.

Sorry link fixed

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[mikeru82]

Not having the 33 gallon tank as standard is ridiculous, the optional tank should be bigger, like 45 gallons. There's plenty of room under there. I'm sure it's directly connected to payload ratings, which seem low but these are only half tons technically.

Agreed. A 33 gallon tank is adequate for a half-ton truck. A 23 gallon tank is more like a joke. It would make at least a little bit of sense if the etorque system actually provided better fuel economy. Put in a smaller fuel tank to offset the additional weight the etorque system adds to the truck. And the added fuel economy should help make up for the smaller tank. But unless you're only doing city driving, the etorque does nothing for you as far as fuel economy is concerned. I bought my truck assuming it had a 26 gallon tank since there was nothing indicating the dealer had ordered it with the 33 gallon tank. It wasn't until the first fill-up that got me wondering. I had run the DTE down to less than 30 miles, but when I filled up I was only able to fit a little more than 19 gallons in. Checked my build sheet and sure enough, 23 gallon tank. It's not a huge issue since I rarely tow. But it definitely causes me to have to stop for gas more often than I had to with my previous truck. I wanted to keep this truck for a long time, but now I'm rethinking that. Swapping the 23 gallon for a 33 gallon will cost thousands.

 

[HemiCane]

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Thank you, I have the 5.7 e-torque and sure enough its got the 23 gallon tank. This is very very disappointing and something that got me totally off guard.

 

[Sonnie]

I'm right there with you... the 23 gallon tank seriously caught me by surprise as well. I was just assuming it was a 26 gallon until I filled up and realized something was up. I know 3 gallons isn't a lot, but the 26 is already small enough on a truck. I'm use to the larger tanks and now wish I'd not gotten the totally useless and aggravating e-Torque and looked for one with the 33 gallon tank. While I love the truck overall, I have a touch of buyer's remorse.

 

[HemiCane]

I'm right there with you... the 23 gallon tank seriously caught me by surprise as well. I was just assuming it was a 26 gallon until I filled up and realized something was up. I know 3 gallons isn't a lot, but the 26 is already small enough on a truck. I'm use to the larger tanks and now wish I'd not gotten the totally useless and aggravating e-Torque and looked for one with the 33 gallon tank. While I love the truck overall, I have a touch of buyer's remorse.

Well after much debating i have decided to bend over and do the change from the 23 gallon to a 33 tank. I kept my 09 for almost 12 years and at my age this is probably going to with me for a while so I went for it, there is nothing worse than towing and constantly looking at the fuel gauge. Truck was dropped off today at the dealer so I will let you know how it goes.

 

[PorBoy]

^^^. Nice, if mine ever left the driveway this would definitely be something that I would benefit from...

 

[Sonnie]

Well after much debating i have decided to bend over and do the change from the 23 gallon to a 33 tank. I kept my 09 for almost 12 years and at my age this is probably going to with me for a while so I went for it, there is nothing worse than towing and constantly looking at the fuel gauge. Truck was dropped off today at the dealer so I will let you know how it goes.

Yes... very interested in how it goes. I hate having to stop every 4-5 days to gas up.

 

[rotts4u]

Depends on what motor you have, standard hemi would give you the 26 unless it’s optioned for the 33. The etorque hemi drops down to the 23 unless optioned to the 33 for some stupid reason.

My 2019 Longhorn 5.7 eTorque has a standard 26 Gallon tank. Did they change it back to 23 in 2020 maybe?

 

[nburd]

Well after much debating i have decided to bend over and do the change from the 23 gallon to a 33 tank. I kept my 09 for almost 12 years and at my age this is probably going to with me for a while so I went for it, there is nothing worse than towing and constantly looking at the fuel gauge. Truck was dropped off today at the dealer so I will let you know how it goes.

Let us know the cost of the upgrade when you have it. The last thread showed $2138 at the dealer. Wow!