{"product_id":"stretch-underbody-fuel-cell-for-tj-lj","title":"Stretch Underbody Fuel Cell for TJ \/ LJ","description":"\u003cp\u003eStretched wheelbase tube fender rock crawling Jeeps have become very common on the trails. The Motobilt Stretched TJ Fuel Cell offers room to keep the tank underneath the Jeep and stretch the wheelbase in the rear up to 6” depending on the axle you are running. The Motobilt Stretch Fuel Cell with skid plate is designed for hardcore wheeling and hold up for many years to come.  Like all of the Motobilt tanks they are manufactured in house utilizing state of the art laser cutting and forming technology. We stand behind our tanks and guarantee them against manufacture defect. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a heavy duty upgrade to 1997-2006 Jeep TJ or LJ, this 14.5 gallon fuel tank features an all aluminum fuel cell constructed from 1\/8” thick aluminum sheet that is precision CNC laser cut \u0026amp; CNC press brake formed. The tank is TIG welded for superior weld strength \u0026amp; weld finish. The fuel fill \u0026amp; vent tubes are CNC machined then TIG welded to the aluminum tank body. These machined parts are positioned in the factory location \u0026amp; accept the factory fuel filler hose \u0026amp; vent tube from a 97'-02' TJ (not included). TJ's made between 03'-06' will need to purchase the older style fuel filler hose and vent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe top side of the tank also features a roll over valve (included) . A -8 AN fitting has been added for the 2005-2006 models as they require a return line. (not included) We also include a ¾” thick machined aluminum mount location for the stock Jeep TJ fuel pump from a 2005-2006 model ONLY. \u003cspan\u003eThis means if you have an older model TJ you will need to buy a fuel pump \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#ff0000\"\u003eand \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003epigtail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to work with this fuel cell. Select the option to purchase the pigtail along with the fuel cell, or purchase \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/motobilt.com\/products\/fuel-pump-pigtail-for-stretch-underbody-fuel-cell-for-tj-lj\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere separately\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eThe sealing of the fuel pump is done via an integrated o-ring groove (o-ring not included). The o-ring this is sized for this fuel tight seal also fits a 2007-2018 Jeep JK\/JKU fuel tank.\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003efuel pump seal (Mopar #55366298AA – \u003cstrong\u003eNOT included\u003c\/strong\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e  The stock TJ fuel pump is securely sandwiched by an upper steel clamping ring \u0026amp; eight (8) ¼” hex bolts (fasteners included).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Motobilt TJ Stretch Fuel Cell is fully protected by a heavy duty 3\/16” steel skid. The steel skid is fully MIG welded \u0026amp; perfectly mounts to your stock TJ frame. The aluminum fuel tank is secured to the steel skid using two steel hold down straps complete with adjustable fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Motobilt TJ Stretch Tank does NOT require a body lift to install. \u003cstrong\u003eWill NOT work with Motobilt TJ or LJ Back Half Kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-2006 Jeep TJ and LJ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with factory exhaust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTIG welded aluminum fuel cell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows for up to 6” wheelbase stretch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWorks with many rear axles including GM 14 bolts, Ford Sterling 10.25\/10.5, Dana 60, Dana 44, Ford 8.8, and many more. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKID PLATE INCLUDED\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/16” thick steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls into the factory fuel tank location. Will work without stretching your wheelbase also. I.e. You do not have to stretch your wheelbase in order to install this tank. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses a 2005 - 2006 Jeep TJ Fuel Pump \u003cstrong\u003eONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14.5 gallon capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips raw steel and raw aluminum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for off-road use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes NOT require a body lift to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 50lbs (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pigtail adapter is needed for 2004 and earlier TJ’s to adapt to the newer 2005-2006 TJ fuel pump that is required for this tank. You must use a 2005-2006 pump this does \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e allow the use of the older pumps. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory fuel filler hose \u0026amp; vent tube from a 97'-02' TJ (not included). TJ's made between 03'-06' will need to purchase the older style fuel filler hose and vent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJeep TJ fuel pump from a 2005-2006 model ONLY (NOT included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF\u003cspan\u003euel pump seal (Mopar #55366298AA – NOT included)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen routing vent hose from the brass roll over valve be sure to loop the hose all the way around the tank before exiting out underneath the Jeep. If running Evap this is the same hose that you will tie into that system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2714\/8736\/files\/MB5020_-_Shipping.pdf?v=1608648238\" class=\"btn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct Components\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2714\/8736\/files\/MB5020-TJ-LJ-Alum-Fuel-Tank-skid-installation-instructions8-5-2022.pdf?v=1659726580\" class=\"btn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Motobilt","offers":[{"title":"Fuel Cell Only","offer_id":44231257620579,"sku":"MB5020","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fuel Cell with Pigtail Adapter (for TJ's Older Than 2005)","offer_id":44231257653347,"sku":"MB5020-MB5057","price":1019.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/2548\/0547\/files\/MB5020-view-4.jpg?v=1780343383","url":"https:\/\/offroadnchillstore.com\/products\/stretch-underbody-fuel-cell-for-tj-lj","provider":"Off Road n Chill Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}