Attention: TDR Forum Junkies 
Howdy all,
I tried to post this awhile back, and somehow the system "timed
out" on me and my post was lost. Since I had such an extremely
positive experience, I wanted to make sure to post about both
the company and their fine product.
-----
It all started when I called TransferFlow back in October I think,
to schedule my installation. I live about 120 miles from their shop
in Chico, and as I went to college at Cal State U. Chico, any
excuse to go back to Chico is always welcome
So, I called and
talked with a sales rep. He asked how I heard of their company, I
said the TDR. He then asked me if I had any fuel system
modifications. I explained about the pusher pump I had installed
back by the tank. The sales guy said the TF tank goes right along
the frame all the way to the transfer case, and so my extra fuel
pump would be in the way and I should remove it before the
install appointment. Now how is that for pro-active
notification??
They have two installation times - 7 & 11 AM. Since I wanted to
get back to work in Sacramento for some of the day, I opted for
the 7AM time. Ok, so I arrive at 6:45, and a guy in a beautiful
white Cummins pulls in next to me. We go into the office, and
what do we see, but a big sign on the receptionists desk
welcoming all the install appointments for the day. Our names,
what city/town we're each from, etc. . Now how is that for making
you feel welcomed and a valued customer??
Now before the actual install ever starts, they do a full vehicle
walk around damage inspection with you, so that everyone
knows exactly what damage you came in with, and what, if any,
was caused by TF during the install. That was totally unexpected,
and very professional in my opinion!
So, Gary, the other 7AM install appointment, the guy with the
other Cummins, and I get to talking, and we find we are each
a TDR member. So we spend most of the morning swapping
BOMB stories, etc... .
A while in to the install, I get called out to the shop for a question
about something. I found the technician doing my install was
concerned about the type of hose clamps I had used on my fuel
line when I removed my helper pump and ran a NAPA all fuel
rated line from the hard line up to the braided lines I have close
to the fuel filter. I had used garden variety hose clamps (2 of
them) and his concern was that I would have to drop the TF tank
to ever get to them if they were to leak. He suggested they be
replaced with permanent compression OBD II type clamps. Again,
how's that for great customer care??
Ok, so I spent the rest of the time talking and BSing with the tech
while he finished up the install. After the tank was in, they
transfer all your old fuel into the new tank after filtering it. Then,
they fill your tank up completely before you ever get the truck
back, to make sure there are absolutely no leaks. Wow!!
Now, another full walk around damage inspection just to make
sure no damage occurred during the install. None. Not even a
scratch Now back inside for the final paperwork. This is where
the folks at TFI really shine... ... They give you information about
exactly how much the tank holds at each point on the factory fuel
gauge. When they are filling the tank, they write down exactly
how many gallons at E, 1/8, 1/4, 3/8... . all the way to F on the
gauge. SO now I know *exactly* how much fuel I have at any
given point, no more guessing. They also show you what the
average diesel or gas price in Chico is at that date, so you know
they aren't ripping you off for the cost of filling the tank for you.
Now for a nice little surprise. The tank is marketed as a 54 gallon
tank. It actually holds a shade over 60 gallons. I was told that by
law, there must be ~10% room for fuel expansion, and so if the
tank holds 60 gallons, they have to market it as a 54 gallon tank.
So, if you wanted to, you could fill it to the last drop and get a
few more gallons that you thought you could.
Oh, I also asked to keep my OEM tank, which they were happy to
let me have back. So, if anyone out there is interested, I have my
OEM tank and hanger brackets in my garage.
So, do you get the feeling that I am completely thrilled with the
service, service, service and service I received from TransferFlow
Inc. ?? Well, I am! Not to mention their tanks are simply
unbelievable! This thing is massive, and built like a bank vault. It
dwarfs the OEM tank, which is pretty darn huge itself. The TFI
tank goes from the rear axle right up to the back end of the 4x4
transfer case, so if I ever need any transmission/clutch/transfer
case work done, I will likely have to drop the tank.
Oh, forgot to mention I took advantage of their current special on
in-shop installs. $125 instead of the normal $160 (I think) for this
tank. So, the $35 savings there more than paid for my fuel,
breakfast and lunch to drive up there
Oh, in case you were wondering, the final bill for tank, installation
and fuel came to $902 and change.
Great company, great product. I can't over-recommend them if
you are considering a fuel tank BOMB.
Almost forgot to mention this. I know the folks at TransferFlow
Inc. are TDR members. I saw a couple of offices that had framed
articles from the TDR, as well as other trade magazines, hung
with pride on their walls. Now how
is that!
disclaimer: no vendor affiliations at all - just a happy customer!
Happy Holidays all
Tom
I tried to post this awhile back, and somehow the system "timed
out" on me and my post was lost. Since I had such an extremely
positive experience, I wanted to make sure to post about both
the company and their fine product.
-----
It all started when I called TransferFlow back in October I think,
to schedule my installation. I live about 120 miles from their shop
in Chico, and as I went to college at Cal State U. Chico, any
excuse to go back to Chico is always welcome
So, I called and talked with a sales rep. He asked how I heard of their company, I
said the TDR. He then asked me if I had any fuel system
modifications. I explained about the pusher pump I had installed
back by the tank. The sales guy said the TF tank goes right along
the frame all the way to the transfer case, and so my extra fuel
pump would be in the way and I should remove it before the
install appointment. Now how is that for pro-active
notification??
They have two installation times - 7 & 11 AM. Since I wanted to
get back to work in Sacramento for some of the day, I opted for
the 7AM time. Ok, so I arrive at 6:45, and a guy in a beautiful
white Cummins pulls in next to me. We go into the office, and
what do we see, but a big sign on the receptionists desk
welcoming all the install appointments for the day. Our names,
what city/town we're each from, etc. . Now how is that for making
you feel welcomed and a valued customer??
Now before the actual install ever starts, they do a full vehicle
walk around damage inspection with you, so that everyone
knows exactly what damage you came in with, and what, if any,
was caused by TF during the install. That was totally unexpected,
and very professional in my opinion!
So, Gary, the other 7AM install appointment, the guy with the
other Cummins, and I get to talking, and we find we are each
a TDR member. So we spend most of the morning swapping
BOMB stories, etc... .
A while in to the install, I get called out to the shop for a question
about something. I found the technician doing my install was
concerned about the type of hose clamps I had used on my fuel
line when I removed my helper pump and ran a NAPA all fuel
rated line from the hard line up to the braided lines I have close
to the fuel filter. I had used garden variety hose clamps (2 of
them) and his concern was that I would have to drop the TF tank
to ever get to them if they were to leak. He suggested they be
replaced with permanent compression OBD II type clamps. Again,
how's that for great customer care??
Ok, so I spent the rest of the time talking and BSing with the tech
while he finished up the install. After the tank was in, they
transfer all your old fuel into the new tank after filtering it. Then,
they fill your tank up completely before you ever get the truck
back, to make sure there are absolutely no leaks. Wow!!
Now, another full walk around damage inspection just to make
sure no damage occurred during the install. None. Not even a
scratch
Now back inside for the final paperwork. This is where the folks at TFI really shine... ... They give you information about
exactly how much the tank holds at each point on the factory fuel
gauge. When they are filling the tank, they write down exactly
how many gallons at E, 1/8, 1/4, 3/8... . all the way to F on the
gauge. SO now I know *exactly* how much fuel I have at any
given point, no more guessing. They also show you what the
average diesel or gas price in Chico is at that date, so you know
they aren't ripping you off for the cost of filling the tank for you.
Now for a nice little surprise. The tank is marketed as a 54 gallon
tank. It actually holds a shade over 60 gallons. I was told that by
law, there must be ~10% room for fuel expansion, and so if the
tank holds 60 gallons, they have to market it as a 54 gallon tank.
So, if you wanted to, you could fill it to the last drop and get a
few more gallons that you thought you could.
Oh, I also asked to keep my OEM tank, which they were happy to
let me have back. So, if anyone out there is interested, I have my
OEM tank and hanger brackets in my garage.
So, do you get the feeling that I am completely thrilled with the
service, service, service and service I received from TransferFlow
Inc. ?? Well, I am! Not to mention their tanks are simply
unbelievable! This thing is massive, and built like a bank vault. It
dwarfs the OEM tank, which is pretty darn huge itself. The TFI
tank goes from the rear axle right up to the back end of the 4x4
transfer case, so if I ever need any transmission/clutch/transfer
case work done, I will likely have to drop the tank.
Oh, forgot to mention I took advantage of their current special on
in-shop installs. $125 instead of the normal $160 (I think) for this
tank. So, the $35 savings there more than paid for my fuel,
breakfast and lunch to drive up there
Oh, in case you were wondering, the final bill for tank, installation
and fuel came to $902 and change.
Great company, great product. I can't over-recommend them if
you are considering a fuel tank BOMB.
Almost forgot to mention this. I know the folks at TransferFlow
Inc. are TDR members. I saw a couple of offices that had framed
articles from the TDR, as well as other trade magazines, hung
with pride on their walls. Now how
is that!disclaimer: no vendor affiliations at all - just a happy customer!
Happy Holidays all
Tom
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