Description
Radium Engineering Surge Tanks are designed to eliminate fuel starvation in high-performance and motorsports applications. During hard acceleration, braking, cornering, or low fuel conditions, fuel can slosh away from the factory fuel pump pickup, causing dangerous lean conditions. A surge tank acts as a secondary fuel reservoir, ensuring a constant supply of fuel to your engine when it needs it most.
Manufactured from high-quality aluminum and engineered for maximum reliability, Radium surge tanks are a popular solution for turbocharged, supercharged, track-driven, drag racing, drifting, and off-road vehicles.
Understanding Radium Surge Tank Options
Radium offers several surge tank configurations to suit different horsepower goals and fuel system requirements:
Single Pump Surge Tanks
Ideal for moderate-performance vehicles that need protection against fuel starvation without requiring extreme fuel flow. A single-pump setup is commonly used for street cars, mild forced-induction builds, and weekend track vehicles.
Best for:
Street performance builds
Naturally aspirated applications
Moderate turbocharged or supercharged setups
Dual Pump Surge Tanks
Designed for higher horsepower applications requiring greater fuel volume. Dual pumps provide increased fuel delivery while maintaining fuel pressure during demanding conditions.
Best for:
High-boost turbocharged vehicles
E85 fuel systems
Serious street and track builds
Triple Pump Surge Tanks
Built for extreme horsepower applications where maximum fuel flow is critical. Triple-pump systems are commonly found in drag racing, high-horsepower street cars, and professional motorsports vehicles.
Best for:
1,000+ horsepower builds
Large turbo applications
Dedicated race vehicles
Pump Compatibility Options
Many Radium surge tanks are available:
Without pumps for customers building a custom fuel system.
With Walbro, TI Automotive, or brushless fuel pumps pre-configured for easier installation.
With different pump outlet sizes and plumbing options to accommodate varying fuel system layouts.
Which Surge Tank Is Right for You?
If your vehicle experiences fuel starvation during aggressive driving, a surge tank is one of the most effective solutions available. Single-pump systems are suitable for most street and mild performance builds, while dual and triple-pump setups provide the fuel volume necessary for high-horsepower and ethanol-fueled applications.
Whether you're building a street car, drift car, road race vehicle, or drag car, Radium Engineering surge tanks deliver consistent fuel supply, improved reliability, and peace of mind under the most demanding driving conditions.