Propane tanks?

JeffK5 · 06-07-2007, 08:43 PM

Wondering if anyone knows of places in the Cincinnati area where a permanently mounted LP tank can be filled? My current project will be propane powered and I had planned on running forklift tanks (7.5gal.) but I found a D.O.T approved 23gal commercial tank that would work nicely.

With a 16" dia. and a length of around 42" it would fit perfectly in the back of my k5 and offer roughly 160 miles of range.

Jeff

94Dodge Truggy · 06-07-2007, 09:11 PM

uhauls around the fairfield area and lp gas fill the tank that is mounted under my truck.

JeffK5 · 06-07-2007, 09:32 PM

That's good to know that uhaul will fill mounted tanks! From past posts I know that your a Cummins guy so I'm assuming that your using propane as diesel performance booster? When uhaul fills your tank do they look for a DOT tag or just take your money?! How big's your tank and whats it cost to fill?

Thanks, Jeff

fabricator · 06-07-2007, 11:25 PM

hay if you know where anymore of them large tanks are at
let me know will ya....

94Dodge Truggy · 06-08-2007, 08:56 AM

The local uhaul that I visit most on RT 4 checked the 1st time, but does not any more. All the rest check date and ask how much propane it takes to fill it. Just stamp your own date on the tank!

23 gallons will only get you 160 miles? Is it 675 hp?

JeffK5 · 06-08-2007, 09:51 AM

I was told by Kyle at gotpropane that I was looking at about 5-7 MPG if your in&out of it with a built 454.

KargoMaster · 06-08-2007, 10:28 AM

I have to think that Wardway would... but along Colerain... Uhaul, maybe someplace like Handy Rent-a-tool (when I picked up a bobcat for my brother a few weeks ago, I asked if they fill forklift tanks... they said yes, for $.75/lb

seems like a higher than average price...)

I'll have two ~10gal and two ~8gal forklift tanks, hoping not to have to mess with it for a long weekend... :confused:

sarge · 06-14-2007, 02:03 AM

ACE hardware also will fill LP , I have the RV tank filled at the one on Liberty Fairfield at RT 4 , last time I pulled around in the RV the kid had no idea what he was doing ..... let alone checking the tank.

fabricator · 06-14-2007, 02:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fabricator

hay if you know where anymore of them large tanks are at
let me know will ya....

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JeffK5 · 06-15-2007, 07:27 PM

Well I actually saw a tank first hand today and it looks to be 16 dia. and 44" long with a 4-6 inch protective guard around the fill and vent ports.

Has a cert. # and a advertised capacity of 28.5 gal.

These where used to store propane on refrigeration trailers , they've switched to diesel and these things are along for the ride.

Fabricator, is one of these worth $50 to you.. I was thinking of offering the guy $100 for 2.

I can't promise anything as the old man that owns the trailer shop thinks everything he has is made of gold but it's worth a try.

Jeff

fabricator · 06-16-2007, 07:42 AM

yes

fabricator · 07-12-2007, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fabricator

hay if you know where anymore of them large tanks are at
let me know will ya....

still looking
...........

JeffK5 · 07-12-2007, 01:39 PM

I have one for you Fab, I paid $70 for it ...PM your email and I'll send you pics of it!

Jeff

06-07-2007, 08:43 PM	#1
JeffK5 Tiny Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colerain Posts: 798	Propane tanks? Wondering if anyone knows of places in the Cincinnati area where a permanently mounted LP tank can be filled? My current project will be propane powered and I had planned on running forklift tanks (7.5gal.) but I found a D.O.T approved 23gal commercial tank that would work nicely. With a 16" dia. and a length of around 42" it would fit perfectly in the back of my k5 and offer roughly 160 miles of range. Jeff

06-07-2007, 11:25 PM	#4
fabricator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincy, Oh Posts: 947	hay if you know where anymore of them large tanks are at let me know will ya.... __________________ For you guys who can't drive, I have owned a frame rack for several years. Prices are based on your skill and ability to wreck it....

06-08-2007, 08:56 AM	#5
94Dodge Truggy EX-Vice President Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 3,048	The local uhaul that I visit most on RT 4 checked the 1st time, but does not any more. All the rest check date and ask how much propane it takes to fill it. Just stamp your own date on the tank! 23 gallons will only get you 160 miles? Is it 675 hp? Last edited by 94Dodge Truggy; 06-08-2007 at 09:01 AM.

06-08-2007, 10:28 AM	#7
KargoMaster Cleaning off the rust... Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,009	I have to think that Wardway would... but along Colerain... Uhaul, maybe someplace like Handy Rent-a-tool (when I picked up a bobcat for my brother a few weeks ago, I asked if they fill forklift tanks... they said yes, for $.75/lb seems like a higher than average price...) I'll have two ~10gal and two ~8gal forklift tanks, hoping not to have to mess with it for a long weekend... :confused: __________________ brad 5.0L \| 435 \| 203 \| 300 \| 4.10 \| 39.5 Buildup BACK underway...

06-16-2007, 07:42 AM	#11
fabricator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincy, Oh Posts: 947	yes __________________ For you guys who can't drive, I have owned a frame rack for several years. Prices are based on your skill and ability to wreck it....

06-07-2007, 09:11 PM	#2
94Dodge Truggy EX-Vice President Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 3,048	uhauls around the fairfield area and lp gas fill the tank that is mounted under my truck.

06-07-2007, 09:32 PM	#3
JeffK5 Tiny Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colerain Posts: 798	That's good to know that uhaul will fill mounted tanks! From past posts I know that your a Cummins guy so I'm assuming that your using propane as diesel performance booster? When uhaul fills your tank do they look for a DOT tag or just take your money?! How big's your tank and whats it cost to fill? Thanks, Jeff

06-08-2007, 09:51 AM	#6
JeffK5 Tiny Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colerain Posts: 798	I was told by Kyle at gotpropane that I was looking at about 5-7 MPG if your in&out of it with a built 454.

06-14-2007, 02:03 AM	#8
sarge Pure Bacon Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Trenton, Oh Posts: 1,098	ACE hardware also will fill LP , I have the RV tank filled at the one on Liberty Fairfield at RT 4 , last time I pulled around in the RV the kid had no idea what he was doing ..... let alone checking the tank.

06-15-2007, 07:27 PM	#10
JeffK5 Tiny Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colerain Posts: 798	Well I actually saw a tank first hand today and it looks to be 16 dia. and 44" long with a 4-6 inch protective guard around the fill and vent ports. Has a cert. # and a advertised capacity of 28.5 gal. These where used to store propane on refrigeration trailers , they've switched to diesel and these things are along for the ride. Fabricator, is one of these worth $50 to you.. I was thinking of offering the guy $100 for 2. I can't promise anything as the old man that owns the trailer shop thinks everything he has is made of gold but it's worth a try. Jeff

07-12-2007, 01:39 PM	#13
JeffK5 Tiny Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colerain Posts: 798	I have one for you Fab, I paid $70 for it ...PM your email and I'll send you pics of it! Jeff