Switch from 30 lb. to 20 lb.propane tanks?
Well, it happened. Our beloved trailer is now old enough that the 30 lb. propane tanks have expired and can't legally be refilled. I'm considering replacing them with 20 lb. tanks so when one emptys I...
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I'm just a long weekend camper about 5-6 times a year.. 2 20's and I usually have to replace one of them during the season.
I use the auto switch over valve. Since I always check the tanks before leaving and when getting home, I've not been left totally empty in over 14 years of doing this.
I also carry a 3rd 20# for use with the camp stove/BBQ/fire pit, so even if I did find myself short, I'd have at least that, plus the convenience of swapping if I absolutely had to.. I'd refill first however.
The only time I choose to swap is when the tanks get near their expire time, swap it for a newer one and only pay like $20 and I'm good for another 10+ years (depending on the age of the swapped tank.. I look first and only take them if they are no more than 2 years old if that's all they got.. )
What works for me. You mileage may vary. :)
Mitch
I use the auto switch over valve. Since I always check the tanks before leaving and when getting home, I've not been left totally empty in over 14 years of doing this.
I also carry a 3rd 20# for use with the camp stove/BBQ/fire pit, so even if I did find myself short, I'd have at least that, plus the convenience of swapping if I absolutely had to.. I'd refill first however.
The only time I choose to swap is when the tanks get near their expire time, swap it for a newer one and only pay like $20 and I'm good for another 10+ years (depending on the age of the swapped tank.. I look first and only take them if they are no more than 2 years old if that's all they got.. )
What works for me. You mileage may vary. :)
Mitch
