Thinking of replacing ASME propane tank
I have had a 1997 Xplorer 230XL since 2000 and will keep it as long as I can drive. The ASME tank is mounted underneath the passenger side. I scrape and paint it every year or two, but I am worried ...
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An ASME tank is made of thick steel. Unless it’s never been touched since it was made I highly doubt there been anything but some surface rust and peeling paint, certainly not enough to be of ANY concern.
What would be concerning is how much you’d pay to change that tank. LOL.
A typical tank of the size found in motorhomes is well over $1,000 for just the tank, if you’re replacing the tank you can be sure the nice man who has to certify the install is going to want a bunch of other parts changed too. Then there’s the labour on top.
An acquaintance of mine who’s kid is big into snowmobile racing added an ASME tank and a heater to their enclosed trailer. The bill was north of $3k by the time they were done.
What would be concerning is how much you’d pay to change that tank. LOL.
A typical tank of the size found in motorhomes is well over $1,000 for just the tank, if you’re replacing the tank you can be sure the nice man who has to certify the install is going to want a bunch of other parts changed too. Then there’s the labour on top.
An acquaintance of mine who’s kid is big into snowmobile racing added an ASME tank and a heater to their enclosed trailer. The bill was north of $3k by the time they were done.
