Question on older propane tanks
Hey gang, I'm selling my camper (bought a new one) and a potential buyer asked if my propane tanks are compiant. I've never been asked that question in all the years my tanks have been filled so....I ...
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While they may not need OPD valves, they may need recertification. There will be a date stamped on the tank indicating when it is needing recertification. Done properly, this is a pressure burst test: they are filled with water or other liquid and pressurized to a proof pressure far above what propane will do. Liquid is used because if they burst during the test, it is undramatic compared to a compressed gas. Then the tank will be dried and stamped with a new certification date. It is usually around $20 - 30 for each tank. Not worth it for a cheap 20 lb vertical, but probably well worth it compared to new for horizontals.
