Propane Tanks

  • Calvin Svihel
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    Northwest Metro, MN
    Posts: 3862
    October 19, 2011 at 1:27 pm #1302745

    I know we have been talking a lot about what heaters work best for those cold days, but what size tank does every one use? Do you use the standard 20lb tank or do you go smaller because of weight or don’t have storage in the ice house? For me I use a 11 lb tank because I have had it so long and it works, but I am in need of some sort of convenient way to haul this size tank in the Otter when traveling and when sitting on the ice/snow. I have included a picture of the tank and also a I am borrowing a picture from Grant with his 20lb tank holder, I am assuming a milk crate? Anyone have ideas for the 11 lb tank?

    hank-s.
    Pardeeville, WI 53954
    Posts: 96
    October 19, 2011 at 1:35 pm #1002522

    I alway use the 1lb tanks because of weight and space, however, have you thought about a 2 – 2 1/2 gallon bucket? Like Bullseye / Zinners 123 primer comes in. Diameter wise it should fit but not sure if the height is correct for you.

    super_do
    St Michael, MN
    Posts: 1089
    October 19, 2011 at 1:53 pm #1002532

    You could just build a plywood box to fit the diameter of your tank. I use a milk crate for my 20lb tank, but when I set it in the snow or slush, it gets into the crate and freezes if it is cold enough. That sucks. If you are worried about the weight difference, how about a 5lb tank?

    Calvin Svihel
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    Northwest Metro, MN
    Posts: 3862
    October 19, 2011 at 1:59 pm #1002535

    Quote:

    You could just build a plywood box to fit the diameter of your tank. I use a milk crate for my 20lb tank, but when I set it in the snow or slush, it gets into the crate and freezes if it is cold enough. That sucks. If you are worried about the weight difference, how about a 5lb tank?

    5lb tank would work, however I am in a comfort zone with the 11 lb tank, I know those 5lbers are not cheap either.

    icenutz
    Aniwa, WI
    Posts: 2536
    October 19, 2011 at 3:41 pm #1002579

    5 lb for me unless I’m driving out.

    Joel Nelson
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    Southeast MN
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    October 19, 2011 at 3:50 pm #1002581

    Cal – I’ve got a tank in that range, either 10 or 11lb, but it’s long and more cylindrical instead of the short and fat tank in pic 2. Just to clarify, which is the one you have?

    I originally chose the longer and skinnier one so I could tip it on its side, and push it all the way to one end of my Otter. Seems to work fine, but it’s not as secure as it likely should be. Smart man for figuring a way to secure these things. On a long sled ride, they’re like a wrecking ball back there!

    Joel

    Calvin Svihel
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    Northwest Metro, MN
    Posts: 3862
    October 19, 2011 at 4:31 pm #1002599

    Short fat pumpkin is the one I have. Its classified as a 11 lber.
    Yes they are a wrecking ball on long sled rides.

    steved
    Posts: 14
    October 19, 2011 at 7:04 pm #1002647

    Long time lurker, first time poster.

    I have a 5# tank. Use a 6 qt (I think) aluminum spaghetti pot bought from Walmart. Drilled some holes through it and mounted to my sled. Bungee over the top attached to handles of pot. Tank fits right inside it.

    Calvin Svihel
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    Northwest Metro, MN
    Posts: 3862
    October 19, 2011 at 7:21 pm #1002650

    Quote:

    Long time lurker, first time poster.

    I have a 5# tank. Use a 6 qt (I think) aluminum spaghetti pot bought from Walmart. Drilled some holes through it and mounted to my sled. Bungee over the top attached to handles of pot. Tank fits right inside it.

    Great idea… Welcome to IDO …would you mind posting a picture if you have one handy????

    out_fishing
    Moorhead, MN
    Posts: 1151
    October 19, 2011 at 7:50 pm #1002658

    Long time lurker, first time poster.

    I have a 5# tank. Use a 6 qt (I think) aluminum spaghetti pot bought from Walmart. Drilled some holes through it and mounted to my sled. Bungee over the top attached to handles of pot. Tank fits right inside it.

    I suppose this idea would work great for your flasher with a smaller pot as well.

    bigcrappie
    Blaine
    Posts: 4330
    October 19, 2011 at 10:19 pm #1002716

    Use treated 2×2’s and build box frame that the tank will fit in tight.

    loren_keizer
    Posts: 113
    October 24, 2011 at 10:55 am #1003581

    Milk crates work great for 20 lb tanks. I would guess it would work just as well for this 11 lb tank of yours. I use a short bucket for my 5 lb tank with some bungees as it fits in there a bit loose.

    I hear you guys on these things being wrecking balls. I learned this quickly on my first trip to Lake Winnipeg a handful of years ago. A rough 8 mile sled right can really beat up a guys gear. Between the auger and propane tank, stuff can really get beat or broke in no time…

    arklite881south
    Posts: 5660
    October 24, 2011 at 11:15 am #1003583

    Quote:

    Milk crates work great for 20 lb tanks. I would guess it would work just as well for this 11 lb tank of yours. I use a short bucket for my 5 lb tank with some bungees as it fits in there a bit loose.

    I hear you guys on these things being wrecking balls. I learned this quickly on my first trip to Lake Winnipeg a handful of years ago. A rough 8 mile sled right can really beat up a guys gear. Between the auger and propane tank, stuff can really get beat or broke in no time…

    No question Loren!! Those Propane tanks need to be considered in transport.

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