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Propane tank cleaning
Posted on 6/26/15 at 2:50 pm
Posted on 6/26/15 at 2:50 pm
Someone gave me a 40 LB propane tank that I'm going to use for cooking so I don't run out so quickly. Its in great shape, but I'd like to put a new coat of paint. Is there any specific method I should take to sanding/painting it? Will everyone still fill it after a fresh coat of paint? Is there anywhere that I can get it tested or inspected or should I not worry about that? 
in advance.
in advance.
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Posted on 6/26/15 at 2:59 pm to lsugrad35
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Someone gave me a 40 LB propane tank that I'm going to use for cooking so I don't run out so quickly. Its in great shape, but I'd like to put a new coat of paint. Is there any specific method I should take to sanding/painting it? Will everyone still fill it after a fresh coat of paint? Is there anywhere that I can get it tested or inspected or should I not worry about that? in advance.
They'll paint it and inspect it at propane places.
There's one on airline across from Brian Harris BMW.
Posted on 6/26/15 at 3:01 pm to lsugrad35
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anywhere that I can get it tested or inspected or should I not worry about that?
I'd imagine the feller that's going to refill it will be giving a look over to see if he will survive the refill process.
I took an old tank in recently and told the man if he didn't think it was in good enough condition to be honest because I'm standing right next to him while it's being filled. (he said it wasn't good enough btw)
Posted on 6/26/15 at 3:11 pm to lsugrad35
Swap it out for a new one....unless you're trying to find something to do with your time
Posted on 6/26/15 at 3:13 pm to Hammertime
Can you do an exchange on something bigger than a 20 LB tank? I don't think I've ever seen that.
Posted on 6/26/15 at 7:45 pm to lsugrad35
depending on how old it is you may have to get the valve replaced
any propane place can inspect it for you
that thing is going to be heavy when full
any propane place can inspect it for you
that thing is going to be heavy when full
Posted on 6/27/15 at 8:24 am to lsugrad35
Yes. Most gas supply places will swap your empty for their full provided its in test.
There should be dates stamped on the top indicating the last time it was hydro tested. I believe propane tanks have to be tested every five years. Amerigas, Airgas, Praxair should all swap a PR 40. I'd call ahead though to see if they've got one on the yard.
If your tank isn't in test, they'll still swap it but they'll charge you a hydro fee
And yes, it's always easier to swap your empty for their full instead of getting one filled
There should be dates stamped on the top indicating the last time it was hydro tested. I believe propane tanks have to be tested every five years. Amerigas, Airgas, Praxair should all swap a PR 40. I'd call ahead though to see if they've got one on the yard.
If your tank isn't in test, they'll still swap it but they'll charge you a hydro fee
And yes, it's always easier to swap your empty for their full instead of getting one filled
This post was edited on 6/27/15 at 8:26 am
Posted on 6/27/15 at 10:30 am to lsugrad35
Yes. Go to a welding/gas supply store
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