Lite weight propane tanks.

[kb]

Anybody ever use one?  Are they good for the cold weather?  What are your experiences with them?

[CrappieBuster]

I was thinking about trying out a 5 or 10 pound tank this year.  Try and cut down on a lil weight when you gotta drag out.

[Mainedog]

I use a 4lb tank.  It usually lasts the whole season (Mr. Buddy).  I like it because you get it refilled just like the 20lbers, it isn't temperamental like the 1lbers, and it is supposed to be refilled (not like the 1lbers).

I have two 4lbers that I alternate between.  Before the start of each season, I hook them up to my BBQ grill and drain them, then get them refilled for the season.

Definitely worth the time and the $$.


MD

[ice dawg]

Anybody ever use one?  Are they good for the cold weather?  What are your experiences with them?

Are you asking about the fiberglass tanks? (Don't know if they are fiberglass, carbon fiber or what.) I have read posts by guys that use them and love them. I checked into them and decided that they are too spendy for an old retired geezer like me. 

[Doubles Shooter]

Here's a link to some.

http://www.litecylinder.com/purchase/

[kb]

Im just tired of the 1 pounders running out of pressure when its really cold out.

[Fisherman 1]

Jeez, for the price of one 5lb regular tank ($30 at costco) you get about 10 years worth of free refills.

[kb]

Costco sells the 5lbs?  Ive never seen them in there.  I mainly shop at BJ's.  My outlaws belong to Costcos.  I like that price better.

[b turdy]

so the only price I have found for a 4 pounder was $130+  and the price I have found for a 5 pounder was like $50+  and for a 20 pounder its like $30.  Am I wrong or is this going backwards??!!  I mean outside of how common the 20 pounders are, it HAS to take more material to make them so what gives???

[Mainedog]

.... so what gives???

Supply and Demand.

[b turdy]

Supply and Demand.

well that stinks.  What's to stop me from taking 3/4 away from a 20 pound tank to make it a 5 pound tank??  I mean outside of the fact that 1) I don't know how to weld, 2) I don't know if the weld will hold up under pressure and 3) it's pretty stupid.  but how plausible is that for someone who does know how to weld and doesnt care how stupid it is if the weld were to hold???

[UP jigstick]

I think your gas supplier will refuse to fill an altered tank. Even if it passed a pressure test, I wouldn't want to take on the potential liability, as a gas supplier that is.

[RLWagner]

Holy Mother Pucking Cow! 130.00 for 5 or19.00for 20.00? That wopuld be 520.00 bucks for 20#s of 5's.! I will carry the extra weight for that cost for sure!

[b turdy]

Holy Mother Pucking Cow! 130.00 for 5 or19.00for 20.00? That wopuld be 520.00 bucks for 20#s of 5's.! I will carry the extra weight for that cost for sure!

what he said.....  I would rather get the extra workout for the twenty at $20 than making my sled 15 pounds lighter for another $110.  At the point I'm at right now, 15 pounds isn't worth that much to me.  Supply and Demand SUCKS!!!

[kb]

Its a specialty item that probably requires retooling at the factory.  That's why I was looking at the composite tanks.  A little cheaper, but still pricey.   For the times that I need the extra gas, ill probably drag the 20 pounder out.

[ICE_MONKEY]

I have a 4 1/4 and just picked up a 5lb, both from cabelas. I know they worked with no trouble at -20 and last a long time with the buddy heater.

[Mainehazmt]

I have 2 five pounders  and an 11 lb fiberglass tank    now thats the way to go!!!!  light!  light!!!   and  you can see the product inside   no wondering if its close to running out!!

[surflizard]

Hey Hazzy, what is the average run time on your bigger tank between refills ?
                                                                                                           Surf

[Mainehazmt]

Hey Hazzy, what is the average run time on your bigger tank between refills ?
                                                                                                           Surf

Never timed it  lol   it gets low I can see it  and take it in  lol  but as usual I have at least a couple of five pounders nearby as back up   told ya I carry tooo much!

[kb]

I have 2 five pounders  and an 11 lb fiberglass tank    now thats the way to go!!!!  light!  light!!!   and  you can see the product inside   no wondering if its close to running out!!

How is the composite in the cold?   Any issues?   I worry about it cracking or something like that.

 What is the run time on the 11 lbs vs the 5 lbs?  How much do you use it vs how long into the season can you make it before having to refill them?

Thanks

[Mainehazmt]

How is the composite in the cold?   Any issues?   I worry about it cracking or something like that.

 What is the run time on the 11 lbs vs the 5 lbs?  How much do you use it vs how long into the season can you make it before having to refill them?

Thanks

had it out many times at -20  Im sure they are tested to much lower than that for certification   it lasts just as long as 11 one lb bottles   lol  like I said I never timed its use  and I dont just use the tanks on the ice  extra heat in the garage  ect  but it is expensive to buy  but is so lite  and makes it easier for me so the value in my book made it       Sometimes I run 2 big buddies off it  or the grill / stove   so figuring out run time would be hard to do  due to the draw and btus being used   as a little buddy is 9000   big buddy 18000  or the silent glow heater drawing 110000 btus   it looks low I take it in and fill it

[dairyman]

i've got a 5# ----doesn't last more then a couple of times out-----just ordered a 11#--about 60 bucks----20 # too heavy to lug around when you hoof it out on early and late ice

[pikeking]

I found a 11# tank this year at a gat sale for 5 bucks. I am planning on using it this season.

[Mainehazmt]

this is the tank I got



Specifications
30% Lighter than Steel Composite cylinder matches steel for strength but is 30% lighter. And, the plastic housing has handles for easy carrying.
Propane: 10.3 lbs (4.7kg)
Butane: 11.8 lbs (5.3kg)
US Water Volume: 2.93 gallons
Service Pressure: 294psi (20.3b)
Proof Test Pressure: 441psi (30.4b)

Certifications
DOT: Approved
TC: Approved
ISO 1119.3: Approved
EN 12245: Certified

[slipperybob]

Amazing looking little tank there.

[campfindit2]

The fiberglass tanks may not be recertified. This means 12 years of use then throw it away. Steel is much cheaper in the long run.

[UP jigstick]

According to what I've read on the manufacturers websites all of the composite tanks I have looked into are re-certifiable.

[Mainehazmt]

According to what I've read on the manufacturers websites all of the composite tanks I have looked into are re-certifiable.

12 years it is a visual check only 

[UP jigstick]

Am I misreading these websites then and these tanks lifespan is 12 years and done? I am seriously looking at getting the same tank you have hazzy.

[surflizard]

I still like the lighter weight idea, we'll see what happens 12 years down the road !