Propane tank leak - replacement/welding discussion

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Reply #25 – July 20, 2017, 11:01:28 am

Quote from: saddlesore – July 20, 2017, 02:38:34 am

The key word is "pressure vessel-Flammable"
A diesel /kerosene/gasoline tank is not under pressure is it?
You can get a certified welder to replace mounting brackets, but not weld cracks in the tank its self.
The propane tanks used in RV's (permanent mount, not portable) have to be labeled & certified as such, ie: motor fuel-permanent mount- DOT registered.

Nice to have a CFR number or Dot regulation reference to affirm this

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Reply #26 – July 25, 2017, 04:42:55 pm

Ups and FedEx have refused to ship a used tank. Roger gave his to UPS and they returned. He left on trip so he got his back. Does anyone have a tank, maybe ship motor freight. A new one is just too expensive.

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Reply #27 – July 25, 2017, 05:16:57 pm

LTL on a pallet?

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Reply #28 – July 25, 2017, 05:27:02 pm

Try Uship
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Try Manchester Tank also
Manchester Tank: RV Products

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Reply #29 – July 25, 2017, 05:45:26 pm

The issue is that it is considered a pressure vessel "HAZMAT" load,so no air freight That's why the Fedex & UPS won't touch it.. flatbed open carrier is what's needed (or a FT owner that is going that way)

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Reply #30 – July 25, 2017, 08:11:29 pm

In the oilfield we have what are called "hotshots". They are (usually) independent owner/operators with a dually pickup and a flatbed trailer. They are on call 24/7, and they will haul anything, anywhere, any time...for the right price. Surely must be some service like that where Roger lives...

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Reply #31 – July 25, 2017, 08:25:14 pm

Hello where was Mr Rogers Tank coming from.

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Reply #32 – July 25, 2017, 09:05:42 pm

It was too bad it didn't work. The lonely tank is in Hastings, MN. Anyone near heading to TX?

It could have been absolutely empty and no one will touch it. You need to be a licensed hazardous cargo shipper and have all of the correct paper work and then find a carrier who is licensed to carry it. Argh! FedEx wouldn't touch it. Shipping hazardous cargo without declaration is definately illegal.

It is 20"diam and 24" long. Weighs about 50 lbs.

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Reply #33 – July 25, 2017, 09:21:41 pm

Try removing the valves. Then it is open and nothing in it and just a hunk of metal.

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Reply #34 – July 25, 2017, 09:56:23 pm

At that point it's an old water tank

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Reply #35 – July 25, 2017, 10:19:08 pm

Try phoning your local fork lift company for tanks, lift trucks use a variety of sizes and shaped tanks.

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Reply #36 – July 25, 2017, 11:21:26 pm

Put it in a water heater box and ship it.

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Reply #37 – July 25, 2017, 11:40:17 pm

Quote from: NancyS – July 25, 2017, 10:19:08 pm

Try phoning your local fork lift company for tanks, lift trucks use a variety of sizes and shaped tanks.

I like Nancy's idea, may find one slightly shorter or slightly bigger diameter etc. May not match your original capacity, then evaluate your capacity needs. Not sure if fork truck tanks are DOT. Open your options and save some green.

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Reply #38 – July 26, 2017, 12:27:28 am

Quote from: Old phart phred – July 25, 2017, 11:40:17 pm

I like Nancy's idea, may find one slightly shorter or slightly bigger diameter etc. May not match your original capacity, then evaluate your capacity needs. Not sure if fork truck tanks are DOT. Open your options and save some green.

being that they are for motorfuel, I think that they are DOT approved

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Reply #39 – July 26, 2017, 06:20:08 am

Forklift yanks are completely different. They feed liquid propane to a convertor regulator where it is turned into a gas. Will not work.

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Reply #40 – July 26, 2017, 08:20:58 am

Dan, feel for your pain.
Somethings to consider (also posting info for others to reference):

Anyone on Alaska trip that might be swing by, rent a U-Hual and bring it to you?

Manchester Tank has an office in Dallas. They warranty their tanks for 3 years. They have a list of authorized service centers. Might want to contact them about repairs. They would be the most knowledgeable and it's in your area.

Lastly, Pippi has the FlameKing YSN293 DOT 30 Gal tank for $363. Flame King YSN293 Horizontal ASME Tank, 29.3-Gallon

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Reply #41 – July 26, 2017, 09:18:46 am

Texas pop. Called Manchester tanks sounds good so far they have a motorhome. Division.

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Reply #42 – July 26, 2017, 01:42:27 pm

Who needs what tank where ? This thread starts in the middle of a previous conversation I guess ?

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Reply #43 – July 27, 2017, 01:03:00 pm

Tks to Jerry and Julie for getting me in touch with Willy I have located a tank in Crandall, Texas. Going up Sat to get. Wow what an ordeal. Willy took one out of a 2000 320. He is going all electric. Will take to MOT for install. Tk u forum.

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Reply #44 – July 27, 2017, 08:30:13 pm

Another idea,find one of these oilfield rig welders,have him repair the tank and then have the weld x-rayed,plenty of places that
will x-a weld.They weld on and x-ray pipelines all the time and the welds hold up to 1200 psi.The hot-shots will haul anything.

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Reply #45 – July 27, 2017, 11:23:56 pm

50# propane tank in Corpus Christi Craigslist.

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Reply #46 – August 01, 2017, 05:55:51 pm

Quote from: Tim Fiedler – July 19, 2017, 06:05:40 pm

Ask him if my tank will fit from my coach, coming out in a week

Same for mine if you want it. I think it is only 18 gal.

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Reply #47 – August 02, 2017, 08:30:59 am

The 2000 320 tank would not fit. Must be no more 14 inches tall and wide. 60 inches deep. They must have made this tank for the 295 as the diesel tank is in the same compartment. Still looking and needing.

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Reply #48 – August 05, 2017, 11:25:09 am

Appears there is no tank available. Tank mfg do no make this size anymore. MOT has found a solution. They can remove and install but can not repair or have repaired. So I will be picking up and looking for welder to the weld on the pin hole.
Internet said can be done by filling tank with water first. Only solution left. No one expects a pin hole to cause such an issue. Yea maybe light at end of the tunnel.

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Reply #49 – August 05, 2017, 11:31:25 am

If water is present on the opposite side of the weld surface, there will be poor penetration. A good welder will use an inert gas I prefer dry ice. The CO2 pushes the oxygen out of the tank. Add a little water to make it gas faster.

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