Propane transportation question

[Schiefswret]

I need to carry in the bed of my truck a 20lb LP tank 3/4 full in the event that I get in an unplanned jam and need to fire up my generator. The large HD plastic wheeled tote that I like to use is not tall enough to carry the tank vertically so I’d like to know if there is any inherent risk to carry it horizontally in the tote that is any greater than carrying it vertically. TY

[Country Campers]

Dave,

I do not think that there is any different risk in horizontal versus vertical. The only "bad" thing that will happen is if the valve breaks it will shoot out the side of the truck instead of down thru the bed to the ground, probably not worth worrying about. I would however store it upright as much as possible as I am not sure if the valve components will like being in the cold liquid all that much, but that is just a hunch.

Brian

[NoPeeking]

A propane cylinder and the associated pressure relief system is designed to function in the upright/vertical position. In the event of over-pressure (eg. overfilling, direct sunlight/heat, exposure, etc) the relief valve should be oriented to express the vapour portion (top) of the tank.

Mike

[Cate&Rob]

x2 on the advice from NoPeeking Mike. The pressure relief valve is designed to operate in the vapour portion of the tank. If you lay the tank down on it's side and it becomes overheated, the pressure relief valve will be submerged in the liquid propane. It will likely still work, but will be spewing liquid propane which may freeze the valve in the open position.

Rob

[Schiefswret]

Tks fellas, I’ll dig out how to keep it vertical just for safety.

[KSC_Travels]

Tks fellas, I’ll dig out how to keep it vertical just for safety.

I use an old school plastic milk crate. Fits 20 pounder perfectly and keeps the tank upright. I do secure it to the side of the truck bed to keep it from moving around.

[NoPeeking]

I use an old school plastic milk crate. Fits 20 pounder perfectly and keeps the tank upright. I do secure it to the side of the truck bed to keep it from moving around.

X2 plastic milk crate works perfectly. Actually, I leave my portable 20lber in the crate... keeps the bottom ring of the tank off the damp ground.

Mike

[Schiefswret]

Tks to all. I already have a rubber ring around the bottom of my 20 lbers it’s the height I was dealing with. I’ve mcgivered it but Tks again.

[Jlawles2]

Be advised that storage of liquid fuel cylinder in confined spaces can be extremely detrimental. In the event the pop off does activate, it will quickly fill the space with fuel and any addition of the proper amount of heat can cause an explosion.

[ncitro]

Tks to all. I already have a rubber ring around the bottom of my 20 lbers it’s the height I was dealing with. I’ve mcgivered it but Tks again.

They make a couple odd sized tanks that might fit better, but obviously you'd need a new tank. I rigged my generator to run from the rigs propane system and stopped carrying a spare. Added a propane connection under the front bay so I can run it on the tailgate in a pinch too.

[Cahriad]

I have used both of these styles of holder. The heavy-duty black one bolts to my L-track and can be locked around the tank

[Scott'n'Wendy]

Be advised that storage of liquid fuel cylinder in confined spaces can be extremely detrimental.

Over the years I've seen plenty of cars leave the filling station after putting the 20 pounder on the back seat, or min vans with the tank placed in the back.....

[ThePowells]

Depending on circumstances, I carry from 1 to 5 tanks, mostly 20's and maybe a 30 or two. I use a ratchet strap looped around the rings with the hooks in the corner pocket. I can't loop the rings on the 30's so I use a second strap around those rings and to the corners.

[Cheryle]

Is there a good device that measures the amount of propane in a tank?

[Schiefswret]

Yes, many. Check Amazon and research on YouTube.