Spare Propane Tank Storage

[Ronbrink]

I’ve always made it a practice to carry a spare propane tank; reasons being two-fold, mainly as a dedicated tank to run a dual fuel generator for air conditioning when needed, but also as a convenient swap when one of the trailer-mounted tanks becomes empty. I upgraded to 30 lb. tanks on the Oliver early in ownership along with a spare of equivalent size, and soon learned the benefit of having the tank in need of refilling in the TV when running around rather than at the Oliver when setup at camp. In the beginning I used a Camco Cylinder Stabilizing Base, but after a couple years of use the plastic failed and it went to the recycle bin. I made do without for a while, but when setting up my ‘new to me’ tow vehicle I decided a cover, rather than just a base, would best suit my needs. Here’s what I ended up with:

Tank cover with carry straps, rigid top and bottom panels, Velcro side access flap, two large pockets, anti-slip footings and durable fabric construction. 

Primary and secondary regulators for generator, fire pit and Blackstone stowed at tank top in protective bags.

Flip-up flap to access tank valve, and GasStop device with pressure indicator and purging feature.

Strap securement for propane tank and generator. 

Amazon purchase, also available in 20lb. tank size. 

 

Edited December 6 by Ronbrink

[John Dorrer]

Propane tanks should never be carried inside a vehicle in my opinion. At the very least windows need to be cracked for ventilation.

 

Suggest you add an outside mount on the rear of the van.

Edited December 9 by John Dorrer
Updated Comment

[Steph and Dud B]

6 hours ago, John Dorrer said:

Propane tanks should never be carried inside a vehicle in my opinion.

The only time I ever have a tank in a vehicle is on the way to/from a filling station. Cracking windows won't help much because propane is heavier than air. 

[Ronbrink]

Good advise, precautions are taken.