Which style 11 lb propane tank do you recommend

[PerchJerker]

I've been lugging around a 20 lb propane tank with a hose to my Mr. Heater. Those days are just about over though, I wamt to get an 11 lb tank to lighten the load a little.

Which style tank do you recommend (and why), the tall / thin 11 pounder or the short / squat 11 pounder. The price is essentially the same for both styles.

[Paul Waldowski]

I prefer to use the shorter squat model as it is less prone to tip over and its lower profile fits better in my sled.

[jiggin pig]

I just bought the tall skinny one and i love it. it takes up less space in the portable. I'm not to worried about tipping it over. bought it at menards

[BigDaddy]

I've only used the stout shape. I went with it for its low center of gravity. After two seasons I think I made a good choice.

[Minnetonka]

I have two of the short 11 pounders. They just fit in a standard milk crate which makes them easy to haul around and I can throw a wrench or a lighter in each one. I use one tank up and switch to the next one while I get the other one filled. System works great.

[gvg_uwec]

I worked at a RV shop for a few years and a pickup camper had one of the tall skinny 11lb tanks in the compartment with the 20lb, needless to say i grabbed that right away and used it all of last year and this summer I had a new OPD valve put in it and will eb using it again this year. Loved the fact that it took up less room than the pancake style. The stability isnt too bad either... never tipped it over at all last year. I use the cooker with 5ft hose and keep the tank outside.

[Woody Erickson]

Hey gvg_uwec,

Where did you get the new OPD valve? I have an older 5# tank that I would like to convert.

thanks,

Woody

[wingnutken]

I also would like to know where I can get a OPD for my 5#,Ken

[gvg_uwec]

I had the local gas company that fills the tanks at the RV business that i work for do it. I am not sure on the cost as wejust get a monthly bill from them and I havent been down to work in about a month. I will find out more this weekend when i work again. Im guessing 18 for the valve(same price as a 30lb valve?) and whatever else to fill it.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Been using the 11 pound pancake for over 5 years. I had the skinny one but exchanged it. I liked the low center of gravity especially if you plan on using a sunflower mounted to the tank!!!!

[stork]

Hey woody,

I saw the replacement valves at Northern they had several 5# 11# etc. they where going for 19.95. I saw them at the Blaine store off of 65 I am sure the others have them also

[Woody Erickson]

stork,

Thanks. I will look this weekend.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Wingnutken,

Make sure your tank is not expired before you sink the money into it for a new OPD valve. All tanks are good for twelve years after the manufacture date. After twelve years they must be recertified by a propane jobber. Then every five years after that. you will see a four digit date code on the collar of the tank ( 12 94 ) All tanks manufactured before December of 1994 are due for there recertification.

[stmichael]

Here is what I was told from a gentleman from from the propane outfitter just outside of the north end of Anoka told me. I forget the name.

The tanks have to be inspected/re-certified after the OPD device is replaced. A year ago it was 12 bucks just for the inspection/re-cert (I had a 100 lb'er, going through the re-cert. and we got to talking about new OPD valves), it took about 15 minutes, (pressure test) then they mark the tank to show the re-certification date. I personally would call around to find out what is expected, and, to see if it is cheaper just to buy a new tank...OPD device/hassle/gas for car. It may be worth the hassle.

100 lb tank did not need to have the new valve installed. Cut off is 40 lb's. Just needed to be re-certified. total cost 12 bucks. I apologize if this is too much information.

[wingnutken]

Great info. My tank is stamped 11-92. It is rust free and very clean so I hate to just toss it out. For what they charge for a new one I will have to compare the costs. Thanks for the info,Ken

[gvg_uwec]

40 bucks at menards last time i checked. almost got a new one until my other one finally got the opd valve replaced.

[G_man]

I look at it from this point of view. I want the one that takes up the least amount of space in my sled. That usually means purchasing the tall & skinny version over the squat & fatter version. Basically it takes up less square inches of floor space.

[PierBridge]

Short all the way........if any body would like to trade me their shorty for my brand New tall let me know.

I have my tank outside of my shelter so the tall one really sucks plus the shorter tank is much easier to pack and store in the tub.

[stork]

I am with Peirbridge after reading many post's on this subject I am now a proud owner of the 10 lb shorty. figured it can go in a milk container sits low to the ground so that it is no were near burning anything and I figured if the small skiny one goes down that it would do some damage on the fish house fabric and that would realy get my goat in a tasle. Bottom line is get what is right for your situation

[Doonbuggy]

Finding these proved to be a challenge, but I found a Shortie at Fleet Farm in Brooklyn Park for $37.99. They have about a dozen left. (They were made in Sept. '06). Also, looked like they had a few 13lb. Tall models. Lots and lots of icefishing gear, too.

DB

[stork]

hey doonbuggy, I found mine at Gander, they had plenty although the price was a bit higher I think they had them for 44.99. But they had there tags jacked up and I got mine for 39.99 or so. I did not mind. Got it filled and will be using it on mon. Good luck out there