[C320-list] Second Propane Tank

[ROBERT MILLER]

Another option to store extra cylinders is a simple piece of 4” PVC pipe lashed vertically and outboard, like off the rear rail. Use an end cap on the bottom with vent/drain holes drilled in it:

https://theensign.org/store-propane-cylinders-safely-on-deck/

Cheers,
Rob
Alchemy, #571

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> On Jan 25, 2021, at 5:32 AM, kendgb <kendgb at aol.com> wrote:
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> Googled it.  Not now available at Walmart but try Defender, better price anyways.https://www.defender.com/product.jsp?id=2966013Good idea.  Thanks for the tip.  Ken GeigerNorthern Dream2000. #765Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
> -------- Original message --------From: Pat Tormey <ptormey at 4square.net> Date: 2021-01-25 07:59 (GMT-05:00) To: C320-List at Catalina320.com Subject: Re: [C320-list] Second Propane Tank To Jack’s point on Storage of the small propane bottle I use thisMAGMA PROPANE CANISTER STORAGE LOCKER BAG PACIFIC BLUEMAGMA PROPANE CANISTER STORAGE LOCKER BAG PACIFIC BLUE - Walmart.com - Walmart.comHolds three cannistersPatPat Tormey s/v Blue SkiesFrom: Jack BrennanSent: Sunday, January 24, 2021 8:24 PMTo: C320-List at Catalina320.comSubject: Re: [C320-list] Second Propane TankThe problem with the one-pound cannisters is storage. Given how inexpensive they are, they obviously are not well made and can quickly be subject to corrosion near saltwater.I used to keep a couple in a vinyl bag under the bimini on a previous sailboat. I had one go off and spew all of its gas in the cockpit while I was setting up the BBQ. I was really happy that I was not down below when that happened. It would have blown up the boat. So you don’t want to store them in the cabin or a cockpit locker.I bought a replacement propane tank (10-pound, I think) in 2020 with plans to carry it on my covid-canceled cruise. With a 10- to 12-week cruise planned for this spring (covid vaccine this Friday!) , I plan to carry it along the lifelines along with extra jugs of diesel. With an extra connector and hose, it should do double duty between the BBQ and backup to the main tank.I tied a six-inch-wide plastic plank between the stern pulpit and the first stanchion as extra support for bungeeing  this tanks to the lifelines.Jack BrennanSonas, 1998 Catalina 320Tierra Verde, Fl.