Different Size Propane Bottles and How to Use Them!

Today we are talking about propane bottles. Many people are unfamiliar with using propane. So today we are taking a closer look so you can understand how to use them.

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[garygerard]

'another Good One Bob.

A trick I learned is to pour a hot coffee cup of water down the side of a propane bottle
to find the level of fuel that's in it.
Say the tank is half full.
The hot water will heat the 'metal only-top half.
The bottom half, with propane will disperse the heat.
When you put your hand on the tank you will instantly
feel the hot/cold difference = fuel level.
keep on boondockin' 😆

[priscillawrites]

Hey Bob. Thanks for sharing your practical knowledge. 40 years ago I used to take my kids wilderness camping. Used propane or wood for cooking. My skills are rusty. This reminder is much needed.

[FidoHouse]

What I've found helpful are Flame King's refillable 1 lb. propane bottles - Home Depot has sold them in the past. I'm able to carry a larger tank as well. With Flame King's refill valve kit (amazon) I can keep the 1 lb bottles filled for my Mr. Buddy heater and for the stove. Worthwhile investment for anyone concerns about using larger tanks inside.

However, like you, I use a [10 lb.] tank for my one-burner dual fuel (propane/butane) stove inside my rig. I keep a couple of butane cans on hand for emergency backup if all my propane should be gone.

[ThePyleDriver]

Great summary Bob! One thing I'd add, after starting with the 1lb green bottles and then moving to real tanks, is that the valves make a huge difference in terms of safety. I have had several of the 1lb green bottles fail to re-seal when removing them from my propex heater connection hose. The small internal stopper seems to get deformed into an "open" shape if they are left connected overnight. Once in the state, they leak propane and can not be shut off. I run a 6 lb aluminum tank on the back of the Jeep as the primary source and now, instead of the 1lb bottles, carry a 1gal tank when I feel the need for a backup source (ie: when winter snow traveling). After repeatedly dealing with the leaking green bottles, I'd not recommend them to anyone.

[OWK]

Thanks for the tank info. Pressure regulators is the other thing we need to know about. If you buy a cheap propane camping stove, and it doesn't work, the only thing wrong with it might be the pressure regulator. Those bent brass tube things have pressure regulators in them (usually or that break) or you can get a pressure regulator attached directly to a large tank. These pressure regulators that attach to the tank come in different grades, too. You've got to get the right kind.

[jolist]

Thank you, Bob, for a very interesting video. You don't realise how much you take for granted when you live in a house .🇦🇺

[jamiedenton]

Thank you, Bob. I've never used a gas grill, and I will be using one on the road. I needed this info.👍

[OverlandOne]

Very informative video Bob, thanks. I like that 2.5 gallon tank. It seems to be a good size for my needs. Safe travels.

[janetkoball]

Thanks Bob for thinking about us that do not know much about propane. I appreciate all the help you can give us beginners on a lot of nomad stuff. See you next time.

[mickeybrumfield]

Thanks, Bob, for the helpful video. Those little green bottles you get at Walmart have sure gone up. Fifteen years ago they were more like $2.50 for a bottle. Now, they're over $5.00. I'm going to look for bulk alternatives thanks to your video.

[peterdement]

Disposable 1 pound tanks use thinner tank metal construction and are not designed to be repeatedly refilled and are subject to failure from both overfill and overpressure. Use once and dispose.
SAFE TO USE – Flame King refillable propane tanks are the only 1 lb tanks Certified by the DOT as legally and lawfully refillable and transportable. It is not safe or legal to refill and transport disposable 1 lb tanks

[deanhimmelman]

Bob I think it would be good to tell people about the reverse threading on propane fixtures

[beerdrinker]

Nice video. I did not know a Y adapter existed. Thank you.

[TylerChristoher]

I bought the same Coleman stove, splash guard for it, aluminum container top bent, like your other video suggested, not a pot, brew coffee every morning, 15 lb blue rhino propane tank, high pressure Coleman hose. Tank in milk crate tied down great. Dude this is the best ever, I have plenty of ventilation I'm in an old inmate transport. So glad I took your wisdom. This is working out so great for me and I'm on a super budget dude. I'm so glad I found your wisdom. 😊 Thank you for doing the research for me.

[seewaage]

Thanks for the great idea of putting a 20 lb tank in a milk crate. I have the exact problem you discuss -- the 20 lb rolling around in my car.

[Patrick_Gray]

I use the 20 lb. BBQ bottle with a Coleman tree. It has 3 propane bottle connections like on the 1 lb. bottles. It allows me to put a latern on the top and two more devices on the lower connections.

[joyce]

Very helpful. Especially how to connect and gauge. Thank you!

[jonelder]

another great video! I am surprised however that you didn't mention the auto changing regulators for rv's, while having 2 propane tanks is not an option for everyone, if you are in a schoolie or small cargo trailer or such then you can plan the space for them. The dual regulators are about 40ish bucks (35-55 at home depot) and make it really easy to continue using the propane when 1 tank goes empty, it automatically starts using the 2nd tank and you can fill the first then hook it back up and it will switch back when the current tank empties. Huge quality of life item - when you have the space for them!

[WisconsinWanderer]

Those green bottles have got me through the nite many times when my 20 pounder went empty I need to get a gauge but I’m lazy 😊thanks Bob

[cheyenne_spring]

Very helpful for those of us who have never used propane