Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Propane tanks

[Coalbunny <coalbunny@onewest.net>]

What people do not realize is when you buy a new tank, you're also
buying the labor PLUS additional expenses.  Not just the tank.  If you
can weld, you may be better off doing it yourself.  If they sell the
tanks for $995, then I would assume the cost of construction is around
$300.  They also want to pull a profit.  The most I would guess the tank
to cosdt, before sales, is $600.
Carl


"John R. Farrington" wrote:
> 
> Since it at least seems that it is unsafe to use a *used* propane tank
> and you should at least use a new one, I began wondering what the cost
> difference is between ordering a new propane tank vs ordering specific
> hull parts of a known material.
> 
> I estimate my hull to be approximately 360+ gallons.  It is of a known
> material, 36" diameter, 6 feet long, not including the endcaps.
> Cost for the hull cylinder and the 2 endcaps was approximately $825.00
> 
> I did a search on the web and found a 320 gallon propane tank that is
> 30" in diameter, and approx 9 feet long, and it sells for $995.00.
> (And those are awkward dimensions as well)
> 
> You might be able to find a new tank cheaper here or there, but I wouldn't
> think that it would be hugely cheaper than ordering the specific parts
> yourself, out of a known, new material.
> 
> I would hate to have had to build our entire sub with both endcaps on.
> What a hassle that would be!
> 
> An added benefit is that you get to pick the dimensions that suit
> your needs as well, and it just may be cheaper in cost, and safer too.
> 
> Just some thoughts...
> 
> Happy holidays to all.
> 
> -John

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