Re certifying propane tank (2004 hawk)

[cannuk]

Hey all,

Last time I filled my tank the guy at the uhaul warned me it would be the last time without getting it re certified. Living in the Bay Area I can't seem to find a place to do it. Also, since it's the horizontal tank setup I wonder if it is harder to recertify. Anybody around this area go through the process?

 

[rtpvibes]

Not sure about California but I just did mine in ma they just check for leaks and last 5 years

 

[smlobx]

I've heard that when the time comes some people just use one of the propane exchanges to get a new one for about $20 filled....

 

[Cayuse]

I had one done this spring, cost $10 or something like that. Tank needed to be empty or they were going to have to empty it. I had my tank refilled a couple times while on a trip before getting the re-cert done and gas stations never questioned it or looked for a sticker but when I got home it was time for a visit to the local Ferrelgas which is close to work, left it overnight.

 

[Casa Escarlata Robles Too]

Thanks good to know.
Us with horizontal tanks can't exchange them so it would be good to have a Propane dealer in the area to check it.
Frank

 

[CougarCouple]

I think propane distribution companies, can help to get tanks certified. I believe they are tested hydrostaticly and that's why they need to be emptied. Sometimes it's cheaper to replace vs recertification.
Russ

 

[rtpvibes]

Not sure about California but I just did mine in ma they just check for leaks and last 5 years

cost me 10 instead of200 plus and I had one done 1 year ago

 

[MarkBC]

The tank in my 2005 Hawk 'expires' this August, so I'll need to figure this out myself very soon.
In Oregon.

 

[Ronin]

If you buy a new tank make sure it is brand new stock. There is a month and year stamp on the handle. I had the tank replaced on my first Hawk and later found out that the tank was 2 years old. It was a brand new tank as far as I could tell, but my propane company goes by the date stamp to determine if it can be re-filled or not.

 

[Old Crow]

This recent Propane tank certification thread may be helpful. It starts out talking about the change in number of years until certification is required but then turns to re-certification. The inspection is usually a visual one followed up by checking for leaks at tank fittings with a soapy solution. Emptying the tank is not normally required. Cost is typically $20 or less.