Securing a Propane Tank to the Outside of a Trailer

[Hafwit]

Gabe,
It looks like you might have some business coming your way. You didn't provide your contact information in your post, so I would start by giving that. While I like the Powertank/Military bracket design more than what you have pictured, I'll bet yours would be much cheaper. Can you make it so it will accept a lock? Are the straps stainless steel? Can you make just the straps alone without the bracket? If there is much interest, would you set up a group buy?

Thanks,
Greg

 

[RGEDad]

Securing a Propane Tank to the Outside of a Trailer - Solution for Lite Cylinder

I use the 10# fiberglass Lite Cylinder in my trailer
http://www.litecylinder.com/Portals/litecylinder/Products/specs/10_lb_spec_.pdf

The 10# Lite Cylinder is 9.6 " in Diameter
I found that this cylinder fits very snugly into the American Van TK-3 30-lb. Freon Tank Holder. The TK-3 holder has a inside diameter of 9 3/4 ". The frame holder has a three point mount scheme to the floor

http://www.americanvan.com/steel-tank-holders.html

It is meant to be floor mounted - and I have it mounted to a removable cooler tray that sits on the trailer tongue. I think all I need is a small bungee over the top for extreme drops. The set-up is very versatile, pull two pins and the whole tray pulls from the tongue, three wing nuts and the TK-3 holder is off of the tray - I like versatility. The tray can also be used on the bike when not towing the trailer to haul additional gear.

Remember - I am pulling behind a motorcycle so weight, and versatility, are paramont. Every pound should solve multiple issues, Every pound I use to solve this problem - is a pound I cannot use to solve that problem (or another beer I cannot haul).
Anyway - one looks good, and is a keeper for awhile - until inspiration strikes again.
Tom

 

[ab1985]

The black "Military" bracket pictured in this thread should be available at any fire extinguisher store. I picked one up locally for my 10# tank for $45. Just call and tell them your tank diameter and height and they should be able to hook you up.

I'll snap a picture when I walk outside this afternoon.

 

[ab1985]

 

[demonslaer]

where do you find the 5# & 10# tanks all the ones I found are close to 100$

 

[Borrego60]

Try these guys I bought two for my pancake tanks, 30.00 each. http://www.4bsbracket.com/Catalog.htm all kind of sizes.

 

[ab1985]

Manchester tank

 

[elcoyote]

AT now offers a bracket for the Manchester 10# tank. Good on your trailer or vehicle

For more details http://adventuretrailers.com/acckitchen.html

 

[jim65wagon]

They're not brackets, really, but we solved our problem by building these propane lockers similar to what you would find in ocean-going vessels. Fun project that turned out great!

 

[daytrader]

Recall on Lite Cylinder i

http://www.uhaul.com/Propane/LiteCylinderRecall.aspx

 

[100acrehuphalump]

I'm looking for single 20 gal mount too. Looking to mount on tongue. Not finding much out there so likely fab something. I'm subscribed.

Ditto what he said exactly:iagree:

 

[grogie]

I thought I'd add to this that I went with the Powertank mount for an 11# tank. It's quality made, and made in the USA.

After much thought, I went ahead and mounted the tank centered on the tongue.