Both of my 30 lb propane tanks are stamped
"09-10" which I understand to mean that they were manufactured on
September 2010.
They are also stamped "Tank must be re-certified after
10 years from manufacture date". It's 2021, so these are expired.
My questions:
1. Is it worth getting these tanks re-certified and filled?
I live in a suburban metro area, there are no AmeriGas or AirGas locations near me. The closest location is about 10 gallons of diesel away round-trip, plus I'd have to do that trip twice to pick the tanks up after they are re-certified. So figure 20 gallons of diesel round-trip. Just figure $60 bucks for fuel plus the cost of re-certification.
2. Is it better just to dispose of the old expired tanks and buy new ones?
I see on
Walmart that I can get
TWO (2) Flame-King 30 lb propane tanks for $109 delivered to my door. If it's better to dispose of my old tanks and buy new ones, how and where do I dispose of these tanks?
3. Can I just use 20 lb propane tanks?
20 lb propane tanks are cheaper and widely available around me. Are they the same diameter as 30 lb tanks? Will they fit in the metal tank straps in the propane hookup compartment?