What’s your DIY propane tank mount?

Wondering what everyone did to mount their propane tanks. I’m looking into ideas for keeping my 5lb in the bed and not rolling around

 

3 (*empty) propane tanks fit perfect against the tailgate using a

$38 Keeper Adjustable Cargo Bar for Pickup Truck Bed, Ratcheting Cargo Bar, Ideal Work Truck Accessories, Black/Silver, 40"-70" Adjustable Length

ratcheting cargo bar located in the first bed slot.

 

You are not supposed to store BBQ tanks on their side. And they are 25lbs. in Canada.

 

They're empty at the moment, but I will transfer them vertical after refill.

 

Old milk crates work great. The tank fits just perfectly.

 

Got it! Was looking into this earlier. For

$60 FLAME KING YSN5LB 5 Pound Propane Tank Cylinder, Great For Portable Grills, Fire Pits, Heaters And Overlanding, White

5lb tanks check out:

https://kpoffroad.com/product/5lb-propane-tank-mount

https://powertank.com/products/bkt-2285

https://overlandracksontario.com/store/propane-mount/

https://expeditionessentials.com/pr...BlWiW9mmf98uK49j5QcbI-ZjFGYKBPtxoCsGAQAvD_BwE

https://www.bayareametalfab.com/Fla...ly-works-with-5lb-Flame-King-tanks_p_167.html

https://lowrangeoffroad.com/overland-propane-tank-mount.html

https://vanlandstore.com/products/vanspeed-mule-5lb-propane-tank-attachment

Ebay

Etsy

Flame King YSNBKPK Backpack for 11LB or 5lb Propane Tank, Black

$54 Flame King YSNBKPK Backpack for 11LB or 5lb Propane Tank, Black

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TG8DZL6

Quick Fist 70070 Ratchet Clamp For Mounting Tools & Equipment, 1/2" to 8" in Diameter

$25 Quick Fist 70070 Ratchet Clamp For Mounting Tools & Equipment, 1/2" to 8" in Diameter

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZC4YFV

END OF ROAD - 20020 Super Quick Fist Clamp for mounting tools & equipment 2-1/2" - 9-1/2" diameter

$12 END OF ROAD - 20020 Super Quick Fist Clamp for mounting tools & equipment 2-1/2" - 9-1/2" diameter

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007HOG4DE

Ignik Gas Growler Carry Case and Hose Kit for 5-Pound Refillable Propane Tank

$60 Ignik Gas Growler Carry Case and Hose Kit for 5-Pound Refillable Propane Tank

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092YB1W5D

Eastman 86288 Universal Stainless Steel Water Heater Expansion Tank Mounting Bracket, 5 Gallon or 13 inches, Steel

$15 Eastman 86288 Universal Stainless Steel Water Heater Expansion Tank Mounting Bracket, 5 Gallon or 13"es, Steel

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08R7WM18H

Pictures from the above $14 link here

 

Seems sketchy in a frontal collision . I’m thinking flammable projectile in worst case scenario

 

Better?

 

@ridefastflyfar also makes them as seen here. Sold here

 

I've previously gone with the milk crate "solution" as a temporary measure. A fixed bracket which securely holds my 11 lb bottle will be WAY safer. But where to mount it?
I have temporized for the moment, with 1lb green bottles.
edited for crazy spelling

 

I had not heard this before, so:

Position of LP Gas Cylinders In Storage

If cylinders are stored improperly, such as on their side with the relief valve in contact with propane liquid and the safety relief valve opens for any reason, liquid will be escaping instead of vapor posing a much greater danger.

 

Yeah .

 

Made mines. It’s mounted to the outside of my popup camper now. I can get a picture if interested

 

I use this to hold my tank upright, with the cargo bar



Also, I hide my cargo bar under the mat against the back window, when not in use. You wouldn't know it was there.....

 

Tagged for ideas, looking for ways to store mine and mount to bed rail. Crazy most mounts cost at least twice that of the actual bottle.

 

that’s exactly why i opted to build mines. Cost was just sourcing hardware. I had the aluminum.

 

For my truck, I modified a 10lb fire extinguisher mount that I had leftover from a jobsite. I added some hinges to the bottom plate so that when it isn't mounted, it can fold into itself, creating a smaller profile.

https://www.grainger.com/product/AMEREX-Fire-Extinguisher-Bracket-3JLR4

 

Etsy has a new mount:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/118915...1&variation0=2517090203&variation1=2996849409

Overland has a waxed canvas bag

Equipt: https://www.equipt1.com/products/at-overland-10-lb-propane-cylinder-bracket?variant=39450013696063

 

This!

 

this is the one I want, can you PM me a PDF or? Thank you!