propane tanks have a working pressure of 250 pounds. it will be fine.
Tom3600@webtv.net wrote:
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> Vince -
>
> I don't know about the safety factor but we had one in our shop for
> years. It was a standard "barbeque" all purpose propane tank fitted out
> with an air pressure gauge and std. tire air stem with about 3ft of
> hose. It was used for filling flat or low tires. It would hold 75 - 85
> psi almost indefinitely until needed.
>
> Tom Poterack
> Moline, IL.
> '49 Chevy 3600
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> From: Vince Strazzabosco <vstrazzabosco@yahoo.com>
> Subject: [oletrucks] Make an air tank from a small propane tank???
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> You guys seem to be the most knowledgeable bunch I've
> talked to on the subject of air compressors.....
>
> I've got a little round propane tank like the one you
> use for a barbeque....but I've no barbeque or time to
> fool with one. But I was wondering if there is some
> reason why one can't use a small propane tank as a
> small portable air tank if it's equipped with the
> right gauges, etc?
>
> Thanks,
>
> vince
> Pacifica, CA
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