Propane tank, the old style. Useful at all?

[Andysam]

Ok, I bought this at the swap meet for $10! Then I realized that it only has internal threads, and my BBQ and turkey fryer (beer stand) take the external threads.

Is this tank of any use for me, or should I just trade it in at Home Depot? Can I use the gas somehow before I trade it in?

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[jward]

You should get rid of it. It doesn't have an OPD valve and places are not suppose to refill it.

[maltbarley]

1) Take propane tank to desert.
2) Light fire 5 feet in front of tank and move 50 away.
3) Fire .223" or 7.62mm round into tank.
4) Roast marshmallows.

[backyard brewer]

1) Take propane tank to desert.
2) Light fire 5 feet in front of tank and move 50 away.
3) Fire .223" or 7.62mm round into tank.
4) Roast marshmallows.

Tim, I have 3 suggestions to your instructions:
1) Add: and find the middle of a dry lake bed.
2) I find a lit road flare is easier to work with than trying to construct the fire.
5) (This is a new suggestion post 9/11) Prepare to relocate camp several miles away.