I've heard aluminum tanks break with time, get steal. whats your experience? Not to get Black as it gets hotter. any regrets? Thanks
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I have been using the same aluminum tank, since 2008. Never had an issue with the tank, check valve are anything. I just bought a 2014 duramax and installed it in that one. It is a little banged up from putting 4 wheelers and things in and out of the bed. But traveling up to 800 miles pulling and 1400 miles without filling up is worth having it. Gravity feed is great. Also if you leave the valve open when you fill the aux tank, you may lose your vapor space in your truck tank and your sending unit will show empty until you drain the aux tank or create a vapor space back in the truck tank, no big deal. Get it. I have been using the same aluminum tank, since 2008. Never had an issue with the tank, check valve are anything. I just bought a 2014 duramax and installed it in that one. It is a little banged up from putting 4 wheelers and things in and out of the bed. But traveling up to 800 miles pulling and 1400 miles without filling up is worth having it. Gravity feed is great. Also if you leave the valve open when you fill the aux tank, you may lose your vapor space in your truck tank and your sending unit will show empty until you drain the aux tank or create a vapor space back in the truck tank,... » Read More I have been using the same aluminum tank, since 2008. Never had an issue with the tank, check valve are anything. I just bought a 2014 duramax and installed it in that one. It is a little banged up from putting 4 wheelers and things in and out of the bed. But traveling up to 800 miles pulling and 1400 miles without filling up is worth having it. Gravity feed is great. Also if you leave the valve open when you fill the aux tank, you may lose your vapor space in your truck tank and your sending unit will show empty until you drain the aux tank or create a vapor space back in the truck tank, no big deal. Get it. « Show Less
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I have had two rds brand and haven't had any problems with them and I got both of them used I drive my truck 2500 miles per week hauling cars so it's full most of the time it's great I love it
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I ordered a mill finish alum tank. When it came it looked like someone had played tick-tac-toe on all sides of the tank and it wasn't from the shipper. Also, they burnt a hole in the side where the baffle is welded. In my opinion, RDS has no pride of workmanship to send a tank out like this. So, I can't tell you if it would break. If it did it would be at a weld. Welds look very good except where they burn the hole and tried to cover it up.
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Had the same thing happen to my tank, once the center brace breaks you should notice that tank starts to bow out, very dangerous. I bought a new tank period.
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I'm sure, I've had mine for a while and have not had any problems. I love mine and I will be buying more for my new tank
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I have two of these "Bolted" up to the bottom of a cargo trailer secured by aluminum beams. I don't keep the 30 gallon or the 15 gallon versions I have full however they've held up for over 5 thousand miles. No leaks after attaching the fittings with the appropriate glue. I would make sure the tank is firmly in place as I'd say the worst thing you could do is let it bang around. The internal baffles really stiffen it up.
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My guess is that the plastic tank might melt in heat or crack in cold and the bowl part although stainless steel might get hot or freeze in cold. I personally would buy something that's made for outdoor use and skip this.
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I've been happily using all aluminum pressure cookers since I first bought one in college in the 80's. No problems. However, they will warp over time, whereas the stainless ones won't.
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Hi Gene - this was backordered, and I got mine today. There was no damage at all due to shipping. I followed the "first time" instructions (add oil, install air filter, run unloaded i.e. with air tank valve open for 20 minutes) - that all went fine.It is working perfectly so far.Boy - its really strong and well built too. The manual is kind of crappy though - but its not rocket science.Rob
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I have been using a cheap $10 tetra heater. Have had no problems for 6 months so far. But the led lighta on my tank are quitting one by one. Im a bit disappointed in that because the tank was so expensive.
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Domyownpestcontrol.com is where I ended up going . I didnt like hot the tank screwed in sideways off the back it didnt run well always. Try the website above plus much better products and chemical shipped to your door. Goodluck
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I use the 20 pound tank and roll it around in a small wagon. If you keep the valve turned on to the lowest amount of gas you need it will last forever. I found out you don't have to have it at a blow torch level to get something burning.
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the liner inside the barrel is metal but over all its plastic" there are a few aftermarket companys that make the full metal barrels for like 23.00 + they make all kids of metal upgrades for the tank, to me its been a great purchase i guess im one of the lucky ones i mean if you treat the tank good and dont stright dog it out or take thru the water it should be fine ive had mine for months with zero problems
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I found this hood to be great overall, the battery cover would sometimes come loose and lose power no big deal. I really loved this hood, even with a hard hat it fit good and was great in tight spaces. Unfortunately someone dropped an 8 LB. hammer on it and broke it. I do plan too get a new auto shade lens for it though. Overall the best hood for the price I've ever owned, and that's 20 years talking.
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I know this is an old question but in case others come across this one... I live in MN and store my tanks in the garage. I've NEVER had a problem with them. I will say this - the valve/threads (and body of tank) may rust a bit if left unprotected which might make screwing them into the stove/heater a little harder and may also result in a less-perfect seal allowing some gas to escape. I'd say as long as you have a way to keep them dry-ish, you're in good shape.
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Quality is great. No rust. Aluminum becomes slightly dull with use due to oxidation (you want this to keep it passive). I use a Propane Burner... I am not aware of an electronic burner that works with an Aluminum Kettle, especially of this size (100qts is over 25 gallons)
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I gave up continually fixing the badly designed tank made by Emerson. It was a waste on money. I replaced it with a Quick and Hot dispenser from Costco. Faster flow and it has been reliable at about 1/2 the cost. - Phil
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I have had great success with the Caswell tank sealer in metal and Fiberglas tanksI am not sure what plastic tank you plan to treat but if there is bubbling under the finish could be other problemsWhat make, model of motorcycle tank do you want to treat and is the tank painted?Or is it a tank like the Malcom Smith Desert tank where the color is transparent and moulded into the tank?Thanks and please get back with me
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I love mine, I have had no issues with corrosion. I was apprehensive at first but definitely a great buy and would purchase it again/recommend to a friend.