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expiredHrshycro posted Jul 3, 2022 11:25 PM

Costco Members: 5-Lbs Steel Propane Cylinder w/ OPD Valve & Built-in Gauge

$50

$73

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Costco Wholesale has for Costco Members: 5-Lbs Steel Propane Cylinder w/ OPD Valve & Built-in Gauge for $49.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Hrshycro for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Flame King's Built-in Gauge
  • Perfect for Grilling, Camping and Hiking
  • High Grade Steel Welded Construction
  • Premium OPD Valve Assembly, DOT Approved
  • The Propane Tank is Empty and Ready to be Filled with Gas

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  • About this deal:
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Costco Wholesale has for Costco Members: 5-Lbs Steel Propane Cylinder w/ OPD Valve & Built-in Gauge for $49.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Hrshycro for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Flame King's Built-in Gauge
  • Perfect for Grilling, Camping and Hiking
  • High Grade Steel Welded Construction
  • Premium OPD Valve Assembly, DOT Approved
  • The Propane Tank is Empty and Ready to be Filled with Gas

Editor's Notes

Written by SlickDealio
  • About this deal:
    • Available while supplies last.
  • About this store:
    • Costco's return policy details are here.

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Written by Hrshycro

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Skellington
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By the Hank Hill Propane and Propane Accessory Neighborhood Watch Group.
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NeverSummer
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If you're on the fence about getting one of these, do it. They are so much more convenient than lugging around a 20 lb tank or (4) 1 lb. tanks that are now like $6/ea.

Yes, you can refill 1 lb. canisters. Yes you can do it safely if you're not a moron. Yes it's pretty cheap. Yes I've done it. Yes you'll probably never blow yourself up or get in trouble if you get caught doing it. The 5 pounders are just waaaaay easier to deal with.

I use my 5 lb. for my Weber Q1200 grill and Blackstone Griddle when camping, a harbor freight torch for killing weeds in the yard, my Buddy Heater in the winter when I'm ice fishing.
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IndigoWinter2667
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The whole point is this tanks specialized size, you don't need a 20lb tank for camping grills, for example.

This would be a perfect pairing for something like a Mr buddy heater too, thing blows through 1lb tanks like nothing, but a 20lb is cumbersome.
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Jul 4, 2022 1:15 PM
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FireStalkerJul 4, 2022 1:15 PM
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Quote from puffcorn221 :
How long are these good for?

also, these are $51.95 on Amazon right now after $10 prime savings for late July shipping
They should have a 12-year lifespan from the date stamped in the top
Jul 4, 2022 1:18 PM
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thatswhatshesaidJul 4, 2022 1:18 PM
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Not seeing any 20lb tanks for $25 or $32 as posted.
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Jul 4, 2022 1:35 PM
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computer87Jul 4, 2022 1:35 PM
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does costco also fill /refill them with gas in store ? Or you have to go to home depot type of place ?
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Jul 4, 2022 2:04 PM
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Slickdealer831Jul 4, 2022 2:04 PM
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Quote from NeverSummer :
If you're on the fence about getting one of these, do it. They are so much more convenient than lugging around a 20 lb tank or (4) 1 lb. tanks that are now like $6/ea.

Yes, you can refill 1 lb. canisters. Yes you can do it safely if you're not a moron. Yes it's pretty cheap. Yes I've done it. Yes you'll probably never blow yourself up or get in trouble if you get caught doing it. The 5 pounders are just waaaaay easier to deal with.

I use my 5 lb. for my Weber Q1200 grill and Blackstone Griddle when camping, a harbor freight torch for killing weeds in the yard, my Buddy Heater in the winter when I'm ice fishing.
I felt reassured everywhere else until I got here. "You'll **probably** never blow yourself up."
Jul 4, 2022 2:14 PM
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ResidentPonyJul 4, 2022 2:14 PM
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Quote from Slickdealer831 :
I felt reassured everywhere else until I got here. "You'll **probably** never blow yourself up."
It's tough to blow yourself up with propane but people do. Possibly the same people who check their gasoline tank while smoking a cigarette.

Refilling a 1-lb tank just needs a short hose, special adapter, a big freezer (or winter time), and of course a 20-lb tank of propane.
Jul 4, 2022 2:26 PM
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TomT127Jul 4, 2022 2:26 PM
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Quote from thesammythecurse :
I guess you're paying for the odd size, cause that's crazy price for a 5lb tank when 20lb is $32
Quote from karazi :
It's been this price for a couple months....but sure call it a deal, whatever. I just got two 20 lb tanks for about $25 each I'd call that a deal not this.

Would love to know where you guys are getting these prices. Every where I have looked they are at least $50.

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Less at lowes I'm thinking of buying this from Lowe's.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Flame-Ki...5005480949
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TitanJul 4, 2022 2:43 PM
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Quote from kaiblu :
Depending on your area, but just under $5/lb for me to fill up at my local gas station. Much cheaper than tank swapping places.
$5/lb of more than the "expensive throw away" 1 lb camping cylinders. $4.44/lb for a 2 pack at Walmart.
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Jul 4, 2022 2:50 PM
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MiccalobLJul 4, 2022 2:50 PM
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I thought I saw these for $39.99 in store. I could be wrong.
Jul 4, 2022 3:07 PM
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Apricot417Jul 4, 2022 3:07 PM
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I love these, the 5 lbs size is usually more expensive than a 10 or 15. Its rare too. But really portable and over time you will save money refilling this instead of buying disposable cans. I mainly use this for my ooni pizza oven.
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Quote from Titan :
$5/lb of more than the "expensive throw away" 1 lb camping cylinders. $4.44/lb for a 2 pack at Walmart.
Actually, propane is sold by the GALLON and weighs 4.11 pounds per Gallon. Thus, $5 per gallon = $1.21 per pound vs Walmart $4.44 per pound.
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I bought this a few months ago on Costco website for same price. The gauge is junk. Upon filling it to max capacity, it still reads partially full. It's also a flimsy gauge that is barely attached which appears prone to breakage. I'd actually endorse the gauge-less version from Lowe's linked earlier for $2 less.
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Jul 4, 2022 4:29 PM
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cameronfieldJul 4, 2022 4:29 PM
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Quote from UncleStu :
I bought this a few months ago on Costco website for same price. The gauge is junk. Upon filling it to max capacity, it still reads partially full. It's also a flimsy gauge that is barely attached which appears prone to breakage. I'd actually endorse the gauge-less version from Lowe's linked earlier for $2 less.
Thanks for the heads up.

Silly question - are these safe to store inside once full? I never thought about the green ones being unsafe, but it is a flammable gas. Any tips? I do have a shed I could use.

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Jul 4, 2022 4:39 PM
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antnee5150Jul 4, 2022 4:39 PM
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I don't buy my Propane and Propane Accessories from a wear house . I only get ole lady propane from a certified distributor of propane and propane Accessories..
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