Blues Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 I hope y'all are adding the prices you're citing to the altfuelprices.com website. That way, this information will be available to anybody using that site, and not just people who happen to be reading this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOI Posted December 22, 2012 Report Share Posted December 22, 2012 We're working in New Jersey and go through a 30# bottle every 5 or 6 days. A local station charges $25/30 lb bottle and a propane dealer about 15 miles down the road charges $22/30 lb bottle. Not cheap at $3.14 to 3.55 per gallon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornwellkidd Posted December 24, 2012 Report Share Posted December 24, 2012 The Tractor supply has a $0.30 cents off a gal offer on now. Best price around center of wisconsin now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airstream harry Posted December 24, 2012 Report Share Posted December 24, 2012 Not cheap here in Rockport,3.50 at your campsite(M/H) c u on the road airstream harry 2000 Land Yacht MH 2007 Saturn Ion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsallyh Posted December 30, 2012 Report Share Posted December 30, 2012 Yesterday, Saturday, Cactus Propane on S. Frontage Rd. in Yuma dropped ten cents to $1.79 gal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvmarcy Posted December 31, 2012 Report Share Posted December 31, 2012 Avoid Bill Thomas Campers off I 70 in Wentzville, MO. They charged me almost $6/gal - 40 lb tank was $53. I paid $18 to fill the same tank in CO Springs. Yes, I should have asked the price first! I just didn't expect it to be so high. 2005 Safari Simba 37PCT Fulltimer - resident of Polson, MT Mostly in CO, MT, NC & KW FL USAF Retired Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertranger Posted December 31, 2012 Report Share Posted December 31, 2012 North Ranch in Congress, AZ is charging $3.15 a gal. for propane and $0.12 1/3 per kwh for power. Together we, Ranger and Jin#111554www.desertbandanna.com - TheHeartland North Country RETS312000 Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ext Cab, Dually 4x4, 7.3l diesel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blues Posted December 31, 2012 Report Share Posted December 31, 2012 People have recently given prices for propane in Yuma, Prescott, and Quartzsite, Arizona, as well as central Wisconsin and New Jersey. However, I don't see any of these reported on the altfuelprices website. I'm having trouble understanding the resistance to helping other people out by adding the locations to a searchable database for this information. If the station isn't listed yet, it will take a couple of minutes to find and add the information, but the potential impact is vastly higher than posting it here. If the station is listed, it probably takes less time to update the price than posting here. Why the reluctance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp093018 Posted December 31, 2012 Report Share Posted December 31, 2012 "I don't see any of these reported on the altfuelprices website".... Didn't know it existed.....thanks for posting. Regards Gemstone '06 Elite Suites, '08 Softail Classic, '06 Softail Deuce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blues Posted December 31, 2012 Report Share Posted December 31, 2012 I posted about it upthread, in message # 17 and 26. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucky49 Posted January 8, 2013 Report Share Posted January 8, 2013 cousin owns a propane distribution company in No. Indiana and pays $1.70/gal at 10,000 gal. some places are getting great prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpipkins Posted January 26, 2013 Report Share Posted January 26, 2013 Downtown Congress, AZ $2.49/gal. 2 days ago. I think name of the place was B&B Auto Repair or something similar. Two weeks ago I filled 20 gallon tank at N. Ranch for $3.15/gal. Did I get GOUGED? '98 Volvo, '03 Newmar Mountain Aire 5er,'07 Polaris RangerPart timing all the time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vern Thompson Posted January 26, 2013 Report Share Posted January 26, 2013 Tractor Supply near Summerdale, AL $2.29 gal Later, Vern fulltiming with a 2010 Mobile Suites fifthwheel and a 1999 F450 Ford Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmike Posted January 26, 2013 Report Share Posted January 26, 2013 Cactus in Yuma is still going for $1.79 a gallon. 2014 F350 Dually Lariat 4x42013 Excel LTD 36RKMSir Reginald the cat who lets Big Mike and Jean travel with him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsallyh Posted January 26, 2013 Report Share Posted January 26, 2013 The propane at the motel behind Barney's/Flying J at the Fortuna Rd. exit I-8 in Yuma $1.69. Flying J is $1.89, they finally dropped as everybody passed them by and drove about 100 yards further for $1.69 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug7155 Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 Key West it's $5.24 a gallon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skibar414 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Back in November I was quoted at a local RV dealer it'd be about $45 to fill my 30# tank. Today while searching UHauls in the Milwaukee WISCONSIN area and Southeastern WI. area they list propane at $3.79 - 4.19/GAL!! Does propane really fluctuate like this or run like regular gas prices?! At this rate it may cost me more to camp then living in my residential home paying the WE Energies Gas Co.!! Current reg gas is about $3.65/gal. And is propane taxed like regular gas since I know WI has one of the highest gas tax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skibar414 Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 ...After reading some of these Im thinking those really low prices only apply when purchasing in large quantities! I've updated some of the prices in my area on the website listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjh Posted April 5, 2013 Report Share Posted April 5, 2013 Tractor supply Augusta GA two 30lb tanks 32.75 for both and both were empty. The sign said 1.99 per gal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whj469 Posted April 11, 2013 Report Share Posted April 11, 2013 Last Saturday, $2.29 per gallon at Tractor Supply in Porter, Texas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacNova Posted April 12, 2013 Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 Buying propane is a tricky game. You have to pay attention to what is being offered. A Little About Propane Tanks These "20 lb" tanks are designed to take 20 pounds of propane. They can actually fit another 20% in the tank, but that extra space is designed for expansion as the temperature changes. All propane tanks have a "tare weight" or "T.W." stamped on the collar of the tank. For a grill sized tank you simply calculate the tare weight + 20 lbs, and that's how much the tank should weigh when it's full. Most 20 lb tanks have a tare weight of +/- 17 pounds when completely empty. This means a "full" propane tank should weigh about 37 pounds. The Math on Refills at Costco Internet searches suggest the following: 1 gallon of propane weighs 4.2 pounds A "full" 20 lb cylinder should have 4.7 gallons or propane in it I called around and the local U-Haul place wanted $16 for a refill. I remember Costco has a sign for $9.99 refills. I thought I was getting a great deal, but it turns out I pretty much got no deal. Costco is a bit deceiving because they first hand you a slip that says "20 lb cylinder". When you pay inside the receipt says "20lb PROPANE", and the filling print out says "Cylinder: 20S lbs." The only defense is that the filling print out is honest and says "3.6 gallons". However, nobody knows off the top of their head that a propane tank is supposed to have 4.7 gallons to be considered "full". By saying 3.6 gallons, they are masking the fact that they put in 75%. If they wanted to be upfront they'd say "we will put 15 lbs of propane into this 20 lb cylinder". This means Costco puts in 15 lb of propane. 3.6 gallons / 4.7 gallons = 75% of the normal fill. or, said another way (4.2 pounds/gallons) * (3.6 gallons) = 15 pounds The word on the web forums is that the Blue Rhino and AmeriGas similar exchange services put in 75%, or 15 lbs. If you do the math on Costco, it's actually not a bad price. It's in line, if not cheaper, than paying $16 for a full 20 lbs. Though, Costco's use of the "20 lb" phrase is unfortunate. I think their motivation is to have a cheaper price, so members think they are getting a great deal. Plus, by only filling 75% they make members come back more often, and go inside to shop while they wait. Conclusion If you're looking for the best price, owning a propane tank and re-filling it is going to be cheaper than using an exchange service. As always, you pay a premium for convenience. Ask how much propane is going into the cylinder. There should be 20 pounds going in for full capacity. Weigh the tank when you get home and How much should the tank weigh?38 lbs. for a full 20 lb. size propane tank, 18 lbs. if empty.54 lbs. for a full 30 lb. size propane tank, 24 lbs. if empty.70 lbs. for a full 40 lb. size propane tank, 29 lbs. if empty.. Costco's propane price is still fair when you do the math. They are not cheating you your just thinking apples when your being billed for oranges. So be careful of "Deals" From not only Costco but all discounters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeyjo Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Bretz RV dealership in Missoula, MT sells propane for $0.99 per gallon from March - September. Best deal I have ever seen. I can get my 40 lb. tanks filled for under $10. They have to take a loss but I guess it gets people into the dealership to look at RVs! Smokey & Pam2016 Tiffin Allegro Open Road15 Jeep Cherokee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRTDEVL Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 Camping World in El Paso sells propane to Good Sam members on Tuesday and Wednesday for $1.99/gal. Regular price is $3.59 for Good Sam members and $3.99 to the general public.This savings alone can pay the Good Sam membership, especially if you have one close by. I think its the best deal within 100 miles of my house, so I fill up there on the way out of town on trips. 1995 Safari Continental 38' Class A DP - prepping for fulltime status 1980 Winnebago Minnie Winne 20' Class C 360 - nearly retired itself, permanently resides at my father's place for extra bedrooms. Beginning the quasi-fulltime adventure in the Summer of 2014 when I retire from the Army. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry 1190 Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 Campers World in Lake City, Florida filled (2) 40 gal tank for me last month at $1.99/ gal. I also am a Good Sams Member. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prabson Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 I just paid $1.90/gallon at Uhlmann's in Centralia, WA. RVing since 19942000 Born Free 24RB Class C6.8L Ford V-10 Engine, E450 Chassis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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