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Default Proper way to lift new nitrogen storage tank

Ignoramus2288 wrote:
On 2013-04-20, Lloyd E. Sponenburgh lloydspinsidemindspring.com wrote:
Paul Drahn fired this volley in news:kkucoc$shc
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Nope, not a Dewar tank. Heavy steel, good for storing any gas. No
insulation. The actual air compressor and nitrogen filters are due in
mid-May.


Then Haul Away!
(do beef up the threaded part, or use a forged stainless nipple, so it
doesn't break off at the thread)


A 1.5 inch fitting will not break lifting a 600 lbs tank


If it's chinese or indian it might break just tightening it into the tank.