Storing Scuba Tanks

GMC · #1 (**permalink**) 03-16-2010

I have an ericson 25 + and like to dive a little, so want to carry a tank or two on board. Am trying to figure out good semi-permanent place to store tanks while sailing. I think my bilge is too shallow to lay them down there, but that would be great for the weight. Any tried and true ideas? Size is standard 80s alum.
Thanks

Gene T · #2 (**permalink**) 03-16-2010

My boat has 2 blocks of wood bonded to the front of a cockpit locker. There are plastic clamps mounted to these to mount 2 dive tanks. The clamps hinge down to get them out of the way when not wanted. The tanks sit vertically against the front of the locker.

I can come up with a picture if that would help.

Gene

GMC · #3 (**permalink**) 03-16-2010

Gene,
I think I can visualize it. How did you bond blocks to locker?
Thanks,
Greg

Gene T · #4 (**permalink**) 03-16-2010

Sorry Greg, I neglected to say the PO did this. I haven't looked at how it's bonded yet, but I removed another block mounted just above it and it was glued on with silicon. Probably a good choice, 5200 would hold it more securly but it would make it impossible to remove. The larger the board the better silicon would work.

Gene