Ever been in a situation where you are using your favorite gas grill and don’t know if there is enough gas in your propane tank to finish your day of grilling?
Robert’s Take: One tip I can give you is to always have a second propane tank at hand. I learned the hard way.
One of the guesses we have is to find out if we have enough gas in our tank to finish grilling
This video shows how to guesstimate the amount of gas left in your tank.
No exact science, but pretty handy.
Just wonder why you have to take the whole tank out first. If you can do it while still hooked up, it’s easier.
Even though this is a nifty little trick, of course, it is just a rough indication.
If you want to be more accurate it is better to install a propane or gas tank gauge.
Here are two of the most used types. Click on the image to find out how cheap they are. For a few dollars, you never have to guess anymore if you can make it through the weekend with your propane gas tank.


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Sometimes gas regulators kick into safety mode and will reduce the gas flow. If that ever happens, there is no reason to buy a new gas regulator.
There is a way to reset your gas regulator. Read here about how to solve gas regulator problems and solve this problem easily, without buying a new regulator.
One tip I can give you is to always have a second propane tank at hand. I learned the hard way.
Robert Chill
Robert Chill is the technical voice behind Better Grills. He focuses on testing BBQ grills, smokers, and outdoor cooking equipment, breaking down features, performance, and real-world usability. His goal is to help readers choose the right grill without marketing hype or guesswork
