Going to disconnect my big tank and use a smaller tank for stove only - Good Old RVs2024-03-29T07:52:10Zhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/forum/topics/going-to-disconnect-my-big-tank-and-use-a-smaller-tank-for-stove?commentId=2093474%3AComment%3A136438&feed=yes&xn_auth=noOkay Folks guess I am gonna h…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2012-10-29:2093474:Comment:1364382012-10-29T21:10:23.480ZNick Thegreekhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/NickThegreek
<p>Okay Folks guess I am gonna have to rethink this one ! Thanks to everyone</p>
<p>Okay Folks guess I am gonna have to rethink this one ! Thanks to everyone</p> The quick answer is NO!!!!! D…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2012-10-29:2093474:Comment:1363542012-10-29T16:44:46.022ZRichard W. Cobbshttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/xn/detail/u_32z78dfy6wa5w
<p>The quick answer is NO!!!!! Don't do it! You are looking at several very dangerous possibilities.</p>
<p>1. Propane tanks should never be used inside. Changes in temperature cause propane vapor to vent releasing explosive gas.</p>
<p>2. BBQ propane tanks are made to stand upright ONLY! Laying a propane tank on its side may allow liquid propane to escape causing another explosive possibility.</p>
<p>3. RVs require a two-stage regulator, not a single stage BBQ regulator.</p>
<p>RWC</p>
<p>The quick answer is NO!!!!! Don't do it! You are looking at several very dangerous possibilities.</p>
<p>1. Propane tanks should never be used inside. Changes in temperature cause propane vapor to vent releasing explosive gas.</p>
<p>2. BBQ propane tanks are made to stand upright ONLY! Laying a propane tank on its side may allow liquid propane to escape causing another explosive possibility.</p>
<p>3. RVs require a two-stage regulator, not a single stage BBQ regulator.</p>
<p>RWC</p> When we were parked "permanen…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2012-10-29:2093474:Comment:1360982012-10-29T16:00:18.764ZDale and Lynne Parkhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DaleandLynnePark
<p>When we were parked "permanently" for a year or so while living in our rig, we disconnected the big tank and used BBQ cylinders so we did not have to fire up and move just to fill our tank. We used new regs. and hoses and kept the tanks outside. I think longer hoses or copper would be preferable to keeping the tank inside. Hubby works for a propane company and he thinks it is not a great idea. Either way, make sure you have a working LP detector. </p>
<p>When we were parked "permanently" for a year or so while living in our rig, we disconnected the big tank and used BBQ cylinders so we did not have to fire up and move just to fill our tank. We used new regs. and hoses and kept the tanks outside. I think longer hoses or copper would be preferable to keeping the tank inside. Hubby works for a propane company and he thinks it is not a great idea. Either way, make sure you have a working LP detector. </p> www.coxontool.com/index.php/.…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2012-10-29:2093474:Comment:1360192012-10-29T12:48:54.654ZDavid Granthttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DavidGrant
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<p><span><a href="http://www.coxontool.com/index.php/.../" target="_blank">www.coxontool.com/index.php/.../</a></span><b>PropaneCylinders</b><span>And</span><b>Tanks</b></p> Can you use a small tank on i…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2012-10-29:2093474:Comment:1360182012-10-29T12:30:09.536ZNick Thegreekhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/NickThegreek
<p>Can you use a small tank on it's side? if so I could place it outside.Don't really want to mount it on the rear bumper in case of a tail end wreck.</p>
<p>Can you use a small tank on it's side? if so I could place it outside.Don't really want to mount it on the rear bumper in case of a tail end wreck.</p> Hi I have plumbed up gas and…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2012-10-29:2093474:Comment:1361922012-10-29T12:28:09.933ZNick Thegreekhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/NickThegreek
<p>Hi I have plumbed up gas and propane before always check fittings with soapy water for leaks. Going to use all new copper line it is a short distance to run to the stove. But was more concerned about the regulator.</p>
<p>Thanks Nick</p>
<p>Hi I have plumbed up gas and propane before always check fittings with soapy water for leaks. Going to use all new copper line it is a short distance to run to the stove. But was more concerned about the regulator.</p>
<p>Thanks Nick</p> I am not a gas expert, but I'…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2012-10-29:2093474:Comment:1360922012-10-29T12:23:23.800ZDavid Granthttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DavidGrant
<p>I am not a gas expert, but I'd want all new lines and regulator. Also "they" recommend not bringing tanks indoors or installing in closed areas. If you do this (instead of mounting on a tongue or wherever), be sure to triple check for leaks and recheck frequently. (Probably an official service place would rec against putting it inside)</p>
<p>David</p>
<p>I am not a gas expert, but I'd want all new lines and regulator. Also "they" recommend not bringing tanks indoors or installing in closed areas. If you do this (instead of mounting on a tongue or wherever), be sure to triple check for leaks and recheck frequently. (Probably an official service place would rec against putting it inside)</p>
<p>David</p>