----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Whitby" <rpwhitby@MINDSPRING.COM>
Subject: old propane tanks

> Today's surprise: propane tanks. I went to fill up the tank on my 87
Westy,
> something I have never done before. The guy tells me he's not allowed to
fill
> tanks more than 12 years old. Mine is original, built 9/86.

I have no idea about this regulation. I have never had anyone say this to me
and my '87.

> Then he says he'll fill it this once, attaches the hose and it won't fill.
So he gives up.

I have had this same problem.  A guy in Canada who was trying to fill the
tank solved it for me.  The 80% valve on my '87 has to be openned *all the
way* for the system to fill.  Most RV tanks, he informed me, just need a 1/2
turn or so and they'll fill fine.  We openned up that sucker and BLAM 3
gallons of propane!

I would say, try again at another place if you have an option.

Helga '87 Westy 166,000