At 04:57 PM 6/17/2002, Helge Weissig wrote:
>When I opened my '86 Westy's LP valve this weekend I discovered that the
>regulator was letting out gas through the sieve like opening on top of the
>piece. I suspect this indicates replacement of the part (looking at the
>list archives, I assume it's a Marshall Brass 290 to be had at RV stores
>for less than $20) but would like to confirm with y'all...

Consider it confirmed.  I'd recommend getting a regulator with the
"excess-flow" POL spud already attached, rather than using the one from
your old regulator.

david

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David Beierl - Providence, RI
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'84 Westy "Dutiful Passage"
'85 GL "Poor Relation"