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Subject:Re: propane tank float question
From:lchase
Date:Wed, 10 Jul 2002 13:51:18 -0700

Ivan,

It was my understanding that the "floats" is only required on portable
bottles.

Like your grill / BQue bottle.

Our LP Tanks are exempted ...... I thought.

Are you sure you didn't get some kid that didn't know better at your fill
place?

lchase
85 Westy

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Date:    Wed, 10 Jul 2002 10:21:31 -0600
From:    Ivan Boyd <boyd@UNM.EDU>
Subject: propane tank float question

Hi All,

New Mexico has recently passed a law requiring floats on all propane tanks
to prevent overfilling.  Standard propane tanks like those used for bbq's
can be adapted for ~$20 however it looks like a cumbersome process
involving mounting a tank on a contraption and pulling the stem out before
replacing it with a stem/float combination.

I'm wondering if anyone has had experience doing this on a Westy propane
tank and what-all is involved.  As it stands now, I can't get my tank
filled until I get it converted.  Sheesh!!!

Thanks in advance,
Ivan

'85 Westy