Thanks to everyone who responded - I think I've got it figured out now.  And
thanks, Frank, for the info. on my propane tank.  I'll check it out right
away.  Once again, I wish you had a shop near me.  But maybe I'll move to
Canada - especially now that the grand ol' USA has become a police state
with the new Homeland Security Act.

Peace,
Marla
'87 Westy Van "Morrison"

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>>
>>If your tank is still holding gas then you may still be able to save
>>it.  You should immediately remove the data plate that is welded on at
>>four
>>corners.  You will find a great amount of rusting occurring beneath this
>>plate.  This is where the tanks rust through if anywhere.  Usually a small
>>pinhole at first, then getting larger.  Scrape the rust off the surface
>>under
>>the plate and coat with some anti rust paint temporarily until you have
>>the
>>time to remove the tank and have it sandblasted and refinished properly.
>>I
>>do them here but it may be a bit far for you to send it here to be done.
>>

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