On Thu, 21 Aug 2003, Eli Secor wrote:

> We've been told we need a new tank/valve/etc because the old valves are
> illegal... which, of course, is a significant expense.

This isn't true.  The new rules requiring OPD valves only apply to
portable, barbecue grill type cylinders.  The horizontal, permanently
installed cylinders in our vans are exempt.  Shop around and see if you
can find a propane dealer with a clue, preferably one that fills
motorhomes on a regular basis.

About the only thing that can make the tank technically illegal to fill is
if the information placard on the bottom is missing.  Mine appears to have
turned into powdered iron oxide years ago, but I doubt anyone will crawl
under there to look.

David Brodbeck, N8SRE
'82 Diesel Westfalia
'94 Honda Civic Si