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Subject:Re: Plumbing a second LP tank.. help!
From:mark drillock
Date:Tue, 11 Nov 2003 10:52:37 -0800

There is not a problem mounting a second tank. Many have done this. The
same factory holes that mount the tank on the driver's side are there on
the passenger side. Some other factory Camper conversions use the
passenger side mounts instead so what is the big deal. Plumbing it in is
the major consideration. Steve is no fool so I trust that he will do it
safely.

Mark

Joe Federici wrote:
>
> personally I think the real problem is putting the tank under the van
> so how you plumb is less of an issue.  If I were to add a second tank
> I would use a regular gas grill style tank, carry it in the van and
> place outside when I get to the site. Manchester makes a premade 5'
> and 10' foot hose with the T already in it. Like you said you don't
> cook while you drive. The tanks would be bigger, newer style vale,
> cheaper to replace and easier get filled.
>
> As far as the flaring goes, I would agree it takes some practice and
> I'm getting better, trouble is I don't do it much. Any Tips!!!!! I
> find it's really important to use a sharp pipe cutter and debur. The
> burs are caused by tightening the cutter rather then letting it cut
> the pipe. The are also what screw up the flare for me.
>
> JFF
>
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