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Subject:Re: Filling from a 40-lb propane tank?
From:jimt
Date:Sun, 27 Feb 2005 20:08:24 -0700

On 2/27/05 18:36, "Jim Felder" <felder@KNOLOGY.NET> wrote:

> Someone recently gave me a 40 gallon propane tank. The guy was working
> for a big local RV dealer and he said that when a big rig comes in for
> refurbishing, they replace the tanks as a matter of course, even if the
> tanks on it look new. Anyway, that was his story.
> 
> Is there a way to fill my westy tank from this external tank?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Jim

Dangerous but yes.

Get the right fitting for both tanks and a high pressure lp line fitted with
them.  Connect tanks and turn the one upside down.  Open bleed valve until
you see liquid.
Don�t drop tank
Don�t kink hose
Don�t create spark
Don�t smoke
Don�t operate any electrical items

And other stupid human tricks that may not look stupid at the moment.
Like creating static sparks.
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