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Subject:Re: propane filling question ... do it at home?
From:jimt
Date:Mon, 16 May 2005 15:41:34 -0600

On 5/16/05 9:52 AM, "Jim King" <terrapincampers@OPTONLINE.NET> wrote:

> My last Westy's propane tank became so rusty that stations declined to fill
> it.
> So, I purchased fittings & a short hose that allowed me to remove the rusty
> relic, and attach one of those Coleman squat green disposable tanks inside the
> cabinet under the sink.
> Then when you do run out, you can just swap it for a new one.
>
> I seriously doubt this would pass the UL approval.
>
> Also, shut off any burners BEFORE changing the tank!
>
> Jim
> 86 Syncro Westy
>

If the hoses are of the right type and fittings are the right type, the one
pound tanks fit through a lot of hoops, even the ones for indoor use.
Jimt