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Subject:Propane Regulator
From:Denys Mueller
Date:Sun, 14 Dec 1997 17:23:54 -0800

Hi all,

A couple questions related to repair and modifying the propane tank set
up on my '86 Westy.

1. Must you use the same (OEM) propane regulator or can you replace the
original with any available from an RV dealer?

If I remember correctly regulators are all set to the same output
standard and therefore are interchangeable.

2. Has anyone added a "tee" fitting to allow the use of a larger propane
tank (ie. standard BBQ or RV tank of the 10-20# variety)?

Any response appreciated.

Also, for those that are interested, I nearly eliminated the "body
lean/sway" problem by doing what Joel Walker suggested - increase and
equal the tire pressures - now set at 48 lbs all around.

Thanks in advance, and again to Joel for his experienced advice.
Denys
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Denys Mueller
Murrieta, CA
1986 VW Westy - BCHMOTL
PO '80 & '89 Westys'

"I've always wanted to be something when I grew up...
Guess I should have been more specific"
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