[GMCnet] Restoration. LP leak hazards to think about. [message #297512] |
Thu, 17 March 2016 01:38 |
BobDunahugh
Messages: 2465 Registered: October 2010 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
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When I started this project. I made the decision that I was going to closely check everything out. I'm now well into putting things back in. And now it's time to install the LP components. I've found the copper pipe with brass fittings have all been tight, and in great condition. And will there out. I polished the ones inside that Linda can see. I did clean the grounding wire clamp. As it was very corroded. Sand blasted the stationary tank to check for rust pits. Tank passed. Replaced the turn on/off valve. As it leaked. The 2 stage regulator was fine. But got a new one from Jim K at Applied. I wasn't at all pleased with the condition of rubber hose between the copper pipe, and regulator. So these item might be somethings to look at for safety sake.Bob Dunahugh78 Mouse House
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Re: [GMCnet] Restoration. LP leak hazards to think about. [message #297519 is a reply to message #297512] |
Thu, 17 March 2016 09:00 |
jhbridges
Messages: 8412 Registered: May 2011 Location: Braselton ga
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Part of my Spring re-dos is a five gallon fill from Frady and then a bubble spray on everything in the compartment.
--johnny
Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
Braselton, Ga.
I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
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Re: [GMCnet] Restoration. LP leak hazards to think about. [message #297523 is a reply to message #297512] |
Thu, 17 March 2016 09:21 |
Tilerpep
Messages: 404 Registered: June 2013 Location: Raleigh, NC
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I just finally took out my tank yesterday, which led to taking out the rear bed and fresh water tank, and... you know the story. A PO black tank vent roof leak left that area wet from the inside for too long, time to replace some floor...
I also experimented with the BBQ 20 pound tank substitute, and wow, that looks like some convenient storage for leveling blocks and who knows what. I think I will be doing a long term experiment with the smaller bottle.
1975 Glenbrook, 1978 Royale rear bath
Raleigh, NC
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Re: [GMCnet] Restoration. LP leak hazards to think about. [message #297543 is a reply to message #297513] |
Thu, 17 March 2016 13:24 |
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USAussie
Messages: 15912 Registered: July 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia
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Gary,
Me too!
Somehow I found out the o-ring on the gage was a special material.
Regards,
Rob M.
The Pedantic Mechanic
-----Original Message-----
From: Gary Bovee
Bob,
When I had my propane tank out of my 1978 Royale I took it to a local propane dealer and had them check it out and replace defective
parts. One thing I remember them telling me was the tank's sending unit gasket was really bad. One more thing you might want to
check.
Gary
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Rob M. (USAussie)
The Pedantic Mechanic
Sydney, Australia
'75 Avion - AUS - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
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