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thedanimal
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Jul 11, 2013

Old propane tanks in Class B RV - how to change out?

Hello, I aquired a 1971 Ford E300 Shasta camper in great shape however the horizontal propane tanks are from the 80's so I need to change them out. My question is, can I replace these with standard...
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Ex-Tech
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Jul 26, 2013
Just went through this issue last month.

Horizontal tanks are exempt from the OPD valve rules.Took two expired tanks without the OPD valve to Amerigas and they re-certified the tanks for $10.00 each and they are good for another 5 years. No new valve needed.

The issue will be that many propane suppliers such as gas stations that refill tanks, are unaware of the exemption rule and will refuse to fill them.

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