How to tap into propane on RV?
Ok guys, got a question for you all. I want to tap into the propane line of our 5er. I kind of know how to do it but my question is. Is it better to do it before the regulator or after? I would al...
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My rig came from the factory with the tap in place, it is connected between the stop valve and the regulator. In my opinion it is installed in the best place. I do not have to alter any of my appliances in order to connect them to the gas line. My lantern can be hooked up directly to the tap as can the BBQ and the portable stove top. The tap I have is a factory made unit but making one is easy and probably cheaper than buying the fittings.
My rig does not have any flexible line or rubber hose so installing a "T" would require some extensive work. If your trailer has a rubber hose from the regulator to the manifold it is easy but I would still place it between the valve and the regulator.
There are several manufacturers of camping "T"s. Camco, MEC, MB Sturgis. They run $50 to over $100 depending on what you buy. Check with your local RV parts house or propane dealer. If anyone mentions Extend A Stay, they sold out to MB Sturgis and are called Sturgis Stay or something like that.
My rig does not have any flexible line or rubber hose so installing a "T" would require some extensive work. If your trailer has a rubber hose from the regulator to the manifold it is easy but I would still place it between the valve and the regulator.
There are several manufacturers of camping "T"s. Camco, MEC, MB Sturgis. They run $50 to over $100 depending on what you buy. Check with your local RV parts house or propane dealer. If anyone mentions Extend A Stay, they sold out to MB Sturgis and are called Sturgis Stay or something like that.
