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philandmargo
Explorer
Mar 20, 2014

On board propane tank

I have a 2000 Tiffin Zephyr. It has a 47.7 gallon (thats whats on the tank) propane tank. I had it filled yesterday but the technician at the Flying J said that because of its age that the tank needs to be recertified. They almost didn't fill the tank. They had to go to the manager to get permission. I've owned the rig going on 4 years now and have never had a problem with the tank or getting it filled. Does my tank need to be recertified and if so, where do I go to get this done? Any info and advice is greatly apprectiated. Phil
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  • bluwtr49's avatar
    bluwtr49
    Explorer II
    Mar 20, 2014
    I've never had a problem with refilling mine and it's the same age.
  • RoyB's avatar
    RoyB
    Explorer II
    Mar 20, 2014
    I would go down to PattersonRV on Old Jacksboro Highway and see what they have to say about the built-in propane tanks. Good people there...


    Roy Ken
  • RoyB's avatar
    RoyB
    Explorer II
    Mar 20, 2014
    I was reading this post that might relate to your situation...

    "Since the RV in question is a motorhome, not a trailer, I suspect the tank is a frame mounted ASME tank, which is not subject to the same rules as the DOT tanks used on trailer, gas grills, etc.
    As stated, the best bet is to take it to a propane supplier, such as V-1 Propane, Ameri-gas, etc. and have them check it. Do NOT take it to Flying J, or U-Haul, or the neighborhood convenience store. Those people haven't a clue!"

    Of course this will put you in the situation of where to fill the propane tank and keep from being told they can't fill it????

    Needs more research...
    Roy Ken
  • tommy_g's avatar
    tommy_g
    Explorer
    Mar 20, 2014
    ASME tanks do not get recertified. Propane "cylinders" do. Motorhomes have ASME tanks. Where was this Flying J?

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