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VA-Apraisr
Explorer II
Apr 10, 2019

Propane tank certification? 2003 Thor told must be nspected

Filled up today at Southern States in VA and first time guy stated my tank was out-of-date and needed to be certified to include new gauge, nozzle, and something else. Thought I read on this board a year or so ago about this being a misinterpretation of the Federal guidelines? Before I go through the trouble of finding a reputable shop to do this certification (good luck, right?), just wondering if anyone has clarification on this subject? Drive a 2003 Thor Class C Ford V10.
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  • VA-Apraisr's avatar
    VA-Apraisr
    Explorer II
    Apr 11, 2019
    The employee said they all had just taken a mandatory course on filling propane tanks and were instructed to check age of tank by tag on tank (which mine has and shows 2003 build). Mine like most of yours is built-in and permanently attached to camper. Is there a federal site or documentation I can print out to keep with me citing the correct rules for this? Also, would like to educate the Southern States location that I routinely fill my RV tank.
  • rhagfo's avatar
    rhagfo
    Explorer III
    Apr 10, 2019
    downtheroad wrote:
    MDKMDK wrote:
    Go somewhere where they know the rules. Propane is propane.


    Off Topic....but last weekend while on the Oregon Coast we saw a sign advertising,
    "PREMIUM Propane."
    $3.29.
    :S


    That is PREMIUM for sure about $1.00 more that I was paying in Newport!
  • downtheroad's avatar
    downtheroad
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2019
    MDKMDK wrote:
    Go somewhere where they know the rules. Propane is propane.


    Off Topic....but last weekend while on the Oregon Coast we saw a sign advertising,
    "PREMIUM Propane."
    $3.29.
    :S
  • MDKMDK's avatar
    MDKMDK
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2019
    Go somewhere where they know the rules. Propane is propane.
  • pigman1's avatar
    pigman1
    Explorer
    Apr 10, 2019
    What kind of LP tank? Portable/BBQ type 20 or 30 lb or permanently mounted to the frame and permanently plumbed. First type need to be re-certified, second type (ASME) do not.
  • Chris_Bryant's avatar
    Chris_Bryant
    Explorer II
    Apr 10, 2019
    Permanently mounted ASME tanks do NOT need recertification, only visual inspection when filling. Portable DOT cylinders do need certification at 10 ( I believe) years then every 5 after that.
    I’m surprised you got someone so ignorant of the laws.

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