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- TimtationExplorer
westend wrote:
I'd vote for replacing the hose. They can fail internally and will be a head-scratching mess to diagnose as an issue with the propane system. $15 will buy peace of mind.
This seems like a been there done that recommendation that should be put in some archive of Oldies but Goldies, a list of It's faster and cheaper to do this than determine IF. Perhaps a new permanent heading? - eichacsjExplorer
westend wrote:
eichacsj wrote:
Have you tried a cover on them? Something like this Techflex Flexo pet might save you a few dollars.
Here in AZ where it sits full time in the sun I usually have to replace them every year. I see if they flex and when I hear hissing so I replace them. Couple of years on the regulator.
There only a couple of dollars so not worth getting up to the remote camping spot and find out the tank drained going up there. So every year now I change them.
Then again, I've been in AZ in the Summer and ol Sol bakes a lot of stuff.
This AF 30u they are covered, they sit in a compartment in the front cap. Also I cover the whole TT with the ADCO premium cover during the summer. When I uncover one of the the first things I do is replace the lines
Where they fail is the factory connection at the line to the fitting, they just loose there seal, dry out is the way I would describe it. If you try to bend them they actually crack. - HuntindogExplorer
westend wrote:
eichacsj wrote:
Have you tried a cover on them? Something like this Techflex Flexo pet might save you a few dollars.
Here in AZ where it sits full time in the sun I usually have to replace them every year. I see if they flex and when I hear hissing so I replace them. Couple of years on the regulator.
There only a couple of dollars so not worth getting up to the remote camping spot and find out the tank drained going up there. So every year now I change them.
Then again, I've been in AZ in the Summer and ol Sol bakes a lot of stuff.
X2 I carry spares as mine don't last very long either. Been looking for a higher quality brand. I also carry a spare regulator. - westendExplorer
eichacsj wrote:
Have you tried a cover on them? Something like this Techflex Flexo pet might save you a few dollars.
Here in AZ where it sits full time in the sun I usually have to replace them every year. I see if they flex and when I hear hissing so I replace them. Couple of years on the regulator.
There only a couple of dollars so not worth getting up to the remote camping spot and find out the tank drained going up there. So every year now I change them.
Then again, I've been in AZ in the Summer and ol Sol bakes a lot of stuff. - eichacsjExplorerHere in AZ where it sits full time in the sun I usually have to replace them every year. I see if they flex and when I hear hissing so I replace them. Couple of years on the regulator.
There only a couple of dollars so not worth getting up to the remote camping spot and find out the tank drained going up there. So every year now I change them. - SteamguyExplorerThere's also an O-ring on the fitting that screws into the tank that can go bad. With 12 years on our old trailer, I found a problem with one, so I disconnected everything and took it to a fireplace/barbecue dealer. Walked out with everything new and ready to reinstall for about $50-$60.
Much easier than trying to puzzle out hoses and stuff at a big box store. - Need-A-VacationExplorer
austex wrote:
Need-A-Vacation wrote:
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Check the dates on the propane tanks also. Need to be recertified after 12yrs. A propane place near me will do inspect for free with a fill, maybe you have a similar propane place.
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I think this should say 'recertified', yes?
Now that was funny!!! Lol
YES, recertified!!! - westendExplorerI'd vote for replacing the hose. They can fail internally and will be a head-scratching mess to diagnose as an issue with the propane system. $15 will buy peace of mind.
- austexExplorer II
Need-A-Vacation wrote:
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Check the dates on the propane tanks also. Need to be decertified after 12yrs. A propane place near me will do inspect for free with a fill, maybe you have a similar propane place.
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I think this should say 'recertified', yes? - Need-A-VacationExplorerBud,
I think our first trailer was a little over 20yrs old when the propane hoses needed replacing. But that was here in Mi. Best thing to do is get some soapy water and turn the propane on to pressurize the lines, then spray/ soap all the hoses, lines, and fittings. Have someone ready to shut the tank off if you find a leak under the trailer. Of course, keep all flames away! :)
Check the dates on the propane tanks also. Need to be recertified after 12yrs. A propane place near me will do inspect for free with a fill, maybe you have a similar propane place.
Also go through the wheel bearings and brakes. Sanitize the water system. Inspect the roof, reseal it. May not leak now, but probably will once the trailer is moved.
Good luck!
BB,
Sounds like you may need new hoses! Take them to a propane dealer and they can make new ones for you. As for the tank fitting, I believe all new tanks have the outside thread which do not require a wrench to tighten. Matter of preference. I had the (green- mine were black from what I recall???) "outside" fitting put in for convenience. I can't recall the fitting "name".
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