no more horizontal propane tank for me
I wanted a standard grill propane tank when I bought my camper new, but it wasn't available. So when the original needed to be re-certified, I decided to change it. Larger pictures on web site: link ...
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Thanks for the comments.
I thought some would mention this. Here was my thinking(?):
1) the inside of the case is effectively outside the camper.
2) there is no leak in the case (verified) - except when I deliberately disconnect the tank, in which case the compartment door is open.
3) there is no ignition source in the case (dangerous to assume never)
Therefore, very small and acceptable risk, and if you never hear from me again ---
On the other hand, I can't think of a reason not to put in a vent tube from the bottom of the case leading outside -- when I find something appropriate. Has to be impervious, or else any leakage would be right into the camper. Such a vent would also take care of condensation.
It was easy -- put the box on it's side, slide it in, tip it into place.
That's some wood braces (not shown) for the right side and front. No sliding around.
Kayteg1 wrote:
I don't see bottom vent holes on new box?
kohldad wrote:
I would have to add at least one small vent at the bottom of the compartment
I thought some would mention this. Here was my thinking(?):
1) the inside of the case is effectively outside the camper.
2) there is no leak in the case (verified) - except when I deliberately disconnect the tank, in which case the compartment door is open.
3) there is no ignition source in the case (dangerous to assume never)
Therefore, very small and acceptable risk, and if you never hear from me again ---
On the other hand, I can't think of a reason not to put in a vent tube from the bottom of the case leading outside -- when I find something appropriate. Has to be impervious, or else any leakage would be right into the camper. Such a vent would also take care of condensation.
AnEv942 wrote:
looks like it would have been, ah, 'entertaining' seeing that new box go in.
It was easy -- put the box on it's side, slide it in, tip it into place.
tattoobob wrote:
Is there a way to secure the tank in the compartment?
That's some wood braces (not shown) for the right side and front. No sliding around.
