Park Model propane set-up

[WallynDiane]

We ordered a Kropf Park model with a May delivery date.

I plan to get two 40# propane tanks. Also I want to get an automatic switch over valve for the 2 tanks.

I want to buy everything soon. I want to buy a longer hose so I have flexibility on where I place the tanks ( I don't exactly know where the Propane hookup is on the Kropf).

I want something good as it will be a permanent setup. Any recommendations are welcomed.

Thanks.

[Old-Biscuit]

WallynDiane wrote:
Most of the Park Models in our camp use a flexible hose to connect their propane tanks to their Park Model. Most use 1 40# tank, but a decent number use 2 40# tanks with an automatic switchover regulator. I believe everyone buys their tanks and I don't know anyone who uses a propane service.

Just a few use 100 # tanks. They are so large. I have never seen a Propane company vehicle in our campground servicing any park model. The campground has a propane fill station and most people fill their tanks in the campground. I have never seen anyone trying to fill the large tanks. That is something I need to find out.

I was planning to do the two 40# tank with the auto switchover regulator. I had seen a Cavagna auto switchover regulator on Amazon.

I am off work now so I am taking this time to research what I need to purchase. I just wanted to see what others had done.

Well....
If most in your park are set up that way then you can easily get info from those folks in your park, visually see the set ups and have a better idea of what you need in your park vs a bunch of us over internet guessing.

[prstlk]

Where we are presently work camping, the local propane co provides the tank and lines, they also do the hook up all at no charge. The park has 100 sites so they deliver weekly as either a keep full service, or on demand. Some propane cos may also sell or rent tanks. In this area it's $1.00 less per gallon delivered than hauling tanks to the propane cos lot.

[rhagfo]

Well as mentioned before just go to your local propane dealer, you might find their pricing less than an RV store for the same needs. Our local propane dealer, will custom make hoses, that are better than store bought.

[WallynDiane]

Most of the Park Models in our camp use a flexible hose to connect their propane tanks to their Park Model. Most use 1 40# tank, but a decent number use 2 40# tanks with an automatic switchover regulator. I believe everyone buys their tanks and I don't know anyone who uses a propane service.

Just a few use 100 # tanks. They are so large. I have never seen a Propane company vehicle in our campground servicing any park model. The campground has a propane fill station and most people fill their tanks in the campground. I have never seen anyone trying to fill the large tanks. That is something I need to find out.

I was planning to do the two 40# tank with the auto switchover regulator. I had seen a Cavagna auto switchover regulator on Amazon.

I am off work now so I am taking this time to research what I need to purchase. I just wanted to see what others had done.

[Old-Biscuit]

Well you have plenty of time between now and MAY to contact local propane and inquire, check with other 'park model' owners in park before deciding what you can do or need to do.


Best to gather info prior to purchasing any items.

[romore]

That is required by provincial regulation in B.C. We moved a park model, the owner disconnected the service at the old site but was not allowed to hook up again, it had to be done by a licensed gas fitter.

[TheAmRheins]

if you mean permanent as staying in the same spot all the time.Why not let the local propane provider supply the tank and hookup.

[Johno02]

Get you local gas company to advise and install if possible. They will probably run copper lines instead of hoses for a fixed hookup. Tanks need to be accessable to truck for refilling. They may recommend one larger tank instead.