Using Weber 120 with RV Propoane

It should be very simple. I am in the process of doing the same thing. I need to install an Extend a Stay fitting on my propane connection before the regulator and then the proper hose that will screw into my BBQ that takes the small bottles. My local RV parts dept. carries everything I need for about $100 and if they don't have a hose long enough any hose shop will make one for me.

Another option ( I use one with our Weber) is a 5 lb. propane tank.

Easy to store and transport -small and lightweight
Allows you to set up your grill anywhere
Easy to refill
Lasts a really long time
No need to modify/remove the regulator

I took a 20lb tank I had from a old grill I was throwing away and bought a hose that connects straight from it to the weber without any modifications. Seems like the hose was Weber branded for about $30 and the tank was free since it was no longer being used. Even if you had to buy a new one for $50 full, your way ahead of doing all the modifications and can switch between a lantern, stove or any other item that uses the "green" bottles.

I'm also not tethered a certain distance from the camper or the tanks on the front of the camper. If I want to setup the grill over on the picnic table, I can do so without having a hose run across the ground for people to trip over.

Just my solution, thought I would share.

Yes it is quite easy. I had an old regulator that had failed. Removed the regulator and kept the valve. Shopped the fittings bin at the hardware store to match up with the hose connection and quick disconnect that I picked up at my dealer. My HH already has the quick connect fitting on the propane line. The only thong I would do differently is to get the longer propane hose. I went with the 4 footer and should have gone with the 12.

Bill

Cecilt wrote:
My RVQ is getting a little worn and I have a Weber 120Q in the basement that I could easily use. However, I refuse to use those green bottles. We camp every weekend and I use the BBQ everynight so using the built in propane hose that attaches to my RVQ is very convieneint.

With that said, can I outfit the Weber to accept the RV connector. Do I need to remove the Weber's regulator? Where do I get the parts and is it a simple DIY. tks

Camco makes a 10 ft quick connect hose & extra valve come with it if you have to remove regulator. Amazon sells them for about $55. Free shipping & no tax. I have to look up the Camco #. Camco number is 57638. Camco 4100 propane conversion kit, Amazon raised their price a little but still under $60.

Camco conversion kit

A 20lb tank and this is all you need to avoid the 1lb cylinders.......

paulcardoza wrote:
A 20lb tank and this is all you need to avoid the 1lb cylinders.......

Guess it depends on what type of RV you have. Carrying propane in back of PU would be OK if you have TT or 5ver. Carrying any propane tank in my MH would be a ticking bomb if it wasn't mounted correctly in a place designed for propane. Guess that is why they now sell the conversion kits and quick disconnect propane grills. JMHO.

I have tried this in the past, if you go with using a larger propane tank and running whatever adapters you need to hook up to your grill you should be fine.

Here lies the problem, if you get the appropriate adapters and hook into your RV-Q hookup on your coach then you will have an issue. The RV-Q's are designed to run on the low-pressure gas from that outlet.

This issue is that the regulator that your coach propane bottles run through are rated at a much LOWER pressure than what your coleman or other grill requires to operate. I tried hooking up to a couple different grills and outdoor stoves and neither would run properly on the low pressure output from the on-board gas.

Just my opinion, feel free to bash away, I got thick skin.
Gregg

I've been using my converted Q-120 for years on two different trailers...no issues.

You can get all the supplies and the hoses you might need here:

Calore Equipment

The low pressure quick connects are the 250 model (Usually Sturgis). There are many quick connects out there; LP high pressure, NG low, NG high, air, etc., and while they all look the same, in order to flow the proper amount of LP and not leak you need to use the 250 version. Also, be aware that you need to use a thread sealant approved for gas; tape will be yellow, paste will specify on the can. Any other type will eventually fail. Most of us have the white teflon water type laying around and the temptation is to use that...don't.

Here's what the final mod will look like:



Yours can be neater...I had a bunch of adapters and stuff laying around, so, I just used them up, but, basically, you remove the regulator (don't throw it away) and put the male quick connect adapter in its place. You'll need a hose:



I carry several; a 4', 2 x 10', and 2 x 12'. I also have a Campfire-in-a-Can and with a "T" I made, I can use both at the same time, that's why I have so many hoses.

Now, remember I told you not to throw away the regulator? I've found a couple of instances where I wanted to use the grill away from the trailer...but, I converted it for use on the trailer. Dilemma. Take your regulator and put a female quick connect on it (1/8" size for that) and you get this:



I have one that will fit the 1 lb. cans (that's the one that came off the grill). Turns out that I had a spare fitting for the 5-up lb. tanks just laying around, so, I adapted it also. Now I can put any of those regulators on the grill or my Campfire-in-a-Can, using the 4' hose, and put the tank anywhere that is convenient to use the grill away from the trailer. Take it on a picnic while traveling, use it on the deck along with my big grill for parties. Best of both worlds and just one dynamite little grill.

gscudder wrote:
I have tried this in the past, if you go with using a larger propane tank and running whatever adapters you need to hook up to your grill you should be fine.

Here lies the problem, if you get the appropriate adapters and hook into your RV-Q hookup on your coach then you will have an issue. The RV-Q's are designed to run on the low-pressure gas from that outlet.

This issue is that the regulator that your coach propane bottles run through are rated at a much LOWER pressure than what your coleman or other grill requires to operate. I tried hooking up to a couple different grills and outdoor stoves and neither would run properly on the low pressure output from the on-board gas.

Just my opinion, feel free to bash away, I got thick skin.
Gregg

You won't have a problem IF you remove the regulator on the grill itself first. You can't have a regulator on your grill and use the low pressure propane coming from the regulator on your RV's propane bottles. If you put a tee in the line between the RV's tank and regulator you could then run a full pressure line to your Weber and use the regulator on the Weber. Personally, I prefer to use a small stand alone tank for the Weber as suggested already so you can put the grill wherever you want it and not be constrained by a hose hooked to the RV.