Had the same problem on my crossroads. Didn't like to kneel on the possible poo ground so i bought an old golf putter for $2 and built a hook on the end to grab the handle. Putter shaft is stiff enough to push the tank handle back closed. People l...
Go to a place like harbor freight and buy a pack of 12 key tags. Write on them different things like tv antenna - ac on - roof vent - propane on - stove vent unlocked ect. Beside your slide control put a cup hook or several if needed and as you ope...
Breaking is not the greatest problem. Extending the pin thru both sides is a lot more common problem which allows the weight to sit on the pin that is only stuck through one side. All this weight on one side of the leg will have a tendency to shear...