Connecting 1lb propane tank to Westy stove

[Silverghost500]

There's the refillable 1 pound Flame King bottles. There's also a "growler" propane tank that's a 5 pound bottle.

https://www.amazon.com/Flame-King-YSN5LB-Propane-C...c&th=1
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[candyman]

I use the refillable 1#ers and have never looked back. But i also run a truck fridge so my usage is minimal. I have two on hand just in case one runs out. Got rid of my under stock propane tank and so happy with that. Pain to get it filled and always worried about going light off roading with it hanging there

[danbeerpig]

hoping to get some advice, I'm trying to decide between using 1lb propane tanks and only using the stove, or using a 20lb tank and installing a tee back into both propane supply lines and using both the stove and the stock fridge. I know the 20lb tank is a pain for transportation, but those 1lb tanks are verging on 10 Loonies at most places up here in Canada, and there's been a shortage of them the past few summers.

I feel like the annoyance of transporting the 20lber on the road will be worth it vs the hassle of 1lb tanks.

I guess going the refillable small tank route and filling from my 20lber at home before hitting the road for a long weekend of camping would solve the supply, cost and waste issues of those single-use tanks, but would still make it impractical to use the fridge?

[puchfinnland]

I wrote a thread on how I did it with a proper vented propane locker.

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=770317&highlight=propane+locker

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Not to derail the thread but all the links, when clicked, just refreshes the Samba page
It does not send one to the linked site

On to topic:
I use the 1lb coleman, but I rarely cook inside the van
I carry a camp stove as well (for cooking etc)
The 1lb is disconnected when not in use
It ss compatible with the camp stove
This method keeps smells and grease, etc from permeating the interior
my .02c
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[Abscate]

In a mobile app there is constant vibration that will loosen flarecnuts and joints, these forces dont exist in home applications , so the safety associated with these at home does not extend to a car. That s why codes for RV propane are different. On boats, you have to have a one piece connection and a dedicated shut off solenoid yo an isolated propane locker.

You can use a one piece rubber hose connection safely. Disconnect can before moving. Use a brass cap to safely cap off the can, and stow it safely so it doesn’t bang around. Stress and chafe relieve the rubber hose, inspect and soap test before each use.

These amateur huge collections of brass adapters and fittings do not belong in your Bus
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[jimf909]

[outcaststudios]

here is an updated link for anyone that wants one of these. the link above is out of stock , this is the same fittings on either end and is comparable.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DFSWHQG/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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[wagohn]

Same here, no issues with the 1LB bottles in a couple of years. As stated, we use the Flame King bottles approved for refilling. Still on the same 20LB donor bottle to fill them - big savings.
We connect the 1LB bottles at our destination and disconnect when leaving. Flame King are also approved for transportation.
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[Silverghost500]

No issues with the connections or use after a few years switching to the 1 pound bottles. Yes, soapy water to test for leaks.

I'm going to be ditching the Coleman style 1 pound bottles and going with a Flame King refillable bottle, as no one in my area will take the used up bottles for disposal.
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[Walty87]

To the guys with the 1lb propane bottles inside the van…

Any issues?

Do you soap and water test before using?

I imagine you don’t leave the 1lb bottles connected all the time?

If the bottles aren’t connected i imaging there’s not much danger from just carrying around the bottles? Just as much as if you bought them from a store and we’re taking them camping?

[dobryan]

[wagohn]

Our setup is similar but we did away with the green Coleman type propane cannisters. Mainly because of the expense, but secondary that it's technically illegal to transport those.
We use refillable, travel-approved cannisters:
https://www.amazon.com/Flame-King-Refillable-Propane-Cylinder/dp/B00MM3GCVO
One 20lb propane tank has given us refills for literally years. Easy to fill and fully legal.
We always disconnect the bottle while travelling.
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[Abscate]

Way too many connections and soft hose needs both protection and an inspection protocol
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[leminem88]

hi. so I just took the long adventure of converting my stove's gas line to work off a 1 lb tank. tried going to BBQ supplier stores, home depot, hardware stores, and plumbing stores only to be told it can't be done. well after ordering a few things off amazon, I was able to get it done really simply.

I have an 82 air-cooled and the line coming off the stove is a 3/4 flare and that is what you will need.


MENSI 1LB Propane Bottle and Small Butane Cansiter Adjustable Regulator with Hose 31.5“ Long G1/4" Left Thread and 3/8" Female Swivel Universal Thread for Camper https://a.co/d/bQVSqMq

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[Timwhy]

[wagohn]

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Hook up to use, cap off with brass cap when done. Clamp that bottle up , too.
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