At 02:02 PM 6/29/2002, Paul Gilland wrote: >I've noticed a slight propane smell outside my 83 westie - no smell >inside. Generally speaking what is the first component to go - the >regulator? Yes - but it could be valve packing, leaky joint or what-have-you. Some soapy water will probably tell you where the leak is. Propane in my experience has quite a strong odorant added, so it doesn't take much of a leak. david
-- David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84 Westy "Dutiful Passage" '85 GL "Poor Relation" |
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