Here is the application of that tank on mine. I didn't do it, the PO did and said it was a direct "hook-up". He did do some mods inside the sink cabinet, t-ing off of the line to allow for a propane heater. http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare/87syncrowestfaliatiico.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=403 Bob Stevens '87 Westy Syncro http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tiico > I'm assuming after being refused service at two different propane > places, that there is no overfill valve on the old Westy's propane > tank. After taking a glance at GoWesty, I noticed that they sell a > new, shiny tank (with an auto-shutoff) for around $300. Given that the > tank I have looks.. well, kinda nasty it's probably time for a > replacement. > > Has anybody purchased this, and how easy is it to install? I'm not > afraid of plumbing and turning a screwdriver, but if it is more > complicated than bolting it into place and mating up the gas > connections, I'd be curious. Also, I'd be curious what pitfalls / > problems people have had getting this new tank installed. > > Any other pointers or comments would be great. > > -Chris > 81 Westy > |
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