Date:         Tue, 24 Jul 2007 12:57:40 -0700
Reply-To:     neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Whiff of propane
Comments: To: Richard A Jones <jones@colorado.edu>
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Hi all.

I noticed in the pics (link below) that blue tape is wrapped on valve threads.

Is blue and yellow (teflon?) tape the same stuff?

And on a seperate note, is there any "safety" advantage to using pipe
"dope" (grey stuff) on threads where fridge connects to LP supply?

TIA,

Neil

--
Neil Nicholson. 1981 Air Cooled Westfalia.

http://web.mac.com/tubaneil





On 7/24/07, Richard A Jones <jones@colorado.edu> wrote:
> > This
> > suggests that the main valve does not close completely. So the whiff of
> > propane that I smell from the tank area could be from any part of the
> > plumbing.
> >
> > What's the scoop on those valves? Rebuildable? Available for replacement?
> >
> > I wonder if a valve that does not close completely could also be the
> > leak source.
>
> The "service valve" can wear out.  I replaced mine when I had to
> crank harder and harder to have it not leak--just like you report.
>
> Here's what you need (right photo):
> http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/lp-gas/propane-refill-adapter.htm
>
> You are also working toward understanding that you need a new fill
> valve (left photo) (and bleeder valve), but maybe you are not
> there yet....
>
> The web site is for illustration; your local RV dealer might have
> better prices.  But do notice how inexpensive a regular fill valve
> is--to get rid of the AutoStop.  ;-)
>
> Richard
> Boulder
>