Date:         Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:32:23 -0700
Reply-To:     Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Propex heater or regulator
Comments: To: Karl Mullendore <tdiguru@WESTYVENTURES.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <vanagon%2010112511214771@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
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No, I shortened the pipes considerably Karl. I talked to R. Jones about that since he just installed
his Propex and left the full SS pipes, just "wrapping" them as needed to fit under the van.
The pressure is right on target. My experience with mine is that once I've been using the heater
while out on trips, it always starts first time. When I first open the propane line, like today, it
often starts on the first cycle but on the 2nd try of that first cycle. When I travel and leave
that propane tank "on", the Propex always starts on the first try.
Look forward to seeing you on your swing thru this area. Happy travels & holidays.

Bob
On Nov 25, 2010, at 9:07 AM, Karl Mullendore wrote:

> On Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:02:11 -0700, Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
>> For whatever it's worth, my Propex just started up on its 3rd cycle-try.
>> It's 16 degrees in the van here in Salt Lake.
>> bob
> 
> Bob, we need to connect when I come through the area this winter. It
> shouldn't need three tries. I forget - do you have the full pipes on this
> and running stock 11-wci gas pressure? These two seem to be very important
> for reliable starts.
> 
> Karl