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    Apr 29, 2009, 10:14 AM
    Hook an RV to large lp gas tank
    Hi. I'm looking for help hooking up my 5th wheel to a bulk propane cylinder (100 lb) that I use for my mobile home. I intend to leave it in one location for long periods and want to utilize the bulk tanks instead of constantly taking the 2 thirty lb tanks to refill. Can it be done and what adapters/sizes/regulators would I need to use to connect it? The rig is only 3 years old and has a regulator and hoses with the new style large thread P.O.L (I think that's what its called) connections.
    Thanks for any help.

    Rob
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    Apr 29, 2009, 11:10 AM

    You can do this barring any funky building codes in your area, you may want to check with the building department. You would most likely need to swap out the flexible rubber line to your current tanks and use a flexible copper gas pipe or a CSST depending on local codes. What kind of regulator is on the 5th wheel now, its probably reuseable.
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    Apr 29, 2009, 11:49 AM

    It has a two position regulator allowing you to select from one of the two on board tanks. I believe it is reusable. Will this work?(image inserted, if it doesn't work let me know and I'll try something else). Its called the stay a while from camping world.

    Try this instead

    http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/stay-a-while-deluxe/30340[/URL]
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    Apr 29, 2009, 11:54 AM

    Yep, pic did not work but the link did. Yes that should take care of your needs.
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    Apr 29, 2009, 11:55 AM

    Thanks so much for the quick answers and input. Hope I can return the hospitality some time.
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    Apr 30, 2009, 05:29 AM
    You would most likely need to swap out the flexible rubber line to your current tanks and use a flexible copper gas pipe or a CSST depending on local codes.
    Bob's correct. In my area we use soft copper with flared connections to pipe gas into a mobile home. Good luck, Tom
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    Apr 30, 2009, 08:33 AM

    Thanks so much. I will use all this info in my decision.
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    May 1, 2009, 01:17 AM

    Call Propane supply company in your area. Not the one that refills your small BBQ tanks but the one that delivers propane on large trucks to fuel your entire house. They will tell you right away what is needed to make legal connection. In any case, I would run gas test on the trailer before connecting propane. Also, and as suggested, ask your inspector...

    Since I operate in seismic area, we do not use flare copper tubing. We are required to use gas-flex connectors. Your inspector will tell you what are requirements in your area...
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    May 1, 2009, 06:30 AM

    Good idea. Thanks I will look into it.
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    Jun 22, 2012, 07:22 AM
    Rob, LP Accessories is a large part of today's RV Accessories. Many online stores have specific categories for LP Accessories such as this. Makarios RV, my favorite rv parts online store carries a lot of parts for LPs such as these. They have been a great help to me, so if you are still looking, be sure to check them out. RV Parts Products Accessories Supplier , Sale Online Appliances
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