[C320-list] Propane cylinder replacement

[William Ott]

I did the same thing.  Had to find an industrial gas supplier, who sent my tank off to have valve replaced.  They re-certified the tank, replaced the valve and filled it for around $25.  One of the better deals I've had while boating.
Mike Ott
'Amanda Lu'
#508

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On Jun 16, 2013, at 4:46 PM, "Rick Sulewski" <rsulewski at bex.net> wrote:

> Doug,
> I took my tank with the older valve to a propane tank/fueling vendor and
> they installed the correct upgraded valve for $20...no need to buy a new
> tank, just buy an upgraded valve that meets the new safety & environmental
> requirements.
> Rick
> My-Ria 1995 320 #277
> 
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Doug Treff
> Sent: Sunday, June 16, 2013 4:38 PM
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] Propane cylinder replaement
> 
> I need to replace my propane cylinder, as it has the old style OPD valve on
> it. None of my local propane vendors will fill it. They claim it's against
> the law. I have been looking at the "Lite Cylinder" which is made of
> Fiberglass and is see through so you know how much fuel is left.
> Link here:
> http://www.backcountry.com/lite-cylinder-10-lb-propane-cylinder
> 
> Have any of you tried this as a replacement" Dimension wise it loos to be a
> fit but I am concerned about the top, which looks a little larger than the
> one I have.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> --
> Doug Treff
> doug at treff.us
> 
>