[C320-list] Questions about LPG tank refill, and removing the wheel

[Rod Boer]

Mike,

There is a much easier way to measure the propane level.  I use it all the time. Pour hot water over the side of the tank and then place you finger near the bottom where the propane is and move it upwards.  The tank will feel cool from the bottom until you reach the level between the propane and the air in the tank where it will be warm/hot. I do this very often throughout the season and it works well.  Just don't move your finger to fast because the tank will be hot above the level of the propane.

Rod Boer
#688

-----Original Message-----
From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Michael Kowitt
Sent: Thursday, May 05, 2016 2:33 PM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Questions about LPG tank refill, and removing the wheel

Warren,
Did I miss your suggestion on how to measure the level of propane in the tank?  The only method I've had is to disconnect it, take it out and shake it...........if there'as an easier way, I'd love to hear.
Thanks

Mike Kowitt
Elusive #903
Swan Creek, Chesapeake




On Thu, May 5, 2016 at 2:10 PM, Warren Updike <wupdike at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Mr. Brad, I don't know how your propane tank is configured; but, if 
> like ours, the hose wraps around the top of the tank. Loosen the 
> connection and lift the tank partially. This will allow you to pull 
> the gage and fitting free from the tank. Reverse the procedure to install.
>
> While at it, allow me to show you how to measure the level of propane 
> in the tank.
>
> Wheel: disconnect the AP cable, remove the center nut, engage the AP, 
> pull the wheel. If it has been a while since the wheel was off, it may 
> take some encouragement.
>
> Warren and Pattie Updike
> 1994 C320 "Warr de Mar" #62
> Middle River, Chesapeake Bay
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Brad [mailto:bkuether at comcast.net]
> Sent: Tuesday, May 03, 2016 11:11 PM
> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> Subject: [C320-list] Questions about LPG tank refill, and removing the 
> wheel
>
> Hey everyone,
>
> Its been a while since I have been on the list, some things going on 
> that have taken me away from sailing.  I think I sailed twice last 
> fall, and the boat came out in late November.
>
> This year I have vowed to be more active on the list and find more 
> time to sail as well…..
>
> Anyway,
>
> I was working some spring commissioning items, and I have two items 
> that I cannot figure out on my 2004 320.
>
> First, how in the world do you get the propane tank disconnected so it 
> can be refilled?  If you spin everything at the refill point, the 
> gauge and regulator will just hit the tank and keep it from spinning.  
> And really that is the only way it can be refilled…..  Really confused 
> on this one……
>
> Second, for the life of me I cannot figure out how to take the wheel 
> off, in order to service the autopilot.  I don’t know if it is stuck, 
> or I am just not approaching it correctly.
>
> If anyone can give me some ideas of how to approach these, I would 
> greatly appreciate it!
>
> Thanks,
>
> -Brad Kuether
> SV Independence
> Middle River, MD
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