Propane tank
Re: Propane tank
Mike - would you be able to pm me as to your vendor?
Re: Propane tank
Me Two! Got two slim cylinders that I am sure will be out of spec and do need to be filled.
Bill & Carole Smith
Freedom 35 Pedrick
SweeTART
Coyote Point
San Mateo, CA
Freedom 35 Pedrick
SweeTART
Coyote Point
San Mateo, CA
Re: Propane tank
Our local (Connecticut) gases and welding supply company replaced the valve and decertified our tank with no issues.
I think I saw a new tank of this type and size at West Marine, so that could also be an alternative.
I think I saw a new tank of this type and size at West Marine, so that could also be an alternative.
F32 Hull #67, Saybook CT.
Yanmar 3GMF, Loose-footed Main, MaxProp, Ronca, Muir windlass,
Heart Interface inverter/charger, SeaFrost
Yanmar 3GMF, Loose-footed Main, MaxProp, Ronca, Muir windlass,
Heart Interface inverter/charger, SeaFrost
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Re: Propane tank
for the central valley
Campora Propane, Stockton
For the bay area
Ideal RV and Trailer Supply, Redwood City
Both can be found online
I didn't mention Ideal in my original post but they are knowledgeable and non-bureaucratic. They try to help as opposed to trying to obstruct.
Campora Propane, Stockton
For the bay area
Ideal RV and Trailer Supply, Redwood City
Both can be found online
I didn't mention Ideal in my original post but they are knowledgeable and non-bureaucratic. They try to help as opposed to trying to obstruct.
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Mike Cunningham
Freedom 30 (Mull) Hull #3
Build date...June, 1986 . Freedom Yachts USA, sloop, shoal keel
Gun Mount and pole retrofitted (purchased from a Hoyt Freedom 32)
Yanmar 2gm20F , 1600 hrs fixed two blade prop
e-rud and ocean racing equipment
Freedom 30 (Mull) Hull #3
Build date...June, 1986 . Freedom Yachts USA, sloop, shoal keel
Gun Mount and pole retrofitted (purchased from a Hoyt Freedom 32)
Yanmar 2gm20F , 1600 hrs fixed two blade prop
e-rud and ocean racing equipment
Re: Propane tank
Tanks, Mike!
Tom and Stephanie
Good Way II F 35 (P)
1999. Wing Keel 5’
3GM30F, 3-blade maxi prop
Emery Cove, CA
Good Way II F 35 (P)
1999. Wing Keel 5’
3GM30F, 3-blade maxi prop
Emery Cove, CA
Re: Propane tank
About a month ago, I had a tank rebuilt abd certified in San Jose:
AmeriGas Propane
Propane Supplier
1.7 mi · 1155 N 15th St
(408) 293-1252
Tom
Ketch 22
AmeriGas Propane
Propane Supplier
1.7 mi · 1155 N 15th St
(408) 293-1252
Tom
Ketch 22
- mike cunningham
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Re: Propane tank
Yes, I think any big propane supplier will be good. Many have minimum charges so be aware that a couple gals of propane is likely to cost $15 or so.
Mike Cunningham
Freedom 30 (Mull) Hull #3
Build date...June, 1986 . Freedom Yachts USA, sloop, shoal keel
Gun Mount and pole retrofitted (purchased from a Hoyt Freedom 32)
Yanmar 2gm20F , 1600 hrs fixed two blade prop
e-rud and ocean racing equipment
Freedom 30 (Mull) Hull #3
Build date...June, 1986 . Freedom Yachts USA, sloop, shoal keel
Gun Mount and pole retrofitted (purchased from a Hoyt Freedom 32)
Yanmar 2gm20F , 1600 hrs fixed two blade prop
e-rud and ocean racing equipment
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Re: Propane tank
Thanks for all the great information. I'm going to see the guy tomorrow and if he hasn't done the job I'll use one of your contacts.
Yes it is all a cash grab.
Yes it is all a cash grab.
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Re: Propane tank
Big surprise. They claim the valves in them are illegal in Canada now and they can't recertify them. Guess we'll be heading to WA with them to see if we can find someone more helpful. Joys of living in BC.
Re: Propane tank
The old valves are illegal in the USA as well. That's why you need to change it.
I just Googled "replacement OPD propane valve" and see an OPD valve is available online for $26.58. In the same Google search results was a website describing the replacement procedure. Could be DYI.
All propane tanks need to be hydro tested every 12 years, so they should be able to handle that.
I just Googled "replacement OPD propane valve" and see an OPD valve is available online for $26.58. In the same Google search results was a website describing the replacement procedure. Could be DYI.
All propane tanks need to be hydro tested every 12 years, so they should be able to handle that.
Dwight Escalera
Accredited Marine Surveyor, SAMS #1024
former engineer at Freedom Yachts
former owner F36-71
Wakefield, RI
Accredited Marine Surveyor, SAMS #1024
former engineer at Freedom Yachts
former owner F36-71
Wakefield, RI