New Type of LP Tank
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Topic: New Type of LP Tank
Posted By: TerryM
Subject: New Type of LP Tank
Date Posted: 19 May 2010 at 7:27am
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I ran across this today. A 20 pound LP tank that is translucent! You can actually see how much LP is in the tank. No need for a gauge or running out of gas. Check it out: http://www.rvupgradestore.com/detail_66-4962__175.html - http://www.rvupgradestore.com/detail_66-4962__175.html Terry ------------- RP-175 W/Lift Kit 2011 Ford F-150 4X4 Saint Augustine, FL: The first permanent European settlement in the USA: 1565 |
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Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 19 May 2010 at 9:40am
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Lots of "cool factor" with that thing, although the price is not so cool. Definitely would start some conversations with your neighbors at the campground. I use the cup-of-hot-water-down-the-side trick and I think I'll stick with that. Drop the price a bit and I'd consider it. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: Runebane
Date Posted: 22 May 2010 at 10:05am
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I'm not familiar with the cup of hot water down the side trick... What happens when the hot water reaches the level of the fuel? ------------- RP-177 |
Posted By: gepaine
Date Posted: 22 May 2010 at 1:34pm
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The metal will feel warm near the top, and as you move your hand downward, you will come to a level where the metal feels cool - due to the cool liquid next to it. This transition from warm to cool identifies the level of LP in the tank. For this to work, you need to use very hot water. ------------- Gene & Linda - 2007 Escalade - 24-Foot Keystone Cougar TT - Life is not just about gas mileage! |
Posted By: TerryM
Date Posted: 22 May 2010 at 1:38pm
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Yep, and that little trick works too. Terry ------------- RP-175 W/Lift Kit 2011 Ford F-150 4X4 Saint Augustine, FL: The first permanent European settlement in the USA: 1565 |
Posted By: Runebane
Date Posted: 29 May 2010 at 12:31pm
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That's a very neat trick. Thanks for explaining it :) ------------- RP-177 |
Posted By: Hansonz
Date Posted: 17 Feb 2011 at 2:20pm
| I just purchased the translucent tank as I only have the 175 set up with one tank. Wanted to make sure I knew exactly how much LP I have left (I like hot showers). Am having it filled today. My only concern is that it has a slightly larger diameter than a metal tank. Hopefully it will fit with no problems in the "cage". |
Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 18 Feb 2011 at 8:18am
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Let us know if it fits. I too have thought about having the tank. But the price is high and thought to wait to see if the price comes down. David ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: Hansonz
Date Posted: 19 Feb 2011 at 12:17pm
Fits like a champ. Will have to get a longer bolt for the cage, but just a minor hiccup.  
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Posted By: Hansonz
Date Posted: 19 Feb 2011 at 12:34pm
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Got it for 109.00 with free shipping:
http://www.northlineexpress.com/item/5BQ-LC-20/Lite-Cylinder-20-lb.-Composite-Propane-Tank - http://www.northlineexpress.com/item/5BQ-LC-20/Lite-Cylinder-20-lb.-Composite-Propane-Tank
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