

| Subject: | Re: : Fixing propane shutoff valve in '82 Westy? |
| From: | Paul Borghese |
| Date: | Tue, 31 Mar 1998 21:28:14 -0500 |
This is a common problem and should take a few minutes to complete. First, make sure ALL of the propane is out of the tank. Then remove the valve wheel which is screwed on with a single screw. Under the wheel is a valve that you can use a wratchet to remove. One thing though, to remove the valve you must twist clockwise not counter-clockwise. Once the valve is removed, you can take it to a propane dealer or RV shop so then can match it with a new one. It cost me $17.00 for a new valve and about 10 minutes of work. Just remember to make sure all of the propane is out of the tank before you do it! Paul Borghese >I may have a small leak in my propane valve. When I open or >close it I sometimes feel a "draft" of something cold (evaporating >LPG?). I can't notice anything when it's fully opened or closed. > >Used up all the LPG during the last trip so now would be a >good time to check things out and fix what needs to be fixed. > >I checked Bentley, but it doesn't deal much with the propane >system other than how to R&R the whole thing. > >Anyone replaced the propane valve? Remember what size or type >of replacement valve I need? Can I just change some bushings >to renew it?
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