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11-27-2013, 05:55 AM
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'Convert' from 30# tanks to 40# tanks
I understand the basic parts required for the swap such as bigger tanks and a cover. What else would be required??
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11-27-2013, 06:02 AM
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Rivet Master
2009 27' FB Flying Cloud
1982 31' International
1991 35' Airstream 350
Jay
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I assume we are speaking of propane tanks.
On my trailer, the hoses from the regulator are a fairly close fit. I don't think they would be long enough to reach valve on the taller bottle.
One might also have to replace the all-thread that the hold-down threads onto to accommodate the taller bottles.
Regards,
JD
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11-27-2013, 06:04 AM
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Hampton
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Sounds simple enough. I'm still in the market for a AS. I have a few "on the lot" options and have been considering a special order unit. For the parts needed it still seems simple enough to swap over but I need to research the tank and cover costs if buying retail.
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11-27-2013, 07:38 AM
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retired USA/USAF
2001 30' Excella
Somerset
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Before you go out and spend the $$$ for a new cover for the 40# tanks try using the old cover. Previous owner did that on ours and I can live with it. Just get a longer threaded rod and so long as the tank connection hoses will fit you'll be good to go. If you need to get longer hoses check around for a hose shop and they can make them up for you but ours did fit with no problems.
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11-27-2013, 08:29 AM
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Hampton
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I didn't consider the cover could still be used. Another dollar saved!!! Thanks.
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11-27-2013, 09:00 AM
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Rivet Monster
1975 31' Sovereign
1980 31' Excella II
Sprung Leak
, North Carolina
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I used 40# on my 1975 (used 100# too but that was only while parked) Only change I had to make was a longer piece of all thread. No cover on mine.
Aaron
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11-27-2013, 08:10 PM
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retired USA/USAF
2001 30' Excella
Somerset
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You'll see the cover won't go all the way to the bottom of the tanks. I can live with it. Maybe you can too. Especially after you check the cost of a new one. But then that will be your choice.
Good luck with it.
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11-28-2013, 12:18 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vintage Kin Owner
Virginia Beach
, Virginia
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Or GO NAKED
Instead of getting steel tanks, you could get Aluminum tanks, polish them and "go naked" with the tanks showing. They really don't need to be covered - but it might make it easier to keep them shining if you covered them while traveling, and cardboard could do that!
If the cost of the steel tanks and a new cover are less than or the same as 40 lb. Aluminum tanks, why not?
Paula
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11-28-2013, 05:29 AM
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Rivet Master
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1993 34' Excella
York
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If you are considering a special order unit, go for the 40's. The extra capacity is nice. I also like the guages, inside on the monitor panel and on the tanks themselves. They will give you a fairly good idea of how much is left in the tanks. If you order new they will come with the taller cover. Cosmetic, but part of the Airstream look. And if you are going new, the extra $$$ won't be an issue anyway.
John
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11-28-2013, 06:12 AM
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Overland Adventurer
1991 34' Excella
2009 34' Panamerica
Telluride
, Colorado
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The #40 tanks are nice especially in heating season. The #40 cover is big bucks.... if esthetics matter you'll have to add the stripes.... extra spendy. Why not get the nice aluminum tanks, buff them up and go commando. Personally I somehow like the looks of naked tanks.
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11-28-2013, 08:35 AM
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retired USA/USAF
2001 30' Excella
Somerset
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The gauges would be nice. Mine don't have them and they don't connect to the interior panel so I need to keep track of propane storage the old fashioned way. I take them off and shake them. I do have the original 30# tanks with gauge and connection and may decide to offer them for sale one of these days but for now I have both sets. I'm not sure if there's any aftermarket accurate way to track their tank levels.
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11-28-2013, 08:37 AM
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Overland Adventurer
1991 34' Excella
2009 34' Panamerica
Telluride
, Colorado
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You can get both style gauges from vts... they carry both monitor and direct visual dials.
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11-28-2013, 08:52 AM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
Oswego
, Illinois
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Instead of all thread rod pur. stainless rod thread both ends use nut top & bottom frame bracket then use top bracket on tanks. Will not rust sure looks a lot better than steel all thread rod. I have done this for 50 plus yrs.
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11-28-2013, 10:29 AM
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retired USA/USAF
2001 30' Excella
Somerset
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Thanks Atomic. Will these be able to be read on the interior panel or directly at the tank ???? I think I'll look into the options.
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" Democracy is the worst form of government. Except for all the rest"
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TAC - NJ 18
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11-28-2013, 11:17 AM
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Overland Adventurer
1991 34' Excella
2009 34' Panamerica
Telluride
, Colorado
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Yes well money do..
I used these as a replacement on my 34' excella. Was a direct fit and function except for having to change the terminal on the wires.
$11 a pop is a very cheap convenience.
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11-28-2013, 11:24 AM
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Hampton
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A "special order" would be nice for sure. I've talked to one of the sales reps and he said things can be done you just got to ask. I'm all about keeping it simple. If I can get the tanks, make some simple mods and it works that's fine with me. Fresh from the factory would be great but at what cost?
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11-28-2013, 11:31 AM
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Rivet Master
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All the factory prices are inflated to cover the dealership commission
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11-28-2013, 11:31 AM
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Overland Adventurer
1991 34' Excella
2009 34' Panamerica
Telluride
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Seriously if it costs $450 to make a change and that change costs another $500 for the big tanks... save the cash and buy them for $300 after the fact!
FWIQ I seem to recall Sam's selling the steel Worthington #40 last year for $69. Buy a silver rattle can for $5 and. Bank the rest
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11-28-2013, 11:34 AM
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Trying to run away.....
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Yea...I don't argue trying to run a business. In the end we make our own choices. If I can save $400 trust me I'll rattle can them!
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11-28-2013, 11:42 AM
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Overland Adventurer
1991 34' Excella
2009 34' Panamerica
Telluride
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Don't get me wrong. The big aluminum Worthingtons are really nice but steel holds propane just as well.
I would spend the money again.
Be advised nor all tanks have the provision to have the guage. Mine has a magnetic float of some sort. The dial I mentioned from vts will only read these tank styles.
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